Survey suggests human trafficking more prevalent on campuses than thought

Human trafficking is typically viewed as a problem that occurs in hotels, illicit massage businesses, transportation hubs, or online spaces. But new research suggests colleges and universities may be far more vulnerable to trafficking and exploitation than many campus leaders realize.

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Campus Security Report
Published
2026-10-18
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https://doi.org/10.1002/casr.70118
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Sex work and related issues
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Survey suggests human trafficking more prevalent on campuses than thought

Halley Sutton
Campus Security Report
Sex work and related issues
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Survey suggests human trafficking more prevalent on campuses than thought

Halley Sutton
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Abstract

Human trafficking is typically viewed as a problem that occurs in hotels, illicit massage businesses, transportation hubs, or online spaces. But new research suggests colleges and universities may be far more vulnerable to trafficking and exploitation than many campus leaders realize.

Campus Security ReportVol. 23(7)
Openalex Percentile: Top 5%
Sex work and related issues
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