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flag Australia saw a record 420 human trafficking reports in 2024/25, mostly involving women in exit trafficking, forced marriage, and sexual servitude.

flag Human trafficking reports in Australia hit a record 420 in the 2024/25 financial year, a 10% increase from the prior year, driven by rises in exit trafficking, forced marriage, and sexual servitude cases. flag No organ trafficking or harbouring cases were reported. flag AFP Commander Helen Schneider said the numbers likely represent only a fraction of the true scale, due to improved public awareness and reporting. flag Over 90% of exit trafficking victims were female, though trafficking affects all backgrounds. flag Warning signs include threats, restricted access to documents or earnings, isolation, and fear. flag The AFP delivered over 900 community presentations to raise awareness, and support services like 1800 RESPECT, Lifeline, and beyondblue remain available.

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