SSA Michael Goodhue’s presentation on Human Trafficking demonstrated the positive outcomes from agencies working together and sharing information. There are people that feel Prostitution is a victimless crime, and the women are doing it because they want to be there. The truth is, women are sought out by individuals that prey on people with low self-esteem, then promise them a lavish lifestyle. Once Pimps gain the woman’s trust they show the force and intimidation to make the women do things they would not normally do. If the women refuse or hesitate they are beaten or threatened with beatings until they comply. These girls are brainwashed by the pimps and told they are their family and they are the only people that will take care of them.
