Latest items for TRAFF-DATA-1
Dec. 13, 2024, 3:29 p.m.
Countries: Ireland
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1, IRP-DATA-3
"Breslin said she had found evidence of migrant women being advertised who had been trafficked into Ireland and were unaware that they were being advertised on the site. 'The women being advertised as very young at 18 or 19, for possibly low prices, are actually a red flag for trafficking or exploitation,' she said" (para 19-20).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1, IRP-DATA-3
"Breslin said she had found evidence of migrant women being advertised who had been trafficked into Ireland and were unaware that they were being advertised on the site. 'The women being advertised as very young at 18 or 19, for possibly low prices, are actually a red flag for trafficking or exploitation,' she said" (para 19-20).
Dec. 11, 2024, 11:51 p.m.
Countries: Nigeria
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"Around 200 underground baby factories have been shut over the last five years, according to Nigerian security agencies, however new facilities open to replace the closed ones. Earlier this month, police officers stormed a hideout in Abia where they rescued 16 pregnant girls and eight young children. Maureen Chinaka, a police spokeswoman revealed that the rescued girls were between the ages of 17 and 27 and had been told that they would be paid to leave the baby factories without their babies. Last June, 22 pregnant young girls and two babies were rescued from a facility in the same state, where they had been held hostage" (para 6-9).more
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"Around 200 underground baby factories have been shut over the last five years, according to Nigerian security agencies, however new facilities open to replace the closed ones. Earlier this month, police officers stormed a hideout in Abia where they rescued 16 pregnant girls and eight young children. Maureen Chinaka, a police spokeswoman revealed that the rescued girls were between the ages of 17 and 27 and had been told that they would be paid to leave the baby factories without their babies. Last June, 22 pregnant young girls and two babies were rescued from a facility in the same state, where they had been held hostage" (para 6-9).more
Dec. 11, 2024, 11:39 p.m.
Countries: Malaysia
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"Deteriorating conditions in Myanmar and in neighboring Bangladesh’s refugee camps are driving scores of underage Rohingya girls to Malaysia for arranged marriages with Rohingya men who frequently abuse them, The Associated Press found in interviews with 12 young Rohingya brides who have arrived in Malaysia since 2022. The youngest was 13. All the girls interviewed by the AP said they are held hostage by controlling husbands who rarely let them outside. Several said they were beaten and raped by traffickers and other men during the journey to Malaysia, and five said they were abused by their husbands. Half the girls are pregnant or already have babies, despite most saying they...more
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"Deteriorating conditions in Myanmar and in neighboring Bangladesh’s refugee camps are driving scores of underage Rohingya girls to Malaysia for arranged marriages with Rohingya men who frequently abuse them, The Associated Press found in interviews with 12 young Rohingya brides who have arrived in Malaysia since 2022. The youngest was 13. All the girls interviewed by the AP said they are held hostage by controlling husbands who rarely let them outside. Several said they were beaten and raped by traffickers and other men during the journey to Malaysia, and five said they were abused by their husbands. Half the girls are pregnant or already have babies, despite most saying they...more
Dec. 11, 2024, 11:30 p.m.
Countries: China
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"It was unclear how many Hmong women have moved to China to marry Chinese men in recent years. But Lao government officials and one person who works for an NGO said the practice has become commonplace in the country’s north, particularly in Luang Prabang and Oudomxay provinces. 'I just saw this happen earlier this year,' a resident of Xayabury province’s Hongsa district told RFA. 'A middleman who works for Chinese men came here to negotiate with parents of Hmong women. When the parents said yes, he did all the paperwork according to regulations and laws on marriage'" (para 16-17).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"It was unclear how many Hmong women have moved to China to marry Chinese men in recent years. But Lao government officials and one person who works for an NGO said the practice has become commonplace in the country’s north, particularly in Luang Prabang and Oudomxay provinces. 'I just saw this happen earlier this year,' a resident of Xayabury province’s Hongsa district told RFA. 'A middleman who works for Chinese men came here to negotiate with parents of Hmong women. When the parents said yes, he did all the paperwork according to regulations and laws on marriage'" (para 16-17).
Nov. 29, 2024, 3:17 p.m.
Countries: Japan
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"With an estimated 2,000 to 3,000 new actresses debuting each year, and the annual number of released videos hitting over a concerning 35,000, these numbers become even more terrifying as many women and girls are subjected to rape, blackmail, and sexual assault as part of their introduction into the industry - by up to 15 men at times” (para 3). "A 2020 government survey revealed shocking figures suggesting around a quarter of Japanese women in their teens, 20s and 30s have been solicited for supposed modelling jobs on their local streets and of those who agreed, 14 per cent were then pressured to perform sex acts” (para 4).more
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"With an estimated 2,000 to 3,000 new actresses debuting each year, and the annual number of released videos hitting over a concerning 35,000, these numbers become even more terrifying as many women and girls are subjected to rape, blackmail, and sexual assault as part of their introduction into the industry - by up to 15 men at times” (para 3). "A 2020 government survey revealed shocking figures suggesting around a quarter of Japanese women in their teens, 20s and 30s have been solicited for supposed modelling jobs on their local streets and of those who agreed, 14 per cent were then pressured to perform sex acts” (para 4).more
Oct. 9, 2024, 7:59 p.m.
Countries: Belize
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"During 2010–2013, three major operations and surveillance were carried out; Seven persons were arrested and charged with a total of eight counts of Trafficking in Persons, Attempted Trafficking in Persons, Rape and Aggravated Assault. Between 2018–2021, 61 potential victims were identified. Both immigrants and Belizean nationals are victims, most were women. Persons arrested for trafficking violations were both men and women including Belizean and foreign nationals; In 2021, there were three confirmed victims of forced prostitution and labour trafficking" (28). "In 2021, nine victims received protection from the Government. The Government partners with foster parents, shelters or government administered care facilities to place them" (29).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"During 2010–2013, three major operations and surveillance were carried out; Seven persons were arrested and charged with a total of eight counts of Trafficking in Persons, Attempted Trafficking in Persons, Rape and Aggravated Assault. Between 2018–2021, 61 potential victims were identified. Both immigrants and Belizean nationals are victims, most were women. Persons arrested for trafficking violations were both men and women including Belizean and foreign nationals; In 2021, there were three confirmed victims of forced prostitution and labour trafficking" (28). "In 2021, nine victims received protection from the Government. The Government partners with foster parents, shelters or government administered care facilities to place them" (29).
July 18, 2024, 6:38 p.m.
Countries: Guatemala
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"Between 2017 and 2021, the Public Prosecution Service received 1,569 complaints from women nationwide. As at April 2021, the Special Criminal Investigation Division of the National Civil Police has investigated a total of 99 cases of trafficking in persons and 46 cases of smuggling of persons. Between 2019 and 2021, the judiciary referred 344 cases of trafficking in persons to criminal courts. Between 2019 and 2020, it handed down five judgments" (12). "Between 2017 and 2020, the Secretariat against Sexual Violence, Exploitation and Trafficking in Persons assisted and housed in temporary shelters 823 women victims of trafficking in persons, sexual and labour exploitation and forced labour, among other crimes" (13)....more
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"Between 2017 and 2021, the Public Prosecution Service received 1,569 complaints from women nationwide. As at April 2021, the Special Criminal Investigation Division of the National Civil Police has investigated a total of 99 cases of trafficking in persons and 46 cases of smuggling of persons. Between 2019 and 2021, the judiciary referred 344 cases of trafficking in persons to criminal courts. Between 2019 and 2020, it handed down five judgments" (12). "Between 2017 and 2020, the Secretariat against Sexual Violence, Exploitation and Trafficking in Persons assisted and housed in temporary shelters 823 women victims of trafficking in persons, sexual and labour exploitation and forced labour, among other crimes" (13)....more
April 19, 2024, 3:06 p.m.
Countries: Serbia
Variables: TRAFF-PRACTICE-2, TRAFF-DATA-1
"The State party remains a country of origin of victims of trafficking who are exploited both nationally and abroad, the majority of the victims identified in Serbia are female and sexual exploitation constitutes over 70 per cent of all trafficking cases involving women and girls as victims" (9).
Variables: TRAFF-PRACTICE-2, TRAFF-DATA-1
"The State party remains a country of origin of victims of trafficking who are exploited both nationally and abroad, the majority of the victims identified in Serbia are female and sexual exploitation constitutes over 70 per cent of all trafficking cases involving women and girls as victims" (9).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: Ukraine
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Ukraine ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Ukraine ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: Turkey
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Turkiye ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Turkiye ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: Turkmenistan
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Turkmenistan ranks as a Tier 3 country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Turkmenistan ranks as a Tier 3 country (85).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: Uganda
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Uganda ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Uganda ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: United Arab Emirates
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, the United Arab Emirates ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, the United Arab Emirates ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: United Kingdom
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"In the United Kingdom, Trilateral Research use their Honeycomb app to present patterns, trends, and actionable insights and tools for policymakers and decision makers. More specifically, this app was designed to help stakeholders in public and private sectors take a more robust approach to combating human trafficking in the region. When authorities detect a spike in chatter about a certain venue, they can investigate further. When they detect the need for transportation or legal services for survivors, they can more swiftly address the gaps" (29). "After a Russian airstrike killed her parents in Ukraine, 14-year-old Daria fled to the United Kingdom to seek asylum. While awaiting processing at a temporary...more
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"In the United Kingdom, Trilateral Research use their Honeycomb app to present patterns, trends, and actionable insights and tools for policymakers and decision makers. More specifically, this app was designed to help stakeholders in public and private sectors take a more robust approach to combating human trafficking in the region. When authorities detect a spike in chatter about a certain venue, they can investigate further. When they detect the need for transportation or legal services for survivors, they can more swiftly address the gaps" (29). "After a Russian airstrike killed her parents in Ukraine, 14-year-old Daria fled to the United Kingdom to seek asylum. While awaiting processing at a temporary...more
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: United States
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"Countries including Australia, Canada, and the United States committed to survivor engagement through their national action plans" (17). "The use of children in commercial sex is prohibited by law in the United States and most countries around the world" (42). "An American family adopted Abbey from the People’s Republic of China when she was 14 months old. The family beat and starved her from the age of 3 and exploited her in domestic servitude. The family kept Abbey confined in a room in their basement without a proper restroom for nearly 14 years. While the family’s three biological children attended school, Abbey was denied an education. Abbey repeatedly attempted to...more
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"Countries including Australia, Canada, and the United States committed to survivor engagement through their national action plans" (17). "The use of children in commercial sex is prohibited by law in the United States and most countries around the world" (42). "An American family adopted Abbey from the People’s Republic of China when she was 14 months old. The family beat and starved her from the age of 3 and exploited her in domestic servitude. The family kept Abbey confined in a room in their basement without a proper restroom for nearly 14 years. While the family’s three biological children attended school, Abbey was denied an education. Abbey repeatedly attempted to...more
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: Uruguay
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Uruguay ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Uruguay ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: Vanuatu
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Vanuatu ranks as a Tier 2 Watch List country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Vanuatu ranks as a Tier 2 Watch List country (85).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: Zimbabwe
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Zimbabwe ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Zimbabwe ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: Zambia
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Zambia ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Zambia ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: Yemen
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
Yemen was listed as a "special case" on the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report due to the ongoing political instability amid active war and conflict (85). The absence of a formal government suggests that the country is not doing anything to stop trafficking (KMM-CODER COMMENT).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
Yemen was listed as a "special case" on the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report due to the ongoing political instability amid active war and conflict (85). The absence of a formal government suggests that the country is not doing anything to stop trafficking (KMM-CODER COMMENT).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: Vietnam
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Vietnam ranks as a Tier 2 Watch List country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Vietnam ranks as a Tier 2 Watch List country (85).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: Venezuela
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Venezuela ranks as a Tier 3 country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Venezuela ranks as a Tier 3 country (85).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: Uzbekistan
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Uzbekistan ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Uzbekistan ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: Serbia
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Serbia ranks as a Tier 2 Watch List country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Serbia ranks as a Tier 2 Watch List country (85).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: Sierra Leone
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Sierra Leone ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Sierra Leone ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: Singapore
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"Fearing significant downturns in revenue stemming from pandemic-related restrictions, and witnessing widespread unemployment during the pandemic, traffickers in Burma, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, the Philippines, Ghana, and Türkiye—including some with connections to the People’s Republic of China (PRC)—saw an opportunity. They used fake job listings to recruit adults and children from dozens of countries, including...Singapore..." (64). According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Singapore ranks as a Tier 1 country (85). The report notes that while the government meets the minimum standards, it did not initiate any prosecutions under the trafficking law for the third consecutive year, nor did it prosecute any cases of demostic servitude under the trafficking...more
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
"Fearing significant downturns in revenue stemming from pandemic-related restrictions, and witnessing widespread unemployment during the pandemic, traffickers in Burma, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, the Philippines, Ghana, and Türkiye—including some with connections to the People’s Republic of China (PRC)—saw an opportunity. They used fake job listings to recruit adults and children from dozens of countries, including...Singapore..." (64). According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Singapore ranks as a Tier 1 country (85). The report notes that while the government meets the minimum standards, it did not initiate any prosecutions under the trafficking law for the third consecutive year, nor did it prosecute any cases of demostic servitude under the trafficking...more
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: Slovakia
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Slovakia ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, Slovakia ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: South Africa
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, South Africa ranks as a Tier 2 Watch List country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, South Africa ranks as a Tier 2 Watch List country (85).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: South Korea
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, the Republic of Korea ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, the Republic of Korea ranks as a Tier 2 country (85).
March 30, 2024, 10:05 p.m.
Countries: Solomon Islands
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, the Solomon Islands ranks as a Tier 2 Watch List country (85).
Variables: TRAFF-DATA-1
According to the U.S. State Department's 2023 TIP report, the Solomon Islands ranks as a Tier 2 Watch List country (85).