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An Introduction to the Trafficking Survivors Relief Act (TSRA): Federal Criminal Record Relief
The Trafficking Survivors Relief Act (TSRA) provides relief to survivors of human trafficking who committed certain federal offenses as a direct result of having been a victim of trafficking. The Act allows for various types of relief based on the stage or outcome of prosecution and the type of crime alleged or committed including vacatur, expungement, sentence mitigation, and affirmative defenses. During this webinar, Senior Staff Attorney Miranda Boyle and Co-Executive Director Jean Bruggeman review the options available under the TSRA.
Levels: Introductory
Material Types: Promising Practices Webinars & Videos
Types of Trafficking: Labor Trafficking Sex Trafficking
Keywords: Criminal Record Relief Legal Services Promising Practices Survivor Leadership Trauma Informed
Demographics: Adults Foreign National US Citizen/Legal Permanent Resident
What Survivors Can Expect: Post-Conviction Relief
If you have an arrest or conviction connected to your trafficking experience, this training will help you better understand what options may be available and what the process can look like.
During this webinar, Senior Advocate Chanel Toleston walks through what post-conviction relief means, how it may apply to survivors, and what you can realistically expect if you choose to explore this process.
Levels: Introductory
Material Types: Promising Practices Webinars & Videos
Types of Trafficking: Labor Trafficking Sex Trafficking
Keywords: Awareness Criminal Record Relief Legal Services Promising Practices Survivor Leadership Trauma Informed
Demographics: Adults Foreign National US Citizen/Legal Permanent Resident
Some Measure of Justice: Post-Conviction Relief for Survivors of Human Trafficking
This guide is intended to serve as a supportive tool to help survivors better understand what post-conviction relief is, what the process may involve, and how they can begin preparing before deciding whether to connect with an attorney, legal team, or program.
Levels: Introductory
Material Types: Promising Practices Reports
Types of Trafficking: Labor Trafficking Sex Trafficking
Keywords: Criminal Record Relief Legal Services Survivor Leadership Trauma Informed
Demographics: Adults Foreign National US Citizen/Legal Permanent Resident
US Advisory Council on Human Trafficking 2025 Annual Report
The past decade of the U.S. Advisory Council on Human Trafficking reflects a vital undertaking by survivors committed to social change and justice. In honor of the 10-year anniversary of the Council, this year’s report is an effort to examine our shared progress, challenges, and lessons learned as we confront the complex realities of human trafficking. The past 10 years have been marked by expanding perspectives, shifting landscapes, and recognizing that meaningful progress requires both introspection and action.
Levels: Introductory
Material Types: Reports
Types of Trafficking: Labor Trafficking Sex Trafficking
Keywords: Awareness Policy Survivor Leadership
Sample Trauma-Responsive Policy- Appendix C
This is a Sample HR Trauma-Responsive Policy produced by Kristy Cho.
Levels: Intermediate
Material Types: Tools
Keywords: Policy Program Management Promising Practices Standards of Care Survivor Leadership Trauma Informed
Demographics: Adults
The 6 C’s of Becoming an Advocate Video
This is video is an accompaniment to The 6 C's of Becoming an Advocate toolkit; a collaborative project of The Survivor Alliance, International Institute of Buffalo and Freedom Network USA. The goal of this collaboration is to support human trafficking survivors decide how or if they want to be involved in the anti-trafficking movement. This video features seasoned survivor leaders from across the US. They share details about the work they do and the lessons they have learned along the way. You can find the accompanying workbook here.
Levels: Intermediate
Material Types: Tools Webinars & Videos
Types of Trafficking: Labor Trafficking Sex Trafficking
Keywords: Survivor Leadership
Demographics: Adults Foreign National LGBTQIA+ Men and Boys US Citizen/Legal Permanent Resident Youth
The 6 C’s of Becoming an Advocate Workbook
This workbook is a tool that allows survivors to both assess their readiness to participate in the anti-trafficking movement and also consider the diverse paths of participation. The toolkit includes a video, which features seasoned survivor leaders, share their work and experiences in the field.
Levels: Intermediate
Material Types: Tools
Types of Trafficking: Labor Trafficking Sex Trafficking
Keywords: Survivor Leadership
Demographics: Adults Foreign National LGBTQIA+ Men and Boys US Citizen/Legal Permanent Resident Youth
Survivors Sharing their Voices
Survivors of trafficking move on to reclaim their lives in so many different ways. The trafficking experience is not a core piece of their identity. Learn more about how survivors can share their voices while protecting their privacy. This video is a part of New York Anti Trafficking Network's #TalkTraffic series.
Levels: Introductory
Material Types: Webinars & Videos
Types of Trafficking: Labor Trafficking Sex Trafficking
Keywords: Awareness Survivor Leadership
Human Trafficking Survivor Leadership in the United States
This white paper explores human trafficking survivor leadership development in the United States. The author discusses existing programs, identifies gaps, and makes recommendations to improve access and impact for survivor leaders.
Levels: Introductory
Material Types: Reports
Types of Trafficking: Labor Trafficking Sex Trafficking
Keywords: Survivor Leadership
Help! Survivor Consultant Tax Planning
The second of the Survivor Consultant and Tax Webinar series. Independent consultants have the additional burden of withholding their own taxes. This webinar provides an introduction to tax planning for consultants. Topics include how to plan for your tax liability, what to do with IRS notifications and tricks for filing. This webinar is intended to provide an overview of information. Tax advice should be given on an individual basis based on that person's individual circumstances.
