OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Hotel workers in the Omaha area are undergoing training on how to spot women and minors being forced into prostitution.

The effort is part of a pilot project coordinated by the Coalition on Human Trafficking, comprised of law enforcement officials, charities and area nuns.

The coalition aims to provide awareness and tips to hotel and motel employees on how to respond when they believe someone is a victim of human trafficking or is being sexually exploited.

Experts say high-profile events, such as the coming College World Series in Omaha, bring a higher risk of sex trafficking occurring at lodging facilities.

The Magnolia Hotel in downtown Omaha is participating in the training program. About 45 workers recently heard a presentation about human trafficking.