WHO Ethical and Safety Recommendations for Interviewing Trafficked Women

This 36-page guidebook from the World Health Organization (WHO) responds to the increase in trafficking of women and girls into forced prostitution and other slavery-like or exploitative conditions. According to the author, this form of illegal activity is increasingly recognised as one of the world's fastest growing crimes and most significant human rights violations.

In response to this situation, WHO seeks to provide information on trafficking to policy-makers, donors, service providers and the media. This guidebook provides information on the complex circumstances of women who have been trafficked and outlines ten guiding principles in respect to their ethical and safe conduct, as well as how to interview them. For interviews, there are details on making the initial contact, understanding the range of risks, tips on being discreet, ensuring confidentiality, avoiding re-traumatising a woman and many other related issues.