HOW GOVERNMENT LEADERS CAN HELP LEAD THE FIGHT AGAINST SEX TRAFFICKING
Support Legislation that Protects Victims
Effective legislation is essential to ensuring that individuals impacted by sex trafficking are identified as victims and connected to appropriate services rather than criminalized. Covered™ supports survivor-centered policies that strengthen protections, reduce vulnerability, and improve system-wide responses.
Government officials can partner with Covered™ by supporting legislation that prioritizes victim safety, informed care, and long-term recovery. Covered™ also serves as a resource for education and community insight related to the impact of trafficking at the local and state levels.
Stand with Covered™ to Issue Proclamations During Anti-Trafficking Observances
Public proclamations provide an important opportunity for government leaders to formally recognize human trafficking as a community concern and affirm a commitment to prevention and survivor support.
Covered™ partners with cities, counties, and governing bodies to support the issuance of official proclamations during recognized anti-trafficking observances. These proclamations help raise public awareness, encourage cross-sector collaboration, and reinforce a shared commitment to addressing exploitation.
April 19–25, 2026: National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
National Crime Victims’ Rights Week provides an important opportunity for government leaders to publicly affirm the rights, dignity, and protections owed to all crime victims — including those impacted by sex trafficking.
By issuing a proclamation during April 19–25, 2026, officials can formally recognize the experiences of victims, reinforce a commitment to survivor-centered responses, and promote awareness of available resources within their communities. Proclamations during this observance signal that victims’ rights, access to services, and pathways to justice remain a priority at every level of government.
Financially Invest in Survivor Services
Government investment in survivor services is a critical component of a comprehensive response to sex trafficking. Sustainable funding supports trauma-informed care, safe housing, case management, and pathways to stability and self-sufficiency.
Covered™ partners with public entities to support survivor services through appropriate funding mechanisms, grants, and community partnerships. Investment in these services strengthens outcomes for survivors and contributes to safer, more resilient communities.