Work Group 5: Apprehending, Investigating, and Prosecuting
Co-chaired by the Attorney General’s Office (Kaitlin Salinas) and the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (Elina Acosta)
Work Group 5 is focused on combating the limited availability of resources and education on how to properly investigate and prosecute human trafficking cases in Georgia. The projects developed in WG5 highlight the benefits of a multi-disciplinary, trauma-informed and victim-centered approach to any project development.
- Past or current projects:
- Human Trafficking Response Guide: This guide will provide professionals in the field (law enforcement, first responders, prosecutors, medical professionals, and victim service providers) the knowledge and guidance on how to respond to human trafficking cases appropriately and effectively in our state.
- Suggested disciplines to apply for WG 5:
- Law Enforcement: local, state, and federal agencies
- Legal: prosecutors, judges, and other related legal personnel
- Victim service/ advocates
- Other professionals working closely with law enforcement with a passion to improve best practice and guidance in these professions