Child trafficking is a global problem which involves multiple forms of exploitation, and hence it has been described as a form of modern slavery. South Africa is one place of origin, transit and destination. Children are increasingly being trafficked for purposes of sexual and labour exploitation. However, child trafficking has traumatic and devastating effects on the victims, affected families, communities as well as countries as a whole. The effects suffered by victims range from psychological, physical, emotional, social and economical in nature. Therefore, it was imperative to embark on primary, secondary and tertiary prevention in order to defeat the phenomenon. To that end, the researcher explored the role of the social worker in the prevention ofchild trafficking in South Africa.

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Child Welfare Social Work South Africa trafficking Child