OPERATION PUERTO RICO
Puerto Rico, while renowned as a tourist destination, has faced significant political conflict and controversy as a U.S. territory over the past 50 years. Recently, the island has seen an influx of wealthy individuals attracted by tax benefits and its financial ties to the mainland, allowing some to participate in financial grey areas. With this increase in wealth the opportunity for sexual exploitation and criminal activity to grows.
OPERATION PUERTO RICO
Puerto Rico, while renowned as a tourist destination, has faced significant political conflict and controversy as a U.S. territory over the past 50 years. Recently, the island has seen an influx of wealthy individuals attracted by tax benefits and its financial ties to the mainland, allowing some to participate in financial grey areas. With this increase in wealth the opportunity for sexual exploitation and criminal activity to grows.
Operation Puerto Rico, a strategic response to the alarming surge in human sex trafficking on the island, has been launched at the request of local organizations. Despite underreporting, our in-depth research confirms the disturbing trend of exploitation, particularly among women and children. To combat this crisis, Operation For Freedom has forged a dynamic partnership to address sex trafficking in Puerto Rico.
The Objectives:
-Identify the Issue:
Research how trafficking is affecting the island.
-Collaborate with Local Organizations:
Partner with local organizations already engaged in anti-human trafficking efforts.
-Strengthen Ongoing Efforts:
Partner with existing initiatives, providing provisional needs and on-site support to bolster the fight against human sex trafficking in Puerto Rico.
