Modern slavery is known as contemporary slavery or neo-slavery. The International Labor Organization estimates that over 40 million people are in some form of slavery today. 24.9 million people are in forced labor where 15.4 million people are in forced marriage. It’s a really strange amount for this 20th-century world.
Although slavery has been officially stopped but around illegal control some movements are still active within a different face. Let’s know how it is still active around the world.
Child Labour
A quarter of victims of this category of slavery are children, and many are involved in occupations that are mentally or physically harmful. The demand for cheap labor with specific physical characteristics increases the use of child laborers. Children are also easier to control and generally do not require better working conditions or pay.
Domestic Service
As authorities are unable to inspect homes easily, this type of slavery is easy to hide. Domestic slavery often affects migrant workers who incur debt with their employer to meet travel or recruitment costs that they cannot afford.
Sex Trafficking
Sex trafficking occurs when women, men, or children are forced to involve in sexual acts for commercial purposes. Those living in extreme poverty are particularly vulnerable to this practice because of economic relegation and limited education, often lured abroad through false employment opportunities.
Forced Marriage
When an individual does not have the option to refuse marriage and is married to another person by their relatives, or married in exchange for a payment, they fall under this slavery. The main motivation for this kind of slavery is cultural tradition or threats.
Debt bondage
Debt bondage occurs when an individual is forced to work to repay a debt. Often rising costs make refunds impossible and slavery permanent. Migrant workers who incur debts to cover travel or housing are particularly exposed to this type of slavery. Debts can also be generational.
Forced Labor
It also involving coercion against one’s will and the threat of punishment. The practice is typically found in industries with little regulation and large workforces.
