The United Nations observes the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons annually on July 30th. This day highlights the global issue of human trafficking, which exploits millions for forced labour, sexual exploitation, and other abuses. It emphasizes the need for international cooperation to combat trafficking, support victims, and dismantle trafficking networks.
Skal Europe’s Commitment to Combating Human Trafficking in Alignment with EU ESG Regulations and UN Agenda 2030
Defining Human Trafficking
Human trafficking is a severe crime and a grave violation of human rights, involving the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harbouring, or receipt of persons through coercion, abduction, fraud, deception, or abuse of power for exploitation. Exploitation includes sexual exploitation, forced labour, slavery, servitude, and the removal of organs.
Compliance with EU ESG Regulations and UN Agenda 2030
Skal Europe is committed to adhering to European Union ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) regulations and supporting the UN Agenda 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly:
- Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, which targets ending forced labour, modern slavery, and human trafficking.
- Goal 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions, focusing on promoting peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, providing access to justice for all, and building effective, accountable, and inclusive institutions.
Awareness and Advocacy
Aligned with ESG principles and the UN Agenda 2030, Skal Europe actively raises awareness about human trafficking. By educating its members and the public, Skal Europe supports the social dimension of the ESG framework and the SDGs, encouraging responsible and ethical behaviour in the travel and tourism industry.
Ethical Tourism Practices
As part of its compliance with ESG regulations and commitment to the UN Agenda 2030, Skal Europe emphasizes ethical tourism practices. This includes ensuring fair labour standards, supporting local communities, and collaborating with organizations dedicated to preventing human trafficking. These practices are integral to Skal Europe’s proposals, reinforcing the importance of sustainable and responsible tourism.
Supporting Victims and Survivors
Skal Europe’s commitment extends to supporting trafficking victims and survivors, in line with ESG and SDG principles. This involves partnerships with NGOs and governmental bodies to provide resources, rehabilitation, and reintegration programs, addressing the social and governance aspects of the ESG framework and the UN goals.
Practical Commitment and Recognition
Skal Italia has offered a special logo for Anti-Trafficking Day to underline its commitment. This logo symbolizes Skal Europe’s united effort against human trafficking, showcasing its dedication to the ESG principles and the UN Agenda 2030.
Appreciation for Anti-Human Trafficking Sub-Committee
We thank the Skål Agpts World Committee, co-chaired by Fiona Angelico and Tito Livio Mongelli and coordinated by Director Kemi Soetan. Their dedicated sub-committee for the struggle against human trafficking has been instrumental in involving many clubs and training tourism companies’ staff using specific distance learning tools.
Call to Action
On this World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, Skal Europe calls upon its members and the global community to join the fight against human trafficking. By adhering to EU ESG regulations and the UN Agenda 2030, staying informed, adopting ethical practices, and supporting victims, we can collectively work towards a world free from this grave injustice. Together, we can significantly impact and help build a safer, more just world for all.
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