Better help for trafficking victims

Kristin Jacobsson (C) proposed that the City of Stockholm adhere to the Council of Europe's Convention on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings, ensuring potential victims receive 30-day reflection permits and a "rights package" including housing, support, and counseling, citing a low number of applications despite widespread exploitation. While the City Executive Board, represented by Alexander Ojanne (S), affirmed the importance of protecting vulnerable individuals and stated the city is already active in this area and revising its program against violence, prostitution, and trafficking, many referral bodies, including the Salvation Army and Talita, agreed with the motion that shortcomings exist and more victims need identification and support.