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Human Trafficking

Dates: Tuesday, October 28 and Thursday, October 30
Times: See time slots for videoconferences below
Grades: 9-12
Theme: Conflict and Human Rights
Cost: (includes 2 videoconferences): $300 or membership price*
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Human trafficking is “the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harboring or receipt of persons, by means of the threat or use of force or other forms of coercion…for the purpose of exploitation,” by the United Nations’ definition. It is estimated to be a $5-$9 billion dollar a year industry, which directly impacts the global economy. According to the U.S. State Department, approximately 80% of humans trafficked are women and girls, and up to 50% are under the age of 18.

In this two-part PULSE series, students will explore the characteristics of people trafficked, who often belong to vulnerable populations and include migrants, minorities, and runaway or abused children. Students will particularly examine hidden trafficking in the United States, known as a “destination country,” by looking at case studies. In addition, students will analyze the interlocking components of this invisible billion dollar business, which has become the world’s third largest criminal industry and, working together, discuss how to raise awareness to reduce human trafficking.

Part One will feature a student discussion on various aspects of human trafficking, and in Part Two, students will speak face-to-face with a person who has been directly involved in human trafficking.

	Tuesday, October 28: Up to three classes at a time connect to discuss human trafficking and its global reach, along with some of the steps they can take to raise awareness of this “hidden” issue. This session is moderated by a GNG staff member. Available time slots: High School: 10:00 am – 11:00 am | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | 1:00 – 2:00 pm EDT
	Thursday, October 30: Students speak directly to a victim of human trafficking and discuss the issue on a personal level. Available time slots: High School: 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | 1:00 – 2:00 pm EDT

The Human Trafficking program is aligned with these national standards:

Civics and Government Standards

• Topic IV: What is the relationship of the United States to other nations and to world affairs?

Geography Standards
Human Systems

• Standard 9: The characteristics, distribution, and migration of human populations on Earth’s surface.
• Standard 10: The characteristics, distributions, and complexity of Earth’s cultural mosaics.
• Standard 11: The patterns and networks of economic interdependence on Earth’s surface.
• Standard 13: How forces of cooperation and conflict among people influence the division and control of Earth’s surface.

Social Studies Standards

• Strand III: People, Places, and Environments
• Strand IV: Individual Development and Identity
• Strand V: Individuals, Groups, and Institutions
• Strand VI: Power, Authority, and Governance
• Strand IX: Global Connections
• Strand X: Civic Ideals and Practices

World History Standards

• Era 8: A Half-Century of Crisis and Achievement, 1900-1945
• Era 9: The 20th Century Since 1945: Promises & Paradoxes

Preparation materials for the program:

	Human Trafficking Lesson Plan An Overview of the Program and What to Expect
	Human Trafficking PowerPoint | PDF version of Presentation

What to expect from The PULSE

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