The Airports Council International have released the first edition of their handbook to help combat human trafficking. The handbook provides a variety of case studies of the work airports are carrying out in the anti-trafficking sector as well as  providing an overview of the nature of human trafficking and modern slavery itself, including the types and forms of exploitation it can take.

The handbook includes sections on:

• Introduction: overview of human trafficking and the role airports can play in combating it.
• Guidance: spotting the signs of human trafficking in airports and how to respond.
• Staff Awareness: specific issues relating to staff awareness of human trafficking.
• Public Awareness: Information on campaigns, partnerships , and awareness raising of human trafficking.
• Case Studies
• Appendices: Law and policy instruments and resources.

 

The full handbook can be accessed here.