Interparliamentary Taskforce on Human Trafficking

The first consortium of lawmakers, government leaders, and lived-experience experts committed to policy solutions to stop human trafficking.

[Interparliamentary Taskforce on Human Trafficking @taskforceonht]

@HGreen8385 @J4FHS Thank you for your bravery in sharing. Everyone should watch your testimony and read your recommendations.

[Interparliamentary Taskforce on Human Trafficking @taskforceonht]

Today we convened one of the most consequential webinars we have ever hosted: Survivor-Led Policy Solutions to Stop Elite Human Trafficking Networks.

Survivor leaders @HGreen8385 and @J4FHS with direct experience of exploitation connected to the Epstein and Fayed networks presented first-hand testimony and specific policy proposals — addressing gaps in legislation, cross-jurisdictional enforcement failures, victim support frameworks, and accountability for those who abuse positions of power. We are grateful to Dame Karen Bradley MP for her leadership in planning this event as well as the many international lawmakers who participated and UN Special Rapporteur Katerina Swartz, OSCE Special Representative @SRKariJohnstone Johnstone, and Inter-Parliamentary Union President @TuliaAckson.

Human trafficking is the fastest-growing criminal enterprise in the world. It funds terrorism, armed conflict, and gender apartheid. It is a borderless crime, and synergistic laws across nations are a key to stopping it.

Watch the video and read their recommendations here: https://t.co/WmAKurIYRh

We also welcome having other survivor leaders submit an impact statement and policy recommendation here: https://t.co/WmAKurIYRh

Thank you to MasterWord for sponsoring this critical conversation, and to every lawmaker, official, and survivor leader who participated.

#HumanTrafficking #SurvivorLed #AntiTrafficking #ITHT #Policy #HumanRights #EndTrafficking

[Interparliamentary Taskforce on Human Trafficking @taskforceonht]

Last week ITHT had the honor of participating in history at the United States Capitol — the launch of the Combating Human Trafficking Congressional Caucus. https://t.co/4YRSCAWl40
This is the kind of legislative coalition we hope to see throughout the word.
#HumanTrafficking

[Interparliamentary Taskforce on Human Trafficking @taskforceonht]

This week the 2025 US Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report was released which reviews and ranks nearly every nation in the world.

Read the full report here:

https://t.co/PXptTFcNAR

#HumanTrafficking #ModernSlavery #ForcedLabor #AIAbuse #GlobalJustice

[Interparliamentary Taskforce on Human Trafficking @taskforceonht]

Last week’s ATIP Policy Dinner brought together global leaders, changemakers, and policy innovators from around the world for an evening of powerful dialogue and collaboration in advance of the ATIP Global Policy Summit.

@3Strands_Global

#ATIPPolicyDinner #EndExploitation

[Interparliamentary Taskforce on Human Trafficking @taskforceonht]

This is only the beginning, and together we are building solutions that address exploitation at its root and protect the most vulnerable worldwide.

#ATIPSummit #humantrafficking #endexploitation

[Interparliamentary Taskforce on Human Trafficking @taskforceonht]

Today is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons and we want to hear from you:

What anti-trafficking or exploitation policy do you believe every country should adopt?

Let’s build a safer worldtogether.
https://t.co/S1dY6M2rXr

#EndTrafficking #GlobalPolicy #HumanRights #ATIP

[Interparliamentary Taskforce on Human Trafficking @taskforceonht]

Historic bill likely to pass in the United States to enact a federal Non-Punishment Principle for survivors of trafficking.

Read more about the Trafficking Survivors Relief Act (TSRA) in our latest ITHT article:

https://t.co/u4PsISjzgM

#legislation #humanrights #justice

[AnneBasham @annebashamDC]

“The CCP could not undermine love. My love for my sister. My love for my people and my love for democracy.” - @rushanabbas

Last week, I had the honor of celebrating my friend Rushan Abbas, a tireless advocate against the genocide of the Uyghur people, Founder of @CampaignUyghurs and member of the @taskforceonht . She just released her powerful new book Unbroken, sharing 3 generations of stories and exposing the false narratives spread by the CCP .

Her book launch at the @HudsonInstitute with @OliviaEnos was especially meaningful because it’s where she first publicly exposed the ongoing genocide of her people in 2018. Unfortunately, because of this her sister Gulshan was detained by the CCP within days.

Transnational repression—where authoritarian regimes target dissidents abroad through harassment, intimidation, and imprisonment—is an increasingly urgent issue. The harassment is strategic, targeted, and designed to silence those fighting for freedom, justice, and democracy. It should be recognized as a crime against humanity.

The Uyghur genocide uniquely is not just a human rights concern, but it intersects the American consumer since much of our cotton and products made with lithium are likely processed in Uyghur concentration camps. This is why the bipartisan Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) which passed over 3 years ago has now stood the test of time and is proven to be one of the most impactful human rights bills in our nation and one which still stands as a model for other nations. Good policy can save lives.

I’m honored to stand with Rushan and all who work to protect human rights everywhere.

#Uyghur #HumanRights #TransnationalRepression

[Interparliamentary Taskforce on Human Trafficking @taskforceonht]

ATIP (Anti-Trafficking in Persons) Policy Dinner: Madrid,Spain 🇪🇸
We hosted an incredibly productive ATIP Policy Dinner last week with leaders from throughout the world focused on stopping child trafficking. Thanks to the Foundation United for sponsoring the event!

[Interparliamentary Taskforce on Human Trafficking @taskforceonht]

We were honored to participate in the Madrid Parliamentary Intelligence-Security Forum this week hosted by President of the Senate Pedro Ojeda. The event brought 182 delegates from 57 countries dedicated to advancing security and 3000 people participated online. #HumanRights

[Better Care Network @BetterCareNet]

📢📚 Just Added to the BCN Library: "A Lawmaker’s Guide to Stopping Orphanage Trafficking" - This briefing book serves as a practical guide for legislators on how to work together to educate, advocate and legislate to end orphanage trafficking.
https://t.co/LAdc0lpxI3

[Interparliamentary Taskforce on Human Trafficking @taskforceonht]

Today, the @OSCE Special Representative for Combating Trafficking in Human Beings shared important guidance with lawmakers on tackling the growing threat of online exploitation.

Thank you again @SRKariJohnstone

#ChildProtection #Legislation
#EndHumanTrafficking

[Kari Johnstone @SRKariJohnstone]

It was an honor to speak with @taskforceonht about our common priorities of combating #humantrafficking, especially child trafficking, and protecting trafficking victims. Thank you to Chair @annebashamDC for the invitation. I look forward to cooperating to advance progress.

[Rushan Abbas @RushanAbbas]

Honored to contribute to an article exposing the CCP's state-sponsored crimes of human trafficking and forced labor against Uyghurs. Together with @taskforceonht and @annebashamDC, we are committed to confronting these atrocities.

[Interparliamentary Taskforce on Human Trafficking @taskforceonht]

Taskforce member and Founder of Campaign for Uyghurs, Rushan Abbas, is a tireless and effective advocate throughout the world for laws that stop state-sponsored human trafficking.

Read her full article here:

https://t.co/0Od8QKjSCG

#EndHumanTrafficking #Uyghur #UyghurCrisis

[Interparliamentary Taskforce on Human Trafficking @taskforceonht]

Today, we're excited to release a huge project we've been working this year. A true collaborative project, this resource is designed to help lawmakers worldwide combat the exploitation of vulnerable children through orphanages.

#HumanRights #ChildProtection

[Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner @UKAntiSlavery]

The IASC has written about why it’s so important to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking of children after speaking at @taskforceonht. In the UK 44% of potential victims of modern slavery were exploited as children. Read here: https://t.co/4mRr6D7VRX

[Interparliamentary Taskforce on Human Trafficking @taskforceonht]

🌍 Today is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, and this year's theme is "Leave No Child Behind in the Fight to End Child Trafficking." Every child deserves a safe and secure childhood.

#EndChildTrafficking #WorldDayAgainstTraffickingInPersons #StopChildTrafficking

[Interparliamentary Taskforce on Human Trafficking @taskforceonht]

Tomorrow is #WorldParliamentDay, and we are grateful for the many lawmakers around the world who are focused on creating and promoting laws that prevent and stop #humantrafficking. Parliaments and Congresses are an essential part of establishing #freedom and dignity for all.