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This study provides a synthesis and analysis of the main types of research on trafficking in different parts of the world.

The review of research and data on trafficking shows that despite the growing literature on trafficking around the world, relatively few studies are based on extensive or empirical research, and there lacks comprehensive information on the actual numbers of people trafficked.

This review includes nine regional chapters, and three chapters dealing with methodological issues, and suggests a number of ways in which to enhance research and data on human trafficking. This includes the need for:

• longer-term research, using more comprehensive approaches, and involving both countries of origin and countries of destination
• more interdisciplinary research and research which looks at trafficking issues from a range of different perspectives, including migration, human rights, health and law enforcement
• study on the traffickers, the clients, and law enforcement agencies who may be involved in different ways in creating the conditions under which trafficking can flourish
• more knowledge on the impact of trafficking, not only on the survivors but also their families and communities and all those affected by it
• exploiting the existing information and make it more widely available
• encouraging agencies combating trafficking to collect data systematically.

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