New BEST Basics Training Brings Human Trafficking Awareness to the Workplace

When it comes to combating human trafficking, awareness and education are key. And now, with the introduction of the new BEST Basics training, employees in any industry can become informed and empowered to be able to recognize and respond to the signs of human trafficking within their workplace environment.

Human trafficking is the fastest growing crime in the United States, yet despite its prevalence, many employers have yet to address human trafficking awareness in their workplace training programs. This poses a significant risk, not just for the safety of customers, guests, and employees—but also to the reputation and legal standing of businesses themselves, if human trafficking activity is happening within their place of business.  

Businesses Ending Slavery and Trafficking (BEST) recognized the need for a video-based training to help prevent human trafficking in public facing workplaces. That is why in September BEST is launching our newest BEST Basics course. It’s a 30-minute, online training, that is designed to be engaging, informative, and easy to implement within any organization. Our BEST Basics training addresses both sex trafficking and labor trafficking, including how to identify potential victims, how to report suspicious activity, and how to support survivors.  

BEST Basics informs employees about a difficult and complex issue in a memorable way that is relevant for managers and staff in any public-facing business. After taking BEST Basics training, employees will be equipped to recognize, respond to, and safely report human trafficking situations they may witness in their workplace.  

It is important that employers understand the detrimental impact that human trafficking can have on individuals and communities, as well as the role they can play in fighting this crime. By training their staff, employers can make a significant difference in the fight against human trafficking. When business leaders incorporate BEST Basics into their onboarding process or staff development programs, it can create a more informed and vigilant workforce that is committed to preventing human trafficking. This can help more survivors get connected with the services they need to rebuild their lives.  

Prevention starts with training. By training employees in human trafficking awareness, employers can foster a workplace culture that takes a stand against the exploitation of vulnerable people. To learn how to access this staff training resource, contact Brianna Cho, at brianna@bestalliance.org.  

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