Monday, December 14, 2009

Take Action- NOTES



-there are many ways to stop sex trafficking in its tracks
-the following are just some of the ways you can help change your world:


In Your Community:
          >Show a film on the subject and provide speakers/speaking programs on the issue
          >Form your own anti-trafficking group to give voice to this issue in your area
          >Educate your network of friends and colleagues
          >Travel wisely and urge your friends to do so
          >Report suspected trafficking by calling: (888) 373-7888
As a citizen:
        >Provide your city officials with informational materials on the subject
        >Ask your local, state and national representatives and officials what they are doing on the issue
        >Support your State Representatives / Senators in passing anti-trafficking legislation for your        State
        >Write officials of other countries about your concerns for trafficked women and children


Educate yourself about sex trafficking:
           >Learn more about the global sex industry and how it fuels trafficking
           >Learn about how international trafficking and U.S. teen trafficking/ prostitution are one and    the same systems
           >Learn to recognize trafficking victims


At School:
           >Write a class paper on sex trafficking
           >Do a campus/school radio show on the issue
           >Write a student newspaper article on the issue


above all though- give a voice to those who cannot speak