Persons with developmental disabilities are at increased risk of human trafficking. There are many factors contributing to this risk including higher rates of unemployment, low payment for work, increased likely of social isolation, and decreased likelihood of receiving appropriate education about healthy relationships, sexuality, and relationship safety skills.
The National Human Trafficking and Disabilities Working Group (NHTDWG) offers on-demand training and education, consultation, and resources around the intersection of human trafficking and disabilities.
For NHTDWG reports, past trainings, and educational materials on the intersection of human trafficking and disabilities or for on demand training and information on how to request a speaker for your event, please visit - iofa.org/national-trafficking-disabilities-working-group/.
The National Human Trafficking and Disabilities Working Group (NHTDWG) offers on-demand training and education, consultation, and resources around the intersection of human trafficking and disabilities.
For NHTDWG reports, past trainings, and educational materials on the intersection of human trafficking and disabilities or for on demand training and information on how to request a speaker for your event, please visit - iofa.org/national-trafficking-disabilities-working-group/.
Author: Dr. Frederika C. Theus, Licensed Clinical Psycholoist