Human sex trafficking is the trade in humans, most commonly for the purpose of sexual slavery or commercial sexual exploitation for the trafficker or others. It can occur within a country or trans-nationally. It is a crime against the person because of the violation of the victim’s rights of movement and because of their commercial exploitation.
Human Sex trafficking is thought to be one of the fastest-growing activities of trans-national criminal organizations. The following infographic named “Human Sex Trafficking- An Online Epidemic”, depicts in-depth statistics covering many statistics encompassing the war on human trafficking, and where it is growing currently. The info graphic shows some astonishing facts like the average age of victims trafficked into prostitution are between 12 and 14 years.
The infographic displays exact information about the Victims, the Offenders and the Customers in this vicious circle of the Human sex trafficking. Also it insights the method by which the offenders try to recruit the victims for trafficking.
The infographic talks about the role of internet in Human Sex Trafficking, it sheds light on the fact that more than 15% of the victims were recruited through online in last 5 years. The internet helps the Offenders to recruit and find their victims easily. But also the internet is used for helping the authorities and advocate groups to catch Sex Traffickers by tracking digital footprints and using facial recognition to match missing person to online sex ads.
Guys, groom into this highly informative infographic about Human Sex Trafficking. Get informed about it. It is really helpful for those who do not have any idea about this shitty illegal business. Be safe!!
Infographic Source :- socialwork.une.edu
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