Trafficking

Legal experts have said a lack of awareness among minors, parental negligence and flawed safety systems are often to blame for the sexual abuse of minors.

Global outrage at the kidnapping has shown a widespread interest by regular people looking to help the girls, or help prevent another tragedy.

ECPAT UK warns personal advocate system for child victims of trafficking will lack the legal authority to make a real difference.

Summary: Senior military officers kidnap and hold to ransom youngsters, and many are sold on to human traffickers,...