ALASKA AWARENESS INITIATIVE
End the Silence. Know the Truth.
Trafficked.kNOw.More is a non-profit organization founded by a group of individuals who are deeply committed to supporting those affected by human trafficking. We believe that this scourge should be unacceptable in any community and the community working together is the only way to eliminate modern-day slavery.
Human trafficking is modern-day slavery in which people are exploited for labor or commercial sex through force, fraud, or coercion.
Alaska’s vast wilderness, extensive coastline, and harsh environment allow human traffickers to isolate and control victims more effectively.
Alaska Native teens and young adults traveling from villages to urban centers are documented to be approached by traffickers within 72 hours.
A low estimate of 500,000 predators are online daily and reach out within 48 hours of the first time a child, teen, or young adult creates a social media profile.
The Impact in Numbers
Our data-driven approach allows us to track the severity of the crisis and measure the direct results of our interventions.
20%
The Kenai Peninsula is 20% higher per capita than anywhere else
in Alaska.
in Alaska.
49.6 Million
There are at least 49.6 million modern-day slaves globally.
Ranked #1
Alaska records the highest Missing Person Cases per capita in the United States.
59%
59% of women in Alaska (84% of Alaska Native and American Indian women) have experienced intimate partner violence.
Have Questions?
Our organization is available to provide information of local services, and support to survivors and families as they walk through a horrific circumstance. Reach out for more information or how you can become involved.
+1 (907) 513-2821
info@traffickedknowmore.org
Trafficked.kNOw.More, PO BOX 7306
Nikiski, AK 99635
Warning Signs
Early recognition of these indicators can be life-saving. Learn how to identify potential
trafficking situations.
Transit Manipulation
In Alaska, labor trafficking is most prevalent in seafood processing and commercial fishing, hospitality and tourism, construction, and the restaurant and food service industry. Sex-trafficking is prevalent anywhere there is drug abuse and/or homelessness.
VITAL SIGN
ID Withholding
Workers in seasonal camps or remote sites who don’t have access to their own identification or travel documents.
BEHAVIORAL
Coerced Narratives
Scripted responses or extreme fear when interacting with local law enforcement or community health workers in rural hubs.
Seasonal & Remote Housing
Substandard and overcrowded housing is often integrated into worksites, man camps and seasonal tourism lodges, where workers often live in inadequate conditions that can remain hidden in plain sight, particularly during peak seasons when these locations become busier and more difficult to monitor.
How We Make a Difference
EDUCATE, ACTIVATE to ERADICATE HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Awareness
We offer free training, designed to meet the direct needs of organizations, businesses, and churches, while providing with practical knowledge, helpful resources and greater awareness.
Free Child ID Kits
We offer free fingerprinting and ID kits for parents to have on hand if needed, providing an additional resource for safety.TKM DOES NOT retain any information or maintain a fingerprint database.
Search and Rescue
TKM has a trained Missing Child Response Team and Advocates that can be deployed for missing and at risk children and teens once a missing person number is assigned and the police and family agree.
Village Outreach
Building partnerships with Tribal Governments and local Alaskans to create a statewide shield of protection.
Emergency & Education Resources
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, contact emergency services.
For trafficking-specific help, download our guides.
Survivor Guide
PDF (2.4 MB)
Hotline Card
24/7 Global Support
Immediate Danger
Call 911
National Human Trafficking Hotline
1-888-373-7888
HELP or INFO to 233733 (BeFree)
Stories of Hope
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