LGBTQ+

June is Pride Month in the United States - a time to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and recognize those who fought for equal rights for gender and sexual minorities. It is important to remember that legal rights only go so far, but for many people, particularly children, and young people, the social consequences of identifying as LGBTQ+, are still devastating. 

The working group assists the Hotline in ensuring that we are serving victims and survivors of trafficking who identify as LGBTQI+ in a compassionate and competent way.

Understanding the nuances and culture of LGBTQ+ targeted violence is necessary in order to eliminate it.

A history of discrimination, violence and poor relationships with law enforcement are only part of the surface of why LGBTQ individuals do not or cannot report their trafficking situations.

Striving towards a more inclusive society with fewer social and economic barriers is one way to reduce trans folks' vulnerability to human trafficking.