The Mississippi Human Trafficking Council is a statewide multidisciplinary collaboration of law enforcement, victim service providers, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and other stakeholders committed to improving Mississippi’s response to human trafficking.
The Council serves as a central coordinating body to strengthen collaboration, improve strategic action, maximize resources, and support sustainable statewide efforts to address all forms of human trafficking.
Our Mission
The mission of the Mississippi Human Trafficking Council is to combat human trafficking in Mississippi through a collaborative, multidisciplinary, victim-centered partnership that works to prevent trafficking, protect victims, and investigate and prosecute offenders.
Our Vision
The Council envisions a future where human trafficking is prevented through awareness, education, and collaboration; survivors are supported with dignity, compassionate care, and access to quality services; and communities are equipped to promote safety, justice, and healing for all.
Core Functions
The Council supports the development, coordination, and advancement of trauma-informed, victim-centered, collaborative, and sustainable statewide efforts to:
- Identify victims of all forms of human trafficking.
- Improve the investigation and prosecution of sex trafficking and labor trafficking offenses.
- Strengthen access to comprehensive services and support for all trafficking victims.
- Promote training, public awareness, professional capacity building, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
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Get Involved
For information about Council participation, working groups, or regional task force development, contact:
Lori Hill
Statewide Human Trafficking Coordinator
Chair, Mississippi Human Trafficking Council
Email: lhill@dps.ms.gov
Office: 601-987-1671
For assistance or reporting information, visit Get Help and Report Human Trafficking.