Human trafficking is a horrific crime and an all-out assault on people’s rights, safety and dignity.

Tragically, it is also a problem that is growing worse — especially for women and girls, who represent the majority of detected trafficked persons globally. 

On 20 July, MINURSO observed Colombia’s Independence Day by hoisting the national flag at the Mission’s HQ in Laayoune and at the Team Site Oum Dreyga, where two Colombian female officers from the Army and the Navy are deployed.

Today, we highlight the importance of transforming youth skills for the future of work.