Poland: Trafficking, Exploitation Risks for Refugees
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Refugees from Ukraine arrive at the border city of Medyka, Poland on April 21, 2022
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(Brussels) – Refugees from Ukraine, particularly women and girls, face heightened risks of gender-based violence, trafficking, and other exploitation due to lack of systematic protection and security measures in Poland.
“Poland’s acceptance of those fleeing the war in Ukraine is a positive shift from its response to other crises, but the lack of basic protection measures risks exposing refugees to serious abuse,” said …read more
Source:: Human Rights Watch