Featured counter-trafficking program: Love146

Area of Science:

• Public Health
• Human Rights
• Social Work

Background:

• Child trafficking and exploitation remain significant global issues.
• Specialized programs are crucial for supporting survivors' recovery.
• Love146 is an international organization addressing child sex trafficking.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe Love146's Survivor Care Program in the U.S.
• To detail successes and challenges in providing services to survivors of domestic minor sex trafficking (DMST).
• To share lessons learned in improving medical and mental health outcomes for trafficked children.

Main Methods:

• Programmatic description of Love146's services.
• Case examples and qualitative insights from program implementation.
• Analysis of barriers and facilitators to accessing care for DMST survivors.

Main Results:

• Love146's program provides essential specialized services in Connecticut.
• Successes include improved survivor engagement and access to care.
• Challenges involve systemic barriers and resource limitations.

Conclusions:

• Love146's model demonstrates effective strategies for supporting DMST survivors.
• Continued collaboration and research are vital for enhancing counter-trafficking efforts.
• Addressing medical and mental health needs is critical for survivor well-being.