Understanding the Connection between Human Trafficking and Substance Use Disorder

Explore the intricate relationship between human trafficking and substance use disorder in this comprehensive 1-hour 24-minute video presentation. Delve into the vulnerability of individuals with substance use issues to trauma and victimization by human traffickers. Learn about warning signs, types, and venues of human trafficking, as well as intervention, assessment, and treatment strategies. Gain insights from Katie Papke, a Human Trafficking Survivor Leader and Licensed Master Social Worker, as she shares her expertise on topics including the Trafficking Victims Protection Act, criminal business aspects, factors contributing to human trafficking, victim blaming, drug culture, coercive tactics, and homelessness. Examine real-life case scenarios to better understand the complexities of this issue and develop effective approaches for supporting victims and survivors.

Introduction
Objectives
Warning Signs
What is Human Trafficking
Trafficking Victims Protection Act
Commercial Sex Act
Force broader coercion
Criminal business behind human trafficking
Why human trafficking exists
Factors contributing to human trafficking
Why are human traffickers so hard to prosecute
Power and Control
Who are the Victims
Victim Blaming
Sex Work Venn Diagram
Pimps and Prostitutes
Drug Culture
Coercive Tactics
Con Coercion
Homelessness
Causes
Case Scenario
Case Scenario 3