04/28/2026
In 2000, the Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) created the “3 P’s” framework: Protection. Prevention. Prosecution.
It was a major breakthrough in combating trafficking.
But early reporting often emphasized women and children - leaving men underrepresented in statistics and services.
Today, the data tells a clearer story:
🔹 The share of detected male victims has risen from 10% in 2003 to 40% in 2020.
🔹 The share of boys identified as victims has increased fivefold in 15 years.
Male survivors are not rare. They are under-identified. It’s time policy, research, and services reflect that reality💙
Help us build services in Ohio that acknowledge and serve male survivors. Donate today to support trauma-informed housing and care: https://www.teleiospath.org/