Wanda Hainley

Wanda Hainley is a veteran law enforcement professional, Human Trafficking Liaison, and Sergeant with the Hendry County Sheriff's Office in Florida, where she has served for 16 years. After beginning her career as a road deputy, she advanced to sergeant, supervised patrol operations, and later led the Criminal Interdiction Unit, addressing gangs, gun violence, drug trafficking, and human trafficking. Since assuming her current role as human trafficking liaison in 2019, she has focused on combating human trafficking through victim identification, investigative support, interagency collaboration, and survivor-centered services. A certified law enforcement officer, certified hostage negotiator, and ordained minister, Hainley combines public safety expertise with a faith-based commitment to serving vulnerable individuals. Widely recognized as an authority on human trafficking prevention, Hainley has dedicated her career to educating communities and strengthening coordinated responses to exploitation. She delivers specialized training for law enforcement agencies, healthcare professionals, educators, counselors, churches, hospitality businesses, and community organizations throughout Florida. As an approved trainer for the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation and a trainer for the Florida Attorney General's Office, she equips professionals to recognize the often-overlooked indicators of trafficking and respond effectively. Her work emphasizes awareness, prevention, collaboration, and practical victim support while promoting stronger partnerships across public, private, and nonprofit sectors. Beyond her law enforcement responsibilities, Hainley is the founder and president of Christians United Against Human Trafficking, a nonprofit organization dedicated to education, advocacy, and survivor support. She serves on the board of directors for the Southwest Florida Coalition Against Human Trafficking and contributes to numerous regional and statewide initiatives, including the Statewide Council on Human Trafficking, the Southwest Florida INTERCEPT Task Force with Homeland Security, and the International Association of Human Trafficking Investigators. Guided by integrity, compassion, and faith, Hainley attributes her success to recognizing critical gaps in human trafficking prevention and following her calling to protect victims, empower communities, and pursue justice for those affected by exploitation.