Human trafficking may not be the most comfortable subject to talk about, but it’s an important topic to understand. And it can and does happen to students who ride the school bus. Meaning bus drivers who know their riders well may be one of the best people to spot changes and warning signs thatsomeone vulnerable might be in danger.
In this episode of The Route, SBF Executive Editor Amanda chats with two industry individuals highly involved in human trafficking efforts to share what you need to know. Hear from:
· Greg Jackson, director of client success and industry engagement, School Bus Logistics, and a former Colorado district transportation director
· Lexi Higgins, director of industry engagement, TAT (Truckers Against Trafficking
Key topics discussed:
· Stats about human trafficking and the school bus.
· Learn about TAT and its student transportation program.
· Red flags to watch out for.
· How to report a concern and build a policy.
· One real-life story of how a school bus driver’s intuition helped bust a Colorado ring.
· The one key takeaway to know to inspire you to know the warning signs and get involved in helping spot human trafficking.
This episode is sponsored by IC Bus.
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