Cynthia Kayle Understanding the Scope of Child Exploitation and Trafficking
Child exploitation and trafficking are global crimes that have devastating effects on millions of children worldwide. Despite ongoing efforts to combat these crimes, child trafficking continues to rise, with new and increasingly sophisticated methods being employed by traffickers. In this post, we’ll explore the scope of child exploitation , the global statistics , the types of exploitation children face, and the underlying factors that contribute to their vulnerability. 1. Global Statistics on Child Exploitation and Trafficking Child trafficking affects millions of children worldwide. According to the United Nations and Interpol , there are an estimated 1.2 million children trafficked every year globally, though the true number may be much higher due to underreporting and the secretive nature of the crime. The International Labour Organization (ILO) reports that approximately 5.5 million children are involved in child labor that amounts to exploitatio...