Chosen Intro
•
0 likes•149 views
Introduction to Shared Hope International's Chosen video
Recommended
More Related Content
What's hot
What's hot (19)
Viewers also liked
Viewers also liked (12)
Similar to Chosen Intro
Similar to Chosen Intro (20)
Recently uploaded
Recently uploaded (20)
Chosen Intro
- 2. What is Sex Trafficking? Sex trafficking occurs when a person is induced to perform a commercial sex act* through the use of force, fraud or coercion, or in which the person induced to perform the act is under 18. *This sex act can be exchanged for anything of value including food, shelter or money.
- 3. Quick Facts • 100K minors in America are victimized in the commercial sex industry every year • Most are recruited from ages 12-14 years • Traffickers prey on vulnerable youth: – Histories of abuse – Runaway, homeless, throwaway – Lonely or disconnected
- 4. Misidentification of Victims • Most minor victims remain unidentified • They are often mislabeled or charged with delinquent offenses • Common ideologies: – Prostitute/slut/promiscuous – Gang member/juvenile delinquent – Runaway/Truant – Always female
- 5. In order to understand the issue, we have to understand the victims. They could be anybody’s daughter, niece, cousin, friend, or neighbor.
Editor's Notes
- Presenter Notes: -Sex Trafficking is one form of trafficking seen in the United States. Worldwide, it is a billion dollar industry. -The federal government defines sex trafficking as the commercial sexual exploitation of a person through the use of force, fraud and coercion. It occurs when a person is induced to perform a sex act in exchange for something of value to themselves or their trafficker. Traffickers will use force, fraud and coercion to induce their victims to perform these sex acts against their will. While most people believe traffickers will resort to bodily harm and physical violence to control their victims, this is often only a fraction of the methods used. Most traffickers rely on their skills with psychological manipulation and coercion. By creating a climate of fear, traffickers are able to manipulate their victims to do almost anything. As long as the victim believes the trafficker is capable of carrying out his/her threats, the victim will remain compliant. **Keep in mind that our government considers everyone under 18 involved in the commercial sex industry to be a victim because we know that minors lack the emotional and psychological development to make an adult consensual decision to engage in the exchange of sex acts for profit. The government does not require the proof of force, fraud and coercion when minors are involved. (However, in cases with adults one of these elements must be proven in a court of law).
- Presenter Notes: -While the government estimates that 15-17,000 foreign victims are trafficking into the country every year to be used in forced labor or sex, the number of American children trafficked within the U.S. far outweighs them.-The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) estimates that approximately 100,000 American children are trafficked into the commercial sex industry every year, with up to 300,000 at risk. -Many agencies have reported that the average age of recruitment into the commercial sex industry is 12-14 years old-Shared Hope’s research across the nation revealed that victims come from every race, ethnicity and socioeconomic background. While some youth have more extreme vulnerabilities, the reality is that all youth are vulnerable due to their age. Traffickers prey on their vulnerabilities, eager to manipulate them into believing his/her lies and promises. -A large percentage of victims have histories of physical or sexual abuse, most have histories of running away or living on the streets. Some are throwaway youth (kicked out of home by abusive/neglectful parents, or simply never reported missing by apathetic guardians). Many are lonely or disconnected from support structures or safety nets. Some studies have shown that a very high number of sex trafficking victims have previously been involved with the child welfare system. -Traffickers are actively looking for youth who are eager to be loved, encouraged and supported.
- Presenter Notes: -Many people wonder why such a large number of victims can go unnoticed or unidentified in our country. The reality is that most victims come through the ‘system’ at one point or another, but are mislabeled or misidentified as something else.-Sex trafficking victims are manipulated by their pimps to lie about their age and identification. They carry fake IDs, deny their victimization and show extreme loyalty to their pimps. They don’t recognize the depth of manipulation in which they’re involved and often believe they are willing participants, or that they chose to be involved in prostitution. This shame, guilt and/or loyalty is all part of the trafficker’s plan to maintain control over his victim. -As a result of these factors, many youth are charged with prostitution-related offenses or other masking offenses: runaway, truancy, theft, drugs, etc. They can even be charged as adults if their true age is not uncovered by law enforcement. -Their negative emotional response to police, probation and court officials leave many professionals believing that they are truly delinquents and not victims. Without proper training, first responders and juvenile justice employees will not recognize this behavior as a defense mechanism that hides the trauma of their ordeal.-Society has the assumption that anyone involved in the commercial sex industry (especially in prostitution) is making the choice to do it, wants to do it and is not a victim. Most people view these females, regardless of their age, in a derogatory light– as promiscuous, sluts, bad kids making bad choices, etc. This perspective makes it hard to find compassion or sympathy for any young girl caught up in the sex industry, and less likely to receive services or assistance.-Society also assumes that females are always the victims within the commercial sex industry and can overlook the exploitation of boys. While there is little research regarding the sex trafficking of boys and transgender youth and few specialized services available for victims, this is a topic that is essential to acknowledge along with the exploitation of females. Victims can indeed by male, female, or transgender youth.
- Presenter Notes: -Let’s hear the stories of two young girls who were chosen specifically by their pimps to be groomed for a life in the commercial sex industry. See how he recruited them, manipulated them and brainwashed them into doing what he wanted them to do. **Transition to the film**