Human Trafficking Fails

This Photo Essay Illustrates the Stupid Side of People Smuggling

Human trafficking is an increasing problem; people are willing to resort to almost anything in order to escape to another country. And sometimes their ingenious ways of smuggling are not so genius.

These examples of human trafficking fails include the amazing 'Man-disguised-as-seat,' or the not so smart 'Using-the-car-floor-as-a-hidden-compartment.' Whatever the reasons, there is no excuse for something as stupid as this.

Implications - The issues of the world are too often left in the dark for people living outside of poverty, human trafficking, or other issues. Bringing these issues to light will benefit companies or charitable organizations as they show corporate social responsibility and will appear more human in the eyes of consumers.
Trend Themes
1. Human Trafficking Fails - Increasing awareness and exposing the ridiculousness of human trafficking methods can inspire innovation in the anti-trafficking industry.
2. Corporate Social Responsibility - By showing concern and actively participating in social issues like human trafficking, companies can improve brand image and consumer perception.
3. Innovative Smuggling Methods - There is potential for companies in security or transportation industries to develop new technologies to prevent or detect human trafficking disguised through innovative methods.
Industry Implications
1. Non-profit - Organizations committed to combatting human trafficking can increase their supporters and volunteers by sharing stories of trafficking fails and the need for ongoing anti-trafficking efforts.
2. Security - The security industry can develop and offer new technologies to prevent and identify human trafficking disguised through innovative methods.
3. Transportation - The transportation industry can develop and implement new protocols to detect and prevent human trafficking on their vehicles through concealed compartment detection and protocol training.

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