Asia Region
Anti-Trafficking
Conference

Human Trafficking in Asia is a growing and complex issue affecting nearly 30 million people.

Although the region is highly diverse, modern slavery occurs in every country and intersects with a variety of issues including poverty, lack of employment, minority and gender discrimination, political instability, and more.

We believe that a regional issue requires a regional response.

The Asia Region Anti-Trafficking Conference exists to develop multi-sector learning and partnerships to improve our responses to the issues of human trafficking and slavery in Asia.

Since 2017, we’ve gathered businesses, NGOs, governments, academia, and more to discuss trends and changes, learn best practices from each other, and identify key industries and contexts for collaborative action.

The conference has grown from an in-person conference of 100 to our largest ARAT ever in 2026 with nearly 700 in person and online.

ARAT is a project of the Global Learning Community, a community of over 400 members from 70 countries working to foster a comprehensive, connected, and competent anti-trafficking movement. Each year, the conference is created and hosted by a team of GLC members who make up our planning committee.

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Here’s what you can expect at every ARAT Conference:

  • Local & Survivor Leadership

    We prioritize local and survivor leadership, ensuring they play key roles both on stage and behind the scenes. ARAT directly involves the Asia Region Survivor and Allies Network through scholarships and participation on our planning team. Multiple languages are represented on stage, with simultaneous translation in Indonesian, Thai, and Khmer for the main room.

  • Hope-Filled and Practical Solutions

    We know that the reality of human trafficking is heartbreaking, complex, and extremely difficult. And yet, we wholeheartedly believe that change is possible. You’ll find sessions that acknowledge complexity and suffering while still offering hope-filled and practical solutions.

  • Grounded Voices, Innovative Leadership

    Our keynote and panel speakers are grassroots practitioners, leaders, and researchers pioneering bold, new approaches. With a special focus on Asian nationals and survivor leaders, you’ll hear directly from those closest to the work driving real, community-rooted change.

  • Interactive Breakout Sessions

    Breakout sessions are smaller and more focused times where you can connect and learn on specific topics of interest. Previous breakout sessions have covered topics such as Data Collection, Legal Processes and Best Practices, Fundraising, Addressing Mental Health Needs, Ethical Storytelling, Migration, and more.

  • Networking and Social Opportunities

    We believe that collaboration is the key to an effective and resilient anti-trafficking movement in Asia so we provide ample opportunities for you meet and connect with others in this work through things like Speed Networking, Sector Breakouts, Yoga and Meditation opportunities, and more

Conference topics include:

Organizational Development & Capacity Building

Networking and Collaboration

Current Trends & Research

Survivor
Inclusion

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Still not sure? Here’s what previous attendees are saying:

  • “One of the most impactful experiences [was] hearing directly from survivors and grassroots leaders who are driving change in their communities. Their stories were powerful reminders of why we do this work and deepened my commitment to a regional, collaborative response. Being in a space with like-minded advocates from across Asia fostered a strong sense of solidarity, and it reminded me that we’re not alone in this fight. It renewed my passion and gave me fresh hope for what we can accomplish together.”

    -2025 In-Person Attendee

  • “It really highlighted to me the importance of being together. So many of our sector work for small orgs and lack the funding to keep physically connected - it can be a very isolating experience working in anti-trafficking. To be together with 350 others passionate about ending the same thing was an important time of community.”

    -2025 In-Person Attendee

  • “Even though I attended ARAT 2025 remotely, the experience was incredibly impactful. The in-person energy was palpable, even through the screen, and I felt connected to the movement in ways I hadn’t expected. One of the most meaningful parts of the experience was engaging with others online—whether through the chat during panels, breakout discussions, or follow-up messages. I was able to connect with advocates, service providers, and survivor leaders across the region, and some of those conversations have already continued beyond the event. Those connections reminded me that community and collaboration can transcend physical space.”

    -2025 Online Attendee

  • “การนำเสนอข้อมูลในการประชุมครั้งนี้ เป็นข้อมูลที่ดีมาก ช่วยให้มองเห็นภาพกว้างในการทำงานด้านการต่อต้านการค้ามนุษย์มากขึ้น นอกจากนั้นได้มีโอกาสรู้จักพันธมิตรที่จะทำงานร่วมกันในอนาคตมากขึ้น.”

    The presentations at this meeting were very informative, providing a broader picture of our work on combating human trafficking. Furthermore, I had the opportunity to better understand future partners with whom I will work.

    -2025 In-Person Attendee