This session discusses the issue of human trafficking in Indiana, including understanding the role of healthcare professionals in addressing human trafficking, learning how to identify and interact with patients who may be victims, understanding reporting protocol and how to connect survivors with resources, and discussing statewide and regional collaborative efforts. Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information: Contact hours available until 10/3/23. Requirements for Successful Completion: Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation. Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Planning Committee Disclosures: There are no disclosures to declare.

SPEAKERS CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE: There are no disclosures to declare.

COMMERCIAL SUPPORT AND SPONSORSHIP: No commercial support or corporate sponsorship was received.

ACCREDITATION STATEMENT: This session is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN). Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Centers Commission on Accreditation. Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nurses, Provider Number CEP 5387.

LEARNING OUTCOME: After completing this learning activity, the participant will have increased ability to recognize cases of possible human trafficking, information on assessing situations, and how to report.