This report examines the vulnerability of Ukrainian refugees to trafficking in persons, exploitation, abuse and violence in Poland and Romania following the full-scale war in Ukraine.
Drawing on survey data, key informant interviews and field research, the study explores how financial hardship, housing insecurity, discrimination, employment challenges and access to services can increase trafficking risks among displaced populations. It also highlights the role of temporary protection measures and refugee support systems in mitigating vulnerabilities.
This research was led by IOM (as co-chair of the Europe regional anti-trafficking task force, under the UNHCR-led Regional Refugee Response Plan (RRP) protection working group), with the contributions of UNODC, UNHCR and other local partners.
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