Human trafficking is a complex issue.
To effectively address it and reduce the harms associated with the rescue industry, we need to develop new approaches for connecting, coordinating, and differentiating responses across sectors and regions.
A key part of GAATW Canada’s work is recognizing that violence, exploitation, and trafficking exist on a continuum. A collaborative, evidence-based approach across sectors is essential to address these interconnected issues. No single entity can handle these complex challenges alone.
Sharing resources and expertise will strengthen collaborations, improve programming, address root causes, and develop adaptable direct services for an issue that continues to evolve.
Efforts to prevent and respond to violence and exploitation in all their forms are crucial for creating effective solutions, whether or not they are labelled “anti-trafficking.”
On October 15–16, 2025, GAATW Canada convened a working meeting in Winnipeg, Manitoba with allied organizations from across the country.
Read our full report Shared Struggles, Collective Action: Bridging Movements for Change here.