Trafficking Victims
The victims of human trafficking are at the heart of what we do
The Salvation Army has a long history of working with people
Who are vulnerable and marginalised across the world, including people who find themselves the victims of trafficking and offer unconditional assistance and support regardless of race, religion, gender or sexual choices, respecting the identity and choices of all those referred to them.
In England
For the last five years, The Salvation Army has practical direct experience in supporting women who have been trafficked into the UK for sexual purposes, providing accommodation, care and support in a confidential client-based service which addresses the needs of a very vulnerable group.
If you consider yourself
- to be a victim of trafficking and are in need of assistance, or
- or you are a nominated First Responder, or simply a concerned individual, who comes into contact with some-one you suspect may be a victim of trafficking and in need of assistance
Please call our 24 hour confidential Referral Helpline on
0300 3038151 anytime of the day or night.
Facts
- Worldwide more than 800,000 men, women and children are trafficked every year
- 77% are women
- 87% of trafficked victims are sexually exploited
- This is a worldwide criminal activity with annual profits estimated to be $32 billion
- Women are sold for £500 - £8000
Source: UNODC/Home Office
Human trafficking is the acquisition of people by improper means such as force, fraud or deception, with the aim of exploiting them. First and foremost, human trafficking is a crime against humanity.
If you know of someone who is a victim of human trafficking call 0800 783 2589
(run by the Metropolitan Police's anti-trafficking unit, SCD9, and charity Stop the Traffik)
Global Issue
Anti human trafficking is a global issue - The Salvation Army is deeply committed to fighting human trafficking however it may be manifested and seeks to exercise care in restoring the freedom and dignity of those affected.