This session explores chronic illnesses commonly experienced by survivors, the biological effects of prolonged trauma, barriers to diagnosis and treatment, and evidence-informed approaches to comprehensive care. It provides practical strategies for identifying chronic health needs and delivering coordinated, trauma- and violence-informed interventions across healthcare and social service settings.

This session explores how offenders use grooming, manipulation, and technology to exploit individuals both online and in person. It examines current trends in sextortion and technology-facilitated exploitation, risk factors and warning signs, barriers to disclosure, and practical strategies for prevention and early intervention. Through real-world examples, the session provides guidance on identifying exploitation, responding appropriately to disclosures, supporting individuals at risk, and promoting online safety and resilience.

This session explores how trauma and violence informed care principles can be meaningfully applied in practice to support sex trafficked persons. It examines practical strategies for creating safe, empowering, and responsive care environments and provides tools to strengthen advocacy and service delivery.

This session explores practical tips and tools to strengthen grant writing, with a focus on effectively communicating the need for programs and services addressing sex trafficking. It also examines what existing data may not capture and how these gaps can be addressed to present a more compelling and well-supported case to funders.