Registration Now Open - Human Trafficking: Foundations for Recognition and Response
We’re excited to announce registration is now open for HEAL's Human Trafficking: Foundations for Recognition and Response, the newest addition to HEAL’s regular learning series. This 90-minute live virtual session introduces HEAL’s core public health framework for understanding, identifying, and responding to human trafficking

Course Overview:
Delivered for years as Human Trafficking 101 at hospitals, universities, and conferences worldwide, this foundational training now brings HEAL’s expertise directly to learners everywhere. More than a basic awareness course, Foundations for Recognition and Response helps participants build a shared understanding of what trafficking is, how it impacts health and well-being, and how professionals across sectors can recognize and respond effectively.
In this course, you’ll learn to:
- Clarify definitions, contexts, and common misconceptions about trafficking
- Explore how health systems intersect with trafficking prevention and response
- Apply foundational approaches such as trauma-informed care and survivor engagement
- Gain an introduction to HEAL’s PEARR Tool and Protocol Toolkit
Course Details:
- When: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 | 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. ET
- Where: Virtual (Zoom)
- Cost: Early Registration (through January 27: $50 | Standard Registration: $65
Whether you’re beginning this work or seeking to align your organization’s approach, Foundations for Recognition and Response provides the knowledge and tools to take effective, survivor-centered action.
Continuing Education
This course offers social work continuing education from the National Association of Social Workers Vermont Chapter (NASW VT). This program has been approved for 1.5 Continuing Education hours for licensure. NASW VT Authorization Number #1216.