January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about a crime that often hides in plain sight. Human trafficking—the exploitation of individuals through force, fraud or coercion—is a global issue, affecting millions of people, including those in our own communities. While it may be an uncomfortable topic, acknowledging its existence…

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Not a topic most of us want to think about, but it is an important one to be aware of. The established “national month” for this topic is a good time to educate yourself and learn what you can do to help prevent it and protect your family….