Human Trafficking Resources
Florida ranks as a top three state in the U.S. for human trafficking, with the highest prevalence rates concentrated in major metropolitan, coastal, and high-tourism counties.
OCPS has a Human Trafficking Advisory Council with members of the school district and community working together to increase education on this topic to combat this growing concern.
How to Report Concerns with Human Trafficking
Children and adults can be victims of human trafficking. “If you see something, say something.”
- FDLE - Florida Human Trafficking Hotline
- Florida Abuse Hotline - 1-800-96-ABUSE (1-800-962-2873)
- Florida Human Trafficking Hotline 1-855-FLA-SAFE (1-855-352-7233)
- Call Department of Law Enforcement Hotline 1-855-FLA-SAFE (1-855-352-7233), Local Law Enforcement or 911
- Call Missing Kids Hotline 800-843-5678
- Call Homeland Security Investigations Hotline 866-347-2423
To support parents the following resources may provide information and assistance:
- Department of Homeland Security's Blue Campaign – Provides educational materials and resources to combat human trafficking.
- Florida Alliance to End Human Trafficking – Provides support and resources to combat human trafficking in Florida.
- National Center for Missing & Exploited Children – Offers resources and support for preventing child exploitation.
- National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888 or text "HELP" to 233733 (BEFREE).
- Victim Service Center of Central Florida – Provides individualized services and resources to victims of sexual assault, violent crime, and traumatic circumstances.
- The Florida Department of Education provided districts with a free training for educators. Families can click here to review the materials.