This session equips students with the knowledge to recognize and respond to different kinds of trafficking—especially how it can happen online or in their communities. Using real-world examples, students will learn how traffickers target youth, the signs of grooming, and how to safely take action. Includes discussion, myth-busting, and an interactive quiz.

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Designed for parents and guardians, this presentation explains how traffickers use manipulation, social media, and coercion to exploit minors. You'll learn the behavioral signs to watch for, how to talk to children and families about online safety, and what steps to take if you suspect trafficking. We’ll also share national and local, Washington-based resources for families seeking support. Includes discussion.

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This community-friendly presentation offers an accessible overview of what human trafficking looks like today, both locally and globally. We break down how to recognize and respond to human trafficking, explain how trafficking operates, and share how ordinary people can make a difference—whether through advocacy, volunteering, or simply knowing the signs. Includes discussion, myth-busting, and an interactive quiz.

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Join The Lotus Bloom Project at the Bellevue Downtown Park in Bellevue, WA for the Youth for Impact Fair, a community event led by a team of passionate youth volunteers. The Lotus Bloom Project will have a table with information for human trafficking awareness and educational events near the fountain towards the south end of the park.

Made possible by Be Bold for Change, the City of Bellevue Community Programming Fund, Hungry Panda, the Meydenbauer Center, and the Emerald Parents Association.