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This program instruction clarifies the eligibility terms of the Trafficking Victim Assistance Program (TVAP) for citizens of the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the Republic of Palau. TVAP is a grant program that funds comprehensive case management services for foreign national victims of a severe form of trafficking in persons, potential victims of trafficking seeking HHS Certification, and their qualified family members through a national network of service providers.

The Trafficking Victim Assistance Program (TVAP) is a grant program that funds comprehensive case management services for foreign national victims of a severe form of trafficking in persons, potential victims of trafficking seeking HHS Certification, and their qualified family members through a national network of service providers.

This infographic shows data from the program for fiscal year 2019. 

The Trafficking Victim Assistance Program (TVAP) is a grant program that funds comprehensive case management services for foreign national victims of a severe form of trafficking in persons, potential victims of trafficking seeking HHS Certification, and their qualified family members through a national network of service providers.

This infographic shows data from the program for fiscal year 2018. 

The Domestic Victims of Human Trafficking (DVHT) Program is a grant program that funds comprehensive case management, direct services, and referrals through community partnerships to U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents who have experienced human trafficking. The DVHT Program empowers organizations and communities to deliver trauma-informed, strength-based, and victim-centered services for domestic individuals who have experienced trafficking. The program encourages innovative collaboration within communities to ensure long-term outcomes.

This infographic shows data from the program for fiscal year 2018. 

The Look Beneath the Surface Regional Anti-Trafficking Program — formerly the Rescue & Restore Victims of Human Trafficking Regional Program — served targeted geographic areas and focused on the identification and referral of foreign and domestic victims of severe forms of trafficking in persons as defined by the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 .

Activities included:

• Direct outreach to individuals who are experiencing or who have experienced sex or labor trafficking
• Anti-trafficking training and technical assistance to local professionals and organizations or entities that may encounter individuals who are being trafficked
• Active participation in a strong multidisciplinary anti-trafficking coalition or task force
• Strategic public awareness activities

This infographic shows data from the program for fiscal year 2019. 

The Look Beneath the Surface Regional Anti-Trafficking Program — formerly the Rescue & Restore Victims of Human Trafficking Regional Program — served targeted geographic areas and focused on the identification and referral of foreign and domestic victims of severe forms of trafficking in persons as defined by the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 .

Activities included:

• Direct outreach to individuals who are experiencing or who have experienced sex or labor trafficking
• Anti-trafficking training and technical assistance to local professionals and organizations or entities that may encounter individuals who are being trafficked
• Active participation in a strong multidisciplinary anti-trafficking coalition or task force
• Strategic public awareness activities

This infographic shows data from the program for fiscal years 2014-2017. 

Human trafficking is a violent crime and public health issue involving the exploitation of a person for the purpose of forced labor or commercial sex. Among the diverse populations affected by human trafficking, indigenous peoples worldwide are at particular risk for both sex trafficking and labor trafficking. This fact sheet overviews OTIP's efforts to address human trafficking among Native communities in 2018. 

This Program Instruction (PI) clarifies pre-certification and post-certification status of minor victims and potential victims of human trafficking eligible for services under the TVAP grant program.

The purpose of this IM is to enhance common understanding of foundational principles of prevention in order to promote increased efforts to prevent all forms of human trafficking. The IM describes key concepts for organizations and communities to consider when integrating prevention strategies, approaches, and services into anti-trafficking efforts. The IM also provides a framework for the development of national, state, tribal, and local collaborations to prevent human trafficking.

Survivors of human trafficking routinely identify housing and shelter among their top needs. Research suggests evictions can lead to increased unemployment; therefore, accessing and maintaining housing is critical to survivors’ economic mobility and self-sufficiency. Some survivors are able to access and afford housing in the community on their own; others may require short-term assistance. This resource provides a detailed summary of how survivors of human trafficking may meet the eligibility requirements for federally funded housing and homelessness programs.