Traffickers prey on vulnerable individuals, but those who are disabled are particularly at risk to falling prey to traffickers. Schemes to force, defraud, or coerce individuals with cognitive or physical disabilities include stealing social security checks, forcing individuals into pornography or prostitution, forced labor, or even street begging. Often relying on others to take care of their basic needs, people with disabilities require protection from ruthless traffickers. This session will provide case examples where disabled persons were trafficked, review the risks of trafficking to disabled populations, and discuss possible prevention strategies.

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