Artificial Intelligence in Anti-Trafficking Efforts: Can Human Rights and Technological Progress Be Reconciled?

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Abstract

Artificial intelligence plays an increasing role in combating human trafficking, providing powerful tools to identify victims, monitor criminal networks, and prevent exploitation. However, its deployment raises significant risks for human rights. This report addresses a central question: What are the main human rights risks linked to the procurement and deployment of AI systems by States in their fight against human trafficking?

This report examines the main challenges and opportunities associated with using artificial intelligence in this field, focusing on data bias, lack of transparency, privacy violations, excessive surveillance, and the implications for victims and human rights defenders. These risks are analysed in a context where States must often balance operational efficiency with ethical and legal principles. 
Original languageEnglish
PublisherUN Human Rights Office
Commissioning bodyUnited Nations Working Group on Business and Human Rights
Number of pages12
Publication statusAccepted/In press - 2025

Keywords

  • AI
  • Human rights
  • human trafficking

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