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In the U.S., the general perception of what human trafficking looks like has been shaped by media portrayals, often involving abduction, physical restraints, or victims being smuggled across international borders. In rea

For many survivors of human trafficking, residential programs are one of the first steps toward safety and healing. These programs, often designed around a congregate care model, offer structure, supportive relationships

In anti-trafficking work, we often talk about trauma-informed care, safe housing, and survivor-centered services. These areas are undeniably central to an effective response to human trafficking, but behind every success

A common misconception is that human trafficking in the United States usually involves kidnapping, where women and children are abducted and held against their will. While these situations can occur, they represent a ver

Healthcare settings are among the most frequent points of contact for human trafficking survivors. In fact, 88% of survivors access medical care while being actively exploited, and often multiple times during their traff

He didn’t grab her off the street. He followed her on Instagram. He replied to her story. Told her she was beautiful. That he got her. That she wasn’t like the other girls. That she deserved better. She was 14. Smart. Lo

“That doesn’t happen here.” It’s the sentence we hear the most. The disbelief is always familiar. The nervous laugh, the quick head shake, the hopeful glance toward anything else. Because the truth is harder to swallow:

The public perception of human trafficking often includes dramatic kidnappings, strangers lurking on dark street corners, or people smuggled across national borders. In reality, the vast majority of human trafficking, in

Online spaces are the modern gathering place for young people. They connect with friends, complete schoolwork, explore hobbies, and express themselves across a range of social platforms. For most children and teens, conn

At Safe House Project, our mission goes beyond escape; it’s about restoration, freedom, hope, and empowerment. In the fight to end trafficking in America, these values aren’t just guiding principles; they’re a lifeline.