What is the United States Government and ILAB, in particular, doing to combat human trafficking?
• The U.S. government’s strategy for ending tyranny, spreading freedom, and championing human dignity includes a commitment to ending human trafficking. The U.S. government believes that promoting democracy and human rights is the most effective long-term strategy for ensuring international stability. • U.S. government funding goes to governments and non-governmental and international organizations to support a range of efforts, including to: • create specialized law enforcement units; • train prosecutors and judges; • strengthen anti-trafficking laws; • provide emergency shelter and care for victims; • offer voluntary repatriation assistance; • make available long-term rehabilitation assistance and vocational training for victims; • provide legal advocacy; • offer psychological and medical assistance for victims; and • launch information campaigns. • As for ILAB, we carry out reporting and technical assistance internationally to track and combat trafficking in persons and forced labor
