Atlanta, Georgia – A few minutes on a smartphone could become the first step toward rescuing someone from human trafficking in Georgia. That is the message behind a new public service announcement urging residents to turn everyday observations into anonymous tips for law enforcement.
First Lady Marty Kemp and Georgia Bureau of Investigation Director Chris Hosey released the PSA earlier this week, placing the “See Something, Send Something” app at the center of the state’s latest awareness effort. The tool is available on Apple and Android devices and allows users to report suspicious activity connected to trafficking and other crimes.
Georgia’s role as an international transportation hub makes the issue especially urgent. The state is home to a major international airport and is crossed by an extensive highway network, conditions that can also be exploited by traffickers moving victims between cities and states.
The campaign asks Georgians not only to recognize warning signs, but also to know what to do when something appears wrong. Reports through the app can be submitted anonymously and take only a few minutes, giving residents a direct way to share information that may help investigators protect victims and identify offenders.
“As we work to raise awareness about the risks and signs of human trafficking, it’s critical that Georgians know how to report suspicious activity,” Kemp said.
“By downloading the See Something, Send Something app and reporting concerning behavior, you can help end human trafficking in our communities.”
Hosey said the state remains committed to stopping traffickers from operating in Georgia and emphasized that public participation can strengthen those efforts.
“Georgia remains steadfast in the mission to eliminate human trafficking and ensure traffickers no longer operate in the state,” Hosey said. “The See Something, Send Something mobile app is a powerful tool in the fight against human trafficking. Every voice matters. Download the app, learn the signs of human trafficking, and join us in the fight for victims.”
The full PSA will also be shared across social media platforms, extending the message beyond traditional public safety channels and placing it directly in front of residents on the devices they use each day.
People who do not use the app still have other ways to provide information. Anonymous tips may be submitted by calling 1-800-597-TIPS (8477) or through the GBI’s online tip portal at https://gbi.georgia.gov/submit-tips-online.
The campaign also directs residents toward free training offered through the GRACE Commission. The training explains common signs of human trafficking and provides guidance on how to recognize and report possible cases safely.
The central message is deliberately simple: noticing suspicious behavior matters, but reporting it can matter even more. By downloading the app, learning the signs and sending information when something does not look right, Georgians may help law enforcement interrupt trafficking, reach victims and possibly save a life.
