Trafficking is a serious crime that can happen to anyone, including refugees and newcomers. You are not alone, and help is available. This page has information and resources to help you and your family stay safe, recognize the signs of trafficking, and find help if you or someone you know has been affected. All services listed here are available to refugees and newcomers regardless of immigration status.
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RESOURCES: Resources for Survivors
National Human Trafficking Hotline
National Human Trafficking Hotline
Call: 1-888-373-7888
Text: “HELP” to 233733 (BeFree)
Resource Type: Hotline and website
Source: National Human Trafficking Hotline
Languages: English, Spanish, and more than 200 other languages
Description: This is a national reporting tipline for the public to report any suspected cases of sexual abuse, sexual exploitation, sex trafficking, or sex tourism involving or sent to children.
Cyber Tipline
Cyber Tipline
Call: 1-800-843-5678
Resource Type: Hotline and Website
Source: National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
Languages: English
Description: This is a national reporting tipline for the public to report any suspected cases of sexual abuse, sexual exploitation, sex trafficking, or sex tourism involving or sent to children.
Find Local Services
Find Local Services
Resource Type: Website
Source: National Human Trafficking Hotline
Languages: English
Description: This website allows you to find free legal help anywhere in the U.S. if you have been trafficked.
OTIP - Request for Assistance
OTIP - Request for Assistance
Resource Type: Website
Source: OTIP
Languages: English
Description: This official government website explains the eligibility requirements individuals who have experienced trafficking and how they can receive benefits and services, including job training, food, housing, financial assistance, health care, certification and eligibility letters, and more.
Global Modern Slavery Directory
Global Modern Slavery Directory
Resource Type: Website
Source: Global Modern Slavery Directory
Languages: English
Description: This website offers a searchable directory of anti-trafficking services in the U.S. and worldwide.
Child Sex Trafficking - Recovery Services Team (RST)
Child Sex Trafficking - Recovery Services Team (RST)
Resource Type: PDF
Source: National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
Languages: English
Description: This handout discusses the technical support that the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children can provide through their Recovery Services Team. Case-based, trauma-informed services are available to child trafficking victims.