Transitioning from a Multidisciplinary to an Interdisciplinary Approach to Human Trafficking Prevention
Carolyn M. Kinkoph, MBA | September 21 | 3:15-4:15 pm
Topic: Conceptual, Experience | Knowledge Level: Beginner
In this session, attendees will learn the importance of networking and building relationships from the perspective of a survivor mother and anti-trafficking coalition advocate. They will also gain insight into advancing advocacy work to include civic engagement, non-government partnerships, and government support for combatting human trafficking at the local, state, and federal levels. Carolyn Kinkoph will explain changes in her life and career trajectory because of the human trafficking victimization of her daughter, Courtney. Carolyn’s journey includes separate roles as a mother, an advocate, and a doctoral candidate that often intersect through experience, connections, and education as the co-founder of the Alliance Against Human Trafficking (AAHT). Her experience, ability to collaborate, and education provide insight into transforming an anti-trafficking coalition from a multidisciplinary to an interdisciplinary approach for human trafficking prevention. It is important to understand the complexities and intersections of human trafficking along with the failure of several systems that drive Carolyn’s determination to command change. She will share how encounters with providers, law enforcement agencies, survivors, and professionals in various disciplines such as healthcare, education, social services, and community leadership further her ability to educate and partner with others. Attendees will learn about the importance of utilizing experience and education to encourage a proactive approach to breaking silos and coordinating efforts within and across systems to not only build a multidisciplinary team but also to utilize an interdisciplinary approach to work together to promote trauma-responsive comprehensive care for victims and survivors of human trafficking, exploitation, and abuse.
Presentation Objectives:
· Discuss the importance of networking and building relationships using an interdisciplinary approach to human trafficking prevention
· Explain what was learned as a result of the personal and professional experiences of the presenter