Human Trafficking and the Private Sector: A Role for Corporate Counsel

Abstract

The private sector plays a critical role in the area of human trafficking. It can both facilitate exploitation and help prevent it from occurring. This short article discusses the emerging role of the private sector in preventing and responding to human trafficking, the evolving legal landscape, and the implications of this trend for corporate counsel.

Keywords: human trafficking, private sector, corporations, corporate social responsibility, disclosure, labor, supply chains, professional responsibility

JEL Classification: D62, D63, K20, K31, K22, L21, M14, O31