The president and CEO of Aspire Health Partners and the founder and president of United Abolitionists Inc. describe how their organizations are making a difference in the fight against human trafficking in Florida.
Lares has over 31 years of human services experience at the local, state, and national level, managing and starting non-profit and public advocacy initiatives.
Human trafficking is a reality in every state in the US, and Florida is no exception. Hospitality operator training and awareness are critical to ending this crime.
Representatives from the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA) announced the launch of an online training course on human trafficking specifically designed to help hoteliers, restaurateurs and their staff. Created in conjunction with subject matter experts, the FRLA course objectives include teaching participants to recognize the signs of human trafficking, understand best practices to protect victims and promote anti-trafficking awareness. The course is free for all who take it.
“FRLA believes we have a moral obligation to do all we can to prevent this atrocious crime, and offering this course at no charge is one way we can help fight human trafficking,” said Carol Dover, CEO and President of the association. “We are committed to educating our members and others within the hospitality industry about the