National Human Trafficking Prevention Month

This month, led by the U.S. Department of State, highlights efforts to combat human trafficking and support survivors. It underscores the importance of recognizing trafficking signs and taking actionable steps to end this crime. Human trafficking is a crime in which force, fraud or coercion is used to compel a person to perform labor, services or commercial sex. It affects all populations: adults, children, men, women, foreign nationals and U.S. citizens, and all economic classes. The Defense Department continues to raise awareness and do its part to end this crime.