Traffick Free

07/25/2026

"The NYPD says it has arrested 89 people for s*x trafficking-related offenses. That includes human traffickers, buyers, parole violators and s*x offenders not in compliance with the terms of their release."

https://abc7ny.com/post/nypd-dozens-rescued-s*x-trafficking-during-world-cup/19564370/

07/18/2026

07/11/2026

"Authorities describe the special operation as the first 'badgeless' operation of its kind in the area."

Follow the link to read more from People

https://people.com/operation-new-dawn-179-charged-305-arrested-chicago-12011920

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06/28/2026

The U.S. Department of Transportation provides specialized resources for commercial bus industry staff to recognize and report human trafficking, including free training, posters, and graphics. These tools enable personnel to identify signs of exploitation along transit routes.

Access resources here: https://www.transportation.gov/stop-human-trafficking/commercial-bus

06/20/2026

"Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche...appointed Alessandra Serano, a longtime federal prosecutor, to serve as the Justice Department's national coordinator on human trafficking and child exploitation cases.

Serano has worked in various roles at the Justice Department on and off since 2003, including as a prosecutor in the Southern District of California, the Virgin Islands and, most recently, the Eastern District of Virginia."

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/justice-department-human-trafficking-child-exploitation-alessandra-serano/

06/13/2026

There's still time to register and join us!

On Saturday, June 20, Traffick Free volunteers will visit bars and restaurants in their local neighborhoods to distribute informational flyers and speak briefly with managers or staff about the requirements of Illinois Senate Bill 1422.

This outreach effort is designed to be simple, approachable, and community-focused. Volunteers will be provided with materials, talking points/a script to follow, and guidance ahead of time. To help everyone feel prepared and confident, we will host a volunteer training and Q&A session on Tuesday, June 16 at 12:00 PM CT.

Additional event details and outreach materials will be shared closer to the event date. If you are interested in volunteering, please sign up via the link.

https://lnkd.in/gRXxhPWR

06/06/2026

"The Department of Justice announced the results of Operation Iron Pursuit, a one-month, nationwide enforcement effort to find child victims of s*x abuse and arrest child s*x predators...Across the country and in the Chicagoland area, more than 200 child victims were located and over 350 child s*xual abuse offenders are facing accountability for their actions."

https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/chicago/news/fbi-chicago-announces-operation-iron-pursuit-efforts-launches-abuse-prevention-public-service-announcement

05/30/2026

In an effort to expand Illinois human trafficking prevention laws, Illinois Senate Bill 1422 requires certain hospitality employees to complete human trafficking prevention training within six months of hiring, and every two years thereafter.

On Saturday, June 20, volunteers will visit bars and restaurants in their local neighborhoods to distribute informational flyers and speak briefly with managers or staff about the requirements of the Bill.

This outreach effort is designed to be simple, approachable, and community-focused. Volunteers will be provided with materials, talking points/a script to follow, and guidance ahead of time. To help everyone feel prepared and confident, we will host a volunteer training and Q&A session on Tuesday, June 16 at 12:00 PM CT.

Additional event details and outreach materials will be shared closer to the event date. If you are interested in volunteering, please sign up via the link.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8xhb40GyhfXeQnrc24DZxTwZW03aIUO5I6rrG-H73dUmQ1Q/viewform