Protecting victims of sex trafficking
Housed within the College of Public Programs, the Office of Sex Trafficking Intervention Research is leading service activities and research to enhance the community’s ability to identify, understand and combat human trafficking. The office provides leadership and support in coordinating community resources offering holistic and comprehensive services to victims, and presents a unique opportunity for social work students to get involved in real-world problem-solving.
“Despite numerous laws designed to protect women, men and especially children from this abuse, sex-trafficking in the United States is an increasing problem and victims are often overlooked or treated as criminals rather than individuals in crisis who need help.” – Dominique Roe-Sepowitz, associate professor of social work, who directs the program
