VECTRA International

Preventing Forced Labor and Human Trafficking

Duration: 45-50 min Intermediate Certificate Course Updated Feb 2026

About course

Preventing Forced Labor and Human Trafficking, is designed to align corporate operations with global human rights standards, specifically UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 8.7. The course provides an in-depth look at how modern slavery can be embedded in complex global supply chains—from raw material extraction to final distribution. Participants learn to identify deceptive recruitment tactics, recognize "red flag" indicators during audits, and implement robust governance frameworks to protect both vulnerable workers and organizational reputations.

Course Outline

Recognize the Global Challenge

  • Understand forced labor and its connection to UN SDG 8.7
  • Learn the ILO’s definition and key elements of forced labor

Understand Forms and Risk Groups

  • Explore bonded labor, prison labor, human trafficking, and exploitative recruitment
  • Identify vulnerable worker groups: women, migrants, indigenous and informal workers

Learn About Human Trafficking

  • Definition and key elements from the UN Palermo Protocol
  • Global and national efforts to prevent trafficking
  • Organizational responsibilities: audits, ethical recruitment, training

Apply Practical Checkpoints

  • Forced labor indicators in business and supply chains
  • Employer checklist: policies, contracts, audits, and reporting mechanisms

Review a Real-World Case Study

  • Identify forced labor risks and corrective measures
  • Strengthen awareness through real-life examples

Course Outcome

After completing this course, you will:

  • Understand the meaning and forms of forced labor and human trafficking.
  • Align your organization with UN SDG 8.7 on ending modern slavery.
  • Identify checkpoints and risk areas within your business and supply chain.
  • Gain an overview of international regulations and best practices on forced labor.
  • Recognize vulnerable worker groups and take steps to prevent exploitation.

Topic expert

Neena Mehta
Neena Mehta
Consultant

Neena is a labor rights specialist dedicated to identifying and preventing forced labor, human trafficking, and sexual harassment (POSH) within manufacturing environments. She specializes in protecting vulnerable migrant labor by implementing robust reporting protocols and recognizing the subtle signs of exploitation across the supply chain. By managing high-stakes audit responses and leadining prevention training, Neena ensures a safe, ethical, and legally compliant workplace that upholds the highest standards of human dignity.

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