Professional Training

Our professional training initiative is designed to equip law enforcement, attorneys, social workers, educators, faith leaders, and community advocates with the knowledge and tools needed to combat sex trafficking. Led by expert presenters, our training sessions provide critical insights into the realities of trafficking, including recruitment tactics, the economics of exploitation, and the cultural forces driving demand. Approved for CLE, POST, and CEU credits, these courses offer continuing education opportunities that empower professionals to intervene effectively, support survivors, and drive systemic change.

 

From foundational courses like Sex Trafficking 101 to specialized topics such as Pimp Culture & Recruitment Tactics, Engaging Men in the Fight Against Trafficking, and Combatting Demand, Operation Bluebird provides targeted education tailored to diverse audiences. We also offer faith-based and youth-focused versions of our trainings, ensuring that every sector of society can play a role in prevention and advocacy. Custom training sessions are available for organizations and agencies seeking specialized guidance and can be conducted online or in-person.​

 

Join us in the fight against trafficking—education is a powerful tool for change. To learn more about training opportunities, or to request a custom training tailored to your specific needs, please contact us at training@breakingfreemn.org.​​​​

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What makes our training so unique?​​

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• Expert-Led & Evidence-Based – Training is developed and delivered by experts with lived experience and professional expertise in combatting sex trafficking, ensuring accurate, real-world insights.

• Approved for Continuing Education Credits – Courses are certified for CLE, POST, and CEU credits, meeting professional development requirements for attorneys, law enforcement, social workers, and other professionals.

• Customizable for Specific Audiences – Tailored training options are available for law enforcement, educators, faith communities, businesses, and youth, ensuring relevance to each sector’s role in prevention and intervention.

• Focus on Both Prevention & Intervention – Trainings cover the full spectrum of trafficking dynamics, including demand reduction, survivor advocacy, recruitment tactics, and systemic change efforts.

• Action-Oriented & Solution-Driven – Participants leave with practical strategies to identify trafficking, support survivors, and disrupt exploitation in their communities and workplaces.

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Who do we train?

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At Breaking Free, we educate communities on identifying and preventing trafficking while also addressing the root causes of exploitation. Our training empowers professionals, advocates, and the public to take action in the fight against trafficking.

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Community & Professional Training

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We provide education and awareness training for individuals and organizations committed to preventing trafficking and supporting survivors:

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• Law Enforcement & Criminal Justice Professionals – Police officers, investigators, prosecutors, and judges learning to identify, investigate, and prosecute trafficking cases effectively.

• Air and Ground Personnel – Airline staff, flight attendants, pilots, bus drivers, truckers, and rideshare operators trained to recognize and report signs of trafficking in transit.

• Attorneys & Legal Advocates – Public defenders, prosecutors, and private attorneys needing CLE-accredited training on legal protections, victim rights, and advocacy.

• Social Workers & Service Providers – Professionals working in shelters, crisis response, and advocacy roles who need trauma-informed approaches to survivor care.

• Healthcare Professionals – Doctors, nurses, and emergency responders who may encounter trafficking victims and need training on identification and intervention.

• Educators & School Staff – Teachers, counselors, and administrators learning to recognize warning signs and protect at-risk students.

• Faith Communities & Religious Organizations – Churches, mosques, synagogues, and faith-based groups seeking guidance on engaging in anti-trafficking efforts.

• Businesses & Hospitality Industry – Hotel staff, transportation workers, and corporate teams training to recognize and prevent trafficking in their industries.

• Community Advocacy Groups & Nonprofits – Grassroots organizations, activists, and service groups working to raise awareness and support survivors.

• Students & Youth Organizations – Schools, universities, and youth programs educating young people on prevention, online safety, and peer advocacy.

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Addressing Demand: Training for Men & Court-Ordered Participants

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To break the cycle of exploitation, we provide specialized training for those whose actions fuel trafficking:

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• Men & Ex-Traffickers – Participants, including those mandated by the courts, undergo intervention programs that expose the realities of trafficking, challenge harmful attitudes, and hold them accountable for their role in perpetuating exploitation. These programs disrupt demand by fostering awareness, responsibility, and behavioral change.​​​​​​​​​