Combating human trafficking
A poster from OSCE-supported awareness-raising campaign on human trafficking in Ukraine. (OSCE)
As hundreds of thousands of people have been displaced due to the crisis and Ukraine continues to face serious challenges, the vulnerability of Ukrainians becoming victims of various forms of human trafficking remains high. The focus of the Co-ordinator’s anti-trafficking activities lies in prevention, the strengthening of prosecution of perpetrators and assistance to victims.
As perpetrators are increasingly using cyberspace for this crime, special attention is paid to the IT-aspects of this phenomenon, including the need to promote cyber hygiene and safe use of the internet among Ukrainians.
The Co-ordinator’s assistance includes providing expertise to develop laws and regulations; awareness-raising campaigns; and training law enforcement authorities, labour inspectors, social service providers, teachers, the media, and civil society representatives.
A key tool is the National Referral Mechanism, which facilitates co-operation between state offices and non-governmental organizations to help victims obtain access to proper assistance.