DENMARKAchievements and obstacles

Anne Katrine BertelsenDepartment of Gender Equality

Numbers, numbers, numbers…The Danish trends 2003-2006

Social organizations have been in contact with about 900 women thought to be victims of human trafficking (of which some may have been repeats).

Women from Africa constitutes an increasing share of street prostitutes. Other prostitutes are primarily coming from Eastern Europe.

In massage parlours the largest group of women is of a Thai background.

Information on women who stayed in Denmark, covered by the offer of protection (about 100 women):•18-24 of age•60 pct. were aware that they were recruited into prostitution, 20 pct. were not•Most of the women want to find jobs outside the prostitution business, go back to school etc. Some see no alternative to prostitution

DENMARK – ACHIEVEMENTS…

Action plan to combat trafficking in human beings 2007 – 2010

National Anti Trafficking Center has been established Responsible for coordinating the social efforts nationwide as

well as for ensuring that all actors involved collaborate operationally

Developing methods for outreach work and programs for a prepared return

Managing a network of NGOs in countries of origin Establishing local groups Operating a hotline Coordinating the gathering and transfer of knowledge among

relevant actors both locally and nationally Education and training of professionals

DENMARK – ACHIEVMENTS…

Danish National police strategy for a strengthened police effort against prostitution kingpins:

•Human trafficking as part of the Danish Police Academy’s basic education

•Continued training activities for police employees and employees of the prosecutorial authorities

•Extensive guidelines for the police force

•Expanded collaboration with other authorities and organizations

•Preparation of local strategies and action plans

DENMARK - …AND OBSTACLES

Prepared returns

Safe returns and the chance of a new life upon returning home

Nordic Baltic Network – added value

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