Human Trafficking Ring Allegedly Forces 50 Children Into Prostitution

This whistleblowing case involves a human trafficking ring uncovered in the northwestern United States. It was alleged that the ring enslaved and forced more than 50 young girls and boys between the ages of 12 – 16 into prostitution over the course of 11 years. An expert in human trafficking practices was sought to investigate and opine on the case.

Question(s) For Expert Witness

1. Please describe your background in human trafficking and why you are qualified to opine on this matter.

Expert Witness Response E-008532

I have 10+ years of experience in human trafficking, asylum, and migration laws both nationally and internationally. I am currently an independent expert at a private asylum organization as well as an adjunct faculty member at a top university on the west coast. My focus is human trafficking. I hold a bachelor's degree in political science, a master's degree in human rights, and a Ph.D. in jurisprudence and social policy from a top university. I am certified in international conflict resolution, and I've published 10 articles on the topics of human trafficking, exploitation, and migration.