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How To Find Immigration Legal Help & Avoid Notario Fraud

It can be daunting to navigate the immigration system and laws alone. Getting legal help with an immigration case can make the process easier to understand and can increase the chances of success. However, the wrong help can hurt. This resource gives information on where to look for good immigration legal help, what to keep in mind when working with an immigration lawyer or accredited representative, and how to avoid notario fraud and immigration scams.

Housing Strategies for Labor Trafficking Survivors

Led by Andrea Sherman and Anthony Paco from the Asian Association of Utah, and moderated by Freedom Network USA, This session explored creative housing strategies other more effectively support labor trafficking survivors.

New Federal Post-Conviction Relief for Survivors of Human Trafficking and Potential Benefits for Noncitizen Defendants

The Trafficking Survivors Relief Act (TSRA) was passed on January 23, 2026, and provides new federal post-conviction relief options for those convicted of certain federal offenses that were committed as a direct result of having been a victim of human trafficking. This practice alert discusses the new law and potential benefits for noncitizen defendants.

Fair Housing Protections for Survivors of Human Trafficking

This webinar, facilitated by Natalie Maxwell of the National Housing Law Project and Renee Williams of the National Low Income Housing Coalition, provides an overview of housing protections for survivors of human trafficking under the Fair Housing Act and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
Levels: Introductory  
Material Types: Webinars & Videos  
Types of Trafficking: Labor Trafficking   Sex Trafficking  
Keywords: Housing   Policy  
Demographics: Adults  

Summary and Analysis of the Trafficking Survivors Relief Act (TSRA)

The Trafficking Survivors Relief Act (TSRA) provides relief to survivors of human trafficking who committed certain offenses as a direct result of having been a victim of trafficking. This summary provides a section-by-section analysis of the new law, including the eligible offenses, types of record relief available, and the protections available to survivors.
Levels: Introductory  
Material Types: Fact Sheets  
Types of Trafficking: Labor Trafficking   Sex Trafficking  
Keywords: Criminal Record Relief   Legal Services  
Demographics: Adults  

Flying in the Face of Survivors: How the Trump Administration Dismantled Anti-Trafficking Services and Threatened Survivors in 2025

FNUSA's 2025 human trafficking policy report summarizes the policy changes that impacted survivors in 2025, including legislation, executive orders, and program guidance. It details the US Government's attempts to restrict access to victim services, dismantle institutions that protect survivors, and deny survivors' rights.
Levels: Introductory  
Material Types: Reports  
Types of Trafficking: Labor Trafficking   Sex Trafficking  
Keywords: Policy  
Demographics: Adults   Foreign National   LGBTQIA+   Men and Boys   US Citizen/Legal Permanent Resident   Youth  

FAQs about Federal Criminal Record Relief for Human Trafficking Survivors

Under a new law, the Trafficking Survivors Relief Act, human trafficking survivors can seek criminal record relief for federal arrests and convictions that were a direct result of their trafficking experience. This resource is intended for survivors who think they may qualify for record relief under this law. Since this is a first-of-its-kind federal record relief option, much is still unknown about how it will be implemented. The FAQ reflects common questions from survivors and advocates about the law. The questions and answers will be updated as more information becomes available.

Post-Conviction Advocacy for Survivors of Human Trafficking: A Guide for Attorneys

This guide includes an introduction to trafficking and post-conviction practice, trafficking vacatur laws, and best practices for working with survivors of human trafficking.
Levels: Intermediate  
Material Types: Tools  
Types of Trafficking: Labor Trafficking   Sex Trafficking  
Keywords: Criminal Record Relief   Legal Services   Promising Practices  
Demographics: Adults  

SRP’s Screening Call Script Sample 2025

FNUSA's Survivor Reentry Project uses this script to guide the initial screening call and capture relevant case information from survivors working toward criminal record relief.
Levels: Introductory  
Material Types: Tools  
Types of Trafficking: Labor Trafficking   Sex Trafficking  
Keywords: Criminal Record Relief   Promising Practices   Trauma Informed  
Demographics: Adults  

SRP’s Tipsheet on Next Steps Following Screening Call 2025

This tipsheet from FNUSA's Survivor Reentry Project provides information for survivors who are working with the SRP team on criminal record relief. It's information is specific to SRP.
Levels: Intermediate  
Material Types: Tools  
Types of Trafficking: Labor Trafficking   Sex Trafficking  
Keywords: Criminal Record Relief   Promising Practices   Trauma Informed  
Demographics: Adults