Abstract
ABSTRACT The COVID-19 pandemic has heightened socio-economic vulnerabilities, disproportionately affecting marginalized communities and amplifying the risks associated with human trafficking. This paper examines the pandemic’s impact on human trafficking trends in India and the United States, focusing on shifts in vulnerabilities and victim profiles during and after the pandemic period. By employing rigorous selection criteria, the review synthesizes a robust dataset from the Counter Trafficking Data Collaborative (CTDC), to provide an understanding of the issue. Data on trafficking is complemented with a critical analysis of existing legislation, including India’s Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act and the US’s Trafficking Victims Protection Act, and evaluates their efficacy in addressing the dynamic challenges posed by the pandemic. Through a comparative approach, this study underscores the necessity for adaptable strategies and innovative solutions, offering insightful policy recommendations tailored to the specific contexts of India and the US, with broader implications for global anti-trafficking efforts.
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