Teens, Social Media, and Human Trafficking

Teens, Social Media, and Human Trafficking

When: May 18, 2027

Location: Live online

Host: Justice Clearinghouse

Delivery: online

Human traffickers no longer need to physically search for victims. Today, many use social media platforms, online gaming environments, and chat applications to identify, contact, and groom vulnerable youth. Yet many parents, educators, first responders, counselors, and community members remain unaware of how these online interactions occur or the warning signs that may indicate exploitation. This webinar examines how traffickers use digital platforms to reach potential victims and build relationships designed to manipulate and exploit them. Drawing on insights from real investigations and