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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.

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.

Vicarious Trauma in Anti-Trafficking Housing Work

Led by Katie Papke, LMSW, CAADC, CCHTVSP, and moderated by Freedom Network USA, This session explored the impact of vicarious trauma, common reactions to secondary trauma, and practical strategies for self-care, mindful regulation, and trauma-informed organizational practices—plus a moment to pause and breathe together.

FAQs About the Backpage Remission Process for Human Trafficking Survivors

This resource is intended for survivors who think they may qualify for compensation through the Backpage Remission. Due to the quickly changing legal landscape, we understand some survivors may have concerns about submitting a petition and sharing information with the federal government. The answers to the questions below are intended to provide survivors with information to make an informed decision for themselves, and connect them with available resources. The information provided below is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice.

OTIP Program Instruction: Prohibition on Inclusion of Adverse Information on Consumer Reporting in Cases of Human Trafficking

This Program Instruction (PI) authorizes prime recipients and subrecipients (collectively, "award recipients”) of awards from the Office on Trafficking in Persons (OTIP) to issue victim determinations to current and previous clients served by the funded agencies.

How to Read a Credit Report: An Economic Advocacy Tool

This toolkit explains how to understand the information listed on a credit report and provides an example dispute letter for old or inaccurate information.

Has My Identity Been Compromised?

Survivors of trafficking often have little to no control over their personal information and/or financial accounts while experiencing trafficking. If personal identifiers (Social Security number, driver’s license, student ID, etc.) or account/user credentials (account number, username/password, etc.) have been compromised, there is a greater risk of an identity crime. See more resources for trafficking survivors on ITRC's website.