Human Trafficking and Sexual Violence in Conflict

All around the world, numerous men, women, boys and girls suffer the harsh consequences of human trafficking and sexual violence in conflict. Thousands of people are forced into sexual slavery during conflict situations, and/or, when fleeing conflict, are forced by human traffickers into exploitative practices in route and in the country of destination. In looking at both human trafficking and sexual violence in conflict – both in their own right and together – a contribution is made to better understand the opportunities and challenges involved and to find ways forward in addressing these timely crimes. We will discuss the achievements, challenges and ways forward in combatting these crimes, the protection of victims and the prevention of the crimes, by interactive lectures in the morning. During the break students will work on group assignments, which will be discussed during an interactive afternoon session.