In 1948, the declaration of human rights were created and it consists of 30 universal rights that all human beings have. It doesn't matter where you're from, if you're rich or poor; the human rights applies to everyone. Despite this fact, millions of people around the world are deprived of these rights and some don't even know they have any. In humanities, we had to choose a human right to focus on and we decided on human trafficking. Human trafficking is currently the fastest growing criminal activity and it is a worldwide issue. It is the illegal trade of humans, often known as the modern day slavery. Our goal is to inform others about this crisis, attempt to reduce trafficking, and help victims.
Being a global issue, human trafficking impacts everyone and no one is completely safe from this horrifying criminal activity. In fact, almost every thirty seconds, one person is trafficked. The victims are forced to endure harsh labour and sexual exploitation while living in appalling conditions and usually not earning any wage. However, the trafficked are not the only people suffering from this crime. Family members will be stricken with worry, the government and police have to take measures to enforce extra security and investigate the issue, people who hear the news will be concerned about safety, and the list goes on and on. Therefore, I believe that it is crucial for us to learn more about human trafficking so we are able to inform others and aid the victims.
Though I was already aware of the severity of this topic, I have still encountered many surprising and shocking facts. I was particularly disturbed by that the police often fail or refuse to investigate some complaints or casses of trafficking, especially those relating to domestic workers. I feel that this is unacceptable and that it could even promote more crime if the traffickers know that they won't be arrested and convicted.
While researching this issue, I was shocked and saddened by the pain and suffering that victims are forced to endure. I've read numerous stories and reports on human trafficking yet I am continuously appalled by this crime. I struggle to understand how and why anyone would ever do this to another human being, even if they were desperate for money. It just seems to highlight how fortunate I am to be living in a safe environment with plenty of security.
Sources:
http://www.ukrainebusiness.com.ua/modules/news/images/topics/4e1bbcd8-6157-0057.png
http://facts.randomhistory.com/human-trafficking-facts.html
http://www.un.org/en/documents/udhr/index.shtml
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