Guidance Note on addressing the risks of trafficking in human beings related to the war in Ukraine and the ensuing humanitarian crisis
Over five million people have been forced to flee Ukraine in the first two months of the war, seeking refuge in neighbouring countries and onwards across Europe. An estimated 90% of them are women and children. In addition, more than 7.7 million people have been internally displaced (Sources: UNHCR and IOM). This unprecedented movement of people poses significant logistical challenges for public institutions and aid organisations, in particular in countries bordering Ukraine. Front-line civil society organisations, specialised NGOs and journalists have quickly sounded the alarm over suspected cases of human trafficking among people fleeing Ukraine.
