MYTH 3: Victims are usually physically trapped in situations of exploitation

A series of interviews with experts to debunk myths commonly associated with Trafficking for Sexual Exploitation. The third myth is that victims are usually physically trapped in situation of exploitation. In reality, coercive environments are usually the more common means by which people are controlled and exploited rather than physical environments, however, it is true that some victims are controlled physically as well. Most sexually trafficked victims may not be physically trapped somewhere to warrant being regarded as being trafficked but psychological and emotional pressure and fear is used against them to keep them trapped in situations where they can not exercise their free will. This short video can be used to supplement trainings, presentations and workshops related to the issue of trafficking for sexual exploitation.