Presenter Bio
Kristen is the CEO and Founder of Prevention Now, a nonprofit organization that leverages data and technology to uncover why human trafficking occurs and who is most at-risk, then drives resolutions with partners to stop trafficking before it starts. Kristen has rich experience, ranging from investigative analytical work at the FBI, to strategic portfolio management at the anti-human trafficking non-profit International Justice Mission. After building a career reacting to crime, she’s passionate about pursuing innovative, data-driven solutions to stop human trafficking before it starts.
Start Date
10-6-2025 9:00 AM
End Date
10-6-2025 9:30 AM
Field of Study
Non-Profit
Abstract
This presentation will investigate how to use data and technology to prevent human trafficking in communities, before it starts. It will explore the opportunity to utilize a novel machine learning approach to identify local risk factors to guide collaborative, data-oriented prevention programs. Surprising findings from a case study will be shared that challenge existing assumptions on the key drivers of human trafficking.
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Can Machine Learning Prevent Human Trafficking? Using Data and Technology to Tailor Policies and Programs Toward Vulnerable Populations in Your Community
This presentation will investigate how to use data and technology to prevent human trafficking in communities, before it starts. It will explore the opportunity to utilize a novel machine learning approach to identify local risk factors to guide collaborative, data-oriented prevention programs. Surprising findings from a case study will be shared that challenge existing assumptions on the key drivers of human trafficking.
