HEALING PATHWAYS

Philadelphia Children's Alliance's Program Supporting
Child Victims of Human Trafficking (CVHT)

What is Child Sex Trafficking?

Child Sex Trafficking is any sex act with a child in exchange for something of value and is illegal in all 50 states. While proof of force, fraud, or coercion

AWARENESS & PREVENTION TIPS

  • • Limit Exposure to Devices

    Every child exposed to technological devices could be vulnerable to human trafficking.

  • • Raise Awareness and Education

    Learn the signs, educate yourself and others, utilize resources, promote online safety. 

  • • Strengthen Protective Factors

    Support healthy relationships, ensure basics needs are met, build community connections, be a mentor and friend.

  • • Take Action in Your Community

    Locate local anti-trafficking organizations, build partnerships, advocate for policy changes, create protective workplace settings. 

  • • Report Suspicious Activity

    National Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888, text 233733 NCMEC 1-800 THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) or through the CyberTipline.