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Human Trafficking Awareness Month

Date Posted: Sunday, January 22, 2023

Category: Human Trafficking/Sexual Exploitation - International

The Department of Defense is hosting a conference on January 11, 2023, :30-11:00 a.m. EST at the Pentagon Auditorium.

The Department of Defense “Combating Trafficking in Persons” vision as of January 2023:

The Department of Defense (DoD) sustains an effective program to combat trafficking in persons in both its domestic and international environments.

Mission
To institutionalize Department of Defense Combating Trafficking in Persons (CTIP) policy and programs and set conditions for effective prevention, protection, prosecution, and partnering activities in concert with, and supportive of, national efforts.

Guiding Principles
Reduce the risk and incidence of trafficking in persons within DoD's garrison and deployed operations
Identify victims and help alleviate suffering
Improve monitoring and reporting
Identify criminal activity
Educate stakeholders on DoD's stance on trafficking in persons
Train all DoD personnel on combating trafficking in persons
Inform contractors of DoD CTIP policies and best practices

Read the full article at: Department of Defense Combatting Trafficking in Persons