Policies associated with human trafficking Flashcards
What is the estimated number of victims of human trafficking worldwide according to the International Labour Organisation?
Almost 21 million victims
Victims are mainly exploited in agriculture, factories, construction sites, and restaurants.
What are the three main types of human trafficking?
- Forced labour
- Domestic work
- Sex trade
What percentage of human trafficking victims are forced into the sex industry?
63%
What is the definition of human trafficking according to the IOM?
The recruitment, transportation, transfer, harbouring or receipt of persons, by means of threat, use of force, or other means of coercion, for the purpose of exploitation.
True or False: Human trafficking is the same as people smuggling.
False
What are the three main areas of international coordination to combat human trafficking?
- Victim identification
- Provision of immediate protection and support
- Legal assistance and involvement
What is the role of INTERPOL in combating human trafficking?
Enables police in 194 member countries to work together to fight international crime.
What was Project Akoma?
An INTERPOL project targeting saving children from forced labour in West Africa.
Fill in the blank: The hospitality industry is highly vulnerable to human trafficking, especially in cases of _______.
child sexual exploitation
What major initiative did Marriott International launch to combat human trafficking?
A mandatory human trafficking awareness training program for in-house staff.
As of 2018, how many people were held in slavery and servitude in Nigeria according to the Global Slavery Index?
1,386,000 people
What tier did the US State Department downgrade Nigeria to in its 2020 Trafficking in Persons Report?
Tier 2 Watch List
What significant efforts did the Nigerian government make towards combating human trafficking?
- Training government officials
- Raising public awareness
- Collaborating with international organizations and NGOs
What issue was reported regarding Nigerian security forces during the reporting period?
Recruitment and use of at least two children in support roles.
What was the outcome of the Operation Libertad in April 2018?
Nearly 350 potential victims were rescued and 22 individuals were arrested.
What was the result of the Operation Maharlika III in 2020?
More than 180 individuals arrested and 82 victims of human trafficking rescued.
What challenges does Nigeria face in combating human trafficking?
Governance issues that hinder effective anti-trafficking efforts.
What is the estimated number of victims of human trafficking in the European hospitality industry?
1.14 million victims
What does the term ‘victim identification’ refer to in the context of human trafficking?
The process of accurately identifying trafficked people to ensure they can access their human rights.
What must states provide to victims who break free from trafficking?
Immediate protection and support.
What is the importance of legal assistance for trafficking victims?
Victims must have full legal representation and the right to determine their level of participation.
