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National Human Trafficking Resource Center (NHTRC). 1-888-373-7888 www.TraffickingResourceCenter.org Polaris Project. Hotline Overview. NHTRC Goals & Objectives. NHTRC Services. Specific Call Types. Crisis Calls 2%. Tips 17%. Referrals 11%. General Information 28% .
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National Human Trafficking Resource Center (NHTRC) 1-888-373-7888 www.TraffickingResourceCenter.org Polaris Project
Specific Call Types Crisis Calls 2% Tips 17% Referrals 11% General Information 28% Training & Technical Assistance 5% Related and Miscellaneous 30% NOTE: An additional 7% are Repeat Calls related to Tips and Crisis Calls.
NHTRC’s Role in Connecting People Law Enforcement/Task Forces Victims of Trafficking Task Forces Community Members NHTRC Service Providers Teaches Family and Friends Shelters
Formal Tip Reporting Local, State, Federal Law Enforcement Tips Involving Minors
NHTRC Resources • Database of over 3500 comprehensive social service referrals • Resource Library - general information and training materials on diverse topics related to human trafficking • Specialized city and state-based referral & reporting protocols • Case tracking database - ability to generate statistical reports on call trends
Highlighted Statistics(As Of August 1, 2011) • Total calls to date: 34,501 • Monthly Averages: • 2011 monthly average of 1274 calls • 2010 monthly average of 990 calls • 2009 monthly average of 640 calls • 2008 monthly average of 480 calls • Approximately 19%of the total call volume references tips or crisis calls involving situations of labor and sex trafficking. • Since 2007, we have received calls referencingover 5,112 potential victims.
Accessing our Services • Call Us 24/7: 1-888-3737-888 • Email: nhtrc@polarisproject.org • Report a Tip Online or Access Resources: www.traffickingresourcecenter.org • Sarah Jakiel, SJakiel@polarisproject.org, 202-745-0160