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Human Trafficking

Last Updated: December 29, 2022 | Press Releases

President Biden Signs legislation that codifies and expands DHS fight against human trafficking

On December 27, 2022, President Biden signed the “Countering Human Trafficking Act of 2022,” which codifies and expands DHS's CCHT.

Last Updated: December 16, 2022 | Site Page

Upcoming Events

Thank you for your interest in learning more about the Blue Campaign's upcoming events!  January 2023 is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month and the Blue Campaign has several events for the general public to join!  Please see the list below for Blue Campaign events that will be hosted in January.

Last Updated: September 27, 2022 | Publication

Blue Campaign Language Access Plan

This Language Access plan outlines the Blue Campaign's language access priorities, evaluation tools, and more related to its translated materials.

Last Updated: July 22, 2022 | Publication

Gender-Based Pamphlet

This gender-based violence pamphlet defines what gender-based violence (GBV) is, who is affected by GBV, and how and where to seek help if you or someone you know is experiencing any form of gender-based violence.  This pamphlet is available in English, Arabic, Bengali, Chinese (Traditional), French, Hindi, Portuguese, Russian, Somali, Spanish, and Urdu.

Last Updated: July 19, 2022 | Site Page

BLI Airport Resources

BLI Airport Graphics can be utilized to help spread the message on how to identify and report suspected instances of human trafficking.

Last Updated: June 16, 2022 | Publication

Blue Campaign Special Initiatives Resources

DHS covers everything from counterterrorism to the Nation's maritime and border security, protection of national leaders, and response to natural disasters.

Last Updated: June 3, 2022 | Publication

Code Enforcement Officers - Human Trafficking Awareness Information Sheet

This information sheet provides details on what human trafficking is, who are victims, what the difference between sex trafficking and forced labor is and provides a list of indicators for both sex trafficking and forced labor.

Last Updated: June 3, 2022 | Publication

Campus Law Enforcement Pocket Card

This card outlines indicators of human trafficking among a student population that campus law enforcement should be aware of.  This card also provides information on how campus law enforcement can utilize a victim-centered approach to make victims feel safe and develop trust among the community.  

Last Updated: June 2, 2022 | Site Page

Social Media Shareables

Join Blue Campaign in raising awareness of human trafficking through social media this #WearBlueDay. The Campaign invites you to download any of the graphics below to post on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

Last Updated: June 2, 2022 | Site Page

How to Participate

 There are many ways you can get involved with #WearBlueDay. We look forward to seeing your creative ideas and photos on social media!