Human Trafficking of Children
The federal Department of Homeland Security and Department of Education report trafficking victims can be adults and youth of all genders, U.S. citizens, or foreign nationals. Human trafficking can involve school-age youths, particularly those made vulnerable by unstable family situations, or who have little or no social support. The children at risk are not just high school students – studies show that the average age a child is trafficked into the commercial sex trade is between 11 and 14 years old.
The San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) supports school district offices, parents, and community-based agencies in issues related to human trafficking of children by providing training, staff development, technical assistance, and consultation.
Community-Based Student Referrals for Services
- Human Trafficking Service Providers
- Dating and Sexual Violence Service Providers
- Health and Mental Health Care Providers
- Runaway and Homeless Youth Programs
- Substance Use Prevention Programs
- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Questioning, and Two-Spirit (LGBTQ2S+) Programs and Safe Spaces
- Youth Workforce Development Programs
- Youth Organizations
- Mentor and Peer Support Programs
Human Trafficking Service Providers
Dating and Sexual Violence Service Providers
Health and Mental Health Care Providers
Runaway and Homeless Youth Programs
Substance Use Prevention Programs
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Questioning, and Two-Spirit (LGBTQ2S+) Programs and Safe Spaces
Youth Workforce Development Programs
Youth Organizations
Mentor and Peer Support Programs
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main contacts
Mara Madrigal-Weiss
Executive Director,
Student Wellness and School Culture
858-298-2068
Charisma De Los Reyes
Project Specialist,
Student Wellness and School Culture
858-298-2098
Olga Hernandez
Program Clerk,
Student Wellness and School Culture
858-298-2146
Violeta Mora
Project Specialist,
Student Wellness and School Culture
858-298-2099
Amanda Holt
Administrative Assistant III,
Student Wellness and School Culture
858-298-2075