Ethical AI & Technology in the Fight Against Human Trafficking
Explore how ethical AI can modernize trafficking response—improving access, coordination, and outcomes.
Hear from national leaders in technology, policy, and anti-trafficking response in a candid conversation on ethical AI and how states can responsibly leverage technology to strengthen victim identification and coordination—moderated by SHP Policy Director Cynthia Erich.
June 5, 2026 2:00PM - 2:30PM EST
Human trafficking is increasingly technology-enabled, yet the systems designed to identify and respond to victims have not kept pace — resulting in delayed identification, fragmented coordination, and missed opportunities to intervene.
At the same time, policymakers are grappling with how to ensure that emerging technologies, particularly AI, are used responsibly, ethically, and in ways that protect rather than harm vulnerable populations.
A growing number of leaders are advancing solutions that align innovation with accountability — and we invite you to join this timely conversation.
Please join us for a policy webinar exploring the intersection of ethical AI, technology, and human trafficking response, and what it means for state-level policy and implementation.
FEATURED SPEAKERS
Brittany Dunn — COO, Safe House Project
Rick Lane — CEO, IGGY Ventures and Child Online Safety Advocate
Melissa McKay — President, Digital Childhood Institute
Moderated by Cynthia Erich — Director of Policy, Safe House Project
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Why current reporting and response systems are misaligned with how victims actually seek help—and how technology can close that gap
How multi-channel, real-time reporting and coordination can improve victim identification and response
What “ethical AI” means in practice, including safeguards like human oversight, data protection, and transparency
The risks of deploying technology without clear governance, including bias, data exposure, and loss of trust
How emerging policy efforts, including the App Store Accountability Act, reflect a broader shift toward platform accountability—and why policymakers must take a holistic approach to AI and technology legislation
What actionable steps policymakers can take to modernize systems while prioritizing protecting, accountability, and survivor safety
This webinar is designed for policymakers, legislative staff, state attorney general's offices, and state and local leaders working to strengthen anti-trafficking strategies, modernize reporting infrastructure, and ensure technology is deployed in a safe, ethical, and survivor-centered way.