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Human trafficking facts for kids

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Human trafficking: Countries of origin are shown in red, destination countries are shown in blue; Data is from the UN, in 2006

Human trafficking (or Trafficking in human beings) is a way to exploit people. People are sold, bought, and traded much like slaves. It is estimated to be a $5 to $9 billion-a-year industry. Trafficking victims typically are recruited by using force or because they are deceived, or fraud is used, power is abused, or they are simply abducted. Threats, violence, and economic problems can often make a victim consent to exploitation.

Human trafficking is condemned as a violation of human rights by international conventions, but legal protection varies globally.

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    World Day Against Trafficking In Persons

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    Preity Zinta at ACT (Against Child Trafficking)

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  • Convicts Leased to Harvest Timber

    Convicts leased to harvest timber

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Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Trata de personas para niños

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