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🎙️ 17: Texas Flood Relief Efforts and New Human Trafficking Prevention Training

On Episode 17 of Crooked River Cast, we bring you updates on two urgent national issues: the devastating floods in Texas and a new federal effort to fight human trafficking in the workplace.

Texas Flooding Crisis: How You Can Help

Severe storms have caused widespread flooding across Texas, displacing families and damaging entire communities. Relief organizations are working around the clock to provide shelter, supplies, and emergency aid.
Want to help? Donate directly through communityfoundation.net—a reliable partner supporting local flood recovery efforts.

Keywords: Texas flooding 2025, flood relief donations, community disaster aid, how to help Texas floods

Labor Department Launches Human Trafficking Awareness Training

The U.S. Department of Labor has released a free training program to help employers and labor officials recognize the signs of human trafficking. This new initiative empowers workplaces with tools to detect and report exploitation—particularly in industries vulnerable to forced labor.

The training is available to managers, HR professionals, compliance teams, and anyone looking to protect workers and uphold ethical standards on the job.

Keywords: human trafficking workplace training, Department of Labor initiative, labor trafficking prevention, free anti-trafficking course