The scope of forced labor and human trafficking has come into sharp focus in recent years, with estimates that 28 million women, men and children are victimized worldwide—more than any other time in history. Human trafficking is one of the largest criminal enterprises in the world, generating an estimated $236 billion in illicit profits annually.
ATEST advocates for robust funding of anti-trafficking work (including both labor and sex trafficking), holistic legislation and programmatic implementation that includes a victim-centered policy approach, strong U.S. leadership in the global fight to confront human trafficking and forced labor, and development of a stronger and inclusive anti-trafficking movement that builds collective voice and power.
November 2024 Transition Report to the Incoming Trump Administration
- Presidential Priorities for Ending Forced Labor, Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery 2025-2029
- FY26 Anti-trafficking Budget Recommendations to the White House Office of Management and Budget