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Story County proclaims January 2026 Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month; coalition warns of spike in online exploitation
Summary
The Story County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a proclamation declaring January 2026 Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. George Balitzos of the Network Against Human Trafficking warned the board of a sharp rise in online child exploitation and urged community vigilance.
The Story County Board of Supervisors on Dec. 16 adopted a proclamation declaring January 2026 Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month and urged residents to report suspected trafficking to the National Human Trafficking Hotline at (888) 373-7888.
George Balitzos, representing the Network Against Human Trafficking, thanked the board for the proclamation and told…
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