Human Trafficking Statistics 2022-2021

• One in 200 people worldwide are slavery victims
• Forced marriages account for over 15 million trafficking victims
• One in seven forced laborers are moved
• A quarter of trafficked people are underage
• Male victims form ten percent of victims
• Over 40 million people are victims of trafficking
• Child sex trafficking accounted for half of the trafficking in 2018
• Trafficking generates over $100 billion annually

Human Trafficking Facts 2022-2021

One In 200 People Worldwide Are Slavery Victims

At any given moment, there may be more than 30 million people in slave-like conditions, working under threat of violence, with no freedom to move or choose who they work. In forced labor, slavery and trafficking victims are exploited or sexually active. Slavery is illegal everywhere, but it continues because it is profitable, and governments do not enforce the laws. Estimates show that 43 million people are stuck in modern slavery – that’s one person enslaved for every 100 in the world. It is just a conservative estimate based on the methodology developed with support from the UN. Slavery spans a broad spectrum of industries and settings, making it all the more important for everyone in society to do their part in eradicating this practice.

Forced Marriages Accounts For Over 15 Million Trafficking Victims

For over 15 million persons, the last 24 hours have passed in forced marriages, according to the International Center for Research on Women. The report estimates that 60-80% are under 18. The current rate of forced marriage overwhelms the capacity of the international and local organizations seeking to protect those affected by forced marriages, provide access to health care, and prevent further abductions within communities. While most human trafficking cases involve exploiting women and children, forced marriages are also a severe form of human trafficking. If a woman enters into a marriage solely because of family or cultural pressure and without consent, that is considered human trafficking. Forced marriages often result in domestic servitude and sexual abuse.

One In Seven Forced Laborers Are Moved

One in seven forced laborers moves from their first placements. Workplace exploitation further entrenches labor trafficking victims in modern slavery. These secondary employer relationships may be exploitative and coercive, and traffickers use a recruitment strategy called ‘debt bondage’ to exert power and control over their victims. A new report by the UN reveals that globally 14.8% of all forced laborers were transferred from their first placement during 2008-2010. Companies often use the practice of moving forced laborers following their initial post to hide the evidence of their abuse, prevent them from making complaints against the employer, and house them in worse conditions. It happens to put them under tighter supervision and reduce the chances of being discovered and rescued by authorities. A workplace survey can help identify these sensitive issues early, preventing the human rights violations of workers at risk of being trapped in situations of forced labor.

Human Trafficking Victim Trends

A Quarter Of Trafficked People Are Underage

Child trafficking is on the rise: the International Labor Organization projects it to be second only to drug trafficking in profitability. The central target populations for traffickers are girls and young women between the ages of 15 and 25, but a quarter of all trafficked people are underage. The scale of underage trafficking is difficult to quantify, but the limited statistics show a significant global problem. Child trafficking is counterproductive to sustainable development in that countries often lose a percentage of their working population and a group often more vulnerable to exploitation.

Sex Trafficking Facts 2022-2023

Male Victims Form Ten Percent Of Victims

Human trafficking is a phenomenon in all countries, including the United States. Male victims are often overlooked and go unidentified in some jurisdictions. Many men forced, coerced, or deceived into commercial sexual exploitation are vastly underreported. Additionally, male victims suffer from the social stigma surrounding the issue. This fact sheet outlines the case and highlights myths about and resources for male sex trafficking victims. Male victims of human trafficking have reported a diverse range of forced labor and sex trafficking abuses in the United States, including landscaping, construction, food processing and packaging, personal services such as cleaning or massage, and manufacturing. An enormous human trafficking problem is sex trafficking, and most, if not all, victims are women and children. However, males do not escape without effects from this insidious crime, as they play various roles in sex trafficking, ranging from being the seller to the poster boy.

Over 40 Million People Are Victims Of Trafficking

at any given time, over forty million people are victims of trafficking worldwide. Many come from disadvantaged backgrounds, living in underdeveloped regions and countries. In contrast, others are lured by the possibility of a better life or job opportunities only to find themselves later trapped in situations they cannot escape. Human trafficking is a complex crime taking place in every world region. It comprises various elements, including forced labor, domestic servitude, the sex industry, and other forms of modern slavery. Significant sources of forced labor include agriculture, construction, domestic work, manufacturing, mining, and prostitution. Women and girls are disproportionately affected by trafficking for sexual exploitation and constitute about 55% of all human trafficking for sexual purposes.

Child Sex Trafficking Formed Half Of Trafficking In 2018

Child sex trafficking accounted for almost half (46 percent) of overall trafficking. It is also the fastest growing and most violent form of human trafficking, exceeding its frequency and severity. While many factors contribute to this trend, one commonality among the victims is a history of sexual abuse and mental health issues. Although many people think they know what these children look like – they do not. Victims are often average-looking children who come from homes with average incomes. Half of all trafficking is due to the exploitation of children. The burden falls heavily upon the police and law enforcers to seek out these criminals.

Trafficking Generates Over $100 Billion Annually.

Adult trafficking generates around US$100 billion annually and is the second most profitable transnational crime in the world. It is a sum large enough to warrant the attention of governments, corporations, and individuals alike. Yet human trafficking remains one of the most profitable criminal enterprises globally, running far ahead of drug trafficking by a margin of ten to one.