Trafficking in Persons & Smuggling of Migrants - Trends and basics

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What is Trafficking in Persons & Smuggling of Migrants - Trends and basics

Foundational insights into trafficking and smuggling: definitions, drivers, and global trends.

This introductory course covers the core concepts and global context of trafficking in persons and the smuggling of migrants. Participants will learn the key differences between these crimes, the factors that drive them, and the latest trends shaping their evolution. 

The course outlines common methods used by criminal networks, identifies basic indicators of exploitation, and introduces the roles of victims, facilitators, and enablers. Through real-world examples, learners build foundational awareness of vulnerabilities and gain a clear understanding of the legal and human dimensions of these crimes.

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Introduction to Human Trafficking, Smuggling
1m 22s
Global trends of smuggling in person
2m 25s

Who is this online class for?

This online class is designed for law enforcement personnel, border and customs officials, frontline practitioners, and professionals seeking a foundational understanding of trafficking in persons and the smuggling of migrants. It is suitable for individuals working in public safety, immigration services, social services, and community-based organizations who may encounter these issues in their roles.

The program also benefits policy advisors, educators, and compliance professionals who require a clear introduction to trafficking and smuggling concepts, key indicators, and emerging trends. No prior specialized experience is required, though a general interest in transnational crime and human protection issues will support effective participation.

Overview

Modules Icon 4 Modules
Resource Icon 127 Resources
Exercise Icon 20 Exercises
Final Essay Project Icon Final Essay Project

    1. Introduction to Human Trafficking, Smuggling

    2. Introduction to Human Trafficking, Smuggling

    3. Introduction to Human Trafficking, Smuggling

    4. Introduction to Human Trafficking, Smuggling

    5. Definition of Human Trafficking

    6. Definition of Human Trafficking

    7. Categories of human trafficking

    8. Sexual Exploitation

    9. Sexual Exploitation

    10. Case study

    11. Case study

    12. Human Trafficking vs. Voluntary Sex Work

    13. Human Trafficking vs. Voluntary Sex Work

    14. Other categories of sexual exploitation

    15. Other categories of sexual exploitation

    16. Forced Labor

    17. Forced Labor

    18. Forced Labor

    19. Forced Labor

    20. Forced Labor

    21. Quiz 1

    22. Trafficking for forced criminal activity

    23. Trafficking for forced criminal activity

    24. Human trafficking for domestic servitude

    25. Human trafficking for domestic servitude

    26. Elements of human trafficking

    27. Elements of human trafficking

    28. Quiz 2

    29. Definition of people smuggling

    30. Definition of people smuggling

    31. Case study

    32. Case study

    33. Case study

    34. Case study

    35. Quiz 3

    36. Smuggling vulnerabilities

    37. Smuggling vulnerabilities

    38. Smuggling vulnerabilities

    39. Quiz 4

    40. Smuggling vulnerabilities

    41. Smuggling vulnerabilities

    42. Use of social media

    43. Use of social media

    44. Use of social media

    45. Use of social media

    46. Rules of engagement in using social media

    47. Rules of engagement in using social media

    48. Quick tips

    49. Vulnerability of smuggled migrants to exploitation

    50. Vulnerability of smuggled migrants to exploitation

    51. Vulnerability of smuggled migrants to exploitation

    52. Common characteristics between human trafficking and migrant smuggling?

    53. Common characteristics between human trafficking and migrant smuggling?

    54. Common characteristics between human trafficking, smuggling, and forced labor

    55. Differences between human trafficking and migrant smuggling

    56. Differences between human trafficking, smuggling, and forced labor

    57. Sources

    58. UN Trafficking in Person reports

    59. Investigative techniques

    60. Final Quiz

    1. Global and Historical Context

    2. Global trends of smuggling in persons

    3. Global trends of smuggling in persons

    4. Global trends of smuggling in persons

    5. Global trends in people smuggling

    6. Global and Historical Context

    7. Supply and demand in smuggling of migrants

    8. Supply and demand in smuggling of migrants

    9. Historical context of key tools in international policies

    10. The role of international law

    11. The role of international law

    12. Article

    13. Quiz

    1. Characteristics and Typologies of Crimes

    2. Profile of traffickers

    3. Profile of traffickers

    4. Profile of traffickers

    5. Profile of individual traffickers

    6. Profile of individual traffickers

    7. Profile of individual traffickers

    8. Case study

    9. Operational methods

    10. Operational methods

    11. Operational methods

    12. Case study: Victimization in trafficking

    13. Case study: Victimization in trafficking

    14. Case study: Victimization in trafficking

    15. Case study: between traffickers and smugglers

    16. Case study: between traffickers and smugglers

    17. Profile of smugglers

    18. Profile of smugglers

    19. Smugglers’ operational methods and networks

    20. Smugglers’ operational methods and networks

    21. Profile of smuggled migrants

    22. Profile of smuggled migrants

    23. Profile of smuggled migrants

    24. Victimology: Profile of a trafficking victim

    25. Victimology: Profile of a trafficking victim

    26. Vulnerabilities

    27. Vulnerabilities

    28. Barriers to identification and exiting

    29. Barriers to identification and exiting

    30. Barriers to identification and exiting

    31. Quiz 1

    32. Barriers to identification and exiting

    33. Case study: Sexually exploited in Norway

    34. Case study: Sexually exploited in Norway

    35. Case study: Sexually exploited in Norway

    36. Trafficking and mixed migrations

    37. Trafficking and mixed migrations

    38. Case study: Smuggled from Algeria

    39. Case study: Smuggled from Algeria

    40. Case study: Smuggled from Algeria

    1. Routes, influences and counter-measures

    2. Key routes of trafficking

    3. Key routes of trafficking

    4. Influence of geopolitical instability and conflict zones

    5. Influence of geopolitical instability and conflict zones

    6. Countering Trafficking in persons

    7. Countering Trafficking in persons

    8. Use of technology and counter measures

    9. Use of technology and counter measures

    10. Privacy and data protection

    11. Privacy and data protection

    12. Resources

    13. Quiz

    14. Congratulations

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