Tag: forced labour

Human trafficking generates an estimated $236bn in illegal profits each year, with much of that money moving through financial activity that can appear entirely...

When the term “forced labour” is mentioned, many people still imagine chains, locked doors, or dimly lit factories in distant parts of the world....

Modern slavery continues to deeply impact economies worldwide. A 2024 report by the International Labour Organization highlights a disturbing increase in profits from forced labour, which now total an estimated $236bn annually—a 37% jump since 2014.