A Victim Of Human Trafficking Shares Their Story

April Bentley shares her experience of being trafficked as a teenager, highlighting the grooming process and her eventual exploitation. The Polaris Project outlines the global scale of sex trafficking, generating $150 billion annually. The FBI's Operation Cross Country recently rescued over 200 victims, including children, and arrested suspects involved in trafficking. Bentley now runs a nonprofit, Rubies, to support at-risk girls and raise awareness about exploitation. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing signs of trafficking and provides hotline information for assistance.

What message does Bentley convey to girls at risk of exploitation?

What should someone do if they suspect someone is caught in a trafficking situation?