05/29/2026
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup is just weeks away from kicking off in Miami, Camillus House CEO Eddie Gloria joined Christian Colón on NBC 6 and Telemundo 51 to discuss heightened concerns around human trafficking tied to major international events, and what Camillus House is doing to prepare.
Anticipating an increase in survivors needing immediate support during the World Cup, Camillus House has added more than 50 beds for men and women expected to be rescued and brought into care.
During the interview, Eddie urged the public to stay alert to potential warning signs of trafficking, including controlling behavior, situations where someone appears unable to speak freely, or older individuals accompanying much younger people.
“You might see control tactics where this person is deciding if that person can have a conversation with you,” Eddie explained. “The physicality of that couple shows you that maybe the man is trying to control how far she can go.”
As Miami prepares to welcome millions of visitors from around the world, Camillus House remains committed to providing safety, dignity, and hope for the most vulnerable individuals. 💙
Click below for the full story with Eddie and State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle on NBC, or in Spanish on Telemundo.
https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/miami-dade-prepares-to-combat-human-trafficking-ahead-of-world-cup/3808789/
https://www.telemundo51.com/noticias/local/miami-dade-se-prepara-para-combatir-la-trata-de-personas-a-dias-de-la-copa-mundial-de-la-fifa/2781662/