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Kimberly Mehlman-Orozco

    Dr. Kimberly Mehlman-Orozco is a distinguished expert in survey methodology and human trafficking research. Her extensive work delves into the complexities of this issue, drawing on both quantitative and qualitative approaches. As a consultant, she brings a unique, data-driven perspective to understanding and combating human trafficking. Her contributions have been widely published and recognized.

    Hidden in Plain Sight
    Big Bad and the Bored Canary
    The Jihadi Next Door
    • 2021

      Big Bad and the Bored Canary

      • 52 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Focusing on the theme of awareness, this book educates children about the tactics used by human traffickers through engaging fables and age-appropriate language. It emphasizes that most crimes are committed by acquaintances rather than strangers, highlighting the importance of recognizing coercion and deception. Inspired by a real case involving the exploitation of young women from Ukraine, it aims to empower kids with knowledge to help them identify and resist manipulation.

      Big Bad and the Bored Canary
    • 2019

      The Jihadi Next Door

      • 268 pages
      • 10 hours of reading
      3.0(12)Add rating

      An unprecedented look at how ISIS targets and recruits terrorists--and what we can do to stop them.

      The Jihadi Next Door
    • 2017

      Hidden in Plain Sight

      America's Slaves of the New Millennium

      • 268 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      The book exposes the pervasive issue of human trafficking, highlighting various forms such as sex work controlled by pimps, the exploitation of migrants, and the trafficking of vulnerable youth. It delves into both widely recognized and lesser-known instances of trafficking, illustrating how these crimes infiltrate everyday life in the United States and beyond. Through detailed documentation, it aims to raise awareness of the severity and complexity of human trafficking globally.

      Hidden in Plain Sight