Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons

The Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons is a U.S. government agency responsible for leading efforts to fight human trafficking worldwide. It monitors and evaluates countries’ progress in preventing trafficking, protecting victims, and prosecuting offenders. The office also provides funding and support for anti-trafficking initiatives and works to raise awareness about this global issue. Its goal is to improve protections for vulnerable populations and hold traffickers accountable, contributing to global efforts to eliminate modern slavery.