I presented my independent study project at the Midwest Political Science Association (MPSA) meeting on a panel about NGOs and disasters. My research is focused on analyzing how natural disasters affect human trafficking. Following the earthquake in Haiti there were many reports that human trafficking had flourished while the country tried to recover. However, similar reports did not occur after Hurricane Katrina or the Tsunami and nuclear meltdown in Japan. Also, no studies have been done to understand exactly how disasters create an environment that allows human trafficking to grow. My presentation compared the literature from both areas of study and presented two case studies, the U.S. and Haiti. These case studies reflect that any natural disaster creates a more vulnerable environment providing the opportunity for trafficking. My presentation concluded with suggestions for more in depth research and strategies for organizations on the ground following a disaster.