Established in 2013, the North Country Human Trafficking Task Force is one of five trafficking-specific collaborative task forces in the state of New York.


Meeting quarterly, the NCHTTF provides a structured space, in which, the wide array of trafficking relevant professions and perspectives can productively discuss challenges inherent to this complex issue. Our membership includes: government agencies, law enforcement, service providers, medical and mental health professionals, legal aid representatives, academics and community-based advocacy groups.


As the northernmost task force in the state, the NCHTTF aims to strengthen cooperation throughout the North Country and across the Canadian border.

Our

Mission

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The NCHTTF seeks to respond to human trafficking by coordinating cross-border collaboration among community organizations, law enforcement, and victim services, informed by survivor-centered approaches.




Victim
Services


Works to optimize coordination and quality of services provided to at risk, referred and trafficked persons.


Community
Engagement


Works to meaningfully connect with our community and serve as a resource, enabling: improved understanding of trafficking and increased service utilization by at risk and trafficked persons.






Case
Management


Works to ensure best possible outcomes for trafficking victims from a criminal justice perspective.


Data, Research & Assessment


Works to expand knowledge-base of trafficking in our region, through active data collection and analysis, as well as remaining current on emerging research and academic literature.




Counties
Served

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  • Clinton County

  • Essex County

  • Franklin County

  • Fulton County

  • Hamilton County

  • Herkimer County

  • Jefferson County

  • Lewis County

  • Oneida County

  • Oswego County

  • Saratoga County

  • St. Lawrence County

  • Warren County

  • Washington County

  • Greater Montreal Area

Membership

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Apply


New members must be approved by our steering committee.


To apply, please contact: coordinator@nchttf.com.

Sign our M.O.U.


All members are asked to sign a non-binding memorandum of understanding that serves to clarify roles and establish membership.

Attend


The task force meets quarterly, typically on Thursday afternoons. All members are asked to regularly attend.

Contribute


All members are asked to actively participate in and contribute to one of our four working committees.

Contact

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If you would like to learn more about the North Country Human Trafficking Task Force or your organization's eligibility for membership, please contact:

info@nchttf.com