Sunita Jain Anti-Trafficking Initiative

California just made history.
@governor.ca.gov signed #AB1362, the first law in the U.S. to regulate foreign labor recruiters—protecting 40K+ workers from exploitation and trafficking.

A big step forward, but awareness is key and more work remains to expand protections to all.

#WorkersRights

Last night @governor.ca.gov signed AB 1362, closing a decade-long accountability gap.

Now, CA can stop labor trafficking at the source—a first step toward protections for all workers.

Watch live at 10:30am: youtube.com/live/qegtKabeGza

We’re on Instagram ! Come join the convo — www.instagram.com/sunitajainll...

#humantrafficking#survivor#policy#CALeg

Graphic with a blue background, orange butterfly, and white and red bold text that reads: “Tell Gov. Newsom to Sign AB 1362.” Below are three numbered steps: Visit gov.ca.gov/contact and leave a comment for an “active bill.” Select “AB 1362 – Foreign Labor Contractor Registration.” Leave a comment. At the bottom is the Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University, Sunita Jain Anti-Trafficking Initiative logo and name.

Agricultural workers put food on our tables. They deserve protection from traffickers and abusive recruiters. Tell @governor.ca.gov to sign AB 1362.
👉 gov.ca.gov/contact

@maxblau.bsky.social @charlesornstein.bsky.social Such a powerful story—sadly, more common than most realize. Our team and partners have been working hard to close protection gaps for H-2A workers, especially by targeting fraudulent recruiters. We’ve sent an email and would love to connect further.

Over the past few years, I’ve been fascinated with one of the largest federal investigations happening in Georgia, known as Operation Blooming Onion. So I partnered with Zaydee Sanchez to uncover the untold story of an unnamed victim at the heart of the case. 🧵

Too many lives have been harmed by fraudulent recruiters. AB 1362 could change that — it's now on the Caliornia Governor’s desk. We must protect our communities. Please help us raise your voice. #AB1362 #ProtectPeople

@propublica.org Thank you for this piece!

On 9/30, over 100 victim services grants from the DOJ Office for Victims of Crime are going to expire, and new funding opportunities have not been released. Without new funding to replace these grants, thousands of #humantrafficking survivors will lose lifesaving services.

Senior Policy Counsel Aradhana Tiwari spoke on Human Trafficking at #PACT2025 with expert Jimmy Lopez. Grateful to learn with providers serving children affected by sex & labor trafficking.

@ximenabustillo.bsky.social ; Hi Ximena, I would love to connect with you and your NPR team on this topic. Survivors and advocates of human trafficking, such as nonprofits, have been truly impacted by changes with new administration.

41,000 California farmworkers are at risk from predatory recruiters.

44,000 Californians have spoken: it’s time to act.

@governor.ca.gov— will you listen? Sign #AB1362 to stop trafficking.

Learn more → lls.edu/sunitajain/AB-1362

#ProtectWorkers #FarmworkerJustice #CaliforniaLeadership

Nonprofits on the frontlines of anti-trafficking brace for impact as federal funding hangs in the balance. “We’re planning for the worst case scenario,” says Hailey Virusso of Preble Street, a Maine-based org fighting forced labor and exploitation. #HumanTrafficking @preblestreet.bsky.social

Leading anti-trafficking experts are sounding the alarm: The Trump administration is backpedaling on critical efforts to fight human trafficking.

Decades of progress are at risk. Experts warn the rollback of protections will leave vulnerable survivors at even greater risk.

🔥 Featured in The Guardian: Experts warn the Trump admin is retreating on efforts to fight human trafficking & child exploitation. Decades of progress are at risk. Nonprofits are speaking out — and we should be too.
Read Full Piece: https://bit.ly/4nEf0Sy

This week we stood with the community at the LA County Board of Supervisors:

✅ $29.8M rent relief for families hit by wildfires & ICE raids
✅ Exploring an eviction moratorium

💡 Housing stability prevents exploitation and trafficking.

🙏 Thanks @lacountybos.bsky.social for listening.

Graphic of a farmworker bent over in a field with water at his feet. Bold red banner text: “Take Action Against Trump.” Smaller text: “Support California agricultural workers by telling Gov. Newsom to sign AB 1362.” Loyola Law School Sunita Jain Anti-Trafficking Initiative logo at bottom.

Federal rollbacks left temporary workers vulnerable.

#AB1362 would protect 40,000+ H-2A workers—banning illegal fees, requiring contracts in workers’ languages, and holding recruiters accountable.

The Legislature acted. Now @governor.ca.gov must sign.

Learn more: lls.edu/sunitajain/AB-1362

Trump-era policies fuel trafficking by silencing victims through fear. Prof. Stephanie Richard explains why real policy change is urgent. #EndHumanTrafficking #SJI

Graphic with headline text: “Protect Workers, Protect California.” Below, a red banner reads “Save the Date!” Event details: “Urge Governor Newsom to Sign AB 1362. Thursday, October 2, 2025, 10:00 AM. California State Capitol Steps, Sacramento.” A photo of the California State Capitol dome is on the right, with a butterfly graphic beside it. Additional text at the bottom: “Join Assemblymember Ash Kalra, survivors, and advocates as we call on Governor Newsom to sign AB 1362. This bill ensures more than 40,000 H-2A farmworkers in California are protected from trafficking and abuse.” Loyola Law School Sunita Jain Anti-Trafficking Initiative logo appears at the bottom left, with RSVP link tinyurl.com/3xchdffe at the bottom right.

On October 2, join @ashkalra.bsky.social, survivors, and advocates at the California Capitol as we urge @governor.ca.gov to sign #AB1362.

This bill ensures 40,000+ H-2A workers in California are protected from trafficking and abuse.

RSVP: tinyurl.com/3xchdffe

#ProtectWorkers #ProtectCalifornia

Survivors spoke out last week — we must listen. Their courage to share the truth is powerful and brave. The Sunita Jain Anti-Trafficking Initiative stands in full solidarity with all survivors.
#SurvivorsFirst #Justice#EpsteinFiles#TransparencyAct

Text reads: AB 1362 has cleared the Legislature. Now it’s up to Governor Newsom. Logos of Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University, and the Sunita Jain Anti-Trafficking Initiative appear at the bottom.

Text reads: By 9/14: Add your name to support immigrant workers. Urgent deadline to sign before Sept. 14.

Text reads: Take 1 minute. Protect immigrant farmworkers from illegal fees, fraud, and trafficking. Clear call to action to sign the coalition letter.

Tell @governor.ca.gov to protect 41,000 immigrant farmworkers from trafficking and abuse.

⏰ Sign the coalition letter by 9/14:
www.lls.edu/sunitajain/AB-1362

#ProtectWorkers #AB1362 #FarmworkerJustice

Grateful to the First Partner’s Office — especially Holly Martinez & Maggie Arsala — for meeting with our team and survivor leaders.

A powerful step toward survivor-informed solutions to prevent trafficking in CA.

#EndHumanTrafficking #SurvivorVoices #CaliforniaTogether

Farmer working in a field. Graphic text reads: AB 1362 passes Senate floor vote. Over 40,000 H-2A farmworkers are one step closer to protection.

Big news: #AB1362 passed the Senate floor.

Over 40,000 H-2A farmworkers in California are one step closer to protections:

🛑 No illegal fees
📝 Contracts in their own language
📋 Registered, accountable recruiters

Learn more and show your support: lls.edu/sunitajain/AB-1362

SJI stands in solidarity!The Supreme Court’s decision allowing racial profiling during immigration raids puts vulnerable communities at greater risk of trafficking. Fear of targeting keeps victims silent, while traffickers exploit the system unchecked. We stand with those affected.

Truly uplifting survivors means creating space for them to share their own stories — in their own voices, on their own terms
#LisaPhillips#Survivors#Epstein

Will California take the lead & support immigrant guest workers?

By passing #AB1362 the state can take action where Federal protections are being chipped away

Read more: capitalandmain.com/california-b...

#StopTrafficking #WorkerJustice #CALeads
@gavinnewsom.bsky.social @ashkalra.bsky.social

Graphic: “AG Bonta Opposes Trump’s Rollback of Farmworker Protections. Pass AB 1362 – Protect Workers Before Exploitation.”

Trump’s roll back strips farmworkers of basic protections. Proud to stand with agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov in opposing this attack.

CA can step up with #AB1362 —holding recruiters accountable & protecting workers before abuse begins.

Learn more: www.lls.edu/sunitajain/AB-1362

The Sunita Jain Anti-Trafficking Initiative thanks AG Rob Bonta for supporting AB 1362 (Kalra), a key bill protecting workers from forced labor, especially temporary workers vulnerable to exploitation. Together, we can fight for safer, fairer workplaces. #EndHumanTrafficking #AB1362

Sadly, AB 381 didn’t pass this year, but we are incredibly grateful to Assemblymember Stefani for her leadership and unwavering commitment to fighting for trafficked workers in global supply chains. We’ll be back next year, stronger and more determined than ever.

Thank you for sharing, it means a lot.

@theyoungcenter.bsky.social Well said, we support this 100%.