SHAWANO, WI – The Executive Director of Safe Haven, Mindy Lohff, is drawing attention to labor trafficking, a form of exploitation that often goes unnoticed in communities. Lohff says labor trafficking can involve men, women, and children who are forced to work through threats, intimidation, or violence.
Lohff says the public should be aware of common warning signs that someone may be experiencing labor trafficking. Those signs can include feeling pressured by an employer to remain in a job or situation they want to leave, or being told they owe money to an employer or recruiter while not being properly paid.
She adds that other red flags include being threatened by a boss or having no control over personal documents such as passports or other forms of identification. Lohff says these tactics are often used to isolate victims and maintain control over them.
Lohff emphasizes that labor trafficking can happen in many industries and may not always be obvious to outsiders. She says recognizing the warning signs is an important step in identifying exploitation and helping victims find support.
She encourages anyone who suspects labor trafficking, or who may be experiencing it themselves, to seek help through Safe Haven’s confidential support services. Safe Haven offers assistance and resources designed to help individuals escape exploitation and move toward safety.
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