Bloomberg American Health Initiative
Bloomberg American Health Initiative
Bloomberg Fellows Spotlight: Katherine Chon
Bloomberg Fellows Spotlight: Katherine Chon
Bloomberg Fellows Spotlight: Katherine Chon
Tuesday 11th May 2021
Discover how healthcare workers combat human trafficking with Katherine Chon on 'The American Health Podcast'. Listen for real stories and practical advice.
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Get the buttons here!Healthcare Heroes: Tackling Human Trafficking with Katherine Chon
Health care is a point of access for those experiencing human trafficking. So that indicates to us that health care providers are learning to spot and respond to human trafficking.
Imagine being a healthcare worker and discovering that your patient is a victim of human trafficking. In this episode of 'The American Health Podcast', Shane Bryan sits down with Katherine Chon, the Director of the Office on Trafficking in Persons at the US Department of Health and Human Services. Together, they dive into the crucial role healthcare providers play in identifying and helping victims of human trafficking.
Katherine shares eye-opening insights on how these professionals are often the first line of defense against this hidden crime. She also discusses the essential training programs that equip healthcare workers to recognize and respond to signs of trafficking. The conversation doesn't stop there; it also touches on how COVID-19 has exacerbated forced labor issues within the healthcare supply chain. Katherine highlights the importance of involving survivor leaders in shaping effective public health responses.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone wanting to understand how public health intersects with human trafficking and what steps can be taken to make a difference. Tune in to hear real stories, practical advice, and learn how you can contribute to breaking the chains of human trafficking.