VIENNA, Dec 11 (Reuters) – Human trafficking has risen sharply due to conflicts, climate-induced disasters and global crises, according to a United Nations report published on Wednesday. In 2022, the latest year for which data is widely available, the number of known victims worldwide rose to 25% above 2019’s pre-pandemic levels, the United Nations Office … [Read more…]
The U.S. Department of State’s Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons, partnering with Verité, presents the Responsible Sourcing Tool (RST). The website aims to help prospective bidders and federal contractors establish robust due diligence systems to prevent human trafficking, including forced labor, in supply chains. It offers policies, performance standards, and processes to … [Read more…]
On February 28, USAID published the “Safeguarding Against Exploitation, Sexual Abuse, Child Abuse, and Child Neglect” proposed rule and the 60-day public comment period closes on April 29, 2024. Similar to the recently introduced assistance standard provisions, this proposed rule aims to strengthen protections for program participants, community members, project staff, and other individuals in … [Read more…]