Massive shifts in daily life, economic insecurity, and isolation brought on by COVID-19 have paved the way for increased trafficking vulnerability. With more persons working fully or partially from home, opportunities to observe others, encounter people on the street, or witness patterned or suspicious behavior have decreased. Adults and children are more isolated from their support systems and are spending increased time online, providing greater chances for traffickers to reach potential victims through a screen.
(Some information adapted from Polaris)