Human Trafficking Institute

“We believe trafficking is another battle that is witnessing the birth of tangible hope in a fight that seemed hopeless. With your help, hope is rising! We know that every trafficker stopped represents freedom not only for their victims, but also for a stream of future victims who will never endure that nightmare in the first place. That’s why we’re eager to extend that life-changing hope deeper into the battlefield, and, as you’ll read in the following pages, this year we have extended that hope deeper than ever before.” - Victor Boutros, CEO of Human Trafficking Institute To learn more about that hope, check out our annual report here: https://lnkd.in/exzef5p5 #Hope #DecimateTrafficking #HTI #AnnualReport

Join us this National Make a Difference Day and play a crucial role in the fight against human trafficking!  You can make an impact in three powerful ways: 1️⃣ Donate to support our work in the fight to stop traffickers and decimate human trafficking. 2️⃣ Share our mission with your friends and family to raise awareness. 3️⃣ Educate yourself and your community about the issue! Trafficking is complex and the more we understand the issue as a society, the better we can fight against it. What will you do to make a difference today and beyond? #EndHumanTrafficking #MakeADifferenceDay #SupportSurvivors #HumanTraffickingAwareness

So grateful for our partnership with the ODPP and Justice Jane Frances Abodo in Uganda! We are doing great work together. To learn more about our collaborative efforts in Uganda, check out our 2023 annual report at: https://lnkd.in/exzef5p5 #PowerOfPartnership #Uganda #AntiTrafficking #DecimateTrafficking #HTI

Traffickers in positions of trust exploit their unique ability to recognize and leverage a victim's vulnerabilities. The Federal Human Trafficking Report tracks defendants in roles such as religious leaders, medical practitioners, teachers, law enforcement, lawyers, and politicians. One such case is Michael Zacharias, a Catholic priest who used his trusted role to form relationships with three young male victims. He exploited their substance addictions, coercing them into performing commercial sex acts in exchange for drugs. In May 2023, Zacharias was found guilty of five counts of sex trafficking of a minor and sentenced to life in prison. His appeal was pending at the end of 2023. For more data and insights on trafficking, download our FHTR here: https://lnkd.in/gjkKN4jK #EndHumanTrafficking #JusticeForVictims #HumanTraffickingAwareness

HTI proudly welcomes the 2024-2025 Douglass Fellows with a D.C. orientation. Inspired by Douglass's legacy of freedom and advocacy, this program shapes future leaders in the anti-trafficking movement. Meet this talented class selected for their excellence in academics, leadership, and human rights commitment. Swipe through to get inspired!

HTI, along with numerous other anti-trafficking agencies, met at the Dirksen Senate Building to discuss several pieces of legislation currently sitting before congress, including the reauthorization of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act. Senator Marsha Blackburn (TN), Congressman Burgess Owens (UT), Senator Dick Durbin (IL) and Congressman Tim Smith (NJ) each attended to discuss issues being faced in the response to human trafficking. Tim Tebow also attended on behalf of the Tim Tebow Foundation to advocate for the passage of his new legislation that strengthens enforcement efforts for missing and exploited children. It was a great time to collaborate with other partners, discuss needs and gaps in current enforcement efforts, and share HTI’s data to help practitioners and legislators recognize the emerging trends in domestic commercial sex trafficking and forced labor. #ATIPRoundtable #DecimateTrafficking #AntiTrafficking #TraffickingVictimsProtectionAct

Exciting career opportunity! The Human Trafficking Institute is looking for a dynamic Global Human Resource (HR) Manager to drive the development and growth of our domestic and international HR strategies. In this pivotal role, you'll oversee high-level HR activities, including planning and implementing HR programs, policies, and processes on employee relations, performance management, recruiting, and onboarding. You'll also provide valuable HR-related advice and counsel to our leadership team, organize impactful training programs, and collaborate with operations, finance, and HR teams to ensure successful global implementation of HR initiatives. Join us in our mission to make a tangible impact worldwide. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/dYKRYbnM #JobOpening #Hiring #HRManager #CareerOpportunity #JoinTheFight #TeamHTI #GlobalImpact

We are hiring! Join HTI in our mission to decimate human trafficking. We're seeking a dedicated Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) Manager to lead our efforts in enhancing program effectiveness. As a MERL Manager, you'll play a crucial role in assessing and improving HTI's global programs, ensuring quality reporting, and delivering impactful data analytics. If you're passionate about using data to drive change and foster knowledge utilization, we want you on our team! Learn more about the position and apply here: https://lnkd.in/dYKRYbnM #JobOpening #Hiring #DataDrivenImpact #JoinOurTeam #HumanTraffickingPrevention

Happy Uganda Independence Day! Today, October 9, marks 62 years since the Pearl of Africa became a fully sovereign nation. We are celebrating alongside our Partner Country! HTI’s work in Uganda aims to secure freedom and independence for every individual. To learn more about our unique and proven model, visit https://lnkd.in/gXSTpBec #Uganda #UgandanIndependence #UgandaIndependenceDay #Celebrate #Freedom #Independence

The recent Multi-Agency Task Force meeting on implementing the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for investigating and prosecuting cases of trafficking in persons (TiP) was a significant step forward in combating human trafficking in Uganda. Leaders expressed their appreciation for the collective commitment of task force members and highlighted the framework's importance in aligning fieldwork with international best practices. Various anti-trafficking agencies provided updates on the SOPs' dissemination and implementation, emphasizing the need for enhanced investigative and prosecutorial capabilities. The discussions underscored the importance of open communication, cooperation, and collaboration among various stakeholders. The meeting also focused on training personnel in victim-identification techniques and trauma-informed care practices. These initiatives aim to improve the identification of victims, capture of perpetrators, and securing of convictions. We are so grateful for this partnership and collaboration that is so crucial to decimating human trafficking. #Partnership #ODDP #AntiTrafficking #StopTraffickers #Meeting