MYTH Human trafficking begins with kidnapping, violence, or force.

REALITY Many trafficking situations begin with attention, affection, gifts, and emotional connection. Traffickers often create the appearance of love, trust, and safety before introducing control and manipulation. Grooming can be difficult to recognize, even for strong, intelligent, and capable people. Over time, what feels caring may become isolation, dependency, control, and exploitation. Recognizing the warning signs can help protect someone before exploitation occurs.

WARNING SIGNS

• Relationships that become intense very quickly

• Isolation from friends, family, or trusted adults

• Excessive monitoring or demands for constant contact

• Emotional dependency on one person

• Controlling behavior disguised as love or protection

• Sudden changes in sleeping, eating, or daily habits

Learn the signs.

Understand the realities.

Protect your community.

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