Our Mission
The TIP Office leads the Department’s global efforts to combat human trafficking through the prosecution of traffickers, the protection of victims, and the prevention of human trafficking by: objectively analyzing government efforts and identifying global trends, engaging in and supporting strategic bilateral and multilateral diplomacy, targeting foreign assistance to build sustainable capacity of governments and civil society, advancing the coordination of federal anti-trafficking policies across agencies, managing and leveraging operational resources to achieve strategic priorities, and engaging and partnering with civil society, the private sector, and the public to advance the fight against human trafficking.
The Latest
TIP Office Hosts ‘Nefarious Crossroads’ Workshop Series Exploring the Nexus Between Human Trafficking and Corruption
Corruption erodes trust in government and destabilizes communities; it weakens the rule of law, creating an environment permissive of criminal activity. Human traffickers thrive in these environments. The Summit for Democracy, a Biden-Harris Administration’s flagship initiative, centers on democracy and human rights and challenges democratic governments to strengthen democracy and defend against authoritarianism; address and fight corruption; […]
Policy Issues
- Child Protection Compact Partnerships
- U.S. Advisory Council on Human Trafficking
- Engaging Survivors of Human Trafficking
- Protections for Domestic Workers
- Know Your Rights
Child Protection Compact Partnerships
Multi-year programs supporting bilateral negotiated partnerships with other governments to bolster local efforts to address child trafficking in select countries.
Learn More Child Protection Compact PartnershipsU.S. Advisory Council on Human Trafficking
A formal platform for human trafficking survivors to advise the federal government on anti-trafficking policies and programs.
Learn More U.S. Advisory Council on Human TraffickingEngaging Survivors of Human Trafficking
Survivor Engagement in the Anti-trafficking Field: History, Lessons Learned, and Looking Forward
Learn More Engaging Survivors of Human TraffickingProtections for Domestic Workers
A package of model documents to help prevent abuses in domestic work around the world.
Learn More Protections for Domestic WorkersKnow Your Rights
If you are coming to the United States to work or study, we are confident that you will have a pleasant and rewarding stay. If you should encounter any problems, however, know that you have rights and can get help.
Learn More Know Your Rights