Sex Trafficking: The Crime Next Door
Thursday, August 27, 2026
12:15 - 1:00 pm – Lunch and Networking
1:00 - 3:00 pm – Workshop
Plainfield Township
22525 W. Lockport Street, Plainfield, IL 60544
815-436-8308
Workshop Description
This presentation raises awareness of human trafficking by exploring sex trafficking in Illinois, how traffickers identify and target victims, the significance of tattoo branding and tattoo removal for survivors, social media safety, and local resources available for prevention, reporting, and survivor support.
Workshop Learning Objectives
Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of:
- Sex trafficking in Illinois
- How traffickers target victims
- Tattoo branding coverups and tattoo removal
- Social media safety
- Local resources
Presenter
Chris Baker is a local presenter, tattoo artist, and owner of INK 180. His commanding yet accessible presence and clear articulation of the INK 180 ministry provide a moving presentation. Chris founded the non-profit arm of INK 180 in October of 2011 to offer the opportunity for a real second chance to the least of these, the invisible, the forgotten, the discarded. Chris provides his time, supplies and artwork, entirely free of charge to former gang members trying to get their lives back on track as well as the victims of human trafficking.
Registration Fees
- $30 for AITCOY Members
- $60 for Non-Members
- Includes a networking luncheon beginning at 12:15 pm
2.0 Continuing Education clock hours will be awarded for Illinois Social Workers and Professional Counselors. Registration deadline is August 21, 2026.
This workshop will be offered both in person and virtual. When registering, please indicate your preference. A link will be sent to your email the day prior to the workshop if you select the virtual option.