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Human Trafficking: What Your Campus Needs to Know (Webinar)

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During this event, Louisiana State Police Investigator Amy Juneau and Lieutenant Angela Banta from the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office will discuss the definition of human trafficking and its indicators as well as the impact on victims, difficulty in reaching out for help, the need for victim advocacy, and how court proceedings work with victims against traffickers.

The presenters will also explore current federal and state laws and how their agencies work to combat human trafficking in Baton Rouge, LA, through undercover operations, community outreach, law enforcement training, and hotel outreach.

This webinar will provide participants with an understanding of:
- What human trafficking is and what indicators to look for in their area
- Signs to look for to identify possible victims of human trafficking
- What federal laws apply to these situations and what partners to connect with to help with this topic

This webinar is appropriate for anyone who is in a position to recognize or involved with efforts to combat human trafficking such as campus public safety officers and police, campus health center staff and providers, counseling center personnel, advocates, residential life staff, Title IX coordinators, and others.

Date Created: February 3, 2021