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What is a Transnational Referral Mechanism?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When dealing with transnational human trafficking, victims often need to move from a support system in one country to a different one in another country. If these systems don’t align well and the transition isn’t seamless, it increases the risk of the person being re-trafficked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A Transnational Referral Mechanism (TRM) is a guiding tool for professionals handling cross-border trafficking cases. The main aims of a TRM are to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Enable effective and safe cross-border referrals for victims of human trafficking between states.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Ensure victims get access to services and support in destination countries, reducing the risk of re-trafficking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Raise awareness among state authorities and NGOs on how referral systems work in other countries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Enhance cooperation between states in anti-trafficking efforts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Support the alignment of principles for transnational referrals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Help states meet their obligations to protect and promote the human rights of trafficking victims.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    TRMs usually cover the entire referral process, from identification to long-term support for the victim within its specific region. It\u2019s useful for anyone involved in anti-trafficking work or who wants to understand how victim referrals operate.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Enabling an Effective TRM<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    TRMs rely on partnerships between government agencies, international bodies, and NGOs in origin, transit, and destination countries. For TRMs to function effectively and safely, states need national policies and structures focused on victim rights. These can include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n