Human trafficking is a pressing global problem that continues to affect millions of people, despite widespread efforts to combat it. To shed light on this pervasive issue, here are eight key facts about human trafficking in the 21st century that help to better understand why this crime occurs, how victims are recruited and exploited, and the links between human trafficking and migration ...

This platform contains insights related to the latest global, regional and subregional estimates and trends in drug demand and drug supply in the form of global, regional and sub-regional Key Findings that are easy to search. The user can explore the key findings sequentially following a narrative by their topic of choice. Alternatively, the user can search these key findings using the ...

Money laundering is the processing of criminal proceeds to disguise their illegal origin. This process is of critical importance, as it enables the criminal to enjoy these profits without jeopardizing their source.

The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is a global campaign that raises awareness and galvanizes action to end violence against women and girls. Spanning from 25th November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, to 10th December, International Human Rights Day, this annual campaign reminds us that a brighter, violence-free future is within our reach.

The Secretary-General appoints Ms. Ghada Fathi Waly of Egypt as Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime

Jun 26, 2024 · The emergence of new synthetic opioids and a record supply and demand of other drugs has compounded the impacts of the world drug problem, leading to a rise in drug use disorders and environmental harms, according to the World Drug Report 2024 launched by the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) today. “Drug production, trafficking, and use continue to exacerbate instability and inequality ...

A Global Report on Trafficking in Persons launched today by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) provides new information on a crime that shames us all. Based on data gathered from 155 countries, it offers the first global assessment of the scope of human trafficking and what is being done to fight it. It includes: an overview …

s year a special insight on prison rehabilitation. Based on data collected annually through the United Nations Survey of Crime Trends and Operations of Criminal Justice Systems (UN-CTS), the first edition of Prison Matters examines prison population trends, including pre-trial detention, and looks into the state of overcrowding in prisons globally, while it …

The adoption of the United Nations Convention against Corruption represents a historic milestone as it reflects a shared commitment by countries to fight corruption. What makes the Convention unique is its comprehensive approach to tackling corruption, emphasizing the importance of preventive measures, criminalization and law enforcement, international cooperation and …

Human traffickers who trick people with fake job offers and promises and then exploit them for profit are taking advantage of online technologies for every step of their criminal activities.