Regional Division 4 ‘C’, Human Services Ministry partner to address scourge

IN collaboration with Regional Police Division 4’C’ (East Coast Demerara), Youth and Scout groups, the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security, on Saturday, March 29, 2025, hosted a one-day awareness seminar aimed at tackling the pressing issues of human trafficking, sexual slavery, domestic slavery, and related forms of exploitation.

The seminar, which took place from 10:00 hours to 12:00 hours, was facilitated by Mr. S. Azel from the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security.
It provided an interactive platform for participants to deepen their understanding of human trafficking and its devastating consequences while equipping them with the tools to identify, prevent, and report such crimes.
Among those in attendance were Inspector Richmond, Sergeant Liverpool from the Community Relations Department, along with Lance Corporal Murray, Woman Constable Roberts, Constable Carrington, and Constable Applesammy. Their presence underscored the commitment of law enforcement agencies to combatting human trafficking and supporting community-driven awareness efforts.

Participants engaged in dynamic discussions, case studies, and awareness-building exercises, which emphasised recognising warning signs, implementing prevention strategies, and accessing support systems for victims. The session also highlighted the crucial role of community collaboration in mitigating human trafficking risks.

The initiative reinforced the necessity of proactive measures and partnerships among government agencies, law enforcement, and civil society in protecting vulnerable individuals from exploitation. The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security and Regional Division 4’C’, reaffirmed their commitment to ongoing education and intervention programmes to ensure that the fight against human trafficking remains a national priority.