Location: Washington, DC, USA

This training is a unique opportunity for elected and executive-level leadership from police and prosecutor agencies to develop and refine human trafficking responses to improve victim identification and promote public safety.
Experienced faculty with a variety of subject-matter expertise will facilitate peer-to-peer conversations around the following topics:
• Organizational infrastructure, resources, policies, and practices to more effectively combat sex and labor trafficking;
• Integration of survivor voices to develop, implement, and sustain promising practices that are victim-centered and trauma-informed;
• Effective communication of the realities of human trafficking;
• Minimizing barriers to victim disclosure

Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Wellspring Living is proud to host ACTIVATE Conference on November 6th & 7th, 2025, at Mount Paran North Church. This two-day event is designed to educate, equip, and empower advocates, professionals, and community members in the collective effort to combat human trafficking.

With a mission to transform the lives of those at risk or victimized by sexual exploitation, Wellspring Living is expanding its impact by convening diverse organizations, communities, and counties from across Georgia and the United States for a conference rooted in trauma-informed, survivor-centered advocacy.

Attendees will gain practical tools and strategic insight grounded in the 4 Ps of combatting trafficking (prevention, protection, prosecution, and partnership). These core pillars guide participants in identifying risk factors, applying trauma-informed care, strengthening legal and policy responses, and building cross-sector collaborations that lead to lasting change.

Location: Redmond, Washington, USA

Child labor is on the rise, the landscape of online-facilitated trafficking is evolving rapidly, and new regulations are creating heightened attention on forced labor in global supply chains. In this shifting context, access to accurate, real-time information and data, and the deployment of effective technology tools are more critical than ever before to prevent, disrupt and mitigate modern slavery.

The Tech Against Trafficking summit will gather business leaders, anti-slavery experts, policymakers, governments, academia, technologists, and individuals with lived experience to discuss how to harness the power of technology to address modern slavery in its different forms—including forced labor in supply chains, human trafficking, and forced criminality facilitated through online platforms.

Location: Los Angeles, California

International Conference on Human Trafficking and Social Justice aims to bring together leading academic scientists, researchers and research scholars to exchange and share their experiences and research results on all aspects of Human Trafficking and Social Justice. It also provides a premier interdisciplinary platform for researchers, practitioners and educators to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, and concerns as well as practical challenges encountered and solutions adopted in the fields of Human Trafficking and Social Justice.

Location: Virtual

The Office on Violence Against Women is a grant-making agency in the U.S. Department of Justice. Under §903 of Title IX of the United States Department of Justice Reauthorization and Violence Against Women Act of 2005 (VAWA 2005), OVW is responsible for conducting annual government-to-government consultations with the leaders of all Federally recognized Indian tribal governments on behalf of the United States Attorney General.

Location: Wyoming, Michigan

No longer do we have the luxury of deciding whether or not we need to know about human trafficking. Learn how to become a circle of protection around the loved ones in your life by coming to one of our Civilian First Responder (CFR) conferences. Here, you will learn what makes a community susceptible to trafficking, how to identify a victim, how to respond to and report suspicious activity, and more. Discover helpful tips, action plans, and ways to protect the innocent.

Location: Orlando, Florida, USA

This unforgettable and inspiring conference features today’s most pressing issues in the anti-trafficking field. Presentations and workshops will focus on skill-building, survivor experiences, cross-discipline collaboration, task force development, case studies and lessons learned. The JuST Conference continues to stand by the motto that each person has a role to play in preventing and ending commercial sexual exploitation and that a collaborative community response is critical. Whether you are just getting started or have been working on the issue for years, we have something for everyone.

Location: Vancouver, Canada

International Conference on Human Trafficking and Prevention Policies aims to bring together leading academic scientists, researchers and research scholars to exchange and share their experiences and research results on all aspects of Human Trafficking and Prevention Policies. It also provides a premier interdisciplinary platform for researchers, practitioners and educators to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, and concerns as well as practical challenges encountered and solutions adopted in the fields of Human Trafficking and Prevention Policies.

Location: Virtual

The International Human Trafficking & Social Justice Conference’s mission is to unite the global community to learn, connect, and collaborate to combat human trafficking and promote social justice. Over the past 22 years, they have welcomed thousands of attendees from 50 states and 60 countries! All are welcome to join us in sharing knowledge and diverse perspectives at the conference. Our conference has a maximum of 12 continuing education credits for social work, counseling, marriage & family therapy, chemical dependency, health education, public health, occupational therapy, DODD, and law.

Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA

The Cook County Human Trafficking Task Force (CCHTTF) is a multi-disciplinary task force that brings advocates, law enforcement, healthcare professionals, social service, and legal service agencies together to address human trafficking. The Task Force is a joint project of the Salvation Army STOP-IT program and the Cook County State's Attorney's Office.

Each year, the Task Force hosts a human trafficking conference to inform, educate and strengthen anti-trafficking efforts in Cook County and the Northern District of IL. The conference generally features two full days of presentations on innovative work from local and national experts on human trafficking. This year, the conference will include an virtual introductory session, prior to the conference, for newly engaged stakeholders who seek to build their skills and incorporate strategies for trauma-informed support for survivors of human trafficking.

Location: Clearwater, Florida, USA

For more than 15 years, the International Association of Human Trafficking Investigators has provided top notch education, resources, and networking opportunities for professionals worldwide. Attendees gain valuable insights into investigative strategies, emerging technologies, and collaborative approaches to combat human trafficking. Join them for the 14th Annual IAHTI Conference, the premier gathering for professionals in the fight against human trafficking. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Clearwater Beach, this conference brings together law enforcement officers, investigators, victim service providers, and leading experts to address the latest trends, tools, and techniques in human trafficking investigations.

Location: London, United Kingdom

International Conference on Human Trafficking, Slavery and Exploitation aims to bring together leading academic scientists, researchers and research scholars to exchange and share their experiences and research results on all aspects of Human Trafficking, Slavery and Exploitation. It also provides a premier interdisciplinary platform for researchers, practitioners and educators to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, and concerns as well as practical challenges encountered and solutions adopted in the fields of Human Trafficking, Slavery and Exploitation.

Location: San Diego, California

The San Diego Summit is a unique forum for professionals across all disciplines and philosophies to gather for in-depth exchange of current information on all facets of violence, abuse and trauma prevention, intervention, treatment, and research. We are one of the very few events that include researchers, practitioners, advocates, survivors, and front-line workers from all disciplines to share information, discuss controversial issues, and engage in difficult dialogues. Evident in our uniquely comprehensive programming, the Summit focuses on linking research, practice, policy and advocacy to promote violence-free living for all. Opportunities for networking, continuing education, specialty certifications, and more make this an event you don’t want to miss.

Location: Dallas, Texas

Internationally recognized, the Crimes Against Children Conference is the largest conference of its kind, providing practical and interactive instruction to those fighting crimes against children and helping children heal. There were more than 5,000 professionals from around the world in attendance in 2024!

The conference is presented annually by the Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center. The conference is conducted to provide training to those employed by government or nonprofit agencies in the fields of law enforcement, child protective services, social work, children’s advocacy, therapy, and medicine who work directly with child victims of crime.

Location: San Francisco, California

For the past 50 years NOVA has hosted a professional training event across the U.S. bringing together over 60,000 advocates and victim service professionals. NOVA anticipates attendance of 2,000+ attendees at the upcoming training event, the majority of whom will include, but not be limited to, victims of crime, victim advocates, student advocates, first responders, sexual assault and domestic violence advocates, prosecutors, judges, social workers, and other allied professionals working in both military and civilian agencies worldwide.

The Training Event will make use of a variety of learning formats, including approximately 100 workshops and general session keynote addresses all with a focus on trauma-informed approaches, culturally responsive strategies, and self-care for professionals in the field of victim advocacy.

Location: Chiang Mai, Thailand (virtual options available)

The Asia Region Anti-Trafficking conference is a project of the Global Learning Community (GLC). The GLC is a cooperative of over 250 people from 49 countries that are learning together to grow and serve the anti-trafficking and modern slavery response around the world. The conference is structured to create a learning community where participants can actively engage with and learn from one another. We aim to create a virtual and physical space for connections and partnership to occur organically and intentionally, and we cultivate a relaxed atmosphere that encourages authenticity and support for one another.

2025 Asia Region Anti-Trafficking Conference Themes:

1. Organizational Development & Capacity Building - Contributing to the ongoing development of individuals and organizations in attendance and providing them with practical tools, resources, and knowledge for professional growth

2. Current Trends & Research in the Region - Equipping conference attendees with up-to-date research from our sector and information about the developing trafficking trends within the region

3. Survivor Inclusion - Prioritizing the role of survivors of trafficking in the movement and ensuring that they retain a prominent place as contributors both on stage and behind the scenes

4. Collaboration & Networking - Cultivating a space where relationships can be forged and strengthened for the benefit of the movement and the people in it

Location: Houston, Texas

The Center of Research Excellence to Counter Human Trafficking (CRECHT), an element of the Borders, Trade, and Immigration Institute (BTI Institute), a Department of Homeland Security Center of Excellence, in partnership with the Center for Immigration Studies, and the Harris County Independent School District, will host the fourth annual “Conference to Combat Human Trafficking: Research and Technology”.

The purpose of the conference is two-fold:

1. To present new research and innovative technologies that may be used in efforts to halt human trafficking; and

2. To identify areas for future research and to develop viable solutions through technologies and enhanced capabilities to counter human trafficking and smuggling.

Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

The 12th International Spirituality Conference

The transdisciplinary conference aims to explore the evolving role of spirituality in addressing systemic and social transformation. In an era marked by rapid changes and global challenges, cultivating relationships and connectedness, belonging, and well-being are essential for fostering personal, community, and global flourishing. 

This conference will bring together academics, practitioners, students, and advocates interested in the intersection of spirituality and systemic change. 

Location: Dallas, Texas

Southern Methodist University (SMU) Human Trafficking Data Research (HTDR) Project is pleased to present the 2025 SMU Human Trafficking Data Conference with the theme Strategies for Effective Human Trafficking Data. This conference brings together researchers, practitioners, law enforcement and governmental officials, nonprofit organizations, data scientists, and other stakeholders who value the quality, availability, and efficacy of human trafficking data.

Location: Washington, DC

We invite you to join us and hundreds of other movement leaders, activists, opinion shapers, and policy experts for The WorldWE Conference: Building the WorldWE Want, to build on our collective successes and spark change in communities across the country. 

Join us for two days of robust and actionable skill-building and education June 4th through 6th in Washington, DC, where we will feature innovative solutions and impactful strategies to navigate the movement to end exploitation. Together, we will shape a collective vision for a world free from exploitation and harm.

This year’s conference will feature thought-provoking keynote speeches from leading voices in the movement, survivor-led discussions that center lived experiences, and interactive workshops designed to equip attendees with the tools to drive meaningful change. Explore topics such as innovative advocacy strategies, legal reforms, survivor-centered care, and dismantling systemic inequities.

Location: Bismarck, North Dakota, USA

Human Trafficking exists in North Dakota. The agencies, service-providers, and individuals working to address this issue face many challenges: educating the public, apprehending offenders, supporting survivors, and working towards prevention.

The 5th Annual Bakken Human Trafficking Summit will focus on a variety of topics related to sex and labor trafficking, sexual exploitation, pornography and more.

This event, organized by North Dakota-based nonprofit 31:8 Project, features several keynotes, breakout sessions, and panel discussions to better inform the community about sex and labor trafficking in Western North Dakota.

Our event speakers will include: law enforcement, healthcare professionals, human service representatives, and survivors of human trafficking.

Location: Portland, Oregon

The Clackamas County District Attorney's Office, Children's Center and Safety Compass have joined forces, combining the Oregon Child Abuse Symposium and Human Trafficking C.O.M.P.A.S.S Summit to bring you the OCAHT Summit, an all new two-day interactive experience of over 40 learning sessions presented by Multidisciplinary Team leaders, changemakers, and direct service providers.  This year's presenters are subject matter experts in best practice and the most up to date research at Local, State and National levels.

Highlighting the theme for this year, "Beyond the Surface: Uncovering and Addressing Hidden Forms of Maltreatment", we are committed to providing each of you with trauma informed, tangible skills you can leave with and begin utilizing in your practice immediately.

Location: Anaheim, California

End Violence Against Women International (EVAWI) is a catalyst for justice and healing, so EVERY survivor of sexual assault and domestic violence gets the right response, every time.

Stay tuned for more information about the 2025 conference!

Location: Silver City, New Mexico

Join us at the Silver Regional Human Trafficking Conference to learn, connect, and take action against this important issue! Hear from experts in the field, participate in workshops, and connect with others who are passionate about combating human and sex trafficking.

Who should attend: law enforcement, victim advocates, attorneys, medical professionals, first responders, university students, social workers, counselors, teachers, or nurses