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In October, the CCHT marked its third anniversary as the first unified, intercomponent coordination center for countering human trafficking and the importation of goods produced with forced labor. The Center was stood up on October 20, 2020, to advance counter human trafficking law enforcement operations, protect victims, and enhance prevention efforts by aligning DHS’s capabilities and expertise across offices into one location. CCHT staff includes special agents, intelligence research specialists, and others with experience in labor and sex trafficking investigations, victim protection, and training and outreach. 16 components and offices within DHS are represented at the Center. In December 2022, the CCHT was codified into U.S. law with the signing of the Countering Human Trafficking Act of 2021. “As the CCHT proudly observes its third anniversary, the Center continues to make strides in its mission to relentlessly combat human trafficking,” said Director Cardell T. Morant. By using every resource at our disposal, the CCHT remains committed to its cornerstone ‘4 Ps’ in dismantling this pervasive crime against vulnerable populations: prosecution, prevention, protection, and partnerships.” For more information about the CCHT and the work it does to support investigations, protect victims, and raise awareness about human trafficking, visit go.dhs.gov/4PT. |
