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Center for Countering Human Trafficking (CCHT)

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Countering Human Trafficking Year in Review

The DHS Countering Human Trafficking Year in Review reports on select accomplishments and advancements made by U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) offices and components towards countering human trafficking.

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Statement from Secretary Mayorkas on National Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement on National Human Trafficking Prevention Month.

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DHS Efforts to Combat Human Trafficking

Learn more about DHS’s efforts to combat human trafficking.

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DHS Highlights Efforts to Address Human Trafficking

Combating human trafficking is a top priority for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Biden-Harris Administration. Today, the White House released an updated National Action Plan to Combat Human Trafficking, which focuses on four key U.S. and global anti-trafficking efforts: prevention, protection, prosecution, and partnerships. DHS, a leader in the fight against human trafficking, helped develop the White House whole-of-government National Action Plan to Combat Human Trafficking.

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T Visa Law Enforcement Resource Guide

The T Visa was designed with the dual purpose of stabilizing trafficking victims and promoting cooperation between law enforcement and trafficking victims. This T Visa Law Enforcement Resource Guide is intended for Federal, State, Local, Tribal and Territorial Law Enforcement, Prosecutors, Judges and other Government Agencies.

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DHS Takes Victim-Centered Approach on First Anniversary of Center for Countering Human Trafficking  

Today marks the first anniversary of the creation of the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Center for Countering Human Trafficking (CCHT). The CCHT, led by ICE Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), is a DHS-wide effort dedicated to bringing human traffickers to justice, protecting victims of sex trafficking and forced labor, and preventing these terrible crimes from occurring.  

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DHS Center for Countering Human Trafficking Fact Sheet

The mission of the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Center for Countering Human Trafficking (CCHT) is to advance counter human trafficking law enforcement operations, protect victims, and enhance prevention efforts by aligning DHS’ capabilities and expertise.

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U.S. Immigration Benefits for Noncitizen Crime Victims

These documents outline U.S. immigration benefits for noncitizen crime victims and provide information on the following topics: The T and U visa requirements, the role of Form I-914 Supplement B, Declaration of Law Enforcement Officer for Victim of Trafficking in Persons (Form I- 914B), best practices for certifying agencies, responses to frequently asked questions, and additional resources for certifying agencies and officials.

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Center for Countering Human Trafficking

The Center for Countering Human Trafficking advances counter human trafficking law enforcement operations, protects victims, and enhances prevention efforts.

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Native Communities Awareness Poster Series

These posters were created to raise awareness of human trafficking among Native communities. Informed by Native survivors of human trafficking, the series uses culturally-relevant images and messages. Organizations working to reach Native communities with information about human trafficking can display these posters in locations like schools, community centers, and offices.