Social Media and Human Trafficking

Exposing Sextortion: What It Is, Red Flags, and How to Protect Yourself and Others

Shakeeta Torres, Founder, Speaker, LCSW, Author April 14th, 2025 7 minute read

Social Media and Human Trafficking

Exposing Sextortion: What It Is, Red Flags, and How to Protect Yourself and OthersIn an increasingly digital world, a new form of online exploitation is targeting both youth and adults at alarming rates. It's called sextortion—a growing crime that combines sexual exploitation and...

Behind the Algorithm: How Social Media Fuels Human Trafficking

Shakeeta Torres, Founder, Speaker, LCSW, Author April 7th, 2025 7 minute read

Social Media and Human Trafficking

Behind the Algorithm: How Social Media Fuels Human TraffickingIn a hyper-connected world, social media platforms have become a breeding ground not just for connection and creativity, but also for criminal activity—including human trafficking. Traffickers are increasingly turning to platforms like...