Understanding the Diversity of Victims. Contrary to common misconceptions, there is no single profile of a trafficking victim. Victims can come from any background, regardless of race, color, national origin, disability, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, socioeconomic status, education level, or citizenship status. However, human traffickers often exploit individuals from marginalized communities and…
Victim trapped in Dubai cries out for help. Betty (pseudonym), a 27-year-old victim of human trafficking from Edo State, has found herself trapped in Dubai, where she was seeking assistance due to ongoing threats from her trafficker (whose identity is withheld for safety concerns). Allegedly, her trafficker orchestrated her journey to Dubai intending to subject…