ANTI-TRAFFICKING POLICY STATEMENT AND RESOURCES

Girls Out West is wholly committed to raising awareness of human trafficking. We are a private, online business that chooses to be conscientious of this problem. We pledge to implement internal anti-trafficking initiatives and engage in advocacy efforts to battle global human trafficking concerns. In the event we become aware of any incident of trafficking, we take swift internal action and cooperate enthusiastically with local and international law enforcement officials assigned to combating this vile abuse of human rights. To report suspected trafficking, email us at annie[at]girlsoutwest[dot]com.

Signs and Statistics

To learn about the potential warning signs of human trafficking, visit Polaris Project.

For the most accurate and updated human trafficking statistics, visit:

• Trafficking In Persons Report
• Trafficking In Persons Report: Australia
• Individual U.S. State Trafficking Statistics
• Human Trafficking Hotline Statistics

Report Trafficking and Child Pornography

In case of emergency in Australia, immediately call 000. Otherwise, reports may be made with the Australian Federal Police.

In case of emergency in the United States, immediately call 911. Otherwise, reports may be made with the following agencies:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation
• FBI Local Offices
• Department of Justice
• Immigration and Customs Enforcement
• National Human Trafficking Hotline

Please report cases of suspected child sexual abuse material in the United States to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

Anti-Trafficking Resources

Please visit the following Australian governmental agencies for more information:

• National Action Plan to Combat Modern Slavery
• Parliament’s Update on Australia’s Response to People Trafficking
• Australian Institute of Criminology’s Statistical Bulletin 16 on Human Trafficking

Please consult the following U.S. governmental resources for more information:

• Blue Campaign
• Office on Trafficking In Persons
• Office of Refugee Resettlement

Please visit the following non-governmental U.S.-based organizations for more information:

• UNICEF
• Not for Sale
• COAST
• The Freedom Network
• Operation Underground Railroad
• Children of the Night

DISCLAIMER:

We provide the above information and links to third party websites as an educational resource for our users, members, and potential victims of human trafficking. We do not confirm the accuracy of the disclosed data or endorse the legitimacy of any program or third-party entity listed. We furthermore disclaim any and all liability arising from reliance of any such resources or information. Nothing on this page is intended to be medical, legal, or professional advice. In the event of a true emergency, please call local law enforcement immediately.