One-Year Snapshot of Sex Trafficking in Las Vegas, NV

Dominique Roe-Sepowitz, Kristen Bracy & Sarah Jackson | September 22 | 4:00-5:00 PM | Room Ingman

Research findings will be presented from a one-year snapshot of sex trafficking cases in Las Vegas, Nevada. This study is a unique partnership between Arizona State University and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, and allowed for an inside look at the development of VICE cases and case actions. Trends in the sex trafficking of minors and adults will be discussed, including recruitment methods, transportation of victims, place of origin, elements of force, fraud and coercion, gang involvement, and criminal histories of the traffickers.

Presentation Objectives:

  • Present research findings from a one-year snapshot of sex trafficking cases in Las Vegas, Nevada
  • Explore trends in the sex trafficking of minors and adults

About the Presenters

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Dominique Roe-Sepowitz, MSW, PhD

Dr. Dominique Roe-Sepowitz is an Associate Professor in the Arizona State University School of Social Work and the Director of the Office of Sex Trafficking Intervention Research. She is on a number of local, state, and national expert task forces and councils, and is on the editorial board of three journals.

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Kristen Bracy, MA, MSW

Kristen Bracy is the Associate Director of Research Implementation for the Office of Sex Trafficking Intervention Research at Arizona State University. Kristen has a Master of Arts in Social Justice and Human Rights and a Master of Social Work.

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Sarah Jackson, BSW

Sarah Jackson is a student researcher in the Office of Sex Trafficking Intervention Research at Arizona State University. Sarah is currently working toward a Master of Social Work.

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