For Immediate Release
January 20, 2026
Contact:
Office of Communications and Media Affairs
(678) 920-0857
media@atl.com
(UPDATED)
Mayor Andre Dickens and Airport Officials Host Human Trafficking Awareness Press Conference
ATL to highlight partnerships and programs combating human trafficking
ATLANTA – Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) will host a press conference on Wednesday, Jan. 21, to spotlight the Airport’s ongoing commitment and partnerships to combat human trafficking and support survivors. The event will bring together Mayor Andre Dickens, Airport leadership, local and state officials, law enforcement, and partners to share updates on current initiatives and resources available to travelers and employees.
WHO: The Honorable Andre Dickens, 61st Mayor of Atlanta
Ricky Smith, General Manager, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Jan Lennon, Executive Deputy General Manager, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Chief Darin Schierbaum, Chief of Police, Atlanta Police Department
Hannah Palmquist, Attorney General’s Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit Chief
Meg Taylor, Delta Air Lines, Deputy General Counsel
Alrene Barr, Sr. Director, ATL International Affairs
Erika Mitchell, Chair, Board of Education, Atlanta Public Schools
Jennifer Swain, Executive Director, youthSpark
Bishop Donna Hubbard, Founder, Woman at the Well Transition Center
WHAT: Human trafficking press conference and media availability highlighting ATL’s anti-human trafficking programs, partnerships, and public awareness actions.
WHEN: 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026
WHERE: Domestic Terminal Atrium
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
6000 N. Terminal Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30320
NOTE FOR MEDIA: Media are encouraged to arrive by 8:30 a.m. to allow time for parking and equipment setup. One-on-one interviews with select speakers will be available immediately after the formal program; media interested in specific speakers should check in on-site with the Office of Communications and Media Affairs. Media must RSVP to media@atl.com by Noon, Tuesday, Jan.20.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
ATL is the first airport in history to serve more than 100 million passengers in one year and continues to top passenger totals worldwide. The Airport boasts an annual direct economic impact of $66 billion in the state. A frequent recipient of awards of excellence, ATL is recognized for its leadership in concessions, operations, sustainability, architectural engineering, and construction. For more information, visit www.atl.com.
