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Tracking Human Trafficking

October 2024
U.S. Human Trafficking Data Collection Activities, 2024

The U.S. Department of Justice’s 2024 report shows a steady rise in federal human trafficking enforcement. In 2022, 1,912 suspects were referred for prosecution—a 26% increase since 2012—with prosecutions and convictions both more than doubling. Most defendants were male U.S. citizens.

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September 2024
Double Edged Swords: The Role of Technology in Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling

A 2024 briefing by NatCen and the University of Westminster explores how technology both enables and combats human trafficking. Traffickers use social media and online platforms to lure victims through scams and coercion, often across borders. Law enforcement struggles to keep pace, but tech is also aiding response efforts.

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December 2024
To Combat Modern Slavery, Incentivize Innovation in Supply Chains

A 2024 CSIS policy commentary addresses forced labor in global supply chains, which affects an estimated 28 million people and generates $236 billion in illegal profits. While U.S. actions like the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act are important, the report argues they must be paired with support for ethical alternatives.

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December 2024
UNODC Global Report on Trafficking in Persons 2024

The UNODC Global Report on Trafficking in Persons 2024 shows a 25% rise in detected trafficking victims since 2019, driven by conflicts, climate events, and global crises. Forced labor is increasingly common, and women and girls remain the main targets of sexual exploitation. Children now make up 38% of victims. Sub-Saharan Africa is the largest source region (26%), with notable increases in victim detection in Africa, North America, and Europe.

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June 2024
U.S. Department Of State 2024 Trafficking in Persons Report 2024

The U.S. State Department’s 2024 TIP Report shows progress in global anti-trafficking efforts, with 133,943 victims identified and 7,115 convictions in 2023—both increases from the previous year. Some countries improved their rankings by strengthening protections, and the report highlights prevention and demand reduction as key focus areas. However, the gap between identified victims and convictions remains wide, pointing to the need for stronger enforcement.

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October 2024
U.S. Human Trafficking Data Collection Activities, 2024

The U.S. Department of Justice’s 2024 report shows a steady rise in federal human trafficking enforcement. In 2022, 1,912 suspects were referred for prosecution—a 26% increase since 2012—with prosecutions and convictions both more than doubling. Most defendants were male U.S. citizens.

Read More
September 2024
Double Edged Swords: The Role of Technology in Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling

A 2024 briefing by NatCen and the University of Westminster explores how technology both enables and combats human trafficking. Traffickers use social media and online platforms to lure victims through scams and coercion, often across borders. Law enforcement struggles to keep pace, but tech is also aiding response efforts.

Read More
December 2024
To Combat Modern Slavery, Incentivize Innovation in Supply Chains

A 2024 CSIS policy commentary addresses forced labor in global supply chains, which affects an estimated 28 million people and generates $236 billion in illegal profits. While U.S. actions like the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act are important, the report argues they must be paired with support for ethical alternatives.

Read More
December 2024
UNODC Global Report on Trafficking in Persons 2024

The UNODC Global Report on Trafficking in Persons 2024 shows a 25% rise in detected trafficking victims since 2019, driven by conflicts, climate events, and global crises. Forced labor is increasingly common, and women and girls remain the main targets of sexual exploitation. Children now make up 38% of victims. Sub-Saharan Africa is the largest source region (26%), with notable increases in victim detection in Africa, North America, and Europe.

Read More
June 2024
U.S. Department Of State 2024 Trafficking in Persons Report 2024

The U.S. State Department’s 2024 TIP Report shows progress in global anti-trafficking efforts, with 133,943 victims identified and 7,115 convictions in 2023—both increases from the previous year. Some countries improved their rankings by strengthening protections, and the report highlights prevention and demand reduction as key focus areas. However, the gap between identified victims and convictions remains wide, pointing to the need for stronger enforcement.

Read More
October 2024
U.S. Human Trafficking Data Collection Activities, 2024

The U.S. Department of Justice’s 2024 report shows a steady rise in federal human trafficking enforcement. In 2022, 1,912 suspects were referred for prosecution—a 26% increase since 2012—with prosecutions and convictions both more than doubling. Most defendants were male U.S. citizens.

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Africa

Africa accounts for an estimated 31% of globally identified cross-border trafficking victims. Ongoing challenges include child trafficking and gaps in victim protection mechanisms.

Asia-Pacific

With an estimated 29.6 million individuals affected by forced labor or forced marriage, Asia-Pacific remains the region with the highest absolute number of victims globally.

Europe

In Europe, trafficking for sexual exploitation is reported more frequently than for forced labor. Women and girls constitute the majority of identified victims in this region.

North America

Both labor and sexual exploitation are documented across North America. Data limitations continue to challenge efforts to fully assess the scale and scope of trafficking in the region.

South America

Based on past estimates, around 1.8 million individuals in Latin America have experienced trafficking, with sexual exploitation reported most frequently. Children remain especially vulnerable.

Middle East

At least 230,000 people are estimated to be in situations of forced labor in the region. Migrant workers under the Kafala system, particularly domestic workers, face elevated risks.

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Data, Tools and Directories

Explore research policy resources, statistics and datasets, and expert tools used across global anti-trafficking efforts.

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Explore international legal frameworks and authoritative law enforcement guidelines for combating trafficking.

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Academic Research

Explore latest peer-reviewed publications and research findings on trafficking and interventions.

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