Louisiana Takes a Stand: Human Trafficking Prevention Month 💙

Jeff Landry signed a proclamation earlier this month officially designating January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month in Louisiana, aligning the state with the national observance focused on raising awareness and strengthening efforts to combat human trafficking.

The proclamation highlighted Louisiana’s commitment to protecting vulnerable individuals, supporting survivors, and preventing human trafficking in all its forms through education, outreach, and coordinated response efforts.

As part of the observance, Louisiana participated in National Wear Blue Day, also known as Human Trafficking Awareness Day, on Sunday, January 11, with residents encouraged to wear blue to show solidarity and raise awareness.

The Governor’s Office staff wore blue on Monday, January 12, and both the Louisiana State Capitol and the Governor’s Mansion were illuminated in blue as a visual symbol of the state’s dedication to ending human trafficking.

State officials noted that human trafficking affects thousands of individuals across the United States each year and often goes unnoticed.

Louisiana continues to focus on prevention strategies that include public education, community outreach, and survivor-centered support services.

Additional information about human trafficking, available resources, and ways to get involved is available at humantrafficking.la.gov.