Collaboration Will Enhance Strategic and
Digital Communications and Engagement to Combat Human
Trafficking
RESTON,
Va., Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S.
Department of Homeland Security Center for Countering Human
Trafficking (CCHT) recently awarded a new $40 million contract to global consulting and
technology services provider ICF (NASDAQ:ICFI) to deliver strategic
and digital communications and engagement campaigns to combat human
trafficking. The contract has a term of up to five years.
DHS will collaborate with ICF Next, ICF's integrated,
full-service digital and communications agency, and industry
stakeholders to create and promote impactful national campaigns to
raise awareness with law enforcement, industry and the U.S. public
about how to recognize the indicators of human trafficking and
appropriately respond to possible cases and prevent
victimization.
This involves overseeing and executing the marketing and
communications initiatives for the agency's Blue Campaign and
providing overall strategic communications support to the CCHT.
"Education is our first line of defense against human
trafficking," said CCHT Director James C.
Harris. "By collaborating with industry partners like ICF,
we expand our reach and gain valuable resources to educate a
broader audience, ultimately helping us connect with more potential
victims."
Housed within the CCHT, the Blue Campaign leverages partnerships
with the private sector, non-governmental organizations, law
enforcement and state, local and tribal authorities to maximize
national public engagement on anti-human trafficking efforts.
"At ICF, we are committed to leveraging the power of technology
and strategic communications to tackle some of the most pressing
challenges facing our communities," said David Birken, ICF senior
vice president for digital modernization and experience. "This
project represents an important step in combating human trafficking
by driving awareness and empowering stakeholders. Through
innovative digital solutions and impactful campaigns, we aim to
help better protect vulnerable populations."
ICF develops and implements diverse programs, trauma-informed
training and resources to support victims of crime, survivors and
those who serve them. At ICF Next, strategists, marketers,
technologists, communicators and data scientists help clients build
next-level stakeholder engagement.
Anyone who suspects human trafficking is encouraged to contact
local law enforcement, 911 or Homeland Security Investigations –
tips can be submitted anonymously online or by calling
866-347-2423. Individuals can also contact the National Human
Trafficking Hotline at 888-373-7888.
About ICF
ICF is a global consulting and technology
services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not
your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy
specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists
and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with
cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve
their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private
sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape
the future. Learn more at icf.com.
About the Center for Countering Human Trafficking
The
mission of the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Center for
Countering Human Trafficking (CCHT) is to advance counter human
trafficking law enforcement operations, protect victims, and
enhance prevention efforts by aligning DHS's capabilities and
expertise. The CCHT is a DHS-wide effort comprised of 16 supporting
offices and components and is led by Homeland Security
Investigations. The CCHT is the first unified, inter-component
coordination center for countering human trafficking and the
importation of goods produced with forced labor.
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Contact: Lauren
Dyke, lauren.dyke@ICF.com,
+1.571.373.5577
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