The Transnational Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking Team (TSETT) investigates claims of slavery, sexual servitude and child sex tourism. The team focuses on prevention, capacity and resources, victim assistance, partnerships, training, education, regulation and legislation. The Australian Federal Police International Network also has members posted at key regional locations: Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines and a Transnational Crime Coordinator in Bangkok.
From educating motorcoach employees on how to recognize the signs of human trafficking to providing free transportation to victims and survivors, many bus companies are taking an active role in fighting modern-day enslavement.
“I was born into poverty. I tried to study and go to school. After that, I tried to receive work and earn an income. So, I applied to a Thai company. I didn’t know I was going to be trafficked."
