Rockford Sun

National Human Trafficking Awareness Day is observed today across the United States. This day serves as a reminder that human trafficking can happen anywhere, including within local communities. The aim is to encourage individuals to educate themselves about the signs of human trafficking and to support efforts to eradicate this crime nationwide.

Authorities recommend reporting any suspicions of human trafficking to local law enforcement or contacting the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888. In situations involving immediate danger, individuals are advised to call 911.