Human Trafficking Training: A Local Business Takes Action in Malden
Malden, MA kidnapping: A recent human trafficking case in Malden, Massachusetts, sparked awareness and action among local businesses. Specifically, a pest control company, Yankee Pest Control, is highlighting the importance of training for workers who frequently enter private homes, who can play a crucial role in identifying potential victims.
Yankee Pest Control's director of business development, Galvin Murphy, a former Marine and firefighter, emphasizes the significance of this training. He notes that technicians, healthcare workers, and other service providers often have unique access to homes that law enforcement might not, making them vital allies in the fight against human trafficking.
The company recently implemented a 40-minute training course for its approximately 20 employees, focusing on recognizing potential signs of human trafficking. Murphy stresses the need for this training to become an integral part of the community's identity, saying, "You need to make this important for you."
This initiative gained urgency following the arrest of Jordende Pierre, charged with kidnapping and sexually abusing a woman in Malden. The victim was held captive for approximately six weeks in an attic before her rescue.
Key points:
- A free training program developed with input from human trafficking survivors is available through the Safe House Project.
- Workers who regularly enter homes, like pest control technicians and healthcare providers, can be crucial eyes and ears in identifying potential trafficking situations.
- Massachusetts provides resources for sexual assault survivors here.
- The National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline is accessible at 800-656-4673.