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The Myths

Separating fact from fiction.

Misconceptions about sex trafficking are widespread, often shaped by sensationalized movies, media, and assumptions. Raising awareness and dispelling these myths is crucial to understanding the reality of the problem.

This list is inspired by educational materials shared by organizations across the anti-trafficking field.

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Citations include:

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  1. UNODC. 2022 Global Report on Trafficking in Persons. 

  2. Polaris. Love and Trafficking.

  3. National Human Trafficking Hotline. Myths and Facts About Human Trafficking.

  4. U.S. Department of Justice. Human Trafficking Data Collection Activities, 2024.

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