Human Trafficking Prevention & Intervention

Human Trafficking Case Management

VST provides specialized case management, advocacy and, crisis intervention for human trafficking survivors such as:

• safety planning, emergency accommodation/shelter, food, and basic necessities;
• Intensive case management support including systems navigation, referrals, linkages and advocacy; and
• Establishing and developing deeper community connections including outreach initiatives and knowledge exchange.

Human Trafficking Prevention Workshops

Victim Services Toronto offers workshops for both youth and parents to help raise awareness about the risks of human trafficking and how to prevent it. These workshops are available at the request of schools or agencies.

Topics discussed in the workshops includes:

• What is human trafficking?
• The broader context in which human trafficking takes place
• Where young people are recruited from
• Red flags to look out for
• What consent really means
• How to recognize (un)healthy relationships
• Staying safe online

The workshop for parents also includes:

• How to support your children
• The story of a parent of a survivor
• How to get involved and spread awareness

For more information about the Human Trafficking Prevention Workshops, contact us today.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES: What Survivors Of Human Trafficking Need You To Know

A survivor-led how-to manual for meaningful, trauma-informed support

Developed by survivors of human trafficking, this guide provides clear, practical insights for professionals likely to encounter survivors and trafficking situations across a range of sectors - including healthcare, education, law enforcement, finance, and more. Each section is grounded in survivor stories and lived experience, shaped through direct collaboration between survivors and frontline professionals.

These Guiding Principles are a call to action: to look beyond stereotypes, recognize coercion even when it’s hidden in plain sight, and engage with survivors in ways that honour autonomy, safety, and dignity.

Whether you're a seasoned frontline worker or just beginning to learn about human trafficking, this guide is an essential tool for deepening your understanding and strengthening your capacity to provide trauma-informed, survivor-centred support.

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