Prevent Human Trafficking

People Are Not For Sale.

A Safer Tomorrow Is Possible.

Prevent Human Trafficking (PHT) is a Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit working to build a bridge between Southeast Asia and the United States through technology, education, advocacy, and community.

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Washington, D.C. + Southeast Asia + #TechForGood | IRS EIN #52-2214401
Prevent Human Trafficking — using #techforgood since 1999
Who We Are

About Prevent Human Trafficking

Prevent Human Trafficking (PHT) is a Washington, D.C.-based non-profit organization working to build a bridge between Southeast Asia and the United States using technology to advocate, educate, and raise awareness of this issue — including using 360 video and VR.

PHT has helped build several shelters and vocational schools with partner organizations in Thailand and fund scholarships, micro-credit loans, and trained hundreds of young professionals to become the next leaders in the global anti-trafficking movement.

"PHT empowers individuals, organizations, and governments to tackle the root causes of human trafficking through direct support and technical assistance."

PHT uses its expertise and networks to promote best practice and inspire sustainable solutions in the movement in Thailand and the US to prevent human trafficking using ALL of #techforgood to help us help ALL victims and survivors of all forms of human trafficking.

PHT participants and partners in a prevention and education discussion in Thailand
Our Purpose

Our Mission

To build a bridge between South East Asia and the United States — using technology, education, and community — to prevent human trafficking and empower survivors.

Prevention requires more than responding after exploitation occurs. It requires education, opportunity, community, technology, and long-term investment in people.

How We Work

Our Approach

PHT brings together technology, education, community, and opportunity to address the root causes of human trafficking and support sustainable solutions.

PHT training and knowledge-sharing session in Thailand

Technology for Good

PHT leverages 360 video, VR, and digital tools to document and share the work of partner projects, raising awareness and funding across borders.

Education and prevention session with young people in Thailand

Education & Scholarships

We fund scholarships and vocational training programs that give at-risk youth the skills and opportunities to build independent, safe futures.

Mekong Youth Network session with PHT participants

Shelter & Support

PHT has helped build shelters and vocational schools with partner organizations in Thailand, providing safe havens for survivors.

Education and youth leadership event in Thailand

Youth Leadership

We train hundreds of young professionals to become the next generation of leaders in the global anti-trafficking movement.

Stories & Impact

Watch Our Work

Hear directly from our partners, see the impact of our programs, and experience the culture and communities we work alongside.

Current Partners & Projects

PHT continues to support community-based prevention work in Thailand and to use technology to connect people, knowledge, and resources across borders.

DEPDC — Current Partner

PHT continues to support DEPDC and its community-based work along the Thai-Burma border, including education and support for young people at risk of trafficking.

R3 — Report & Respond / #TechForGood

PHT's technology-focused Rapid Report and Response project demonstrates how digital tools can support prevention, awareness, reporting, and collaboration.

Prevent Human Trafficking VR demonstration
#TechForGood · VR

Making Prevention Visible Through VR

PHT has used 360 video and virtual reality to help people experience the work of partners and communities in a more direct, human way.

Read the VIVE Story
PHT participants in a Mekong sub-region training session
Training and knowledge-sharing in the Mekong sub-region.
Mekong Youth Network session
Connecting with young people and local leaders through education.
PHT panel discussion and community conversation
Sharing ideas and building partnerships for prevention.
Khun Sompop with youth leaders in Thailand
Khun Sompop with youth leaders in Thailand.
PHT participants and youth leaders at a partner site in Thailand
Youth leaders and PHT participants at a partner site.
PHT group visiting a partner education site in Thailand
PHT participants visiting a partner education site in Thailand.
Khun Sompop speaking with PHT participants outdoors in Thailand
Conversation and learning in the community.
PHT participants with young people in Thailand
Community activities with young people in Thailand.
Prevent Human Trafficking VR demonstration
PHT demonstrating immersive VR storytelling for #TechForGood.
Past Partners & Projects
Explore PHT's documented history of partnerships, programs, training, internships, and technology work through the video archive below.

The Story of Prevent Human Trafficking

An introduction to Prevent Human Trafficking, its origins and its work protecting vulnerable children and communities.

Christina on Preventing Human Trafficking

Founder Christina Arnold discusses the organization’s mission and the importance of prevention-focused anti-trafficking work.

It’s in Our Hands — Part 1

The first half of a two-part overview showing how individuals and communities can contribute to the fight against human trafficking.

It’s in Our Hands — Part 2

The concluding half of the series, continuing the call for community involvement and collective action against trafficking.

Remember the Journey — A Letter to Khun Sompop

A reflective tribute recognizing Khun Sompop’s leadership and long-term contribution to protecting vulnerable young people.

A True Story of a Hill Tribe Girl Saved from Trafficking in Thailand

The story of a girl from a hill-tribe community whose life was changed through intervention that protected her from trafficking.

A Cambodian Boy Shares How He Was Trafficked for Begging

A young Cambodian survivor recounts being trafficked and exploited for forced begging.

Fight Against Child Exploitation (FACE) — Sudarat Sereewat

Sudarat Sereewat introduces the work of FACE and its efforts to combat child exploitation and protect at-risk children.

Khun Mechai Discussing the Bamboo School

Khun Mechai explains the ideas and community-development principles behind Thailand’s innovative Bamboo School.

The Amazing, Innovative Mechai Bamboo School

A closer look at the Bamboo School’s creative educational model and its work preparing young people to strengthen their communities.

Tribute to Mechai Viravaidya

A tribute to social entrepreneur Mechai Viravaidya—widely known as the “Condom King”—and his public-health, education and community-development work.

Population and Community Development Association of Thailand

A profile of the Population and Community Development Association and its community-centered approach to social and economic development.

Center for Child Protection & Development, Pattaya

An introduction to a Pattaya-based partner providing protection, support and development opportunities for vulnerable children.

Pattaya Home—Now the Anti Human Trafficking and Child Abuse Center

A profile of Pattaya Home and its development into a center focused on preventing trafficking and child abuse.

Prevent Human Trafficking Internship Program

An overview of PHT’s internship program and the opportunity to learn directly from anti-trafficking organizations in Thailand.

PHT’s Anti-Trafficking Program in Thailand — Intern Testimonials

Former interns describe their experiences, lessons and personal growth while participating in PHT’s Thailand program.

Get a Glimpse of the Annual Summer Program in Thailand

A visual introduction to the people, places and activities that make up PHT’s annual summer program.

Intern Jennryn’s Update from Pattaya, Thailand

Intern Jennryn shares an on-location update about her experiences and work in Pattaya.

Jennryn’s Final PHT Internship Video from Thailand

A concluding reflection on Jennryn’s internship, highlighting the people she met and the lessons she took from the experience.

Traveling by Long Boat in Thailand — 360° Video

An immersive long-boat journey that offers viewers a 360-degree look at travel and daily life in Thailand.

A Ride Through Bangkok in a Tuk-Tuk — 360° Video

A lively 360-degree ride through Bangkok traffic from the perspective of one of the city’s iconic tuk-tuks.

The White Temple in Northern Thailand — 360° Video

An immersive visit to northern Thailand’s striking White Temple and its elaborate architecture.

Children Sing a Beloved Thai Song About Elephants — 360° Video

A joyful cultural moment featuring children performing a well-known Thai song about elephants.

Ukulele Band at the Bamboo School — 360° Video

Students at the Bamboo School perform together in an immersive 360-degree musical experience.

What We Support

Turning Prevention Into Opportunity

Shelters & Vocational Schools

Supporting safe environments and opportunities through partner organizations.

Scholarships

Supporting education and pathways toward safer futures.

Micro-Credit

Supporting economic opportunity through micro-credit initiatives.

Youth Leadership

Preparing young professionals to contribute to the global anti-trafficking movement.

Global Reach

Building Bridges Across Borders

PHT works across communities and borders to connect knowledge, technology, education, and resources in support of human trafficking prevention.

Our bridge between Southeast Asia and the United States reflects a commitment to shared learning, mutual support, and sustainable solutions that respect local context while leveraging global expertise.

By connecting people, organizations, and governments across these regions, we help build a coordinated approach to prevention that is both locally grounded and internationally informed.

United States Southeast Asia #techforgood Education Community
The Next Generation

Young People. New Ideas. Lasting Change.

PHT is committed to empowering young professionals to become leaders in the global anti-trafficking movement. Through scholarships, vocational training, and hands-on opportunities, we invest in the people who will carry this work forward.

We believe that lasting change comes from within communities — and that young people, given the right tools and opportunities, can build safer, more just futures for everyone.

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Young Professionals Trained
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Potential for Change

Prevention Is the Work.

Preventing human trafficking means investing in people, education, opportunity, community, and the tools that help people build safer futures.

Prevention is the only cure for human trafficking
Take Action

Connect With Us

There are many ways to support the work of preventing human trafficking.

Support Our Work

Support PHT's mission through giving. Your contribution helps fund education, shelters, and youth leadership programs.

Get Involved

Connect with the organization and its mission. Learn about opportunities to contribute your skills and time.

Spread Awareness

Help educate others about human trafficking prevention. Share our mission and amplify the message.

Get in Touch

Connect With Us

Prevent Human Trafficking

Location

Washington, D.C.

Mailing Address

645 Taylor St. NE #1
Washington, DC 20017

Office address undisclosed for security reasons.

Email

PreventHumanTrafficking@proton.me

Phone

771.245.4519

IRS EIN

#52-2214401