Episode 254: Training Programs to Combat Human Trafficking with Mark Brende

Episode • Dec 12, 2024 • 9m

Do you know how to recognize and respond to human trafficking? Here’s what you need to know:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

What is iEmpathize?
How can human trafficking awareness become mainstream knowledge?
How can first responders successfully identify and assist trafficking victims?

Hear from Mark Brende - the Engagement Coordinator and Strategic Partnership Development for iEmphathize.

Mark talks about iEmpathize, a training program designed to combat human trafficking which focuses on promoting empathy among first responders. The program features survivor-led content to educate fire service professionals on how to recognize and respond to human trafficking situations. The training provides valuable insights into the red flags associated with trafficking and equips first responders with the tools needed for collaborative response efforts.

Many first responders who have completed the training have been able to identify and assist trafficking victims, resulting in rescues and family reunions. The program is available online for free and can be accessed individually or facilitated as a group, with the goal of making this essential knowledge mainstream within the fire service.

So take a listen to hear what he has to share!

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