While trafficking is a largely hidden social problem, many victims are in plain sight if you know what to look for.

• Is the victim placed in a location where there is very little interaction with the outside world?

• Is victim often/always accompanied by another person who seems controlling?

• Does person accompanying potential victim insist on giving information to health providers?

• Can you see or detect any physical abuse?

• Does potential victim seem submissive or fearful?

• Does potential victim have difficulty communicating because of language or cultural barriers?

• Does potential victim have any identification?

• Is potential victim suffering from common health problems experienced by trafficking victims?

• For example, victims may experience bruising and broken bones, malnourishment, dental decay and mental health issues as a result of their abuse.

• Can the person leave their job situation if they want?

• Was the person recruited for one purpose and forced to engage in some other job?

• Does the person have possession or control of their identification and travel documents; if not, who has the control?

• Has the person or person’s family been threatened if they try to leave?

• Can the person freely contact friends or family?

• Does the person have to ask for permission to eat, sleep or go to the bathroom?

• Is the person a juvenile engaged in commercial sex?

• Has the person been harmed or deprived of food, water, sleep, medical care or other life necessities?

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