CITY of ALBUQUERQUE
TWENTY SIXTH COUNCIL
COUNCIL BILL NO.
R-24-42 ENACTMENT NO. ________________________
SPONSORED BY: Ren?e Grout and Dan Champine
RESOLUTION
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Directing The City Administration To Develop Anti- Human Trafficking Training And Outreach Programming For City Of Albuquerque Employees; Creating Anti-Human Trafficking Public Awareness Campaign; Requiring Anti-Human Trafficking Signs At Major Transportation Hubs
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WHEREAS, human trafficking is a grave violation of human rights and dignity, involving exploitation and coercion for the purpose of forced labor, sexual exploitation, or other forms of servitude; and
WHEREAS, human trafficking affects individuals of all ages, genders, and backgrounds, with particularly vulnerable populations including women, children, migrants, refugees, and marginalized communities; and
WHEREAS, human trafficking undermines the rule of law, fuels organized crime, and contributes to the proliferation of violence, corruption, and exploitation in societies worldwide; and
WHEREAS, human trafficking is a critical issue affecting individuals in urban and rural areas alike, demanding a coordinated and educated response from all sectors of society; and
WHEREAS, raising public awareness and promoting education about the realities of human trafficking, including its root causes, methods, and impact on individuals and communities, is essential for prevention and response efforts; and
WHEREAS, City staff who work in Community Centers, Senior Centers, Multi-Generational Centers, Solid Waste Collection, Transit, Animal Welfare, Code Enforcement, Restaurant Inspection, and other places in the public are in unique positions to identify and assist victims of human trafficking; and
WHEREAS, providing specialized training and outreach materials to these staff members can significantly enhance their ability to recognize signs of human trafficking, respond appropriately, and connect vi...
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