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.
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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.