Why are people being trafficked?

People are trafficked for various reasons, primarily driven by demand for cheap labor and sexual exploitation. Vulnerable individuals, often from impoverished backgrounds or conflict zones, are lured with false promises of employment or a better life. Traffickers exploit these vulnerabilities, using manipulation, coercion, and violence to control their victims. Additionally, systemic issues such as poverty, lack of education, and inadequate legal protections contribute to the prevalence of human trafficking.