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Tire Industry Association Hosts Free Webinar with TAT (Truckers Against Trafficking) on Human Trafficking Awareness

  • Release Date: July 23, 2024

BOWIE, MD – The Tire Industry Association is hosting a free educational webinar on human trafficking awareness on July 29, 2024, at 2 p.m. EST. This informative session is in partnership with TAT and will equip participants with the knowledge and tools to recognize the signs of human trafficking and become active allies in the fight against this modern-day slavery.

Human trafficking is a global crisis that exploits millions of people for forced labor, sex trafficking, and domestic servitude. It can happen anywhere, and anyone can be a victim. This webinar aims to raise awareness about this hidden crime and empower individuals to take action.

The webinar will cover:

  • What is human trafficking?
  • How to identify the signs of human trafficking
  • How human trafficking intersects with the transportation industry
  • What you can do to make a difference
  • Resources available from TAT

The webinar will be presented by Chris Moreno, TAT Industry Training specialist. Chris Moreno is a dedicated advocate against human trafficking, specializing in educating the trucking industry. She equips transportation professionals with the knowledge to identify and respond to potential trafficking situations and is instrumental in fostering collaborations with various organizations to advance the mission of TAT nationwide.

Who should attend:

  • Anyone concerned about human trafficking
  • Community members
  • Professionals who work with vulnerable populations (healthcare workers, teachers, social workers, law enforcement)
  • Businesses looking to improve their anti-trafficking efforts

Registration:

This webinar is free and open to the public. Space is limited, so please register online at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QS8uCB0LS0SpHjFkc3kKKg#/registration.