Bolstering Efforts to Counter Global Crimes
On World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, the Australian Government reaffirms its unwavering commitment to combatting these abhorrent crimes.
Embracing this year’s global theme of ‘reach every victim of trafficking, leave no one behind’, the government exhibits a steadfast dedication to bolstering its efforts in countering human trafficking and all forms of modern slavery.
Both domestically and internationally, the Australian government is resolutely committed to protecting the vulnerable and ensuring that no victim is left without support or assistance.
By actively participating in the fight against this heinous crime, the nation sets an example for others to follow, championing the cause for justice and human rights on a global scale.
National Awareness Campaign Empowering Communities
To mark this significant day, a national social media awareness campaign is launched by the Attorney General’s Department, in collaboration with the Australian Federal Police and civil society partners.
The campaign, titled ‘Look a Little Deeper Human Trafficking Happens in Australia’, aims to empower communities and raise awareness about the deceptive tactics used by traffickers to recruit victims into modern slavery.
The campaign’s multi-language translation seeks to amplify its impact and reach.
Ambitious Policy Program Addressing the Scourge
The Albanese Government is actively implementing an ambitious policy program to combat the insidious scourge of human trafficking and modern slavery. This comprehensive program includes:
- A $24.3 million boost to the Support for Trafficked People Program over the next four years.
- Allocating $8 million over four years to establish Australia’s first federal Anti-Slavery Commissioner.
- Providing $2.73 million over the next two years through the Modern Slavery Grants program.
- Offering $1 million to United Nations trusts, supporting victims of trafficking in their rehabilitation and recovery.
- Contributing up to $24 million of Official Development Assistance in the past financial year.
- Extending support for the first facility dedicated to combatting the trafficking of persons in Southeast Asia.
Global Recognition and Advocacy
Australia’s dedicated efforts in combating human trafficking have garnered global recognition, as evidenced by maintaining a Tier One ranking in the US Government’s 2023 Trafficking in Persons Report for an impressive 20 years in a row.
Furthermore, the nation continues to be a prominent advocate on this issue in international forums. Actively participating as a co-chair of the Bali Process on People Smuggling, Trafficking in Persons, and Related Transnational Crime, Australia demonstrates its commitment to addressing this pressing concern on a global scale.
The Australian government’s unwavering commitment, coupled with its comprehensive policy program and active global advocacy, collectively reinforces its strong stance against human trafficking. This determination reaffirms the country’s resolve to eliminate this heinous crime and provides crucial support to victims on their path to recovery and justice.
Sources: THX News & Minister for Foreign Affairs.
