What is human trafficking
The United Nations define human trafficking as 'The acquisition of people by improper means such as force, fraud or deception, with the aim of exploiting them.'
Human trafficking affects men, women and children. It may involve:
- slavery
- sexual servitude
- labour exploitation, and
- debt bondage.
The Australian Federal Police (AFP) has dedicated human trafficking teams in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.
Visit the AFP page on human trafficking and slavery for more information.
Report human trafficking
In an emergency call Triple Zero (000).
You can also report suspected human trafficking to the Australian Federal Police.
More information
For more information, see:
- Sexual Assault Crisis Line (24 hours) | phone: 1800 806 292
- 1800RESPECT(opens in a new window) (24 hours) national telephone line for victims of sexual assault and family
- Victims of Crime Helpline(opens in a new window) (7 days, 8am-11pm) | 1800 819 817
- eSafety Commissioner(opens in a new window)
- Child Protection Service - Department of Families, Fairness and Housing(opens in a new window) (24 hours) | 131 278
- Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre(opens in a new window) (24 hours) for women and children | 1800 015 188 or 9322 3555
- Kids Helpline(opens in a new window) (24 hours) | 1800 551 800.
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