NATE KING
Salina Post
Human trafficking is defined as the criminal activity of holding another person for the purposes of exploitation through forced labor and sex trafficking. Many experts view human trafficking as the second greatest criminal enterprise in the world, second only to the illegal sale of drugs. Even here in Kansas, men, women, and children are forced to work for long hours under deplorable conditions for little or no pay without the freedom to leave.
The Saline County based "The Granny Brigade" is set to host an informational meeting on June 20 at 7 p.m. to start a locally lead discussion about the issue of human trafficking.
The event will be lead by Sue Alexander, Solomon, and will be held at the Carver Center, 315 North 2nd Street, in Salina.
Rosemary Mai, a member of the "Granny Brigade" told Salina Post that after she and others in her group attended an informational meeting in Abilene, they knew something similar was needed for the Salina community.
Law enforcement professionals, including Sheriff Roger Soldan, Police Chief CJ Wise and a lieutenant from the Salina Police Department, will also contribute to the discussion.
Event organizers noted the event is open to the public and citizens are encouraged to come together and be part of a grassroots effort to combat human trafficking in Kansas and the Salina area.