Request for Research Proposals on Trafficking in Persons in Supply Chains in Sub-Saharan Africa

The Department of State's Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons (TIP Office) is announcing an open competition for funding of one or more projects to answer the following research question: How do supply chains that touch sub-Saharan Africa operate and intersect with trafficking in persons, and prevent trafficking in sub-Saharan Africa? Using the results of this research question, the successful applicant will develop a highly detailed typology across sectors, commodities, regions or other subdivisions that become apparent during the research. The goal of the research is to enable governments and businesses to identify risks and best practices of programs, policies, and laws to combat those risks. It is anticipated that the successful applicant will employ an interdisciplinary team and work with organizations with expertise in a variety of perspectives.