Thailand ranks third in the Asia Pacific region

December 10, 2023 0Comments 0Reactions

Thailand ranks third in the Asia Pacific region. The Global Slavery Index of 2023 estimates that 401,000 people lived in modern slavery in Thailand in 2021, placing it 14th out of 27 countries in the Asia Pacific region. Predominantly driven by low acceptance of migrants, systemic discrimination against migrant workers contributes to vulnerability. The…

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2023 Trafficking in Persons Report: Thailand

November 23, 2023 0Comments 0Reactions

2023 Trafficking in Persons Report: Thailand. The Government of Thailand falls short of meeting minimum standards for elimination, maintaining its Tier 2 status. Inconsistent and ineffective interviewing practices during labor inspections and victim identification processes have left many trafficking victims unidentified, particularly those exploited in forced labor. Insufficient efforts to protect victims involved in cyber…

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Modern Slavery in Nigeria

November 12, 2023 0Comments 0Reactions

Modern Slavery in Nigeria. Nigeria ranks fifth in Africa for modern slavery prevalence, with 1.6 million individuals affected, equating to 7.8 per thousand people. Forced labor cases, particularly in the informal sector, impact both genders, with males exploited in various sectors and females predominantly affected by domestic servitude. Forced commercial sexual exploitation and forced marriages,…

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2023 Trafficking in Persons Report: Nigeria

November 1, 2023 0Comments 0Reactions

2023 Trafficking in Persons Report: Nigeria. While the Government of Nigeria has demonstrated efforts to combat human trafficking, it falls short of meeting minimum standards for elimination and maintaining its Tier 2 status. Despite progress, critical deficiencies persist. Positive strides include an uptick in investigations, prosecutions, and convictions, with a focus on officials allegedly involved…

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Human Trafficking in the US

September 10, 2023 0Comments 0Reactions

Human trafficking in the US. This report analyzes data from the National Human Trafficking Hotline spanning January 2020 to August 2022. Despite the global crisis, trafficking persisted, with the report shedding light on the nuanced trends and impacts observed during these challenging years. By exploring its top findings, the report aims to provide insights into…

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The UAE’s Kafala System: Harmless or Human Trafficking?

July 18, 2023 0Comments 5Reactions

The UAE’s Kafala System: Harmless or Human Trafficking? With a population of over 9 million, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) relies heavily on foreign nationals, who make up around 90 percent of its residents. These migrants mostly come from Africa, Asia, and other Middle Eastern countries, with many occupying low-wage and semi-skilled positions. The UAE's…

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2023 Trafficking in Persons Report

June 15, 2023 0Comments 0Reactions

2023 Trafficking in Persons Report by the US Department of State presents a comprehensive assessment of the global state of human trafficking and outlines efforts to enhance response and coordination. It sheds light on survivor stories, exposes new tactics employed by traffickers. Tactics such as cyber scam operations, and provides recommendations for collaborative action to…