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HIV/AIDS and human trafficking threaten human security and human development. the links between human trafficking and HIV/AIDS have only been identified fairly recently. Neither HIV/AIDS nor human trafficking have been integrated or mainstreamed adequately, either at policy or programmatic level. One of the fundamental weaknesses in explaining and exploring the linkages between trafficking and HIV is a lack of adequate data. In an effort to reduce the dual vulnerabilities of trafficking and HIV among women and girls through greater understanding of the issues and the current state of play in the region, the UNDP RCC convened a Rapid Assessment Studies (RAS) in six South Asian countries: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. The RAS highlights the magnitude, dimensions, causes, consequences and key interventions on HIV/AIDS and human trafficking. this publication will inspire policymakers and key stakeholders to explore further the links between human trafficking and HIV/AIDS and of initiatives addressing the two in a coherent, integrated and sensitive manner at local, national and regional levels. |
