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Slavery and human trafficking today

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Definition
What is modern slavery?

Slavery did not end in the 19th century. Today,

there are more slaves in the world than ever before.  

Data
Slavery data

Slavery is a hidden and complex crime, making it difficult to estimate. However, we do have some research on global prevalence that is useful for understanding its scale.

Click the sections below to get a breakdown of key statistics

Survivor stories
Survivor stories

Arise provides a platform for those who have passed through the pain of exploitation to tell their stories. This can help people to empathise with the severity of the situation for so many, and the urgency of abolition. 

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Delhi forced labour slavery survivor story
Sexual exploitation in London survivor story
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