Human trafficking is a pervasive global issue that affects every country in the world, and the Department of State has made combating human trafficking a top priority. The Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report Hero award honors individuals who have contributed significantly to ending all forms of human trafficking.
Secretary Blinken Poses for a Group Photo with 2022 TIP Report Heroes and J/TIP Senior Official Dr. Johnstone. Top row (L-R): Mohammed Tariqul Islam of Bangladesh, the Secretary, Senior Official for the Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons (J/TIP) Dr. Kari Johnston, and Major Mohammad al-Khlaifat of Jordan. Bottom row (L-R): of Judge Cornelius Wennah of Liberia, Irena Dawid-Olczyk of Poland, and Apinya Tajit of Thailand. Not pictured: Kateryna Cherepakha of Ukraine.
During the 2022 TIP Report launch ceremony, the U.S. Department of State honored six 2022 TIP Report Heroes for their tireless commitment to combating human trafficking. This year, the TIP Report Heroes include leaders in government, advocacy, and civil society from Bangladesh, Jordan, Liberia, Poland, Thailand, and Ukraine.
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken hosts the 2022 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report launch ceremony at the U.S. Department of State, in Washington, D.C., on July 19, 2022.
Cultural exchanges are a vital element of our foreign policy and a powerful way to connect and share best practices. The 2022 TIP Report Heroes are currently participating in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), the U.S. Department of State’s premier professional exchange program. The Heroes are attending professional meetings in Washington, D.C.; Philadelphia, PA; and Reno, NV and forging connections with U.S. community leaders with the shared goal of combating all forms of human trafficking. The meetings are focused on the integral themes of prosecution, prevention, protection, and partnerships. The Heroes are also examining the compounding effects of the pandemic, exploring concerns related to racial equity and justice, and highlighting effective survivor engagement.
