Human Trafficking Month
Human trafficking is a global industry exploiting millions through force, fraud, and coercion for labor and commercial sex. Professional drivers are uniquely positioned to serve as a vital defensive force because traffickers often use the same transportation infrastructure. More information is available on the Trucker Awareness Initiative website.
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In 2026, human trafficking remains a significant global crisis, affecting an estimated 50 million people. With 22 million of those are people in forced marriages. Because traffickers rely heavily on highways and transit hubs to move victims, the trucking industry serves as a vital frontline in disrupting these criminal networks.
The Role of Truckers
Truck drivers are uniquely positioned as the "eyes and ears" of the road. They frequent high-traffic areas where traffickers often operate, such as:
Truck stops, gas stations, and rest areas.
Hotels along freight corridors and loading terminals.
Key Awareness Initiatives for 2026
Major organizations have coordinated large-scale efforts to empower transportation professionals:
Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative (HTAI): Led by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), this annual program schedules specific outreach weeks for 2026:
United States: January 12–16, 2026.
Canada: February 23–27, 2026.
Mexico: March 16–20, 2026.
Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT): This non-profit has trained over 1.3 million industry members to date. In 2026, TAT continues to provide role-specific training and mobile resources for drivers and fleet owners.
"Your Roads, Their Freedom" Campaign: A Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) effort aimed at educating commercial motor vehicle drivers to recognize signs of exploitation.
Recognizing the Signs
Traffickers often move victims between "dates" or labor sites using moving trucks, cargo vans, or passenger vehicles. Drivers are encouraged to watch for:
Behavioral Indicators: Individuals who appear fearful, anxious, or unable to speak for themselves.
Physical Signs: Signs of physical abuse, lack of basic hygiene, or being deprived of food and water.
Suspicious Activity: Individuals going from truck to truck or spending excessive time in truck stop bathrooms/showers.
How to Report
Industry professionals are trained to prioritize safety and never confront suspected traffickers directly.
In the U.S.: Call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or text HELP to 233733 (BEFREE).
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Click on this Truckers Against Trafficking link to see videos like Ed Closson mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0Gzrb7PLtA
You might check with Truckers Against Trafficking at https://tatnonprofit.org/. It is the best resource for with training for recognizing traffickers and how/where to report them.
Looking forward to videos that can help identify potential traffickers and/or arrests of stated traffickers caught by law enforcement if any are out there for viewing.