Africa was the world region most vulnerable to modern slavery in 2021 with an index score of 63.2 out of 100. Poverty, conflict, drought, and high unemployment levels are among the factors making people vulnerable to modern slavery. While Africa was the most vulnerable region, the Arab States was the region with the highest prevalence of modern slavery.
Vulnerability to modern slavery worldwide in 2021, by region
The Global Slavery Index contains data on modern slavery in 160 countries.
Vulnerability to modern slavery is measured based on 23 indicators. Countries are given an index score from zero (least vulnerable) to 100 (most vulnerable).
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Trafficking Matters, & Walk Free Foundation, & ILO, & International Organization for Migration. (May 24, 2023). Vulnerability to modern slavery worldwide in 2021, by region [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved December 21, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1387910/regions-most-vulnerable-modern-slavery-world/
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