Standing Together to Combat Human Trafficking: Jackson Hotel Management's Commitment

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Standing Together to Combat Human Trafficking: Jackson Hotel Management's Commitment

January marks Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a time to reflect on the global issue of human trafficking and our collective responsibility to fight against it. Human trafficking is a crime that affects men, women, and children across all ages, backgrounds, and regions. It involves the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harboring, or receipt of individuals through force, fraud, or deception for the purpose of exploitation. At Jackson Hotel Management (JHM), we recognize the critical role we play in this fight, and we take this responsibility very seriously.

Our Commitment to Prevention
Human trafficking prevention is not just a legal or brand compliance task for JHM; it is a core part of our mission to protect our guests, team members, and the communities we serve. As a third-party hotel management company, we are dedicated to fostering safe environments in every hotel we operate. This means equipping our team members with the knowledge and tools they need to identify and report potential incidents.

Ongoing Training and Awareness
To ensure vigilance and preparedness, JHM requires the following at all properties we manage:

• Annual Training: Every team member must complete the brand-provided Human Trafficking Awareness Training during January. This ensures compliance with state laws and brand standards (where applicable) and reinforces our shared commitment to this important cause.
• Onboarding Compliance: All new hires are required to complete this training as part of their onboarding process.
• Certification Management: Certificates of completion must be on file for every team member, guaranteeing that everyone is fully trained and ready to act.

This training is not only about meeting regulatory and brand requirements; it is a tangible way we create safer spaces and empower our team members to be proactive.

Why It Matters
Human trafficking is a pervasive issue that thrives on silence and inaction. By prioritizing rigorous training and awareness, we help disrupt trafficking networks and ensure our hotels remain places of safety and security. As part of our efforts, JHM stands united with the hospitality industry in recognizing and preventing trafficking. We understand the profound impact that awareness and action can have in safeguarding vulnerable individuals.

Partnering for a Safer Future
The fight against human trafficking requires collaboration and dedication. At JHM, we lead with integrity and responsibility, striving to set an example within the hospitality sector. We encourage all hoteliers and businesses to take a stand, raise awareness, and invest in training that protects lives. Let’s work together to make our communities safer and stand against human trafficking—one step, one hotel, and one team at a time.

For anyone in need of help or looking to report trafficking, the National Human Trafficking Hotline is available 24/7. You can call 1-888-373-7888, text “BeFree” (233733), or visit their live chat at humantraffickinghotline.org. Assistance is confidential and provided in over 200 languages.