2025/06/21 by Warnock, Amanda
#Ethnic Minority #Immigrant #Newcomer #Racialized #Visible Minority
paper · doi:10.11575/prism/49016
| The Action Coalition on Human Trafficking (ACT Alberta) is Alberta's oldest longest standing anti-human trafficking organization, providing victim services and collaborating with local, provincial, and national partners to identify, respond to, and prevent human trafficking now and in the future. We operate on an evidence-based, person-centered, and human-rights mandate that is inclusive to all communities, persons, and experiences - remaining respectful and accountable to vulnerable populations who are most at-risk of human trafficking and related exploitation. This presentation aims to address human trafficking prevention, intervention, and research efforts in newcomer populations - with special emphasis on policy and program activities intended to identify and respond to cases within (and in transit to) Canada. Attendees will learn how to best protect the health, wellness, and safety of vulnerable and trafficked persons, and how to effectively advocate for responsible and respectful responses. The presentation will be broken into fourths, as reflected in the following template: Background: Introduction to human trafficking; specific vulnerabilities within newcomer populations; trends, typologies, and incidence of human trafficking in Alberta Methods: Canadian responses and legislation to combat human trafficking; assessments, screening tools, and best practice guidelines (including ACT Alberta’s process); engaging with vulnerable communities and partner organizations Results: Identification of clients’ needs and barriers to care; service gaps and areas for improvement; successes and challenges working with newcomer populations Conclusion: possible solutions to best support victims in a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and empowered way; suggestions include recommendations for policy, programs, and research.