The Topic for the 2017-2018 Film Contest:
Teen Trafficking

Teen trafficking is often thought of as a problem affecting people trying to come to the United States.  Sadly, it is a problem that is statistically set to surpass drug trafficking in the near future.  Each year, thousands of teens are lured into trafficking through a host of channels.  Predators, who are experts in reading and appealing to teens, prey on them in malls, restaurants, movie theaters, schools, the Internet, etc.  And they approach teens with promises of modeling or lucrative jobs or as potential romantic partners.  Flattered by the attention and gifts, they become vulnerable to exploitation, kidnapping, and worse.

Filmmakers will be asked to explore the topic of teen trafficking — the different ways a teen can be tricked or lured into trafficking, the warning signs that someone is being trafficked, and what the potential solutions are — especially in terms of how friends can help.

Winning films and PSAs will be used as part of the ongoing education programs for Family Violence and Prevention Services as well as the National Council of Jewish Women who is currently involved in trafficking prevention at the local, regional, and national level.
Important Dates

January 26, 2018, 4:00 PM — submission deadline
February 28, 2018, 7:00 PM — Awards Night at Santikos Silverado Theater
Resources

Many resources exist on teen trafficking. Below are just a few and many are available through Internet search.

https://www.justice.gov/humantrafficking
http://www.naag.org/publications/nagtri-newsletters/human-trafficking-newsletter/human-trafficking-newsletter-august-2017.php
http://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/01/25/study-texas-has-about-313k-human-trafficking-victims.html
http://www.ncjwsa.org/trafficked-teens/

Additionally, members of NCJW would be happy to hold a brief discussion session with any of the schools to further explore this important topic.

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