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Protection: - Considering the socio-economic impact of #COVID19, survivors of trafficking may be more exposed to being re-trafficked, thus it is important their needs are considered in efforts addressing the impacts of the pandemic.

Prosecution: - Exchanges of good practices on access to justice for victims, including compensation, can contribute towards the realization of their rights.

Sophia was forced into prostitution and used as a sex slave. This is her story. Thanks to @RuhamaAgency @IrelandAPT for her story (name changed to protect anonymity). #EUAntiTraffickingDay.

“I was forced into prostitution and used as a sex slave, People precious to me were constantly used as a weapon to threaten me over and over again, to break me down so I wouldn’t be able to escape from the web."

"I was deceived & tricked into this, false promises were made to me, it was too late when I realized that everything, I was told were lies."

"The only plan I had in my mind which was part of the promises was achieving a good career that will enable me to give my children a secured future. My plan all along was different from the one they had in mind, but my vulnerability sold me out."