There are more than 20 million human trafficking victims worldwide, and National human Trafficking Awareness Day, held Thursday, puts the spotlight on recognizing risk factors and learning how you can help.
People were encouraged to wear blue to help raise awareness.
Trafficking victims can be any age, race, gender or nationality, and children are especially at risk, especially since human traffickers are turning to computers and chat rooms to lure victims.
There are many services available locally. Here are some organizations around the area that can help.
Rensselaer County
START Children’s Center
131 6th Ave., Troy, NY 12180
518-271-6001 – START phone
518-833-6145 – DSS Office
Schenectady County
Safe Inc. of Schenectady
1344 Albany St., Schenectady, NY 12304
518-374-0166
Albany County
Dept. For Children Youth and Families
The Children’s Advocacy Center
260 South Pearl St;, Albany, New York 12202
(518) 447-4938 office
www.AlbanyKids.com
Ulster County
Department of Social Services
1091 Development Court, Kingston, NY 12401
Office: (845) 340-3927
ulster.safeharbour@gmail.com
Washington County
Youth Bureau/Alternative Sentencing Agency
383 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828
Office (518)746-2333
Saratoga County
Saratoga Center for the Family
Harriet M. West - Child Advocacy Center
359 Ballston Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 587-8008
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