TOPIC:
Human Trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery and is a crime against humanity. A multi-billion-dollar criminal industry that denies freedom to millions of people around the world.
No matter where you live or work, chances are it is happening nearby. From under-aged girls forced into prostitution at a truck stop… to the man discovered washing dishes in a restaurant kitchen, stripped of his passport, and held against his will… To undocumented workers forced to clean guest rooms at a resort hotel. All trafficking victims share one essential experience: the loss of freedom.
Approximately 40,000 people are forced into slavery in America each year. Many victims are young American Children forced into domestic minor sex trafficking. Pimps and predators are constantly prowling the streets, shopping malls, concerts, schools, and social media looking for unsuspecting victims, who are typically easy to spot. Human Trafficking is the second largest criminal industry in the world after drug trafficking and is the fastest growing.
Victims of human trafficking may suffer from physical and psychological problems because they are often forced or coerced into dangerous conditions. There is a difference between human trafficking and smuggling. Education is the key when it comes to recognizing, identifying, investigating, responding, and assisting with the prosecution of human trafficking cases.
The instructor brings his first-hand experience and knowledge of working with sixty-eight international and national human trafficking victims of all ages over a five-year period. From investigations to rescuing and interviewing victims and assisting with the prosecution of Human Traffickers. He has assisted with the development of training curriculums for law enforcement personnel, victim advocates, social services providers, medical professionals, and the hospitality industry.
CLASS OBJECTIVES
This Four-Hour On-Line Classis designed for Law Enforcement Patrol Officers, Investigators, Victim Advocates, Social Service Providers, Medical Professionals, and Hospitality Workers. The primary focus of this class is to provide a clearer understanding of the facts, origins, methods of operations, indicators, and the trauma that is associated with the trafficking of human beings that create big profits for the traffickers. Human Trafficking includes forced labor, domestic servitude, sex trafficking, and domestic minor sex trafficking.
The class will acquaint students with the importance of a victim-centered approach to the investigation, rescue of victims and the importance of a collaborative effort between law enforcement and social service providers and the criminal justice system to ensure a successful prosecution.
INSTRUCTOR: Tom Gillan is Director of The National Institute for Human Trafficking Research and Training – A program that provides research and training on the subject of Human Trafficking. Mr. Gillan recently completed a 20-year career as Director of the Criminal Justice Office – where he worked directly with 28 victims of human trafficking.
As a certified Law Enforcement Instructor, Tom is an instructor with Training Force USA, the Regional Community Policing Institute, the Criminal Justice Department at Saint Leo University, The Florida Sheriff’s Association, and the Florida Attorney General’s Office. Mr. Gillan has received numerous awards and recognition for his work from The U.S. Department of Justice, The U.S. Attorney’s Office, The FBI National Academy, The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, The Florida Department of Corrections, and most recently, The 2012 Trainer of The Year Award from The Florida Network of Victim Witness Services.
TARGET AUDIENCE: All members of the criminal justice and legal community. This class is designed for Law Enforcement Personnel, School Resource Officers, Victim Advocates, and Law Enforcement Chaplains.
DATES & TIMES:
Tuesday, August19, 2025 – 1:00pm until 5:00pm (EASTERN Time)
COST: $224.00 per person (plus $3 Eventbrite fee + credit card fee if applicable)
LOCATION: THIS IS AN ONLINE CLASS!
• You will be sent a Zoom Link one week prior to the class
• We will send out the class materials electronically (via e-mail)
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
• Check made payable to:
TRAINING FORCE USA,7769 McClure Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32312
• Purchase Order
• Credit Card payment made online
Cancellations and Substitutions:
• Upon submission of this registration, participants are responsible for payment of this course. Please note that if you do not attend, you are still responsible for payment.
• Substitutions may be made at any time by phone, e-mail or online at the registration site.
QUESTIONS: Phone: 850-556-4544 E-mail: co*******@**************sa.com