41,000 California farmworkers are at risk from predatory recruiters. 44,000 Californians have spoken: it’s time to act. @governor.ca.gov— will you listen? Sign #AB1362 to stop trafficking. Learn more → lls.edu/sunitajain/AB-1362 #ProtectWorkers #FarmworkerJustice #CaliforniaLeadership

Nonprofits on the frontlines of anti-trafficking brace for impact as federal funding hangs in the balance. “We’re planning for the worst case scenario,” says Hailey Virusso of Preble Street, a Maine-based org fighting forced labor and exploitation. #HumanTrafficking @preblestreet.bsky.social

Leading anti-trafficking experts are sounding the alarm: The Trump administration is backpedaling on critical efforts to fight human trafficking. Decades of progress are at risk. Experts warn the rollback of protections will leave vulnerable survivors at even greater risk.

🔥 Featured in The Guardian: Experts warn the Trump admin is retreating on efforts to fight human trafficking & child exploitation. Decades of progress are at risk. Nonprofits are speaking out — and we should be too. Read Full Piece: https://bit.ly/4nEf0Sy

This week we stood with the community at the LA County Board of Supervisors: ✅ $29.8M rent relief for families hit by wildfires & ICE raids ✅ Exploring an eviction moratorium 💡 Housing stability prevents exploitation and trafficking. 🙏 Thanks @lacountybos.bsky.social for listening.

Federal rollbacks left temporary workers vulnerable. #AB1362 would protect 40,000+ H-2A workers—banning illegal fees, requiring contracts in workers’ languages, and holding recruiters accountable. The Legislature acted. Now @governor.ca.gov must sign. Learn more: lls.edu/sunitajain/AB-1362

Trump-era policies fuel trafficking by silencing victims through fear. Prof. Stephanie Richard explains why real policy change is urgent. #EndHumanTrafficking #SJI

On October 2, join @ashkalra.bsky.social, survivors, and advocates at the California Capitol as we urge @governor.ca.gov to sign #AB1362. This bill ensures 40,000+ H-2A workers in California are protected from trafficking and abuse. RSVP: tinyurl.com/3xchdffe #ProtectWorkers #ProtectCalifornia

Survivors spoke out last week — we must listen. Their courage to share the truth is powerful and brave. The Sunita Jain Anti-Trafficking Initiative stands in full solidarity with all survivors. #SurvivorsFirst #Justice#EpsteinFiles#TransparencyAct

Tell @governor.ca.gov to protect 41,000 immigrant farmworkers from trafficking and abuse. ⏰ Sign the coalition letter by 9/14: www.lls.edu/sunitajain/AB-1362 #ProtectWorkers #AB1362 #FarmworkerJustice

Grateful to the First Partner’s Office — especially Holly Martinez & Maggie Arsala — for meeting with our team and survivor leaders. A powerful step toward survivor-informed solutions to prevent trafficking in CA. #EndHumanTrafficking #SurvivorVoices #CaliforniaTogether

Big news: #AB1362 passed the Senate floor. Over 40,000 H-2A farmworkers in California are one step closer to protections: 🛑 No illegal fees 📝 Contracts in their own language 📋 Registered, accountable recruiters Learn more and show your support: lls.edu/sunitajain/AB-1362

SJI stands in solidarity!The Supreme Court’s decision allowing racial profiling during immigration raids puts vulnerable communities at greater risk of trafficking. Fear of targeting keeps victims silent, while traffickers exploit the system unchecked. We stand with those affected.

Truly uplifting survivors means creating space for them to share their own stories — in their own voices, on their own terms #LisaPhillips#Survivors#Epstein

Will California take the lead & support immigrant guest workers? By passing #AB1362 the state can take action where Federal protections are being chipped away Read more: capitalandmain.com/california-b... #StopTrafficking #WorkerJustice #CALeads @gavinnewsom.bsky.social @ashkalra.bsky.social

Trump’s roll back strips farmworkers of basic protections. Proud to stand with agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov in opposing this attack. CA can step up with #AB1362 —holding recruiters accountable & protecting workers before abuse begins. Learn more: www.lls.edu/sunitajain/AB-1362

The Sunita Jain Anti-Trafficking Initiative thanks AG Rob Bonta for supporting AB 1362 (Kalra), a key bill protecting workers from forced labor, especially temporary workers vulnerable to exploitation. Together, we can fight for safer, fairer workplaces. #EndHumanTrafficking #AB1362

Sadly, AB 381 didn’t pass this year, but we are incredibly grateful to Assemblymember Stefani for her leadership and unwavering commitment to fighting for trafficked workers in global supply chains. We’ll be back next year, stronger and more determined than ever.

@theyoungcenter.bsky.social Well said, we support this 100%.

California's procurement laws are outdated and toothless against forced labor. AB 381 would fix that—bringing state law in line with federal standards. U.S. Ambassadors + Fresno leaders are urging action. Support the bill. #EndForcedLabor #AB381 Read: www.fresnobee.com/opinion/read...

Supporting AB 1362 in CA means more protections for temporary workers. Thank you for your endless support and partnership @freedomunitedhq.bsky.social #EndHumanTrafficking#ForcedLabor

Workers are being charged up to $10K before they even set foot in CA. Joe Martinez of @ciertoglobal exposes labor recruiter abuse—and urges lawmakers to pass #AB1362. It’s time to protect the people who power our state. Read More: www.sacbee.com/opinion/op-e...

@cd13.lacity.gov Thank you for leadership and support!

California spent $18.98B in one year — that's major purchasing power. AB 381 would align state buying with federal anti-trafficking standards. No extra cost. Big impact. Let's lead with ethical, responsible procurement. Pass AB 381. #EndHumanTrafficking #CALeg

Amid persistent ICE raids, housing instability & uncertainty for many families, LA City Council also acted to address trafficking risks after disasters. Grateful to CMs Soto-Martínez, Park & all members for their leadership. 👉Full release & our work: www.lls.edu/sunitajain/trafficking-in-disasters

“Federal government’s aggressive actions—like detaining or deporting parents—leave children vulnerable to trafficking, kidnapping, and exploitation. Family separation and poverty are putting kids at serious risk.”-Sunita Jain Anti-Trafficking Initiative featured in @snopes.com

The Sunita Jain Anti-Trafficking Initiative is featured in Snopes on how family separation leaves children vulnerable to trafficking. These policies endanger kids. California must protect immigrant families and fight for their safety. Read more: bit.ly/3V9toFT #AntiTrafficking #ProtectChildren

🌍 International Youth Day | August 12 Today, we celebrate the strength and promise of youth—but also confront the reality that millions are at risk of human trafficking. Let’s turn awareness into action and work toward a world where every young person is safe, empowered, and free. #EndTrafficking

Join the fight against human trafficking. Stay informed, inspired, and engaged—search Sunita Jain Anti-Trafficking Initiative - Loyola Law School on LinkedIn and follow us for updates, stories, and ways to take action. #EndTrafficking#CANews#caleg

@eltragon.bsky.social , We would like to further discuss how rebuilding efforts after the LA fires may place workers in vulnerable situations, potentially exposing them to labor exploitation. Let us know how we can best collaborate. @eltragon.bsky.social

Joe Martinez, Exec. Director of CIERTOGlobal, champions AB 1362 to protect temp workers in CA. His ethical H-2A model sets a standard for fair labor. Now’s the time to act for justice. #AB1362 #CALeg #HumanTrafficking #ForcedLabor #CANews

The motion to prevent human trafficking after disasters is moving along in LA. Thanks to Thai CDC & Bet Tzedek Legal Services for joining us at Friday’s Civil Rights Committee meeting to give public comment. Want to learn more about our work? Reach out: [email protected] #StopHumanTrafficking

On July 30th, World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, we honor the resilience of survivors. #EndHumanTrafficking#RestorativeJustice#SurvivorJustice#CANews

On World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, we honor survivors' resilience and strength. Restorative justice offers a path to healing, accountability, and community rebuilding. It's time to build systems that listen, support, and restore. #EndTrafficking #SurvivorCenteredJustice

¿Sabías que los desastres naturales pueden aumentar el riesgo de trata de personas? Cuando todo se pierde, los tratantes se aprovechan. Esta serie explica: 🔹 Cómo ocurre 🔹 Casos reales 🔹 Señales de alerta 🔹 Qué puedes hacer 👉 www.lls.edu/sunitajain/trafficking-in-disasters #TrataDePersonas

In case you missed it: The Fresno Bee featured an op-ed by former U.S. Ambassadors, federal prosecutors, and top anti-trafficking diplomats Luis C. deBaca and John Richmond urging support for AB 381 to protect workers and ethical businesses from forced labor. Read: www.fresnobee.com/opinion/read...

Many people never imagine that human trafficking and natural disasters are connected — but they are. Traffickers exploit the chaos and gaps in disaster response. Recognizing the risks helps us protect people before harm begins. #StopTrafficking #HumanTraffickingAwareness #DisasterResponse

While human trafficking and forced labor are technically illegal, California’s existing procurement laws are outdated and toothless. Read more at: www.fresnobee.com/opinion/read... Thank you @fresnobee.com for highlighting this story! #LaborTrafficking #HumanTrafficking #CaliforniaNews #Fresno

As featured in the Fresno Bee, we urge leaders to support AB 381 (Stefani) — a chance to eliminate forced labor in supply chains. Fresno’s agriculture sector can lead in ethical procurement, ensuring businesses doing the right thing aren’t undercut by exploitation. Read Full Op-Ed: bit.ly/44WxqGd

Stay connected and be the first to know about our latest work—follow us on LinkedIn and join our growing network of professionals. #HumanTrafficking#LaborTrafficking#SexTrafficking#CALeg#LoyolaLawSchool#LosAngeles

🎥 Watch our recorded training with Stephanie Richard (SJI Director) & Mercy Gray (lived-experience expert) on Restorative Justice as a survivor-centered alternative to prosecution in trafficking cases. #RestorativeJustice #HumanTrafficking 📺 youtube.com/@SJIAnti-TraffickingInitiative

Forced labor taints our supply chains—from clothes to state contracts. CA just cleared a key hurdle in the Senate, but the fight isn't over. As the 5th largest economy, CA must lead. It's time to end exploitation. #EndForcedLabor #CALeads #HumanRights #Trafficking#CaliforniaNews

@jacobsoboroff We’re digging into the realities of labor trafficking and how it’s unfolding across California. Your reporting on immigration and injustice has always cut through the noise — hoping this reaches you. We’d love to connect and share more.

@jacobsoboroff.bsky.social We’re digging into the realities of labor trafficking and how it’s unfolding across California. Your reporting on immigration and injustice has always cut through the noise — hoping this reaches you. We’d love to connect and share more.

It’s been 6 months since the LA fires, but recovery isn’t over. We want to prevent trafficking before it starts. Tell us what you're seeing on the ground. Take our survey. linktr.ee/sunitajainin...

When disasters hit, traffickers take advantage. Councilmembers Soto-Martínez and Traci Park introduced a motion to protect those most at risk. This motion puts safety and dignity at the center of disaster response. Read press release to learn how LA is taking action. #StopHumanTrafficking

Victory for Accountability! 🎉 Big thanks to the Senate Labor Committee for passing AB 381 (Stefani) — a critical step in preventing human trafficking in California’s procurement processes. Survivors and advocates, we honor you. Onward toward justice! 💪 #AB381 #EndHumanTrafficking #CAleg

AB 1362 passed Senate Judiciary! This bill protects 350K+ temp workers in CA from trafficking & recruitment abuse. Thank you @ashkalra.bsky.social & @senatorumberg.bsky.social for your leadership. #AB1362 #StopLaborTrafficking #ProtectAllWorkers #CAleg

We appreciate CM Traci Park for supporting vulnerable communities and seconding the motion to prevent human trafficking during disaster recovery. Leadership like this helps ensure Los Angeles rebuilds with safety, fairness, and dignity for all. #StopHumanTrafficking #LARecovery