The resolution introduced in the Wisconsin Legislature proclaims January 2025 as Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month. It highlights the serious issue of human trafficking, which involves the recruitment, harboring, or transportation of individuals through force, fraud, or coercion for purposes of sexual or labor exploitation. The resolution emphasizes that at-risk populations, including youth who are homeless or have experienced violence, are disproportionately targeted by traffickers. It cites alarming statistics, such as the average age of trafficking victims entering the sex trade being between 12 and 15 years old, and notes that human trafficking has been reported in all 72 counties of Wisconsin.

The resolution calls for increased awareness and education among citizens to recognize and combat human trafficking, aligning with efforts by nonprofit organizations and law enforcement to provide resources and support for victims. It underscores the importance of collective action to eliminate human trafficking, which is described as modern-day slavery and a violation of fundamental human rights. By designating January 2025 as a month dedicated to awareness and prevention, the resolution aims to mobilize the community in Wisconsin to take a stand against this crime and support the rights and freedoms of all individuals.