Commission on Human Trafficking - 07.23.26

The Hillsborough County Commission on Human Trafficking held a meeting on July 23, 2026, focusing on ongoing efforts to combat human trafficking through community partnerships, awareness campaigns, and training initiatives. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval and allocation of a $20,492 budget for a paid social media advertising campaign aimed at raising awareness, despite challenges with Meta's advertising policies. The commission also approved $2,000 for additional emergency phones and SIM cards for the Crisis Center. Additionally, there was discussion of a funding request of just under $10,000 to support the Seminole Heights Community Clinic, with an emphasis on accountability and tracking services provided to trafficking victims. The meeting highlighted collaboration with various community organizations, planning for upcoming events, and the strategic review of the commission's goals through 2030. No new contracts were awarded during the meeting, but several procurement processes, including training services for county employees, were noted as ongoing.