Mexico launches bold anti-trafficking campaign to shield children and tourists

Mexico has launched a new national campaign to combat human trafficking, with a special focus on protecting children and young people. The initiative includes a 24/7 hotline for reporting cases and increased personnel at key locations across the country. Attorney General Ernestina Godoy Ramos announced the deployment of staff to two major airports: Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA) and Toluca International Airport in México State. Additional personnel have also been stationed at six popular tourist destinations—La Paz, Los Cabos, Acapulco, Puerto Vallarta, Cancún, and Tulum.

The campaign involves coordination with multiple federal agencies. These include the Federal Security Cabinet, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, airport authorities, National Migration Institute, and Mexican Customs Agency. Security agencies at all levels of government are also participating.

All 32 federal prosecutor’s offices in Mexico remain accessible to the public. Special attention is being given to World Cup host cities such as Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey. A dedicated microsite (fgr.org.mx/en/FGR/Mundial2026) has been set up for filing complaints, finding office locations, and obtaining contact details for the Citizen Assistance Center.

Both Mexican and foreign tourists can report a range of crimes through these channels. These include drug offences, organised crime, money laundering, human trafficking, financial and tax violations, and illegal possession of firearms or explosives. The new measures aim to strengthen reporting and response mechanisms nationwide. The hotline and online resources provide accessible ways for the public to seek help or report suspicious activity. Authorities have emphasised the importance of collaboration between agencies and the public in tackling these issues.