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12. December 2024

UNITED AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING:PREVENTING EXPLOITATION AND HELPING THOSE AFFECTED

Every day, people in Germany are affected by exploitation and human trafficking. Refugees, and especially LGBTIQ+* people, are particularly vulnerable.

The International Rescue Committee, together with its network of partner organisations at the federal and European level, is implementing several projects aimed at preventing human trafficking and providing the best possible support for those affected, as well as empowering them to exercise their rights. These projects have produced information materials aimed at (potentially) affected persons, as well as at professionals and volunteers.

ARE YOU A REFUGEE YOURSELF?

Find out in this video how you can protect yourself from exploitation and human trafficking in Germany, how you can recognise dangerous situations and what support services are available.

  • Information on labour law in Germany can be found here.
  • On the website of the German NGO Coalition against Human Trafficking (KOK), you can find specialised counselling centres in your area.
  • The violence hotline for women can be reached 24/7 at 08000 116016.
  • The violence hotline for men can be reached from Monday to Thursday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Fridays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 0800 123 9900.

ARE YOU A PROFESSIONAL OR VOLUNTEER WHO HAS DIRECT CONTACT WITH REFUGEES?

Find out what human trafficking is, what forms of exploitation can take, what warning signs may point to it, how perpetrators operate, who can be affected by exploitation and human trafficking, and how you can take preventive action against it.

You can find more information and contact details Here.