Module #2: Vulnerabilities

Module Overview: Understanding Vulnerabilities and Their Role in Trafficking

In this module, you will learn how vulnerabilities can increase a person’s risk of being targeted by traffickers and abusers. Here’s what you’ll gain from this lesson:

• What Vulnerabilities Are: Develop a clear understanding of what constitutes a vulnerability and why they matter.
• High-Risk Vulnerabilities: Identify the vulnerabilities that place individuals at the greatest risk of exploitation.
• Lower-Risk Vulnerabilities: Learn about vulnerabilities that may seem minor but can still contribute to someone being targeted.
• How to Identify Vulnerabilities: Discover practical methods for recognizing the vulnerabilities in yourself or others.
• How Vulnerabilities Are Exploited: Understand how traffickers and abusers use vulnerabilities to manipulate and control their victims.

By the end of this module, you’ll be better equipped to recognize and address vulnerabilities, making it harder for traffickers and abusers to take advantage of those at risk.
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