Buyers of trafficking victims can be anyone. Here is why we need to hold them accountable.

The law of supply and demand requires both a buyer and a seller in order for a transaction to occur. The same applies in the sex industry.

We’ve already discussed the typical demographic of sex traffickers––romantic partners, deceitful bosses, and anyone that has convinced victims that they can be trusted––but what about buyers of sex? Who are these people that purchase other people for their own greedy, lustful desires?

DressemberJune 10, 2019emily james, human trafficking, children victims, Advocate Resources

Are children victims of human trafficking?

Since 2016, an estimated 40.3 million people are involved in modern day slavery, including the 24.9 million in forced labor and 15.4 million in a forced marriage. These forced relationships can result in rape and domestic violence but since they are in a contractual marriage, assault is oftentimes overlooked.

DressemberDecember 26, 2018human trafficking, children victims, modern day slavery, forced labor, kendra martin, Dressember2018

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