In the News

In the News

The PIVOT Lab’s work has been featured in news outlets, professional associations, and public health forums. This section will share media highlights and coverage of the lab’s research, community engagement, and training initiatives.

PIVOT News

Jennifer O'Brien

UTA School of Social Work, Associate Professor, Dr. Jennifer O'Brien

Protecting Young People from Online Exploitation

Child sex trafficking is a dark subject, clouded by misinformation and myth.

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Morgan PettyJohn

UTA School of Social Work, Assistant Professor, Morgan PettyJohn

UT Arlington study identifies challenges – and solutions – for sexual assault care in rural areas

There’s a lack of sexual assault care nationwide, and rural areas are hit especially hard.

Read More in KERA News
Morgan PettyJohn and Rachel Voth Schrag

UTA School of Social Work, Assistant Professor, Morgan PettyJohn and UTA School of Social Work, Associate Professor, Rachel Voth Schrag

UTA Social Workers, computer scientists team up to combat domestic abuse

We are social work and public health researchers who study how people use digital technologies to seek help after they experience violence.

Read More in the Fort Worth Telegram
Jennifer O'Brien

UTA School of Social Work, Associate Professor, Dr. Jennifer O'Brien

Is There Really a Huge Upsurge in Sex Trafficking Over Super Bowl Weekend?

Any major event that attracts large numbers of people to a particular area will mean an increased local demand for commercial sex.

Read More in the Slate
Jennifer O'Brien

UTA School of Social Work, Associate Professor, Dr. Jennifer O'Brien

Miami hotels, Uber drivers undergo sex trafficking awareness training as Super Bowl nears

From hotel housekeepers to Uber drivers to interstate truckers, Florida wants its residents ready to spot human trafficking before and during next Super Bowl.

Read More in USA Today