Serving Kern County, California

kern County's Local Resource Against Human Trafficking

Kern Coalition Against Human Trafficking connects community members, service providers, and survivors with trusted information, local resources, and 24/7 national support.

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Understand the Issue

What is human trafficking?

Force, fraud, or coercion

Human trafficking involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion to control another person for commercial sex or labor and services.

Children under 18

Force, fraud, or coercion is not required when the person involved in commercial sex is a minor under 18.

It happens here

Trafficking affects children, teens, adults, and workers from any background, including right here in Kern County.

Local Reality

Human trafficking happens in Kern County.

Bakersfield and the surrounding communities of Kern County are recognized by local partners as places where human trafficking occurs. Confidential survivor support is available locally through The Open Door Network at the Family Justice Center.

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Recognize

Warning signs to know

01Someone else controls their ID, money, or schedule
02Signs of fear, anxiety, depression, or submissiveness
03Unexplained injuries or signs of physical abuse
04Living with employer or in overcrowded conditions
05Scripted or rehearsed responses
06Not allowed to speak for themselves
07Worked excessive hours with little or no pay
08False promises of a job, marriage, or better life

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How you can help

Whether you're a community member, parent, educator, employer, or service provider, there is a role for you in ending human trafficking in Kern County.

Need help right now?

You are not alone. Help is available 24/7.

Call 1-888-373-7888 Text 233733