When Immigration Turns Into Slavery
The migratory phenomenon has increased the number of people affected by modern slavery.
Migrants in transit through a country are the first to be affected by modern slavery as they attempt to reach their final destination. In Libya, for example, many migrants seeking to join Europe are currently sold as slaves. This trade is due to the country's unprecedented political and security instability resulting from NATO's intervention in 2011.
Modern slavery also affects many undocumented immigrants all around the world, including in Europe. Indeed, most are in reality workers without legal status, without social protection and often exploited by their employers.
In this context, our session will discuss the legal challenges associated with this scourge and possible legal and policy measures that could improve the protection of these persons.
