Unmet mental health needs may increase the risk of human trafficking, and trauma from trafficking victimization contributes to a wide range of adverse mental or behavioral health conditions. The consequences of trafficking can be long-lasting, impacting the individual and interpersonal relationships and potentially resulting in intergenerational cycles of victimization.   

Housing and Economic Mobility  

Stable housing is a foundational resource that protects people from human trafficking, exploitation, and other forms of interrelated violence. Safe and affordable housing can give people opportunities to enhance their lives through economic mobility, which includes access to health care, education, and employment opportunities.  

Environmental Justice Natural disasters often compound vulnerabilities that individuals, families, and communities may already be experiencing. Traffickers can exploit challenging conditions by promising food, shelter, and other resources, sometimes posing as disaster responders or social service professionals to gain trust.

• Helping Children After a Natural Disaster: Tips for Parents and Educators
• Helping Children After a Natural Disaster Tips for Parents and Educators - Español
• Helping Children After a Natural Disaster: Tips for Parents and Educators - Punjabi
• Helping Children After a Natural Disaster: Tips for Parents and Educators - Hmong

How to talk about what's happening in Isral

• How to Talk to Kids About What's Happening in Israel Right Now: This article from Kvellershares balanced scripts parents and family members can use with their children based on their age range. 
• How to Talk to Kids About Violence, Crime, and War: Common Sense Media gathers tips and conversation starters to help you talk to kids of different ages about the toughest topics.
• Talking to Your Kids About War: VeryWell Family explores ways families can speak with young people about war, including tips on sharing information and restricting media coverage.
• How to Talk to Your Children About Conflict and War: UNICEF's guide offers eight tips to support and comfort your children.
• Handle with Care: Supporting Young People During Crises: Learning for Justice offers recommendations and resources to help guide conversations with young people and to manage potential subsequent actions and reactions.
• How to Talk to Kids About Violence in the News: Common Sense Media offers language for talking to and listening to children when they see or hear about violence in the world.

• National Association of School Psychologists: Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers
• National Association of School Psychologists: Talking to Children About Violence Infographic
• National Child Traumatic Stress Network: Parent Guidelines for helping youth after a shooting
• Common Sense Media: How to Talk to Kids About Violence, Crime and War
• Children's Hospital LA & National Center for School Crisis & Bereavement-Talking to children after a shooting
• Child Mind Institute-Helping Kids Cope with Frightening News

• Teen Guide: Resources for Teenagers during a Crisis
• Teen Guide: Resources for Teenagers during a Crisis - Español
• Teen Guide: Resources for Teenagers during a Crisis - Punjabi
• Teen Guide: Resources for Teenagers during a Crisis - Hmong

• Helping Your Child Recover from Trauma - English
• Helping Your Child Recover from Trauma - Español
• Helping Your Child Recover from Trauma - Punjabi
• Helping Your Child Recover from Trauma - Hmong
• Free Online Services & Resources
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• Butte County & BCOE Helpful Resources for Parents & Students
• Butte County & BCOE Helpful Resources for Parents & Students - Español
• Butte County & BCOE Helpful Resources for Parents & Students - Punjabi