Human trafficking summit set for May in Bismarck

Tickets are now on sale for the 6th Annual 31:8 Project Human Trafficking Summit, scheduled for May 19–20, at St. Mary’s Central High School in Bismarck. The event will feature keynote speakers, breakout sessions and panel discussions addressing sex and labor trafficking, sexual exploitation, survivor-centered care, investigative practices and prevention strategies.

Speakers include law enforcement officers, health care professionals, human service providers and survivors. Continuing education credits and hours will be available for professionals. Snacks will be provided.

The summit is open to the public, with an age requirement of 18 due to the sensitive subject matter. Organizers said the event is intended for medical professionals, educators, law enforcement, faith leaders, business staff, government officials and community members. The summit was previously known as the Bakken Human Trafficking Summit.