The CTU was established in 2013 under Trinidad and Tobago's Trafficking in Persons Act Ch 12:10. We manage our Government's counter human trafficking efforts.
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🇹🇹 A little doubles diplomacy! 🌶️🤝🇺🇸
What’s a visit to Trinidad without trying doubles?
This morning, we treated our visiting facilitators from the U.S. DHS’s Center for Countering Human Trafficking (CCHT) to their very first taste of one of our favourite local dishes!
ICYMI: Trinidad and Tobago continues to strengthen its response to human trafficking through international cooperation and specialized law enforcement training.
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At Tuesday’s opening ceremony of the 3 day Human Trafficking Investigative Training Workshop, Permanent Secretary, Videsh Maharaj & U.S. Department of State Principal Deputy Director, Rachel Poynter highlighted the importance of strengthening frontline investigative capabilities
Advancing Trinidad and Tobago's Fight Against Human Trafficking Through Stronger Investigations
Today marked the commencement of a three-day Human Trafficking Investigative Training Workshop at the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service Academy.
The United States Embassy in Port of Spain, in collaboration with the Counter Trafficking Unit (CTU) of the Ministry of Homeland Security, is hosting a Law Enforcement Roundtable at the CTU’s headquarters today, Monday 26 October, 2026.
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The engagement brings together approximately 30 representatives from various law enforcement divisions for discussions with Ms. Rachel M. Poynter, Principal Deputy Director of the U.S. Department of State’s Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons (J/TIP).
The roundtable provides an opportunity for dialogue, the exchange of perspectives and continued collaboration among law enforcement stakeholders in addressing trafficking in persons.
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This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Counter Trafficking Unit (CTU) of the Ministry of Homeland Security stands in solidarity with the fighters, survivors and everyone affected by breast cancer.
Awareness matters. Early detection saves lives.
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
Before accepting that opportunity, know the red flags. Traffickers can use false promises of employment, travel & financial freedom to lure unsuspecting persons into exploitation.
Stay alert. Ask questions. Verify before you commit.
Hotline: 800-4CTU (4288)
WhatsApp: 702-0467
On Tuesday 13 October 2026, Deputy Director of the CTU, Ms. Dane-Marie Marshall, was presented with her certificate of participation from the United States Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs’ International Visitor Leadership Programme (IVLP). @USinTT
The programme provided an opportunity for international knowledge exchange, professional engagement, and the sharing of approaches to preventing and combating trafficking in persons.