Community Report
Read it nowThe State of Human Trafficking in Cuyahoga County examines what the community knows, what remains unseen, and what our community still needs to do to build a more coordinated response. It synthesizes public datasets, published research, program records, and information provided by members of Cuyahoga County’s Anti-Human Trafficking Coalition. It also includes early insights from the Collaborative’s research partnership with Cleveland State University and reflects nearly two decades of work alongside local partners.
The Collaborative to End Human Trafficking brings people, businesses, organizations, and larger systems together. We align partners across different sectors like education, healthcare, housing, public safety, and community services.
By addressing human trafficking from every angle, we aim to build shared understanding and support ethical, survivor-informed action.
We are proud to serve as the backbone organization for Cuyahoga County’s anti-human trafficking efforts. We do not replace the invaluable work of our partners; instead, we help them to collaborate more effectively and act earlier.
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Here are some of the highlights we’re most proud of:
Our survivor leadership team informs our decision-making, planning, and practice across sectors.
This approach strengthens prevention by improving how systems function—without relying on personal stories.
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September 25, 2026
The community still doesn’t truly know how many people are affected by human trafficking, where they are or how they are being exploited.
September 24, 2026
On Thursday, Sept. 24. nationally recognized anti-trafficking expert Alia Azariah will be the keynote speaker at the State of Human Trafficking luncheon.
September 21, 2026
The Collaborative to End Human Trafficking will release the first community report to bring together available information about human trafficking in Cuyahoga County during a sold-out luncheon on September 24.
A community united to prevent exploitation before it starts.
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