December 24, 2021
EDUCATION & STATISTICS
From https://ourrescue.org
Human trafficking can take place any time, anywhere in the world. Some common venues where exploitation takes place are hotels and motels. Traffickers may bring victims to hotels and motels to engage in commercial sex with paying customers. According to the National Human Trafficking Hotline, hotels and motels are frequented by traffickers because these locations include:
Easy accessibility for them and their customers
Ability to pay in cash
Lack of upkeep expenses
To help prevent such abuse, hospitality workers and patrons can learn to recognize the signs of human trafficking. Many trusted organizations that are engaged in the fight against trafficking have outlined a variety of signs to look out for. We have compiled a few signs from each of these resources; please click the links to learn more. The National Human Trafficking Hotline
Paying for their room in all cash or by prepaid card
Requesting a room with a view of the parking lot
Having many visitors in and out of the room
Frequently requesting fresh sheets and towels
Having drugs, alcohol or sex paraphanelia in their possession
Reserving multiple rooms under one name
Renting rooms for less than a day or longer than seems normal
Parking cars backwards so license plates aren’t visible
Bringing little to no possessions for an extended stay
Bringing multiple computers, cell phones, credit card payment systems, etc.
Begging hotel staff for food or other items
Loitering on the premises
Bringing excessive luggage for a short stay
Extending reservations day by day
Checking in alone but requesting multiple beds, room keys, etc.
Requesting a room away from front desk
Checking in with several women
Expressing concern about surveillance cameras or entrance policies
If you witness these signs, observe carefully and document concrete details about the situation. Then contact a human trafficking tipline or local law enforcement authorities to report what you’ve seen.
To further educate yourself on the signs of trafficking, we invite you to take our free Signs of Trafficking Training Course.
https://www.dhs.gov/blue-campaign/hospitalityindustry
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