US Department of State creator text United States of America US Department of State 2016 monographic 422p. The TIP report, is an annual report issued by the U.S. State Department's Office to Monitor and combat trafficking in persons. This year’s report focuses on strategies to prevent human trafficking around the globe. It analyses governments’ prosecution, protection, and prevention efforts; and features ways governments can identify people most at-risk and reduce their vulnerability. The report seeks to enlighten, energize, and empower by bringing to the public’s attention the full nature and scope of the $150 billion illicit human trafficking industry. It underscores the need for increased attention to preventing human trafficking. It encourages governments to identify and acknowledge those most at-risk in society, and to create effective ways to recognize vulnerable populations and help first responders spot the methods used by human traffickers. The report divides nations into tiers based on their compliance with standards outlined in the TVPA. The (TIP) Report is the U.S. Government’s principal diplomatic tool to engage foreign governments on human trafficking. Trafficking iffoadatabase.trustafrica.org/iff/TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS REPORT.pdf iffoadatabase.trustafrica.org/iff/TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS REPORT.pdf