Resources
Survivor Support
Human Trafficking Resources Manual
A 60+ page guide organized by county (Lee, Collier, and nearby areas). It lists shelters, counseling/trauma services, case management, basic needs, independent-living resources, and prevention/education programs. Includes hotline info and quick steps to get help.
Click Here to Download our Human Trafficking Resources Manual
The Polaris Project
The Polaris Resilience Fund is a first-of-its-kind, nationwide direct cash assistance program for survivors of human trafficking. The fund provides flexible support to meet immediate needs, build stability, and create time and space for healing and long-term goals.
Hotlines and Reporting
If you suspect human trafficking, have witnessed concerning activity, or need help connecting someone to safety, you are not alone. These hotlines are free, confidential, and available 24/7. You can call to report a tip, ask questions, or get connected to local services for victims and survivors.
Florida Human Trafficking Hotline
📞 1-855-FLA-SAFE 📞 (1-855-352-7233)
This statewide hotline connects callers to trained advocates who can take reports, provide information, and link victims to emergency services across Florida. Operated in partnership with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, it accepts both tips from the public and requests for help from potential victims.
Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) Abuse Hotline
📞 1-800-962-2873 📞
If you believe a minor may be a victim of trafficking, abuse, or neglect, call the DCF Hotline immediately. Reports can be made anonymously, and responders are trained to handle child welfare and trafficking cases with care. This line is mandatory for any situation involving a person under 18.
National Human Trafficking Hotline
📞 1-888-373-7888 📞 or 💬 Text “HELP” or “INFO” to 233733 💬
This is a national, confidential hotline available in more than 200 languages that can be utilized as a survivor, community member, or concerned citizen. It provides 24/7 crisis support, safety planning, and referrals to shelters, legal aid, and victim services throughout the United States.
Internet Safety and Cybersecurity
What Is Sextortion?
This short educational video explains the crime of sextortion—when someone threatens to share private or sensitive material unless the victim provides money, images, or sexual favors. Teens are the most frequent targets of these schemes. The video highlights how sextortion works, steps to prevent it, and what to do if you or someone you know has been victimized. It is a valuable tool for both parents and youth to encourage honest conversations about online safety and seeking help when needed.
Misinformation and Online Safety
This short film by James Corbett highlights how technology and misinformation can be used to manipulate, deceive, and exploit individuals online. It serves as a reminder of the risks survivors and vulnerable communities face in digital spaces, and why online safety and critical awareness are essential in preventing human trafficking and exploitation.
Apps Parents Should Know About
This guide highlights popular apps that children and teens may use, such as Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, Kik, and Tinder. While widely used, many of these platforms can expose young users to risks like explicit content, cyberbullying, location sharing, poor privacy controls, and contact with strangers or predators. Parents can use this chart to quickly recognize app icons, understand the potential dangers, and start open conversations with their children about online safety.
