On December 11, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) named the Borders, Trade, and Immigration Institute as its first Academic Center of Excellence in Countering Human Trafficking. Later, this designation was changed to the Center of Research Excellence to Counter Human Trafficking (CRECHT).
Mission
To provide impactful research and analysis, create innovative technology solutions, and develop educational resources in support of law enforcement efforts and victim services to enhance our Nation’s ability to combat human trafficking and end slavery.
Vision
To be the premier academic research center for a nation-wide network of researchers and innovators, attuned to the needs of law enforcement and trafficking victims, working in collaboration to end human trafficking and slavery.