General knowledge
Is human trafficking legal?
No
Who is most vulnerable to human trafficking?
Women, children, Migrants and people in poverty or conflict zones
What’s a sign someone might be trafficked?
They’re always scared or not allowed to talk.
Is human trafficking in every country?
Yes, all over the world.
What is human trafficking?
Its when people are tricked or forced to work or do things against their will.
Can trafficking happen within a victims own country?
Yes
Why might a victim not seek help?
Fear, shame, language barriers, or being manipulated to trust their trafficker.
What does an NGO do?
They help stop trafficking and support victims.
How much money is made by human trafficking in a year?
236 Billion dollars
How do traffickers trap their victims?
Through deception, force, threats, debt bondage and manipulation
Can children be trafficked by family members?
Yes, sometimes families are involved, knowingly or unknowingly.
What are the three P’s of anti-trafficking efforts?
Prevention, Protection, and Prosecution.
Is human trafficking the same as human smuggling?
No human smuggling involves consent and ends upon arrival
What is grooming in the context of trafficking
What kind of jobs are commonly used for labor trafficking?
Domestic work, agriculture, construction, garment factories, and mining.
What international organization combats human trafficking?
The United Nations (UN), through bodies like UNODC.
How many people are estimated to be trafficked globally
Around 27 million people
What does “debt bondage” mean?
When a victim is forced to work to repay a debt and cannot leave until it's "paid off"
What role does technology play in trafficking?
It’s used for recruitment, grooming, and controlling victims—but also for rescue and prevention.
What U.S. law addresses human trafficking?
The Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA)