Preventing Forced Labor and Human Trafficking

VECTRA International

Course overview

Modern slavery, forced labor, and human trafficking continue to affect millions worldwide — often hidden within supply chains.

This course helps you recognize the signs, understand global standards, and take proactive measures to eliminate these practices.

Aligned with UN SDG 8.7 and key international frameworks such as the ILO Conventions and Palermo Protocol, this course provides the knowledge and tools to protect your organization, support ethical sourcing, and contribute to a fairer global economy.

 

What to expect

Course Type - Online e-learning course
Duration - 20- minutes

Skills covered

Ethical behavior Leadership Compliance
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.

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