Latest items for TRAFF-LAW-3
Nov. 12, 2024, 1:32 p.m.
Countries: Latvia
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, LDS-PRACTICE-2, CWC-DATA-4
"Official statistics lead the State party to conclude that it is primarily a country of origin for trafficking in persons, in particular women and girls, whereas there are reports that foreign victims of trafficking have not been recognized as such and have been denied entry into the State party and returned as irregular migrant women" (8).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, LDS-PRACTICE-2, CWC-DATA-4
"Official statistics lead the State party to conclude that it is primarily a country of origin for trafficking in persons, in particular women and girls, whereas there are reports that foreign victims of trafficking have not been recognized as such and have been denied entry into the State party and returned as irregular migrant women" (8).
Oct. 9, 2024, 7:59 p.m.
Countries: Belize
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"In 2013, the Trafficking in Persons (Prohibition) Act, 2013, CAP 108 of the Laws of Belize...made provisions to improve aid and protection for victims. In 2013, the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (Prohibition) Act (CSEC) was passed...It made provisions for victim support and restitution" (3). "Section 5 of the Trafficking in Persons (Prohibition) Act, 2013 empowered the council to formulate polices and support survivor-victims. In 2012, with IOM funding, the council developed and adopted the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Strategic Plan of Action 2013-2015. This was updated and a 2021–2023 strategic plan was developed. The plan directs the work of the council to ensure it meets Belize’s international commitments, national legislation,...more
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"In 2013, the Trafficking in Persons (Prohibition) Act, 2013, CAP 108 of the Laws of Belize...made provisions to improve aid and protection for victims. In 2013, the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (Prohibition) Act (CSEC) was passed...It made provisions for victim support and restitution" (3). "Section 5 of the Trafficking in Persons (Prohibition) Act, 2013 empowered the council to formulate polices and support survivor-victims. In 2012, with IOM funding, the council developed and adopted the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Strategic Plan of Action 2013-2015. This was updated and a 2021–2023 strategic plan was developed. The plan directs the work of the council to ensure it meets Belize’s international commitments, national legislation,...more
Jan. 16, 2024, 6:33 p.m.
Countries: Botswana
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"Immigration laws have no provision addressing trafficking" (16).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"Immigration laws have no provision addressing trafficking" (16).
Nov. 21, 2023, 5:30 p.m.
Countries: Australia
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"Vulnerable sex workers are being forced to service clients day and night out of seedy hotel rooms as international sex traffickers operate with impunity in Australia by abusing the nation's weak visa rules" (para. 1). "The young women are being brought into Australia by so-called visa farms with no up-front costs which being are run by immigration agents working for Asian human trafficking rings" (para. 2).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"Vulnerable sex workers are being forced to service clients day and night out of seedy hotel rooms as international sex traffickers operate with impunity in Australia by abusing the nation's weak visa rules" (para. 1). "The young women are being brought into Australia by so-called visa farms with no up-front costs which being are run by immigration agents working for Asian human trafficking rings" (para. 2).
Sept. 30, 2023, 4 p.m.
Countries: Kazakhstan
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"The Committee notes the criminalization of trafficking in persons, the adoption of a new anti-trafficking action plan covering the period 2018–2020, the adoption of a standard procedure for providing special social services to victims of trafficking, the establishment of a victim compensation fund and various initiatives to prevent trafficking. However, it notes with concern the following: (c) The lack of shelter, medical, social and legal services, rehabilitation and reintegration programmes for victims of trafficking, in particular women living with HIV/AIDS, and budgetary allocations for such assistance" (p.9).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"The Committee notes the criminalization of trafficking in persons, the adoption of a new anti-trafficking action plan covering the period 2018–2020, the adoption of a standard procedure for providing special social services to victims of trafficking, the establishment of a victim compensation fund and various initiatives to prevent trafficking. However, it notes with concern the following: (c) The lack of shelter, medical, social and legal services, rehabilitation and reintegration programmes for victims of trafficking, in particular women living with HIV/AIDS, and budgetary allocations for such assistance" (p.9).
Aug. 15, 2023, 5:22 p.m.
Countries: Bahamas
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-LAW-2, AW-LAW-1
"[T]he law does not provide protection for asylum seekers" (9).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-LAW-2, AW-LAW-1
"[T]he law does not provide protection for asylum seekers" (9).
Aug. 8, 2023, 12:20 p.m.
Countries: Senegal
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"Senegal has not yet granted legal standing to civil society organizations, except as provided for in rare special laws such as the one on combating trafficking, in particular of women and children and the smuggling of migrants. Article 17 of Act No. 2005-06 of 10 May 2005 provides that 'for the purpose of bringing civil proceedings, the Public Prosecutor’s Office may request the guardianship or legal administration of minor victims who do not have a known legal representative or who do not provide guarantees to safeguard the rights and well-being of the child. The guardian or designated administrator shall be responsible for defending the victim’s interests as a good father....more
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"Senegal has not yet granted legal standing to civil society organizations, except as provided for in rare special laws such as the one on combating trafficking, in particular of women and children and the smuggling of migrants. Article 17 of Act No. 2005-06 of 10 May 2005 provides that 'for the purpose of bringing civil proceedings, the Public Prosecutor’s Office may request the guardianship or legal administration of minor victims who do not have a known legal representative or who do not provide guarantees to safeguard the rights and well-being of the child. The guardian or designated administrator shall be responsible for defending the victim’s interests as a good father....more
July 10, 2023, 9:26 p.m.
Countries: Maldives
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"The establishment of a Victim Support Unit in the PGO has assisted in identifying some services to support survivors of trafficking. In a number of instances, the Embassies of the victim’s home country will provide support in the placement of the individual into a safe space. The PGO systematically advocates with the Judiciary to allow for the victims to be repatriated to their home countries once their statements have been taken, and while in some instances this is agreed to, many Judges are reluctant to have the victim repatriated prior to the conclusion of the case." (17).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"The establishment of a Victim Support Unit in the PGO has assisted in identifying some services to support survivors of trafficking. In a number of instances, the Embassies of the victim’s home country will provide support in the placement of the individual into a safe space. The PGO systematically advocates with the Judiciary to allow for the victims to be repatriated to their home countries once their statements have been taken, and while in some instances this is agreed to, many Judges are reluctant to have the victim repatriated prior to the conclusion of the case." (17).
June 20, 2023, 9:30 p.m.
Countries: Nicaragua
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"The Human Trafficking Prevention Act (No. 896) entered into force in 2015. It regulates prevention and victim support as well as investigation, prosecution and punishment of the offence from a human rights and gender-based perspective. Trafficking in persons is a priority for prosecutors, as are migrant smuggling, kidnapping, sexual exploitation, pornography and paying for sex with adolescents. The national police is responsible for drawing up operational plans and measures to prevent, investigate and prosecute this crime, coordinating its efforts with related institutions and bodies." (13). "In accordance with the international human rights instruments to which Nicaragua is a party, humanitarian visas may be granted to persons whose human rights have...more
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"The Human Trafficking Prevention Act (No. 896) entered into force in 2015. It regulates prevention and victim support as well as investigation, prosecution and punishment of the offence from a human rights and gender-based perspective. Trafficking in persons is a priority for prosecutors, as are migrant smuggling, kidnapping, sexual exploitation, pornography and paying for sex with adolescents. The national police is responsible for drawing up operational plans and measures to prevent, investigate and prosecute this crime, coordinating its efforts with related institutions and bodies." (13). "In accordance with the international human rights instruments to which Nicaragua is a party, humanitarian visas may be granted to persons whose human rights have...more
April 19, 2023, 6:17 p.m.
Countries: North Korea
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"China - an ally of sorts - does not recognise North Korean refugee status and repatriates those who flee, where back home they are labelled 'traitors' and face forced labour, imprisonment without trial, and in some cases the death penalty." (para 10). "The who could escape braved exploitation at home, exploitation on the border, and exploitation even if they reached China. The risk of deportation grew as movement between Chinese provinces required travellers to submit health certificates. China's stance, says the GRC, is that the trafficking of people along its southeastern border is an internal issue, not the business of an international community that has already drawn ire for taking...more
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"China - an ally of sorts - does not recognise North Korean refugee status and repatriates those who flee, where back home they are labelled 'traitors' and face forced labour, imprisonment without trial, and in some cases the death penalty." (para 10). "The who could escape braved exploitation at home, exploitation on the border, and exploitation even if they reached China. The risk of deportation grew as movement between Chinese provinces required travellers to submit health certificates. China's stance, says the GRC, is that the trafficking of people along its southeastern border is an internal issue, not the business of an international community that has already drawn ire for taking...more
March 31, 2023, 2:31 p.m.
Countries: Egypt
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"[There is a] National Strategy to Combat and Prevent Human Trafficking for 2016-2021" (2).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"[There is a] National Strategy to Combat and Prevent Human Trafficking for 2016-2021" (2).
March 18, 2023, 10:20 p.m.
Countries: Ethiopia
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-LAW-2
"[The Proclamation for the Prevention and Suppression of Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants (Proclamation No. 909/2015)] provides for immunity for victims of trafficking and smuggling in order to encourage victims to report offences and collaborate with the prosecutor in providing evidence. It also envisages support services including safe return, reuniting with their families as well as integrating them into society. The law also establishes a Fund to prevent and rehabilitate victims with sources such as Government budget, proceeds of properties confiscated from perpetrators as well as grants and voluntary contributions" (10).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-LAW-2
"[The Proclamation for the Prevention and Suppression of Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants (Proclamation No. 909/2015)] provides for immunity for victims of trafficking and smuggling in order to encourage victims to report offences and collaborate with the prosecutor in providing evidence. It also envisages support services including safe return, reuniting with their families as well as integrating them into society. The law also establishes a Fund to prevent and rehabilitate victims with sources such as Government budget, proceeds of properties confiscated from perpetrators as well as grants and voluntary contributions" (10).
March 17, 2023, 8:20 p.m.
Countries: Ethiopia
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"[The Proclamation for the Prevention and Suppression of Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants (Proclamation No. 909/2015)] also envisages for cooperation with destination as well as transit countries. Investigations, exchange of information and extradition agreements are expected to foster prosecution of human trafficking. To this end, Ethiopia adopted the IGAD Conventions on Extradition and Mutual Legal Assistance. It also entered into bilateral extradition agreements with Sudan and Djibouti" (10).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"[The Proclamation for the Prevention and Suppression of Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants (Proclamation No. 909/2015)] also envisages for cooperation with destination as well as transit countries. Investigations, exchange of information and extradition agreements are expected to foster prosecution of human trafficking. To this end, Ethiopia adopted the IGAD Conventions on Extradition and Mutual Legal Assistance. It also entered into bilateral extradition agreements with Sudan and Djibouti" (10).
March 8, 2023, 1:43 p.m.
Countries: Montenegro
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"In [child marriage] cases, the police must act urgently, cautiously and with due care, similar to other cases involving children. In case of learning about the occurrence of child marriage, the centre for social work and possibly the Office for Combating Trafficking in Human Beings (if there is a suspicion that the child is a victim of trafficking in human beings) will be informed. One of the measures in the 2019 Action Plan for the implementation of the Strategy for Combatting Trafficking in Human Beings provides for the organization of training of Roma mediators and peer educators on the risks of sexual and economic exploitation" (9-10).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"In [child marriage] cases, the police must act urgently, cautiously and with due care, similar to other cases involving children. In case of learning about the occurrence of child marriage, the centre for social work and possibly the Office for Combating Trafficking in Human Beings (if there is a suspicion that the child is a victim of trafficking in human beings) will be informed. One of the measures in the 2019 Action Plan for the implementation of the Strategy for Combatting Trafficking in Human Beings provides for the organization of training of Roma mediators and peer educators on the risks of sexual and economic exploitation" (9-10).
Feb. 4, 2023, 6:14 p.m.
Countries: Namibia
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"To effectively assist victims of TIP, a National Referral Mechanism (NRM) and its Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) has been developed through which state actors and civil society fulfil their obligations to protect and promote the human rights of victims of trafficking by coordinating their efforts in a strategic partnership. Implementation of the NRM & SOPs are being coordinated by the Ministry of Gender Equality and Child Welfare through the Inter Ministerial Committee and The National Coordinating Body (membership consisting of Government and non-governmental actors)." (25) "In 2019 the government of the republic of Namibia with the assistance of international organisation for migration (IOM) managed to assist 24 victims of trafficking...more
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"To effectively assist victims of TIP, a National Referral Mechanism (NRM) and its Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) has been developed through which state actors and civil society fulfil their obligations to protect and promote the human rights of victims of trafficking by coordinating their efforts in a strategic partnership. Implementation of the NRM & SOPs are being coordinated by the Ministry of Gender Equality and Child Welfare through the Inter Ministerial Committee and The National Coordinating Body (membership consisting of Government and non-governmental actors)." (25) "In 2019 the government of the republic of Namibia with the assistance of international organisation for migration (IOM) managed to assist 24 victims of trafficking...more
Feb. 2, 2023, 1:11 p.m.
Countries: Austria
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"The Committee recommends that the State party:... (e) Revise immigration policies to ensure that laws and policies on the deportation of foreign women are not applied in a discriminatory manner, do not deter migrants, refugees and asylum seekers from reporting crimes of trafficking and do not undermine efforts to prevent trafficking in persons, identify or protect victims or prosecute perpetrators" (7).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"The Committee recommends that the State party:... (e) Revise immigration policies to ensure that laws and policies on the deportation of foreign women are not applied in a discriminatory manner, do not deter migrants, refugees and asylum seekers from reporting crimes of trafficking and do not undermine efforts to prevent trafficking in persons, identify or protect victims or prosecute perpetrators" (7).
May 16, 2022, 8:09 p.m.
Countries: Suriname
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"Until now, most victims have been assisted by initiatives from family, friends or NGOs, but there is a clear need for a structured governmental and/or non governmental programme or body, which is equipped to provide adequate professional support. The Ministry of Social Affairs and Housing is in the process of establishing a shelter “safe house” for victims of trafficking" (16-17).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"Until now, most victims have been assisted by initiatives from family, friends or NGOs, but there is a clear need for a structured governmental and/or non governmental programme or body, which is equipped to provide adequate professional support. The Ministry of Social Affairs and Housing is in the process of establishing a shelter “safe house” for victims of trafficking" (16-17).
March 10, 2022, 10:53 p.m.
Countries: Lebanon
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-LAW-2, AW-LAW-1
"The law does not provide for the granting of asylum or refugee status" (22).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-LAW-2, AW-LAW-1
"The law does not provide for the granting of asylum or refugee status" (22).
March 9, 2022, 8:57 a.m.
Countries: Italy
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"...article 18 of the Legislative Decree No. 286/98 (Act No. 17 of February 26, 2007), its new paragraph 6...is of the utmost importance, particularly for citizens from Romania and Bulgaria: it provides for the participation of foreign people as well as citizens of EU Member States who want escape from violence and traffickers" (43).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"...article 18 of the Legislative Decree No. 286/98 (Act No. 17 of February 26, 2007), its new paragraph 6...is of the utmost importance, particularly for citizens from Romania and Bulgaria: it provides for the participation of foreign people as well as citizens of EU Member States who want escape from violence and traffickers" (43).
Feb. 28, 2022, 3:29 p.m.
Countries: United Kingdom
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-LAW-2, AW-LAW-1
"Bermuda’s constitution and laws do not provide for granting asylum or refugee status, and the government does not have an established system for providing protection to refugees" (10).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-LAW-2, AW-LAW-1
"Bermuda’s constitution and laws do not provide for granting asylum or refugee status, and the government does not have an established system for providing protection to refugees" (10).
Feb. 17, 2022, 11:59 a.m.
Countries: Paraguay
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"...The government continued antitrafficking law enforcement and training efforts for teenagers entering the workforce but provided limited protective services to female and child trafficking victims. The ministry continued anti-child-labor information campaigns, in addition to campaigns promoting labor rights specific to the Chaco region" (20).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"...The government continued antitrafficking law enforcement and training efforts for teenagers entering the workforce but provided limited protective services to female and child trafficking victims. The ministry continued anti-child-labor information campaigns, in addition to campaigns promoting labor rights specific to the Chaco region" (20).
Feb. 11, 2022, 5 p.m.
Countries: Thailand
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"The law allows victims of trafficking and witnesses who cooperate with pending court cases to work legally during their trial and up to two years (with possible extensions) after the end of their trial involvement. Work permits must be linked to a specific employer. For certain victims of trafficking, including Rohingya, identifying suitable employment opportunities for the issuance of work permits remained a challenge. Registration, medical check-up, and healthinsurance fees remained a deterrent for prospective employers of victims of trafficking" (23). Although this is not asylum, it is greater help than other types of sylum seekers receive (SFR - CODER COMMENT). "UNHCR had access to these provincial shelters while authorities...more
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"The law allows victims of trafficking and witnesses who cooperate with pending court cases to work legally during their trial and up to two years (with possible extensions) after the end of their trial involvement. Work permits must be linked to a specific employer. For certain victims of trafficking, including Rohingya, identifying suitable employment opportunities for the issuance of work permits remained a challenge. Registration, medical check-up, and healthinsurance fees remained a deterrent for prospective employers of victims of trafficking" (23). Although this is not asylum, it is greater help than other types of sylum seekers receive (SFR - CODER COMMENT). "UNHCR had access to these provincial shelters while authorities...more
Jan. 24, 2022, 1:07 p.m.
Countries: India
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"The government advocated for the return of Rohingya refugees, including potential trafficking victims, to Burma" (33). "The law does not provide for the granting of asylum or refugee status, and the government has not established a system for providing protection to refugees" (33).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"The government advocated for the return of Rohingya refugees, including potential trafficking victims, to Burma" (33). "The law does not provide for the granting of asylum or refugee status, and the government has not established a system for providing protection to refugees" (33).
Dec. 27, 2021, 10:10 a.m.
Countries: Taiwan
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-LAW-2, AW-LAW-1
"The law does not provide for granting asylum or refugee status, and authorities have not established a system for providing protection to refugees... All PRC citizens unlawfully present are required by law to be returned to the PRC, although Taiwan allows PRC asylum seekers to remain in Taiwan on a case-bycase basis" (8).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-LAW-2, AW-LAW-1
"The law does not provide for granting asylum or refugee status, and authorities have not established a system for providing protection to refugees... All PRC citizens unlawfully present are required by law to be returned to the PRC, although Taiwan allows PRC asylum seekers to remain in Taiwan on a case-bycase basis" (8).
Nov. 30, 2021, 2:33 p.m.
Countries: Israel
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"The law requires employers to deduct 20 percent of irregular migrants’ salaries for deposit in a special fund and adds another 16 percent from the employer’s funds. Some vulnerable populations, including individuals recognized as human trafficking victims, are eligible for a reduced rate of 6 percent, but many of them either still paid the full deduction or did not receive reimbursements for previously paying the full deduction, according to PHRI and UNHCR. On December 8, PIBA announced all recognized victims of trafficking would receive retroactive reimbursements and would pay a deposit of 6 percent without having to declare their status to their employers" (26). "Asylum seekers who were recognized as...more
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"The law requires employers to deduct 20 percent of irregular migrants’ salaries for deposit in a special fund and adds another 16 percent from the employer’s funds. Some vulnerable populations, including individuals recognized as human trafficking victims, are eligible for a reduced rate of 6 percent, but many of them either still paid the full deduction or did not receive reimbursements for previously paying the full deduction, according to PHRI and UNHCR. On December 8, PIBA announced all recognized victims of trafficking would receive retroactive reimbursements and would pay a deposit of 6 percent without having to declare their status to their employers" (26). "Asylum seekers who were recognized as...more
Nov. 17, 2021, 8:27 p.m.
Countries: Singapore
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-LAW-2, AW-LAW-1
"The law does not provide for granting asylum or refugee status" (17).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-LAW-2, AW-LAW-1
"The law does not provide for granting asylum or refugee status" (17).
Nov. 15, 2021, 7:25 p.m.
Countries: Italy
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"NGOs and independent observers identified difficulties in asylum procedures, including inconsistency of standards applied in reception centers and insufficient referral rates of trafficking victims and unaccompanied minors to adequate services" (11). This indicates that while there may be procedural issues, asylum is likely available to victims of trafficking (JLR-CODER COMMENT).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3
"NGOs and independent observers identified difficulties in asylum procedures, including inconsistency of standards applied in reception centers and insufficient referral rates of trafficking victims and unaccompanied minors to adequate services" (11). This indicates that while there may be procedural issues, asylum is likely available to victims of trafficking (JLR-CODER COMMENT).
Nov. 9, 2021, 11:34 a.m.
Countries: Turkey
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-LAW-2, AW-PRACTICE-1
"Istanbul, along with 14 other provinces, stopped registering asylum seekers in 2018, with the exception of those in a few categories such as newborn children and some specialized medical cases and family reunification instances" (42).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-LAW-2, AW-PRACTICE-1
"Istanbul, along with 14 other provinces, stopped registering asylum seekers in 2018, with the exception of those in a few categories such as newborn children and some specialized medical cases and family reunification instances" (42).
Nov. 8, 2021, 2:18 p.m.
Countries: Spain
Variables: TRAFF-PRACTICE-3, TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-PRACTICE-2
"...The law permits any foreigner in the country who is a victim of gender-based violence or of trafficking in persons to file a complaint at a police station without fear of deportation, even if that individual is in the country illegally…" (10).
Variables: TRAFF-PRACTICE-3, TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-PRACTICE-2
"...The law permits any foreigner in the country who is a victim of gender-based violence or of trafficking in persons to file a complaint at a police station without fear of deportation, even if that individual is in the country illegally…" (10).
Oct. 25, 2021, 2:40 p.m.
Countries: Vietnam
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-LAW-2, AW-LAW-1
"The law does not provide for granting asylum or refugee status, and the government has not established a system for providing protection to refugees" (25).
Variables: TRAFF-LAW-3, IRP-LAW-2, AW-LAW-1
"The law does not provide for granting asylum or refugee status, and the government has not established a system for providing protection to refugees" (25).