Traffic Jam: Perceptions of the Prevalence of Sexual Slavery in the United States
Session Abstract
The increase and sophistication of sex trafficking has generated international debate about how to stem this human rights atrocity. While not considered the epicenter of sex trafficking, networks operate within the United States. This study examines the perceptions of adult educators regarding the prevalence of sex trafficking within the country.
Target Audience
This session is appropriate for anyone interested in joining the discussion regarding the human rights travesty that sex trafficking presents. Adult and community educators as well as international educators would benefit from the discussion that focuses on the challenges that sex trafficking poses within the U.S. and what can be learned from communities that have developed strategies to promote awareness regarding this issue.
Session Description
Sex trafficking is an international human rights issue. While Europe, Asia, and Middle Eastern countries are at the epicenter of sexual slavery, the United States is also challenged by these illegal networks. This session shares the results of a study that investigates adult educators' awareness regarding the prevalence and practices of sex trafficking in the U.S. Because sex trafficking is often associated with foreign countries, there is limited community education within the U. S. regarding this threat to human rights for men and women. Aside from discussing the study that explored participants’ perceptions regarding the prevalence and processes of sex trafficking within the U.S. The session also explores community education initiatives to promote awareness of this issue and the role of adult educators as social activists.