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7 THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT HUMAN TRAFFICKING, AND 3 WAYS TO HELP
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> “The trade in human beings, a modern form of slavery, … violates the God-given
> dignity of so many of our brothers and sisters and constitutes a true crime
> against humanity.” —Pope Francis
You may not see the problem, but it’s there. The US State Department estimates
there are 24.9 million human trafficking victims worldwide. This is not
something that occurs only in dark alleys in the far corners of the Earth,
though. It’s happening around the world every day.
Human trafficking is considered modern-day slavery, and there are more slaves
today than at any time in history.
“They are hidden from view. You don't recognize them in the back kitchens,
shops, gas stations and in hospitality. They are also tucked away in fields.
They don't come out and ask for help. It’s a different kind of slavery than long
ago,” says Dr. Lucy Steinitz, Catholic Relief Services senior technical advisor
for protection. “They are not in shackles or on farms. People are coerced into
harsh employment under horrible conditions, and then have no freedom to leave.
They are beaten, violated and told they are worthless—that no one else wants
them anymore.”
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HERE ARE 7 FACTS ABOUT HUMAN TRAFFICKING YOU MAY NOT KNOW, PLUS 3 WAYS YOU CAN
HELP.
1. The real definition of human trafficking.
Human trafficking is the act of recruiting, harboring, transporting,
providing or obtaining a person for compelled labor or commercial sex acts
through the use of force, fraud or coercion. It’s important to note, though,
that human trafficking can include, but does not require, movement. You can
be a victim of human trafficking in your hometown. At the heart of human
trafficking is the traffickers’ goal of exploitation and enslavement.
2. Types of human trafficking.
Sexual exploitation and forced labor are the most commonly identified forms
of human trafficking. More than half of the victims are female. Many other
forms of exploitation are often thought to be under-reported. These include
domestic servitude and forced marriage; organ removal; and the exploitation
of children in begging, the sex trade and warfare.
3. Causes of human trafficking: It’s complicated.
The causes of human trafficking are complex and interlinked, and include
economic, social and political factors. Poverty alone does not necessarily
create vulnerability to trafficking, but when combined with other factors,
these can lead to a higher risk for being trafficked. Some of those other
factors include: corruption, civil unrest, a weak government, lack of access
to education or jobs, family disruption or dysfunction, lack of human
rights, or economic disruptions.
4. It’s a lucrative industry.
Along with illegal arms and drug trafficking, human trafficking is one of
the largest international crime industries in the world. A report from the
International Labor Organization (ILO) says forced labor generates $150
billion in illegal profits per year. Two-thirds of that money came from
commercial sexual exploitation, while the rest is from forced economic
exploitation, including domestic work, agriculture, child labor and related
activities.
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5. Believe it. Human trafficking is everywhere.
Every continent in the world has been involved in human trafficking. In the
United States, it is most prevalent in Texas, Florida, New York and
California. Human trafficking is both a domestic and global crime, with
victims trafficked within their own country, to neighboring countries and
between continents. Victims of trafficking can be of any age and any gender.
Women and children are often used for sexual exploitation, while men are
more likely to be used for forced labor. Globally, about one in five victims
of human trafficking are children. Children are also exploited for the
purposes of forced begging, child pornography or child labor. Their smaller
hands may also be used in tasks like sewing or untangling fishing wire.
6. We need to do more for migrants.
All over the world, people are on the move. Many have been forced to become
migrants because of conflict, a changing climate and economic instability.
Some of these migrants are vulnerable to human trafficking. A United Nations
rights expert is warning a new approach is needed. “Trafficking in people in
conflict situations is not a mere possibility but something that happens on
a regular basis,” said Maria Grazia Giammarinaro, the United Nation's
special rapporteur on human trafficking, in a speech to the U.N. General
Assembly. “This means anti-trafficking measures must be integrated into all
humanitarian action and all policies regarding people fleeing conflict.”
7. How to stop human trafficking: The three P’s, plus a little more
The U.S. government is at the forefront of efforts to address human
trafficking. Its policy surrounds the three P’s: prevent trafficking,
protect victims and prosecute traffickers. The number of convictions for
human trafficking is increasing, but unfortunately not proportionately to
the growing awareness and extent of the problem. There are several reasons
for that. There is an absence of anti-trafficking legislation in some
countries. Sometimes the legislation exists, but law enforcement officials
and prosecutors may not know how to use it. In some instances, victims may
not cooperate with the criminal justice system because they have been
threatened by a trafficker.
THERE ARE 3 WAYS YOU CAN HELP STOP HUMAN TRAFFICKING:
1. Purchase a Gift for Trafficking Survivors
After escape or rescue, trafficking survivors remain at great risk until they
can re-establish their lives. CRS’ kits provide a month’s supply of food,
medicine, bedding, clothing and hygiene items.
Give a Survivor's Kit for trafficked girls
Give a Welcome Kit
2. Prevent Human Trafficking
The best response to human trafficking is to prevent people from being
trafficked in the first place. CRS’ work in agriculture and livelihoods,
education, shelter, inclusive value chains, emergency response and recovery and
other programming aims to help people prosper at home. Prosperity at home
greatly reduces the false enticements of the trafficking trade.
Help where it's most needed
3. Take Action
If you witness suspected human trafficking or other forms of exploitation, speak
up. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has been a national leader
in advocacy and education efforts related to sex and labor trafficking. These
resources can help you take action if you believe there are human trafficking
victims in your community. Human trafficking may be a crime against humanity,
but as a human you can be the light.
Human trafficking stories
Author:
Rebekah Kates Lemke
January 5, 2020
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