Department of Justice

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) is a federal executive department that is responsible for enforcing the law and defending the interests of the United States. The DOJ is headed by the attorney general, who is appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate.

The DOJ is composed of a number of different agencies, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). The DOJ is responsible for investigating and prosecuting federal crimes, representing the United States in legal proceedings, and providing legal advice to the president and other government agencies. The DOJ plays a key role in upholding the rule of law and protecting the rights and safety of American citizens.

The Future of the Anti-Trafficking Movement with Ambassador (ret) C.deBaca
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The Future of the Anti-Trafficking Movement with Ambassador (ret) C.deBaca

Listen to the podcast here. In this episode, Alicen and Sam met with Ambassador (ret) C.deBaca to discuss his career in anti-trafficking, the trajectory of anti-trafficking law, and the future of the field. If you or someone you know is currently in danger of human trafficking, you can view the national human trafficking hotline website…

Biographic Information for Members of the United States Advisory Council on Human Trafficking
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Biographic Information for Members of the United States Advisory Council on Human Trafficking

Tanya Gould Tanya Gould, a survivor of domestic sex trafficking, is the founder of Identifiable Me, a non-profit that helps move those who have been victimized by sexual violence towards self-discovery and their life’s purpose. Ms. Gould serves as a mentor, consultant, advisor, trainer, and keynote speaker on topics relating to her story. Years after…

The wicked problem of drug trafficking in the Western Hemisphere
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The wicked problem of drug trafficking in the Western Hemisphere

How to address the ongoing threat of illegal drug use in the United States remains a persistent challenge. The activities of increasingly sophisticated transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) exacerbate that challenge for the whole of the Western Hemisphere. The incoming Biden administration should be especially wary of the likely inevitable growth of fentanyl shipment through maritime…

Faculty and Students Working to Combat Trafficking in Persons
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Faculty and Students Working to Combat Trafficking in Persons

A variety of faculty and students across the University of New Haven have an interest in combating Trafficking in Persons and using forensic science and related technologies to fight this epidemic. Below is a sampling of the people who conduct research and do work in this area of expertise and who will serve as resources…

Faculty and Students Working to Combat Trafficking in Persons
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Faculty and Students Working to Combat Trafficking in Persons

A variety of faculty and students across the University of New Haven have an interest in combating Trafficking in Persons and using forensic science and related technologies to fight this epidemic. Below is a sampling of the people who conduct research and do work in this area of expertise and who will serve as resources…