The document Fighting Impunity, Funding Justice: Investing in Strategic Litigation to End Modern Slavery highlights the concerning disparity between the estimated number of victims of human trafficking and the limited number of prosecutions for these crimes. It emphasises the urgent need for effective strategies to combat human trafficking. Strategic litigation has emerged as a promising approach, yielding significant outcomes that extend beyond individual cases and encouraging corporations to address human trafficking risks within their supply chains. The document stresses the importance of measuring the impact of these legal initiatives to foster social change.
The document proposes practical strategies to enhance strategic litigation, such as creating a centralized “clearing house” to identify and connect promising cases with legal representation. Currently, funding for strategic litigation relies on pro bono work, public interest organisations, and contingency fee arrangements. There is a pressing need for increased investment to establish a strong case pipeline, support NGOs, and conduct human rights investigations. The document advocates for strategic investments to build infrastructure that secures legal victories and drives systemic changes in law and policy, ultimately contributing to a world free from slavery.
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