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IACP Launches Toolkit to Strengthen Law Enforcement Response to Human Trafficking

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October 22, 2025

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Law enforcement's capacity to combat human trafficking is undergoing a critical enhancement. Agencies nationwide are focusing on specialized, victim-centered approaches to these complex crimes. This includes prioritizing trauma-informed care, improving victim identification, and establishing standardized investigation protocols.

These resources are designed to ensure officers are better equipped to handle trafficking cases effectively and humanely. Strengthening this response is vital for holding exploiters accountable and supporting the recovery and safety of survivors.

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IACP Launches Toolkit to Strengthen Law Enforcement Response to Human Trafficking - HSToday

The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) has unveiled a comprehensive online resource designed to bolster law enforcement capabilities in combatting human trafficking. The Building Police Agency Capacity: A Toolkit for Human Trafficking Investigations offers police agencies nationwide practical guidance for identifying victims, conducting trauma-informed investigations, and implementing victim-centered…

www.hstoday.us/subject-matter-areas/law-enforcement-and-public-safety/iacp-launches-toolkit-to-strengthen-law-enforcement-response-to-human-trafficking

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