Working With Victims: a Personal Response to Human Trafficking

Abstract

Human trafficking is a prominent social justice issue around the world. Organizations and individuals have chosen to become advocates to eradicate human trafficking and to help the victims who have suffered. Christians have a responsibility to respond, but need proper awareness and preparation to ensure the appropriate and effective response. Preparation includes education on the issue as a whole, cross-cultural awareness, and thorough training prior to direct work with victims of human trafficking. Overall, those working to eliminate human trafficking must understand that each victim who has suffered is made in the image of God and needs His love and healing.