To: Board of County Commissioners
From: Joshua Freeman, Director of Administration
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RE: Approval of a resolution recognizing January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month and Raising Awareness of Human Trafficking
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BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Approval of a resolution recognizing January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month and Raising Awareness of Human Trafficking
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TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRPERSON AND MEMBERS OF THE GENESEE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, GENESEE COUNTY, MICHIGAN
LADIES AND GENTLEMEN:
WHEREAS, human trafficking is a serious crime and a violation of human rights that involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion to exploit individuals for labor or commercial sex; and
WHEREAS, human trafficking affects people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds, and can occur in both urban and rural communities, including within Genesee County; and
WHEREAS, victims of human trafficking often go unidentified due to fear, trauma, language barriers, or lack of awareness within the community; and
WHEREAS, January is nationally recognized as Human Trafficking Prevention Month, providing an opportunity to educate the public, promote prevention efforts, and support survivors; and
WHEREAS, increased public awareness, education, and collaboration among local governments, law enforcement, service providers, and community organizations are critical to preventing human trafficking and assisting victims; and
WHEREAS, the Genesee County Board of Commissioners is committed to promoting public safety, protecting vulnerable populations, and supporting efforts that prevent exploitation and abuse;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Genesee County Board of Commissioners hereby recognizes January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month in Genesee County; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board encourages residents, businesses, schools, faith-based organizations, and community partners to learn the signs of human trafficking and report suspected activity to the appropriate authorities; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board acknowledges and supports the work of law enforcement agencies, nonprofit organizations, service providers, and advocates who work to prevent human trafficking and assist survivors; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution be adopted to raise awareness, promote education, and reaffirm Genesee County's commitment to combating human trafficking in all its forms.