Human Trafficking

Human trafficking involves the recruitment, transport, and exploitation of people for labor, sexual services, or other forms of forced activity. As a branch of social science, this area relates to criminal justice, human rights, policy, and social work—addressing how trafficking operates, what factors enable it, and strategies aimed at prevention and survivor support.

To focus your reading in human trafficking, look for works that examine specific regions, vulnerable populations, anti-trafficking law, or survivor narratives. Comparing policy-focused texts with sociological or psychological studies can help you explore social interventions, rehabilitation approaches, and the ongoing challenges involved at both local and global levels.