The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Welfare has launched a two-month nationwide campaign to commemorate the 2026 World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, also known as Blue Day, ahead of the global observance on July 30.
The campaign is aimed at intensifying public awareness and strengthening national efforts to combat human trafficking and protect vulnerable persons across the country.
Speaking at the official media launch, Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah, Vice Chairperson of Parliament’s Select Committee on Gender, Children and Social Welfare, commended the sector ministry for its proactive approach in exposing the dangers and realities of human trafficking.
She described child trafficking as a modern form of slavery, explaining that although trafficking methods have changed over the years, the exploitation of vulnerable people remains the same. “In the past, victims were sold openly, but today traffickers operate through deception, fake opportunities, and false promises,” she stated.
Hon. Ibrahimah emphasized that the fight against human trafficking should not be left to government institutions alone. She called on Members of Parliament to actively support the campaign by leading awareness creation and community engagement activities within their constituencies.
She also urged citizens to remain vigilant by monitoring suspicious activities within their communities and promptly reporting suspected trafficking cases to the police and relevant authorities.
According to her, public cooperation is critical to dismantling trafficking networks and protecting children and vulnerable young people from exploitation. The Vice Chairperson further warned that international sporting events such as the FIFA World Cup often create opportunities for traffickers to deceive young people with fake travel and football recruitment promises.
She advised families to exercise caution, remain prayerful, and verify all overseas opportunities before allowing young people to travel. As the launch coincided with the Day of Arafah, Hon. Ibrahimah offered prayers for the protection of Ghanaian children and asked for divine intervention against individuals involved in trafficking and exploitation.
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Gender, Children and Social Welfare reiterated that the fight against human trafficking is a shared national responsibility and called on all stakeholders to support the campaign in the months ahead.
