Publication Date

2024

Document Type

Dissertation/Thesis

First Advisor

Kuehl, Colin

Degree Name

M.A. (Master of Arts)

Legacy Department

Department of Political Science

Abstract

Human trafficking appears in many forms and affects millions of people every year. In addition to the direct consequences of human trafficking, the crime violates international laws and universally recognized human rights while providing a lucrative revenue source for criminals. The full effects of human trafficking remain unknown due to several challenges to collecting accurate information. Victims of human trafficking are reluctant to seek assistance from law enforcement for fear of punishment from traffickers, arrest, incarceration, or deportation from immigration officials. Additionally, victims’ documentation is frequently confiscated by their traffickers to maintain control. Which measurements are the best for tracking the effects of human trafficking? Employing a new dataset created from data from several sources, I explore some of the most reliable and explanatory measurements available. The findings show that previous analyses of the issue may differ depending on the measurement that is used. The results from this study have broad implications for measurement of international or otherwise difficult to measure crimes.

Extent

56 pages

Language

en

Publisher

Northern Illinois University

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