Trafficking of human beings
HUMAN TRAFFICKING'S EFFECTS ON THE TRAFFICKER (S)
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HUMAN TRAFFICKING'S EFFECTS ON THE TRAFFICKER (S)MONEYIn terms of size, human trafficking is the world's fastest-growing criminal activity, second only to narcotics trafficking. 2 Human traffickers produce $150 billion every year, according to the International Labor Organization. Sex trafficking generates $99 billion in revenue, with labour trafficking accounting for the remaining $51 billion. The more people who profit from others' exploitation, the more money traffickers make. LOW-COST LABORHuman traffickers use deception to attract employees to work for them. They might be able to ensure a safe working environment and fair pay.Employees are frequently forced to work long, arduous hours for little or no pay. Employers may use threats or violence to compel their employees to continue working for them and remain silent. GET RID OF VICTIMIZATIONMitigation to prevent human Trafficking Victims may be offered work as human traffickers when they reach retirement age. Some folks take the new job to avoid being abused. They then start taking advantage of other people. Human trafficking is on the rise all around the world at an alarming rate. This injustice has far-reaching effects that affect everyone involved, their communities, and future generations. Long-term change is feasible if survivors are rescued and perpetrators are apprehended, despite the fact that the causes and impacts are numerous and complex. The more dangerous human trafficking becomes, the less likely traffickers are to exploit others. • Visit to learn about the signs and symptoms of human trafficking, go to the TIP Office's website or attend a seminar. Human trafficking awareness training can benefit everyone, including individuals, businesses, first responders, law enforcement, educators, and federal employees. • If you are in the United States and suspect someone is being trafficked, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or 911 to report an emergency. Human trafficking victims are eligible for services and immigration assistance whether or not they are citizens of the United States. • Be a conscious and well-informed shopper. To discover more about who picked your tomatoes or made your clothes, go to ResponsibleSourcingTool.org or the Department of Labor's List of Goods Produced by Child Labor or Forced Labor. To raise awareness, hold a screening and discussion of human trafficking films. For example, learn about modern slavery, see a sex trafficking documentary, or investigate how forced labor might affect global food supply chains. You might also contact your local library and ask them to assist you in finding an appropriate book and hosting the event. • Become a mentor to a young kid or someone in need. Traffickers usually target people who are going through a difficult time or who lack strong support systems. You can be a part of fresh and useful experiences in a person's life as a mentor at a critical juncture in their life. • Providers of health care: Learn how to recognize the indicators of human trafficking and how to assist those who have been victims. With the assistance of locals, . Download 39.65 Kb. Share with your friends:
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