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AG Nessel Urges Legislature to Pass Human Trafficking LegislationContact: Ryan Jarvi 517-599-2746Agency: Attorney General
March 2, 2021
LANSING – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel testified before the House Judiciary Committee this morning in support of a package of human trafficking bills recommended by the Michigan Human Trafficking Commission. The 26 bills are aimed at strengthening tools to hold traffickers accountable, expanding protections for victims of trafficking and fundamentally altering the criminal justice system’s approach to commercial sexual activity, otherwise known as prostitution.
“The very tactics a trafficker uses to exploit a victim’s vulnerability also keep a victim from reporting. Often, victim reports are the best evidence against a trafficker,” Nessel said in her testimony. “The more we can encourage victims to safely come forward and ensure their fair and dignified treatment, the more likely we are to develop the str
Michigan Department of Attorney General
LANSING – To conclude Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel today announced the release of the Michigan Human Trafficking Commission’s 2020 Annual Report, which is available online at the Attorney General’s website. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Commission still found ways to carry out the important work focused on combating human trafficking here in Michigan. The annual report is provided to the Governor and Legislature each year to summarize those efforts.
“Despite the ongoing pandemic, the Michigan Human Trafficking Commission has not lost sight of its objectives and has persevered through these challenging times by continuing to raise awareness, provide trainings and outreach, and pursue opportunities so that our state is better positioned to address human trafficking,” Nessel said. “I commend each member of the Commission for their devoted efforts, and look forward to working w
Nessel announces results of Human Trafficking Commission annual report
Michigan Commission on Human Trafficking
and last updated 2021-01-29 15:46:28-05
LANSING, Mich. â To conclude Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel on Friday announced the results of the Human Trafficking Commissionâs 2020 Annual Report.
The annual report is provided to the governor and state legislature each year to summarize the Commissionâs efforts.
Read the full report here.
âDespite the ongoing pandemic, the Michigan Human Trafficking Commission has not lost sight of its objectives and has persevered through these challenging times by continuing to raise awareness, provide trainings and outreach and pursue opportunities so that our state is better positioned to address human trafficking,â Nessel said. âI commend each member of the Commission for their devoted efforts and look forward to working with Gov. Whitmer and the Legislature in this
Michigan AG s Office teams up with Uber, Polaris for human trafficking awareness campaign
and last updated 2021-01-29 17:11:26-05
MICHIGAN â The Michigan Attorney Generalâs office has teamed up with Uber to raise awareness about human trafficking.
Both groups are working with Polaris to help Uber drivers and delivery people learn the signs of trafficking and what to do about it.
Michigan Assistant Attorney General and Chair of the Michigan Human Trafficking Commission, Kelly Carter, said the training teaches drivers and the public to think outside the trafficking myths.
She said, âDonât assume that a victim of trafficking only has one look or presents in only one situation.â
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has proclaimed January 2021 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month in Michigan.
“Human trafficking happens to children, women and men every day in our country and around the world,” Whitmer said. “It is often a hidden crime that can take different forms including sex trafficking, forced labor and almost always involves the exploitation of our most vulnerable. I hope this month serves as a reminder and opportunity for each of us to learn about prevention efforts and ways to support survivors and their families. If you see something, speak up and contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 888-373-7888. Your call could save a life.”