Topic: 2024-Human Trafficking
Country: Jordan
Delegate Name: Sana Jindal
Millions of men, women, and children are trafficked worldwide, every year. Human trafficking is a grave violation of human rights, a contemporary form of slavery that exploits the most vulnerable and thrives in the shadows. Victims are often subjected to forced labor, sexual exploitation, or other forms of abuse, stripping them of their dignity and freedom. This crime operates across borders and within communities, fueled by systemic issues such as poverty, corruption, and conflict, making it a truly global challenge.
In Jordan, Human trafficking is a multifaceted issue that has not gone unnoticed and it is actively working on combating this heinous issue. While the government of Jordan does not fully comply with the minimum standards for the elimination of human trafficking, it is making increasing efforts to eliminate human trafficking. These efforts include increasing conviction and applying adequate prison times to convicted traffickers, identifying more victims and potential victims, providing shelter and assistance to more victims, and improving shelter bylaws to improve access to services for potential victims incentives outside of law enforcement actions.
Despite these efforts, challenges remain. Jordan faces difficulties in enforcing anti-trafficking laws consistently, addressing root causes such as economic vulnerability, and managing the complexities of its significant migrant worker population. Moreover, ongoing regional conflicts and the presence of refugees within Jordan’s borders worsen the risks of exploitation, making it essential to strengthen preventative and protective measures.
By building on its existing frameworks, Jordan can further its fight against trafficking while contributing to broader global initiatives to end this pervasive crime.
