Extreme poverty, lack of economic opportunities, and political instability drive individuals to take dangerous risks or accept exploitative situations, making them vulnerable to human trafficking.

The ongoing demand for cheap labor, sex work, and exploitative services creates a profitable market for traffickers to supply individuals, fueling the cycle of human trafficking.

Natural disasters and armed conflicts displace people, breaking down social safety nets and increasing the likelihood that vulnerable populations, particularly women and children, are targeted by traffickers.

In societies where sexual abuse or incest is normalized or hidden, victims are more likely to be exploited, creating environments where traffickers can operate without facing societal or legal consequences.