The Center for Combating Human Trafficking (CCHT) at Wichita State University (WSU) accepts Graduate Students (or other persons with relevant practice experience) seeking graduate assistantships, practicum, internship, and/or volunteer placements. Dependent upon interest and skill, opportunities may include working at the Micro, Mezzo, or Macro levels to address the issues of abuse, exploitation, and trafficking.

Human trafficking is a multifaceted issue that is connected to many adaptive challenges. Because of the complexity, people are often left feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to begin. At CCHT, we are invested in helping communities, organizations, and individuals understand how to respond to trafficking in a way that intentionally prevents abuse and exploitation and promotes prosperity.

True change begins internally. Take a moment to consider what your beliefs and misconceptions are about human trafficking are. Do you have paradigms about victims that shape your response? Can you see the connection between human trafficking and other social justice issues?

Also consider your own history of trauma. We each have a story! Is there something in your past you need to address? A hurt you need to heal before you can fully engage in this work? Take some time to understand the ways in which human trafficking might trigger you and develop a self-care plan to help you cope.

Learning is a continual journey, especially around a complex issue like human trafficking. Continue to invest time and energy into learning more. Seek partnerships with survivors and those who have experience in the field as they have invaluable wisdom and knowledge. Above all, stay humble. No one has all the answers. Ensure you are working alongside individuals that will hold you accountable. If you make a mistake, receive criticism with an open heart and mind and commit to doing better the next time.

Learning is a continual journey, especially around a complex issue like human trafficking. Continue to invest time and energy into learning more. Seek partnerships with survivors and those who have experience in the field as they have invaluable wisdom and knowledge. Above all, stay humble. No one has all the answers. Ensure you are working alongside individuals that will hold you accountable. If you make a mistake, receive criticism with an open heart and mind and commit to doing better the next time.

We need your help! How will you invest your time, talent and treasure to support established and verified agencies? Connect with organizations that work closely with survivor leaders and have experience serving this population. Above all, be weary of new groups and organizations. As this topic continues to gain attention, more individuals will join the fight. Ask questions and investigate how these new organizations are partnering with the work already occurring in your community.

Eligibility: Students must be admitted to a degree program in either full or conditional standing.
Recipients of a full-time graduate assistantship may not work more than a total of twenty hours per week and may not hold other remunerative employment without the written approval of the department chairperson and Dean of the Graduate School.
The Graduate Assistantship at the Center for Combating Human Trafficking (CCHT) is offered through the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and is not limited to students in one academic department. Rather, applications are accepted from students in a variety of fields (Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, Counseling, Public Administration, and Education, among others). Student applications are evaluated based on the individual’s unique strengths, talents, and experience relevant to assisting CCHT accomplish its mission

The goal of the CCHT practicums and internships is to provide an applied learning opportunity at a not-for-profit serving those at-risk for or subjugated to commercial sexual exploitation/sex trafficking and labor trafficking. The Social Work Associate/Project Assistant serving at the CCHT will assist in expanding the Center’s reach in the surrounding community and improving services.

We rely heavily on volunteers at CCHT. We can accommodate individuals as well as large groups on a variety of projects. If you have interest in volunteering your time and talents, please fill out our online inquiry form. A CCHT staff member will be in contact with you shortly.

CCHT serves as the expert resource bank to multidisciplinary professionals and community partners who wish to combat human trafficking. Your donation will help support:Training for non-profit and service organizations
Youth outreach
Education and consulting throughout Kansas