Human trafficking and modern-day slavery continue to be some of the most pressing global human rights issues. According to various reports, millions of men, women, and children fall victim to forced labor, sexual exploitation, and other forms of trafficking each year. The vast majority of these cases go unnoticed or unreported, making it crucial to shed light on human trafficking statistics to better understand and combat this global epidemic. Global Human Trafficking Statistics The International Labour Organization (ILO) estimates that approximately 50 million people were living in modern-day slavery in 2021, encompassing forced labor and forced marriage. Among these, about 27.6 million were forced into labor, including industries such as agriculture, construction, domestic work, and manufacturing. Shockingly, over 70% of these victims are women and girls, with a significant proportion forced into sexual exploitation. Human trafficking isn't isolated to low-income natio