Anti-Sex TraffickingTraining Resources GuideJanuary2018

1Disclaimer: Listed resources do not equal an endorsement by Hennepin County, Ramsey County, Women’s Foundation of Minnesota, or the City of Minneapolis. This guide is purely for reference.

Guide Purpose

The purpose of this guide is to provide a diverse list of

agencies, both local and national, that facilitate online or

in-person anti-human trafficking trainings in order to

educate members of various professions.

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The following resources are alphabetized and organized by industry:

General Trainings page 4

Transportation-Specific Trainings page 7

Lodging, Food, and Entertainment-Specific Trainings page 8

Health Professional and Emergency Responder-Specific Trainings page 9

Additional Resources page 10

Contact Information page 15

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Table of Contents

The Advocates for Human Rights The Advocates for Human Rights implements international human rights standards to promote civil society and to reinforce the rule of law. By involving volunteers in research, education, and advocacy, we build broad constituencies in the United States and in communities around the world. Local. http://www.theadvocatesforhumanrights.org/training_presentations

Breaking FreeBreaking Free is a Minnesota-based non-profit and social justice/social change organization founded in 1996 by VednitaCarter. Every year, Breaking Free helps over 500 women escape systems of prostitution and sexual exploitation through advocacy, direct services, housing, and education. Our main offices are located in St. Paul, Minnesota, with a branch in Minneapolis. Breaking Free's doors are open to women throughout Minnesota and the United States. Local. http://www.breakingfree.net/request_a_speaker.aspx

CornerstoneCornerstone addresses the intersections between domestic violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking by providing comprehensive, trauma-informed services and support for victims of interpersonal violence and their families, including safe housing for anyone in imminent danger. Local.http://cornerstonemn.org/education-and-training/request-a-speaker/

End Violence Against Women International (EVAWI)EVAWI helps professionals expand their knowledge and skills in adolescent and adult sexual assault investigation and prosecution, and provides community resources through online and regional trainings. They promote a victim-centered, multidisciplinary approach to strengthen the response of the criminal justice system and the public. National; Washington.http://www.evawintl.org/RegionalConferences.aspx

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General Trainings

The LinkThe Link is a non-profit organization that has 23 years of experience working with youth in the Twin Cities metro area. The Link provides trainings for other service providers, systems professionals and/or community groups. The Link has the following standardized presentations listed below and also develops customized trainings depending on the training request received. Local. http://www.thelinkmn.org or email Beth Holger-Ambrose at bholge-ambrose@thelinkmn.org

Male SurvivorMale Survivor fights to improve the resources and support available to male survivors of all forms of sexual abuse. Their advocacy includes but is not limited to addressing the mental and physical health needs of adult male survivors of sexual violence. National. http://www.malesurvivor.org/professional-trainings/

Men As PeacemakersMen As Peacemakers is building safe communities through programs that address and undermine the root causes of violence against women and children including sexism, male dominance, racism, homophobia, and transphobia. MAP is at the forefront of a movement to promote equality and end violence against women and children. Local. http://www.menaspeacemakers.org/speaker

Minnesota Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MNCASA) MNCASA provides leadership and resources for sexual assault programs and allies to prevent sexual violence while promoting a comprehensive, socially just response for all victims/survivors. Local. http://www.mncasa.org/shprotocolguidelines/

Mission 21Mission 21 provides at-risk youth with a prevention curriculum, a Survivor Support Group for youth survivors of sex trafficking, and training for organizations and individuals on various topics related to sex trafficking. Local. http://www.mission21mn.org/programs/community-education.php

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General Trainings

The National Center on Domestic and Sexual Violence (NCDSV) NCDSV provides customized training and consultation, influences policy, promotes collaboration and enhances diversity with the goal of ending domestic and sexual violence. National. http://www.ncdsv.org/ncd_training.html

National Human Trafficking Hotline The National Human Trafficking Hotline provides human trafficking victims and survivors 24/7 access to support and services to get help and stay safe, and equips the anti-trafficking community with the tools to effectively combat all forms of trafficking, including online trainings. National. https://humantraffickinghotline.org/material-type/online-trainings

Ohio Anti-Human Trafficking Task ForceThe Governor’s Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force was formed to marshal the resources of the State of Ohio to coordinate efforts to identify and rescue victims, create a coordinated law enforcement system to investigate and prosecute human trafficking crimes, and to provide the services and treatment necessary for victims to regain control of their lives. National; Ohio.http://humantrafficking.ohio.gov/speaker.html

General Trainings

Safe HorizonSafe Horizon provides both legal and case management services to all victims of human trafficking – labor and sex trafficking – including people of all genders, children, foreign nationals or U.S. citizens. Their Anti-Trafficking Program is one of the largest direct service providers to victims on the east coast. National; New York. https://www.safehorizon.org/anti-trafficking-program/

Shared Hope InternationalShared Hope International strives to prevent the conditions that foster sex trafficking, restore victims of sex slavery, and bring justice to vulnerable women and children through policy work and partner collaboration. National; Washington.https://sharedhope.org/what-we-do/prevent/training/

She Has A NameShe Has A Name is an Ohio-based organization which provides community education through a unique curriculum that addresses human trafficking education and awareness. Training focuses on defining human trafficking, caring for those affected, and connecting with local initiatives. National; Ohio.https://shehasaname.org/antihuman-trafficking-training

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Association of Flight Attendants-CWA, AFL-CIOOn June 1, 2015 AFA launched a major campaign to support the DOT/DHS/CBP Blue Lightning Initiative designed to stop modern day slavery. Our mission is to train over 100,000 Eyes in the Skies to uncover this heinous crime that is hidden in plane sight. National. http://hiddeninplanesight.org/

California Transit AssociationInitiative based out of California called ‘Be the One’ which focuses on training for Ocean County Transportation Authority drivers and awareness materials on buses on how to spot and report human trafficking related crimes and get help for victims. National; California. http://octa.net/About-OCTA/Human-Trafficking-Prevention/

Minnesota Department of TransportationThe agency is working with governmental and non-governmental agencies including the Minnesota Human Trafficking Task Force, the Minnesota Department of Health, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, U.S. DOT Transportation Leaders against Human Trafficking and Truckers against Trafficking. Local. http://www.dot.state.mn.us/humantraffickingawareness/

Transportation-Specific

Truckers Against TraffickingTruckers Against Trafficking (TAT) is a 501(c)3 that exists to educate, equip, empower and mobilize members of the trucking and travel plaza industry to combat domestic sex trafficking. National. http://education.truckersagainsttrafficking.org/lesson/the-tat-training-video/

UberRide-share company, available to educate local drivers from various locations around the nation as well as local law enforcement. National. https://www.uber.com/info/human-trafficking-education/

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Businesses Ending Slavery & Trafficking (BEST)The BEST Principles provide guidance for small and medium size businesses that want to help prevent human trafficking. https://www.bestalliance.org/our-story.html

The CodeThe Code (short for “The Code of Conduct for the Protection of Children from Sexual Exploitation in Travel and Tourism”) is a multi-stakeholder initiative with the mission to provide awareness, tools and support to the tourism industry to prevent the sexual exploitation of children. National. http://www.thecode.org/join/

Washington CountyThe Speak Up Campaign is a campaign designed to educate hotel staff within Washington County about trafficking. Currently, this campaign is only being implemented in Washington County. Local. http://www.speakuptheycant.com/

Lodging, Food & Entertainment

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American College of Emergency Physicians, Minnesota Chapter The American College of Emergency Physicians promotes the highest quality of emergency care and is the leading advocate for emergency physicians, their patients and the public. Local.http://hqmeded.com/human-trafficking-sexual-exploitation/

Hennepin County Medical CenterHennepin County Medical Center is a Level I trauma center. HCMC has a variety of educational opportunities for healthcare professionals, including online trainings. Local. https://mediasite.hcmed.org/Mediasite/Play/c73c6c00a75a47bca256f739b18a88cf1d

Health Professional & Emergency Responders

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Minnesota Department of Health – Safe Harbor Resourceshttp://www.health.state.mn.us/injury/topic/safeharbor/

U.S. Department of Homeland Security – Blue Campaign Hospitality Toolkithttps://www.dhs.gov/sites/default/files/publications/blue-campaign/toolkits/hospitality-toolkit-eng.pdf

In Our Backyard – Convenience Stores against Traffickinghttp://inourbackyard.org/csat/

The Link - I Am Priceless Campaignhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pYi3dnQ3-ks

Additional Resources

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Spot the Signs - A Guide from the Women’s Foundation of Minnesota

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Beyond the Pledge: 15 Ways to Take Action

5.BuildCommunity.• When you are invited to community events outside of

your normal circles, show up and engage in the conversation.

6. Supportorganizationsservingvictimsandworkingtoenddemand.

• Look for organizations that are focused on early intervention and survivor leadership.

7. Listentotheexperts• Seek out opportunities to listen to survivors and the

people who work directly with victims of commercial sexual exploitation and support the leadership of those most impacted by commercial sexual exploitation.

8. Don’tstandbywhensexualviolenceisturnedintoajoke.• As long as we continue to normalize or even glorify

sexual violence in our culture through words and actions, we’ll contribute to the idea that “that’s just the way things are”.

1. Helpussharethemessage.• Share the Don't Buy It Project PSA's and other

resources throughout your networks. There are several versions of the Don’t Buy It Project PSA’s to engage a variety of different audiences.

2. PromotetheDon'tBuyItProjectonsocialmedia.• Download the social media activist pack and share Don't

Buy It Project materials through Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and other social media channels.

3. Donotstayathotelsthatofferpayperviewpornography.• Find information and resources, as well as a list of

“clean hotels” that don’t offer pay per view porn through Men As Peacemakers’ Clean Hotel Initiative.

4. Fightbackagainstsexualizedadvertising.• Write to the news organization or organize a campaign

to ensure your local newspapers and publications do not accept advertising from sexually exploitative businesses (strip clubs, porn shops, personal ads used to prostitute people).

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Beyond the Pledge: 15 Ways to Take Action

12.Don’tconsumemediathatexploitsorobjectifieswomen.• Take some time to reflect on the TV shows and movies that

you watch and the music that you listen to, and consider what they teach about women and girls. What do you want to support with your clicks, listens, and viewing time?

13. Findouthowyoucanuseyourprofessiontotakeaction.• Are you a teacher? You can ensure that the kids you work

with understand the basics of sexual exploitation. Marketer? Volunteer to help anti-violence toward women initiatives raise awareness or launch campaigns.

14.Confronteverydayexamplesofgender-basedinequality• When women aren’t viewed as equal, no matter the situation,

it creates a culture it becomes more acceptable to exploit women.

15. Educationyourself.• Learn about commercial sexual exploitation so that you can

inform others around you. Educate yourself about the myths and misconceptions that surround commercial sexual exploitation and make sure that you have correct information to fuel your activism!

9. Don’tsupportcompaniesthatusesexualizedandobjectifyingadvertising.

• One of the main contributors in our culture toward the demand for sex trafficking is the subtle but pervasive objectification of women’s bodies that turns them into objects for consumption, not human lives to be valued.

10. Speakoutagainstpornography.• Pornography continues to play a large role in making

sexual violence and “normal” in our culture and driving the demand for commercial sexual exploitation. Common themes in pornographic films include violence toward women or child sexual abuse.

11. Supportlocallawmakerswhoarefightingforbetteranti-traffickingmeasuresinyourcity,state,andcountry.

• Take the time to be educated on what your community is doing about trafficking. Know which lawmakers are endorsing and promoting anti-exploitation policy and use your voice to support the bills and initiatives by calling your representatives and letting them know what’s important to you as a citizen.

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For more information, please contact:Amanda KoonjbeharryAdministrative Manager- No Wrong Door InitiativeCell: 612-386-5376Amanda.koonjbeharry@hennepin.us

Nigel PerroteYouth Development Coordinator – Senior Public Health SpecialistOffice: 612-673-5527Cell: 612-419-5452nigel.perrote@minneapolismn.gov