Today the Mississippi Trucking Association, President Hal Miller announced the association will be continuing its partnership with Truckers against Trafficking. "We are delighted to assist Truckers against Trafficking again this year and continue to promote awareness to this horrific crime in our state and country. As an association, we want to continue to do our part to prevent this from happening. I applaud the efforts of this group and we hope this partnership only furthers their fantastic work."
The Mississippi Trucking Association (MTA) is honored to announce, for the second year, they have committed to be a Silver Sponsor for Truckers against Trafficking (TAT). MTA, in conjunction with TAT, work to raise awareness throughout their membership about the issue of human trafficking and the need for all companies to train their drivers and employees on how to combat this growing problem.
"In order to combat human trafficking effectively, in any venue and in any meaningful way, funding is required to move the work forward. When state trucking associations, not only use their influence to open doors for us and to get this message before their member companies, but also support TAT's mission financially, it is invaluable and so needed. We appreciate trucking associations like the Mississippi Trucking Association for their commitment to end this vile exploitation, and their continued financial support that enables TAT's work to expand," said Kylla Lanier, TAT Deputy Director.
MTA members have trained thousands of drivers from Mississippi based trucking companies on how to identify signs of human trafficking and the proper action to take once suspected activity has been spotted. Further, MTA works as a conduit to connect TAT with state and local law enforcement agencies to help create a stronger network for those combating this terrible crime. The Mississippi Trucking Association is proud to support Truckers against Trafficking with both finances and connections to help be a part of the solution.
For more information contact Hal Miller at 601-354-0616.
