In the United States there is an untapped market in the
education of human trafficking. Although most know what human trafficking is
and that it exists, it is doubtful that people know the extent of this
epidemic. Primarily, woman are victims. However, forty-five percent of the
victims are males. There are organizations that attempt to address the issue,
however, many remain uneducated. It is therefore, HUSH, will be the new face of
educating people of all demographics about the severity of this issue.
Human trafficking
is not represented in the media. The media, whether it be the television or
computer social media, do not address the topic of human trafficking. Although parents
and teachers may be aware of the situation, the people mostly likely to be
victims are not. Teenage girls between the ages of twelve and fourteen are
often introduced into the second largest crime industry worldwide. Adult
figures may be too busy to explain the nature of the problem or oblivious on
how big the issue is. It is therefore, HUSH, the human trafficking education
organization will help educate those in need. HUSH will be implemented in
schools, and begin a national campaign large enough to be of subject on
television, Facebook and Twitter.
Human trafficking
is widespread. Human trafficking is everywhere. HUSH will provide hotspot areas
with more information and resources than other. Hotspots include San Francisco,
California, Portland, Oregon and Miami, Florida. As discussed previously, most
victims are female. However, traffickers do not discriminate. This is a
situation affecting all people of all ethnicities, races, ages, and religion.
Due to trafficking affecting virtually everyone and anyone, the opportunity to
conquer this market is widespread. Consumers for HUSH are everywhere nationally,
and if done correctly, internationally would follow next. Trafficking is also something
that unfortunately will not end; much like drugs, it is a profitable black-market
industry. However, with HUSH, education may diminish current crime rates.
HUSH is a
service based business, however, there will be products in order to promote the
organization. HUSH is informing people about the dangers of human trafficking,
solving a need that perhaps future consumers are not aware of. Shirts, bands,
social media campaigns and donations will all contribute to building revenue
for the company. Due it have a multibillion dollar industry, creating buzz over
human trafficking and creating outrage will not require much effort as opposed
to introducing a product into a market. The outcry will form a lot of support
because it is not an issue to be taken lightly. In order for HUSH to remain
relevant, it will need to remain fresh in consumer minds by newly established
commercials, newly developed social media campaigns and partnerships with
different kinds of companies promoting the organization.
Determination
and passion are the driving forces behind the HUSH organization. Many people
may pursue the market, however, finding a person as outraged and appalled by
human trafficking would be difficult. HUSH will be an ongoing process
throughout years to come; perhaps in future affairs, HUSH will incorporate
solutions to similar problems. To help and educate people of the world they
live in will always be the foundation for HUSH and its founder.
Karen, I love that your venture is a non-profit organization. Human trafficking is something that many people are very knowledgeable about and for some reason isn't a hot topic, when it should be. It would be great if you could expand your venture internationally and reach out to many other countries that sadly have this going on. I really hope you pursue this venture outside of this course as it takes people as passionate as you are to put an end to these horrific problems.
ReplyDeleteKaren, I respect your passion and knowledge about your opportunity. I definitely was not aware of how serious an issue this was in the modern day United States. I think it would certainly be worth while to spread awareness of these atrocities. You might also want to consider selling merchandise to spread your brand and cover some of you expenses.
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