What is human trafficking?
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Human trafficking is the illegal exploitation of individuals through force, fraud, or coercion for the purposes of labor, services, or commercial sex. Victims are manipulated or controlled—often through threats, deception, or violence—and forced to work against their will for the financial benefit of others.
The Collaborative to End Human Trafficking began in 2007 and was built on the understanding that a multifaceted human rights and public health issue like human trafficking cannot be solved by one organization or system alone. We recognized that only when we bring people together to unlock our collective potential can we create solutions that break the cycle of human trafficking.
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Join this free, 90-minute virtual training to learn how to recognize, respond to, and prevent human trafficking in your community. Perfect for individuals, teams, educators, civic groups, and professionals across sectors. This session earns 1.5 CEUs. Nearly 3,000 people in Northeast Ohio have already participated in 2025. Don’t miss this chance to become informed and empowered. Led by Carolyn Arny, Director of Education & Training and member of the Survivor Advisory Council, this session combines lived experience with practical tools for action.
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Our Mission
Mission: Lead, empower, and connect our community to eradicate human trafficking.
Vision: A world without human trafficking, one community at a time.
The Way: We provide leadership and expertise to empower a systemic, community-wide response to human trafficking.
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