A human security perspective to human trafficking from Ethiopia to Saudi Arabia: the case of Atsbi Wenberta woreda in Tigray region

ABSTRACT

This article studied human trafficking and associated threats exacerbating insecurity of victims, families and the community in Atsbi Wenberta woreda. Besides, it examined the response to the problem. Subsequently, this article underlined applying a human security perspective is required to address the root cause and risks of human trafficking.

KEYWORDS:

• Atsbi Wenberta woreda
• human trafficking
• human security perspective
• Tigray region
• Ethiopia

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We would like to thank our research participants.

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Gebreslassie Kiros

Gebreslassie Kiros is a senior lecturer and researcher at Mekelle University in the College of Law and Governance. His researches dwell on human rights, governance and development in sub-Saharan African countries

Mehari Zeru

Mehari Zeru is a lecturer and researcher at Mekelle University in the College of Law and Governance. His researches focuse on gender and development, human rights, international relations and quality of education in Africa and beyond.