2021 ILO report reveals a 37% increase in forced labor profits to $236 billion, with sexual exploitation contributing 73% of illicit gains.

The International Labour Organization (ILO) reports that profits from forced labor have surged to $236 billion, with sexual exploitation being the most lucrative variant, contributing to 73% of overall illicit gains. This increase marks a 37% rise from the previous data in 2014. The ILO highlights that $236 billion represents an "obscene level of annual profit generated from forced labor."

March 19, 2024
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