National Human Trafficking Awareness Day

National Human Trafficking Awareness Day is an annual American holiday of great importance for society as a whole. It is dedicated to raising awareness about the problem of human trafficking.

History

This holiday was established by the Senate in 2007. Since then, National Human Trafficking Awareness Day has been on January 11. It was warmly received by society, with a large number of people donating funds to events in support of those who have fallen victim to the cruel business of human trafficking.

Human trafficking implies the illegal exploitation of individuals, violating their personal rights and freedoms. Victims become bonded individuals who can be used for labor, sexual purposes, experimentation, and even as sources for organs on the black market for transplantation.

Human trafficking flourished from the 1400s, organized by European invaders who conquered new continents. Slaves were mostly black people taken to colonies and used as free labor, such as on plantations.

By the early 19th century, states began to recognize human trafficking as a capital crime. However, Africans received full freedom much later. The Emancipation Proclamation, issued in 1863, is considered the official document that almost completely eradicated slavery.

Interesting facts

• In the modern world, about 80% of trafficked individuals are used for sexual purposes, while the remaining 20% are used for labor. The current number of trafficked individuals is estimated at 20-30 million people.
• Human trafficking ranks third in the world’s criminal industries, right after drug trafficking and arms trafficking.
• Human trafficking flourishes among criminal gangs and terrorist organizations.

How to celebrate

Explore more information online about human trafficking on this day. Listen to lectures on the relevant topic. Share information about the holiday on social networks and tell your family and friends.

Remember that the main goal of National Human Trafficking Awareness Day is to raise public awareness about this issue.

When is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day in 2025?

National Human Trafficking Awareness Day is observed on January 11 each year.

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