Housing for Labor Trafficking Survivors
ACCESS CODE: August
Secure, stable housing is one of the most urgent—and often overlooked—needs for survivors of labor trafficking. Without it, long-term recovery remains out of reach.
Join us for a powerful and informative session led by Anthony Paco, a survivor of labor trafficking turned Program Coordinator for AAU’s Human Trafficking Support Services. Anthony brings both lived experience and professional expertise to the forefront, offering deep insight into the real-world challenges survivors face—and the innovative housing models that can make a lasting difference.
This session is ideal for service providers, housing organizations, anti-trafficking professionals, social workers, and advocates committed to supporting labor trafficking survivors with trauma-informed, sustainable housing solutions.
What You’ll Learn:
✔️ The critical role short-term housing plays in long-term recovery
✔️ Common barriers labor trafficking survivors face when securing stable housing
✔️ Creative, trauma-informed emergency shelter models
✔️ Best practices for developing survivor-centered housing programs beyond crisis care
Why Attend?
You'll walk away with actionable strategies, program ideas, and survivor-informed insights to help improve housing support for labor trafficking survivors in your community or organization.
NACP-Approved: 1 Hour CE Credit
This webinar has been approved by the National Advocate Credentialing Program (NACP) for 1 CE hour (valid through 8/13/2027). Live attendance required for credit
About the Facilitator
Anthony Paco Bernaola is a survivor of labor trafficking and a dedicated advocate for victims. After immigrating to the U.S. from Peru, his pursuit of education and work experience led to a harrowing experience of forced labor. Currently, as the Program Coordinator for Human Trafficking Support Services at the Asian Association of Utah, Anthony oversees case managers, contributes to grant writing, and provides trauma-informed support to survivors. Additionally, Anthony consults with other agencies, offering his insights as a survivor to enhance their services.
In 2024, Anthony was selected for the inaugural Harriet Tubman Fellowship, where he engaged with federal agencies on labor trafficking issues. Currently pursuing an MBA at Southern New Hampshire University, Anthony’s ultimate goal is to create a dedicated program providing housing and comprehensive services for male trafficking survivors.
