Victims of trafficking for forced prostitution: protection mechanisms and the right to remain in the destination countries

Protecting the rights of trafficked victims

By: Simic O
Published by: Global Commission on International Migration , 2004
Via: Eldis

This study explores the right of trafficked victims of forced prostitution to remain in destination countries through the application of legal standards and victim protection mechanisms found at the national, regional and international level. The study also highlights the importance of State recognition that trafficked persons are victims of serious human rights abuses. Protecting the rights of trafficked victims.

It argues that States need to take steps to safeguard the legal rights and protective needs of trafficking victims regardless of their immigration status or willingness to cooperate with law enforcement officials. It considers the feasibility of the position that trafficked persons should have the right to temporary residence and work permits, thereby serving the dual interests of both enabling trafficked persons to recover and rebuild their lives, and enabling the effective prosecution of traffickers by encouraging victims to report to the authorities and to act as witnesses.