It’s one of the worst crimes that happen not only in Texas but across the globe, we’re talking about sex trafficking.  

But it’s fantastic to hear that that Texas Trucking Association are standing up against the horrible crime with a new campaign that just launched. 

Sex Trafficking Happening More Than You Realize 

It’s the crime that no one wants to talk about but consistently ranks high in Texas for a couple different reasons. 

First, we have a large population with lots of major highways, we’re connected to an international border and busy ports all of which can be hotspots for trafficking humans. 

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Trafficking Humans of All Ages 

While most people assume that it’s just women, especially younger women that are targeted, numbers are showing that human trafficking happens to both adults and children. 

It would make sense that runaway youth would be an easier target for those attempting human trafficking, but this new campaign that launched shows that boys and young men really need to watch out.  

Large Numbers of Young Boys Being Trafficked 

There are multiple Texas non-profits that report 50% of sex trafficked youth are boys.  

To help bring awareness, you’ll probably see semi-trucks around Texas with signs on them raising awareness about the risks that boys face. 

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We cannot continue to act like this isn’t happening here in our home state, we are talking about families that are devastated and just wondering where their loved one is currently.  

Remind your friends and family members to be very careful, and stay aware of your surroundings, it doesn’t matter your age or sex, be careful.  

Nonprofit agency Uprising shares information about human trafficking and exploitation

Gallery Credit: Kolby Fedore, Townsquare Media

Nonprofit agency Uprising shares information about human trafficking and exploitation

Gallery Credit: Kolby Fedore, Townsquare Media

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