About
Exploitation and trafficking is a real, felt issue in Santa Barbara County. In response, SBACT coordinates the education/awareness working group of the SB County Human Trafficking Task Force, a partnership between non-profits, government agencies, faith communities, and community members involved with fighting issues of local exploitation.
The working groups meet on a regular basis and have begun planning events to build awareness and prevention.
Take Action
Learn how you can take action to fight human trafficking in SB County. Download the Trafficking Response Directory below.
The Facts
CA is one of the nation's top 4 destination states for human trafficking
There were 45 confirmed, unduplicated child survivors of domestic sex trafficking in SB County between 2012-2014 (see below)
80 children have been identified as "suspected" survivors in SB County
Of those interviewed, 80% indicated that their primary residence was SB County
Number of Confirmed Survivors of Domestic Child Sex Trafficking
Needs Assessment of Domestic Child Sex Trafficking in Santa Barbara County. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.countyofsb.org/da/msm_county/documents/NA_DCST_FINAL.pdf
General Resources:
Local info
What to do
Report suspicions of trafficking to law enforcement by calling 911 or the 24-hour National Human Trafficking Hotline line at 1-888-373-7888
Sign Up for a Training
SB ACT, in partnership with the Human Trafficking Task Force, offers a free 1-hour “Human Trafficking 101” training to businesses, service providers, faith communities, and community groups throughout SB County. To inquire about receiving a training, please complete the form below.
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+1 (805) 259 4692 x105
info@sbact.org
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