Tag: ECPAT

Human trafficking is a seldom-spoken-of byproduct of large gatherings of people — including at meetings and events. Here’s how you can help stop it.

Though meeting planners might not understand what human trafficking has to do with them, there is a clear connection between business travel and meetings and trafficking—and the industry is taking steps to make a difference.

Learn the signs that could indicate an individual is being trafficked, and what to do if you see an incidence of human trafficking.

Miami Lakes, FL (April 19, 2018) – Prevue, the leading media brand in providing destination experiences in print, digital content, and Visionary Summit Series...

According to ECPAT-USA Executive Director Carol Smolenski, the next initiative from her organization will be to create a training program for people who work in travel management companies.

Several hotel companies, including Carlson-Rezidor, Accor, Wyndham and Hilton Worldwide, are leading the fight against trafficking by signing "The Code."

"A team made up of people of different ages can have combined benefits. For example, the younger generation may have a better command of new technologies and the older generation could have a better understanding of a well-anchored corporate culture.”