Illicit massage businesses operate as if they were legitimate massage or bodywork establishments. In reality, they are often a source of human trafficking.
In reality, sex trafficking happens right here in the United States. And it’s not just happening to foreign nationals, but to U.S. citizens—in all 50 states.
Lynette came to America for an exciting new opportunity, hoping to help her family back home. But when she arrived, her employers subjected her to threats and abuse.
In 1984, the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) authorized the Crime Victims Fund to help victims receive the services they need – but now Congress wants to take $1.5 billion dollars from the Fund for other spending.
Kevin was recruited by a crew member who came to his door selling magazines. The crew that Kevin joined was under the control of several managers, all of whom openly boasted about their arrest warrants.
Ariel became aware of the gravity of the issue of human trafficking in the U.S. when she was confronted by it in her own backyard. As she puts it, this issue quickly became “deeply personal.”
Thirteen year old Natalia was told by her parents she was moving to the U.S. with family friends who would allow her to receive an education and learn English.
Amy Scheidler has been hosting a party for Oscar Night every year since 2004 -- and for the past ten years, she’s turned it into a benefit for causes that are close to her heart.
