online safety

 

Covered recognizes that trafficking can start with just a simple online conversation.

Below are some yellow and red flags to keep an eye out for in order to protect yourself and others.

 
 

  • Asks a lot of personal questions soon after meeting

  • Gives gifts

  • Asks for favors and does things for you in return

  • Compliments you on your body or asks if you’ve ever been kissed

  • Contacts you frequently

  • You sense something is off or weird about the person

  • Contacts you on different apps

 

  • This person makes you feel uncomfortable

  • Encourages you to use drugs and alcohol

  • Asks you to send naked pictures or sends you naked pictures

  • Asks for your phone number, address, or school

  • Wants to keep the relationship a secret

  • Insists on meeting, makes you feel guilty if you say no

  • Pushes limits and boundaries

  • Says things like “you owe me”

  • Threatens