Senegal

Senegal is a country in West Africa that is known for its rich culture and history. It is home to a diverse population of over 16 million people, including various ethnic groups and religions. Senegal has a growing economy and is a hub for trade and investment in the region. The country is also known for its music, art, and literature.

Human trafficking is a serious concern in Senegal, particularly in the context of forced labor and sexual exploitation. Traffickers often prey on vulnerable populations, including women and children, and may operate across national borders. The Senegalese government has taken steps to address human trafficking, including through the adoption of laws and policies to protect victims and prevent trafficking. However, trafficking remains a persistent problem, and efforts to combat it must be continued and strengthened.

 

IOM Director General's Executive Office | International Organization for Migration
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IOM Director General's Executive Office | International Organization for Migration

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The Department of External Relations is responsible for supporting and coordinating the Organization’s relations with its Member States, intergovernmental organizations and civil society. The Department leads and coordinates IOM’s external engagements, including IOM’s support for global and regional consultative processes. The Department coordinates the Organization’s participation in multilateral mechanisms, conferences and processes and follow-up to…

Women are safer when they know their rights: Human trafficking survivor on initiative to protect others
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Women are safer when they know their rights: Human trafficking survivor on initiative to protect others

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Favor left her parents’ household at a very young age due to bad living conditions. She went to live with an aunt hoping for a better life, unaware that it was just the beginning of her suffering. When she was only 15 years old, her aunt sent her to work as a vendor on the…

UNODC Expertise Supports Senegal to Prevent and Investigate Human Trafficking Cases
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UNODC Expertise Supports Senegal to Prevent and Investigate Human Trafficking Cases

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Dakar (Senegal), 31 March 2022 – The picturesque island of Gorée off the west coast of Africa is a popular tourist destination.  It is also a stark reminder of the continent’s tragic past during the Atlantic slave trade. Behind the elegant houses of former slave traders stands the ‘House of Slaves’, where men, women and…