This story follows a young boy named Sergio who was a victim of labor trafficking and finds himself as part of a federal case; readers follow along as Sergio shares his experiences with a trusted adult, meets with a victim advocate, and receives support from family and a caseworker.
In Sergio’s Story, readers learn some techniques for helping cope with strong feelings relating to labor trafficking experiences. Children and youth who have been victims of labor trafficking can have a template for what to expect as they encounter the criminal justice system and participate in a federal case. Readers also see how Sergio discusses his story with a trusted adult, meets with a victim advocate in the prosecutor’s office, receives help to navigate the criminal legal system, and is supported by family and a caseworker. This resource also provides readers with access to support materials for child victims and witness support, focusing on criminal court and child welfare systems, which are available in a variety of languages.