As National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month comes to a close, Texas Secretary of State David Whitley today is announcing expanded opportunities for businesses to participate in Texas Businesses Against Trafficking (TBAT) – a partnership of Texas businesses united in taking voluntary steps to identify, prevent, and combat human trafficking.
New administrative rules for the Texas Secretary of State’s office went into effect today allowing Texas business entities to participate in TBAT at the Associate or Partner level, providing a model for other businesses to implement anti-human trafficking policies and employee training while sharing best practices and educational resources. Secretary Whitley encourages any eligible Texas businesses to apply to participate in TBAT.
“Combating human trafficking is a year-round fight, and our office is extremely proud of our current partners who serve as the gold standard for human trafficking prevention in the State of Texas,” Secretary Whitley said. “By taking steps to educate their employees on the indicators of human trafficking and leveraging the powerful resources of the business community, our TBAT participants are leading the way in addressing a serious issue that affects so many lives throughout Texas and the nation. We urge Texas businesses to join TBAT and help make an impact for those who have become victims of human trafficking.”
Become A Partner
Eligible businesses can become a Partner of TBAT by demonstrating that they have taken the following actions:
In addition, when a business becomes a Partner, the business agrees to participate in at least one public awareness/education campaign each year, share any best practices with the secretary of state, and help increase awareness of the Partnership.
To apply to become a partner in TBAT, click here.
How To Become An Associate
Eligible businesses can become an Associate of TBAT by demonstrating that they have taken the following actions:
In addition, when a business becomes an Associate, the business agrees to participate in at least one public awareness/education campaign during its term as an Associate, share any best practices with the secretary of state, and help increase awareness of the Partnership.
To apply to become an associate in TBAT, click here.
To learn more about TBAT requirements and our current partners, click here.
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