Hidden in Plain Sight - Labor and Sex Trafficking in Your Community

Explore the often overlooked reality of human trafficking in local communities through this eye-opening TEDx talk. Delve into the misconceptions surrounding trafficking, challenging the notion that it only happens "over there" or to specific groups of people. Examine how societal values and perceptions of worthiness impact the vulnerability of marginalized individuals to exploitation. Learn to expand your understanding of trafficking beyond a distant issue and recognize its presence in your own community. Gain insights from human rights advocate Kara Napolitano, who draws on her extensive experience working with NGOs in post-conflict areas and training professionals across Colorado. Discover how to identify and compassionately respond to labor and sex exploitation happening right under our noses.