Escalation of the Human Trafficking Crisis in the Post-Pandemic Era

The COVID-19 pandemic has worsened the already alarming crisis of human trafficking, leading to a significant increase in cases worldwide. The economic recession induced by lockdowns has rendered many people vulnerable to trafficking, as job opportunities dwindle, thereby increasing their susceptibility to false promises of employment in foreign countries. Traffickers have also exploited the surge in internet usage during the pandemic, resorting to online platforms for victim recruitment. The disruption of the criminal justice system and victim support services due to the pandemic has further compounded the issue.

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