Keiser University Sarasota Campus Law Enforcement Operations Professor Jarrod Sadulski, Ph.D., recently shared human trafficking insights as part of presentations before the United States Congress Committee on Homeland Security and as part of Liberty University’s Spring Public Policy Conference’s Criminal Justice and the Rule of Law panel discussion.

Having served over 20 years in law enforcement, as a global expert, and as a missionary in a Central American Belize prison and along the Southwest border, Sadulski is grateful to shed light on the cause, largely because of the brave testimonies shared by survivors.

“Although we can’t do anything to prevent past exploitation, we can use the information to help potential future victims,” said Sadulski while describing the organized and systematic approach of traffickers, as ‘coyotes’ kidnap men, women, and children who can’t pay bribes and take them to a ‘processing center’ followed by ‘stash’ houses where they are publicly abused and later sold to sex and drug smuggling cartels to ‘earn’ their payments.

Now recognized as one of the leading voices in the prevention of human trafficking crimes, Sadulski shared that he originally joined the field of criminal justice to make communities safer and that he is thankful to further the cause as an educational leader and expert in the field.

He encourages others to advocate for human trafficking prevention and victims by recognizing that:

• Human trafficking exists in all 50 states and in almost every community.
• Sex trafficking is the most common form of trafficking and victims are commonly groomed from the internet. Social media platforms, gaming, and chat rooms are common places traffickers lurk as they seek to learn the vulnerabilities of their victims through the content they post.
• Once a trafficker identifies a potential victim, they offer false promises to gain trust. Once trust is gained and someone is in the company of a trafficker, coercion, and threats are commonly used to entrap and prevent them from telling others about their exploitation.
• Anyone can be a victim of human trafficking. Victims may appear timid, coached on what to say, and may not own personal property.
• Fellow citizens should report homes that have an unusual level of traffic involving young females and older males that frequent the home. Community members should report to the police or the Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 any time human trafficking is suspected.
• Opportunities to assist the cause include attendance at local training sessions to recognize human trafficking, volunteering at organizations that provide support services for victims, and involvement in grassroots efforts to support legislation and increased protections for victims.

In addition to his role as an educator, Sadulski serves as a global consultant on counter-human trafficking, counter-terrorism, homeland security, local law enforcement, international drug trafficking, global security, organized and white-collar crime, constitutional criminal procedures, and more.  Sadulski earned his Doctor of Philosophy degree at Northcentral University in 2017 and his Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice at Thomas Edison State College in 2004. As a Commissioned Officer in the United States Coast Guard, he served for 26 years. He was awarded the Inspirational Leadership Award, the National Defense Service Medal, and the Global War on Terror Service Medal for his efforts to combat human trafficking.

Keiser University’s Bachelor of Science degree in Law Enforcement Operations prepares students for career positions in various areas within the field of law enforcement.  It provides students with in-depth exposure to the criminal justice system and the forensic investigations field.  The BSLEO is delivered through a unique hybrid format to maximize student learning and promote career development in a flexible scheduled format while also maximizing efficiency in resources.  Fundamental areas critical to both public and private sector entry-level positions are included in the program such as crime scene investigation, fingerprinting, introduction to law enforcement, criminal investigation, forensic photography, and police communications report writing.  In addition, the program prepares students with competencies in real-world applications that emphasize identifying, locating, documenting, collecting, and preserving evidence within legal frameworks.  Students may select from concentrations in Law Enforcement, Forensic Investigation, or Courts and Corrections.

Keiser University is a private, independent, non-profit university serving nearly 20,000 students at 21 Florida campuses, online, and two international sites. Founded in 1977 by Chancellor Arthur Keiser, Ph.D., and Evelyn Keiser, Keiser University currently offers more than 100 degrees from associate to doctoral level. Keiser University is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution, a member of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, and was ranked No. 21 in the U.S. in Social Mobility by U.S. News and World Report in 2023-24.