Human trafficking, also known as trafficking in persons, is a form of modern-day slavery where individuals are exploited for labor or sexual purposes through force, fraud, or coercion.

Key aspects of human trafficking include:

• Exploitation: Traffickers exploit victims for profit, compelling them to work in industries such as agriculture, domestic service, construction, or the sex industry.
• Means of Control: Traffickers use various tactics to control their victims, including physical and emotional abuse, threats, debt bondage, and confiscation of documents.
• Lack of Consent: Victims do not freely consent to their exploitation. Traffickers use force, fraud, or coercion to compel and maintain control over their victims.

More information can be found at:

• United Nations - Human Trafficking
• Department of Homeland Security - What is Human Trafficking?
• U.S. Department of State - Trafficking in Persons Report