Several members of various Community Policing Groups (CPGs) in several regions are participating in a two-day training exercise on human trafficking, facilitated by the Counter-Trafficking in Persons Unit of the Human Services and Social Security Ministry.
The transformative training is being held at Regency Suites October 12-October 13, 2023, bringing together dedicated individuals from various regions, to foster a united front against the scourge of human trafficking.
The event commenced with a comprehensive review of the legal framework surrounding Counter-Trafficking in Persons, courtesy of Cindy Sankar from the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions.
Sankar’s insights and expertise shed light on the crucial laws and regulations that underpin the fight against human trafficking, equipping attendees with the necessary legal knowledge.
The Coordinator of the Counter-Trafficking in Persons Unit, Tanisha Williams-Corbin emphasised the critical importance of this training initiative.
She underscored the impact that CPG members could have in identifying and combating human trafficking within their respective regions. Williams-Corbin’s dedication and passion for this cause resonated throughout the event, inspiring all in attendance.
“Each year we try to extend our reach to CPG, because we do appreciate your invaluable contribution towards fighting crime and also assisting us with issues across Guyana…,” Williams-Corbin said.
“I want to underscore the importance of you being here today. It is important that us, as stakeholders, do this, because we are all in the fight against human trafficking. It is important that you understand what human trafficking is, you have a very good understanding of it, you are able to identify the indicators of human trafficking and more importantly, you are able to assist victims of human trafficking you come into contact with.”
The training saw officers from Regions One, Two, Three, and Four benefiting. They have committed to tackling human trafficking at the local and national levels.
This cross-regional collaboration further strengthens resolve to protect the most vulnerable members of our society and bring the perpetrators of human trafficking to justice.
This initiative aligns with the Ministry’s overarching mission to prevent, prosecute, and protect against human trafficking in all its forms.
The Counter-Trafficking in Persons Unit remains dedicated to raising awareness, providing support to victims, and working in close partnership with various stakeholders to eradicate human trafficking.
