Name and explain two laws/legislations that protect citizens against the human trafficking
1. Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA): The TVPA is a United States federal law that was enacted in 2000 to prevent human trafficking, protect victims, and prosecute traffickers. The act reinforces existing criminal penalties and provides law enforcement agencies with new tools to combat trafficking. Additionally, it establishes the Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons within the Department of State, which is responsible for developing and implementing anti-trafficking policies.
2. The Council of Europe Convention on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings: The Convention is a pan-European treaty that was adopted in 2005 and entered into force in 2008. Its purpose is to prevent and combat trafficking in human beings, protect the rights of victims, and promote cooperation among countries. The Convention sets standards for states to establish effective criminal offenses and penalties for trafficking in human beings, as well as comprehensive assistance and protection for victims. States are required to provide victims with access to legal assistance, support for their physical and psychological recovery, and social integration.