Australian Governments Action Plan to Eradicate Trafficking in Persons - June 2004
Trafficking in persons is a repugnant and pervasive form of transnational crime. Few countries are not affected by it in some way.
Australia is a destination country for a small number of victims of trafficking. Current evidence suggests that most are women trafficked for the purpose of sexual exploitation.
Trafficking in persons is a complex crime, and no single organisation, level of government or country can fight it alone. The Australian Government is doing its utmost to fight this crime through concerted domestic, bilateral, regional and international efforts. In particular, it is taking a strong leadership role in encouraging domestic cooperation between the states and territories, local governments, non-government organisations, and the community sector.
We are pleased to present this comprehensive document detailing the Australian Government's commitment to combat trafficking in persons.
Attorney-General
Philip Ruddock
Minister for Foreign Affairs
Alexander Downer
Minister for Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs
Senator Amanda Vanstone
Minister assisting the Prime Minister for the Status of Women
Senator Kay Patterson
Minister for Justice and Customs
Senator Chris Ellison
