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Additional training and technical assistance resources can be found by visiting the following sites:

National Human Trafficking Training and Technical Assistance Center 
NHTTAC is funded by the Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office on Trafficking in Persons. NHTTAC delivers training and technical assistance (T/TA) to inform and enhance the public health response to human trafficking. 

Runaway and Homeless Youth Training and Technical Assistance Center 
RHYTTAC is funded by the Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Family and Youth Services Bureau (FYSB) as the training and technical assistance provider for all runaway and homeless youth (RHY) grantees. 

Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center 
OVC TTAC is a component of the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs. OVC TTAC serves as the gateway to current training and technical assistance for victim service providers and allied professionals who serve crime victims.

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National Overview of Prostitution and Sex Trafficking

June 1, 2012
Abt Associates Inc.

A summary report of initiatives targeting demand for commercial sex in the United States. Reviews the presence and impact of prostitution and sex trafficking on markets and the individuals involved.  Major demand reduction strategies are discussed.

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Community Model Action Plan

January 1, 2010
National Human Trafficking Resource Center (NHTRC)

A guide for task forces and communities to determine which stakeholders are needed in order to bring a coordinated anti-trafficking response.

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Introducing Human Trafficking to Runaway and Homeless Youth Providers

January 1, 2009
National Human Trafficking Resource Center (NHTRC); Polaris

A resource providing a general approach to introducing the topic of human trafficking to runaway and homeless youth programs. This document offers relevant tips, advice, and sample assessment questions for RHY providers to include in intakes.

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General Human Trafficking Indicator Card

January 1, 2013
National Human Trafficking Resource Center (NHTRC)

A wallet-sized card with general indicators of human trafficking.  Includes contact information for the National Human Trafficking Resource Center (NHTRC). We recommend having these printed on 20 mil plastic card stock, credit card sized.

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Sex Trafficking at Truck Stops

January 1, 2012
National Human Trafficking Resource Center (NHTRC)

An overview of sex trafficking operating at truck stops across the United States, including relevant laws, red flags, and cases.

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Domestic Work At a Glance

January 1, 2011
National Human Trafficking Resource Center (NHTRC)

An overview of labor trafficking of domestic workers in the United States, including relevant laws, red flags, and cases.

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Understanding Victim Mindsets

January 1, 2010
Polaris

A document outlining physical and psychological reasons why trafficked persons cannot or will not leave a trafficking situation.

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Potential Indicators of Human Trafficking

January 1, 2008
Polaris

A lst of potential indicators of a human trafficking situation. Indicators encompass labor and sex trafficking situations.

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Myths and Misconceptions about Human Trafficking

January 1, 2008
Polaris

Fact sheet listing ten common myths and misconceptions regarding the definition and types of human trafficking operations in the United States.

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Victims of Human Trafficking: Intersections with the Court System

February 1, 2014
National Human Trafficking Resource Center (NHTRC)

Victims of human trafficking interact with various aspects of the justice system, from juvenile justice to criminal court, to specialized court calendars, probation and services. This document provides information on how to identify and assist victims and survivors interacting with the court system.

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Human Trafficking Hotline Statistics

50,123

signals were received by the Hotline in 2021. Includes calls, texts, and online chats and tips.

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