Busting the Myths Sex Trafficking and Sexual Exploitation Fact Sheet

Sexual exploitation and sex trafficking receive a lot of media attention, which may leave you wondering how these issues impact your community. Increased awareness of the problem is always good, but conversations around sexual exploitation and trafficking can sometimes be confusing. The realities of these forms of sexual violence are often misrepresented and misunderstood, including who is affected. This resource provides basic definitions of both sexual exploitation and sex trafficking, and addresses some common myths and misconceptions people may have.