We look forward to hosting you October 20-21, 2023. Registration will open during the summer.
In case you missed it, here are some highlights of 2021 Human Trafficking Research Conference!
A Collaboration of Point Loma Nazarene University and the County of San Diego
Cutting-edge and collaborative research for the common good
Friday, October 15, 2021
Thank you to our esteemed speakers who came from many perspectives with research from varied social and cultural landscapes. Point Loma Nazarene University is a platform for these experts, is not directly affiliated with the research being presented, and does not endorse the perspectives and opinions of presenters. For those of you who were not able to attend the conference, we made the general sessions public on YouTube for you to enjoy. Find the videos here. All sessions were recorded and available for viewing on the Whova platform until November 15th! For those of you who were not able to attend the conference, we made the general sessions public on YouTube for you to enjoy. Find the videos here.
Our attendees had four thematic pathways to experience:
“Healthcare is possibly our biggest opportunity to identify and interrupt labor and sex trafficking. Studies estimate that 68-88% of survivors seek medical attention.”
~ Amy Sharpe
Co-chair Health Subcommittee
San Diego Human Trafficking & CSEC Advisory Council
“Let’s empower our youth against trafficking by educating them through prevention and awareness programming. The more our youth know, the better protected they will be.”
~ Jessica Kim
Program Director, Educational Pathways
Center for Justice & Reconciliation
“As a prosecutor, I have seen the long-lasting and devastating effects this crime has on its victims. The best solution is to prevent this crime and the damage it causes by educating our students on the reality of being in ‘the life’ and by equipping them with resilience to resist its siren song.”~ Mary-Ellen Barrett
Deputy District Attorney
San Diego Attorney’s Office
Human trafficking touches all industries, all populations, and every community. Research is illuminating trends and innovations that involve all sectors toward collaborative solutions.
“We can’t solve human trafficking unless we all work together. The power of “we” means we can leverage all of our resources to find innovative solutions to such a complex community problem.”
~ Kim Berry JonesDirectorCenter for Justice & Reconciliation



Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The San Diego/Imperial County District is home to 3,000 of these volunteers and are committed to joining the fight against human sex trafficking in the region. Learn more here.

We Are HTI Labs
We envision a world with less violence and exploitation. Too often efforts take place in the dark – without the data and tools necessary to make the biggest possible impact. We turn data into insights, strengthening community efforts to fight violence and exploitation.
Our Focus
In combating trafficking, domestic violence issues and sexual violence, we focus on victims and offenders, and the systems and contexts they act within. While each issue area has distinctive characteristics, individuals may be vulnerable to multiple kinds of violence and exploitation because of similar underlying risk factors. The same agencies often work to combat these problems. This makes it critical to understand these issues holistically rather than taking a siloed approach.
The Institute on Violence, Abuse, and Trauma (IVAT) is a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to ending oppression and violence. Founded in 1984, IVAT has become a far-reaching resource for organizations and individuals following this same mission to stop violence. Through community service, publications, research, and collaborative support, IVAT works to improve the education and services for professionals.
IVAT will be offering Continuing Education credits for all interested attendees of the 2021 HT-RADAR Research Conference.
IVAT is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. IVAT maintains responsibility for this continuing education program and its content. The California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) now accepts APA continuing education credit for license renewal for LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, and LEPs. IVAT is approved by the California Board of Registered Nurses to offer continuing education for nurses (CEP #13737). IVAT is approved by the State Bar of California to offer Minimum Continuing Legal Education for attorneys (#11600). IVAT is approved by the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) to sponsor continuing education for certified alcohol and drug abuse counselors (Provider #IS-03-499-0223).
Learn More about the Institute on Violence, Abuse and Trauma IVAT (ivatcenters.org).