Morgan Guzman begins her talk by introducing her role as the OC Anti-Trafficking Services Manager for The Salvation Army and providing an overview of human trafficking. She explains that human trafficking is a widespread issue, encompassing forced labor, domestic servitude, and sexual exploitation. Morgan stresses that these crimes are not confined to far-off places but are prevalent in local communities, including Orange County.

She details the tactics traffickers use to control victims, such as psychological manipulation, financial dependence, and threats, emphasizing the barriers victims face when trying to escape. By highlighting these realities, Morgan sets the stage for understanding the systemic nature of human trafficking and the urgent need for both awareness and action.