Hidden Signs of Child Trafficking: What Every Parent And Advocate Should Know (Part 2)
Summary
Many kids and teens won’t say “I’m being trafficked” BUT they will show signs.
In Part 2 of this conversation, Mandi and Erin with Love146 answer real concerns from parents, teachers, and teens about how to recognize trafficking and what supportive adult response actually looks like.
They dig into why asking gentle, curious questions can open the door to disclosure and why resources like the Take It Down app matter for youth who’ve shared explicit images.
They also explore:
How social media shapes what young people learn (and misunderstand) about trafficking
The frustration of seeing victims ignored in high-profile cases, including the Epstein files
Why trafficking affects families across every socioeconomic level
The systemic gaps that leave survivors without the justice they deserve
Practical resources on the Love146 website for parents, caregivers, and educators
How donor support directly helps vulnerable families: like providing grocery gift cards during the government shutdown
This episode offers grounded, empowering steps to raise awareness, support survivors, and protect youth in our communities.
Resources
Love146 website and Instagram and LinkedIn
Take It Down website from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children as a resource for youth to manage explicit images online. 1-800-THE-LOST
National Human Trafficking Website and Hotline 1-888-373-7888
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