Named after the North Star, an historical symbol of freedom, Polaris is leading a survivor-centered, justice- and equity-driven movement to end human trafficking. Since 2007, Polaris has operated the U.S. National Human Trafficking Hotline, connecting victims and survivors to support and services, and helping communities hold traffickers accountable. Through that work, Polaris has built the largest known dataset on human trafficking in North America. The data and expertise gained from two decades of working on trafficking situations in real time informs strategies that hold traffickers accountable, support survivors on their healing journeys and address the vulnerabilities that enable the business of stealing freedom for profit.

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Catherine Chen

Sabrina Thulander

Rafael Enrique Flores Ávalos

Margo Kelly

Alfonso Wright

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Patrick McIntyre

The Human Trafficking Hotline Team at Polaris operates the U.S. National Human Trafficking Hotline, providing critical support and resources to victims and survivors of human trafficking. The team consists of dedicated roles such as advocates, supervisors, and specialists, who manage calls, connect individuals to services, and collaborate with law enforcement to respond to and prevent trafficking activities. Their work not only offers immediate aid but also contributes valuable data that informs broader anti-trafficking strategies.

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