Preliminary Findings from A Labor Trafficking Assessment in Nebraska

• In Event: Innovations in Human Trafficking Research—Part 3: A Focus on Labor Trafficking

Abstract

In an effort to understand labor trafficking in Nebraska, an ongoing assessment is being conducted using a multi-phased approach. Interviews with stakeholders, providers, and survivors are being gathered to inform the following research objectives: (1) what is the nature of labor trafficking in the state; (2) what are the challenges of law enforcement and legal actors when investigating these crimes; and (3) what are the challenges of service providers when responding to survivors. Data analysis is ongoing. This presentation provides preliminary findings from these interviews, including key themes identified and lessons learned during the interview process.

Authors

• Teresa C. Kulig, University of Nebraska Omaha

• Sadaf Hashimi, University of Nebraska Omaha

• Kaitlyn Swanberg, University of Nebraska Omaha

• Valeria Torres-Rivera, University of Nebraska Omaha

• Morgan Goslar, University of Nebraska Omaha