Global Alliance Against Traffic in Women (GAATW)

The Global Alliance Against Traffic in Women (GAATW) is an international organization dedicated to combating human trafficking, particularly the trafficking of women and girls. Founded in 1999, GAATW works to promote the rights of trafficked individuals and raise awareness about the complexities of trafficking. It advocates for policy changes, supports grassroots organizations, and conducts research to better understand trafficking's causes and impacts. GAATW emphasizes a human rights-based approach, focusing on prevention, protection, and empowerment, and seeks to engage various stakeholders, including governments, NGOs, and communities, in the fight against human trafficking worldwide.