National Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
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Overview
This resolution designates January 2026 as National Human Trafficking Awareness Month in California. It acknowledges the serious nature of human trafficking as a form of modern slavery, highlighting the vulnerability of specific populations like racial and ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Native American women. The resolution also references data on trafficking victims, including increases in T-1 visa applications and arrests, and emphasizes California’s commitment to combating this crime through prevention, victim recovery, and awareness campaigns.
Key provisions
- Designates January 2026 as National Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
- Recognizes the severity of human trafficking as a form of modern slavery.
- Acknowledges the vulnerability of racial and ethnic minority groups, the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and indigenous populations.
- References data on increasing trafficking cases and victims.
- Highlights California’s commitment to combating human trafficking.
Who is affected
- Human trafficking victims
- Racial and ethnic minority groups
- LGBTQ+ community
- Indigenous populations
- Native American women and girls
Notable changes
- The resolution establishes a specific month (January 2026) for focused awareness efforts.
- It references increasing trends in trafficking cases and victim identification.
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