Tomas Lares is a frequent news and media contributor on the subject of human trafficking.
As co-founder of the Greater Orlando Human Trafficking Task Force and founder of United Abolitionists, Lares provides expert insight to both local and national news.
Recent News and Media Mentions

Human trafficking bill a milestone – but also missing something | Guest Commentary
I’ve been on the frontlines of the fight against human trafficking in Florida for nearly…

United Abolitionists training UCF hospitality students to spot human trafficking
The University of Central Florida is teaming up with the non-profit organization United Abolitionists to…

The UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management Partners with United Abolitionists
The UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management in Orlando is teaming up with United Abolitionists,…

Human Trafficking Infects Florida
By: Noah Bradon ORLANDO — In 2018, the state of Florida saw the third-highest number…

Hotel industry vows united front against sex traffickers
Story originally published by: The Orlando Sentinel Hotel industry vows united front against sex traffickers…

Human Trafficking Arrest at Ramada Hotel in Orlando
A human trafficking arrest was made at a Ramada hotel on Jamaican Ct in the…
Sold as a Sex Object for Drugs by her own Mother
For years, Savannah Parvu was sold for sex at hotels in Central Florida. It started…