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Local organizations come together to fight child trafficking

By Emily BurrisTravis Teich,

25 days ago

PORTLAND, Ore. ( KOIN ) — Child trafficking is a worldwide epidemic and studies have shown that a high rate of survivors have been trafficked using public transportation.

Local organizations, including TriMet, are working together to protect children from trafficking and sexual exploitation, through education, legislative advocacy and community engagement.

AM Extra was joined by Lori Cohen, CEO of Protect All Children From Trafficking, to talk about their efforts in the Rose City.

Watch the full video in the player above.

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Erica Lind

24d ago

Thank you for getting the word out! people don't realize it's literally happening in front of them everyday!!!

The Last Victory

24d ago

Portland...just focus on the drug trafficking first

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