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#340 Lost in Care: Ireland’s Hidden Child Trafficking Crisis child Trafficking
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In this harrowing episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall explores the grim realities of child grooming and trafficking within Ireland's state care system. Shocking statistics reveal that Ireland has formally identified only five child victims of trafficking over the last three years, a stark contrast to the thousands identified annually in neighboring countries. JP O'Sullivan and Ann Mara from MECPATHS share distressing insights into organized exploitation targeting vulnerable children in emergency accommodations like hotels and B&Bs.
JP O'Sullivan explains: “The average age for sexual exploitation starts at about 14, and children are being trafficked and exploited under Irish legislation daily. Yet, these conversations are not happening.” Ann Mara adds: “If there was no demand, there wouldn’t be an issue with child trafficking. But the fact is, the demand exists, and it’s deeply uncomfortable to confront.”
The discussion highlights the staggering number of missing children, many of whom vanish without a trace, as well as the systemic failures in identifying and addressing child trafficking. Despite MECPATHS’ efforts to educate frontline workers and the hospitality industry to recognize trafficking indicators, Ireland’s legal and societal response remains insufficient.
This eye-opening conversation challenges the nation to confront its "dark underbelly" and take meaningful action against child trafficking. For more information and resources, visit mecpaths.com.
521 episodi
Manage episode 460229657 series 2841800
In this harrowing episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall explores the grim realities of child grooming and trafficking within Ireland's state care system. Shocking statistics reveal that Ireland has formally identified only five child victims of trafficking over the last three years, a stark contrast to the thousands identified annually in neighboring countries. JP O'Sullivan and Ann Mara from MECPATHS share distressing insights into organized exploitation targeting vulnerable children in emergency accommodations like hotels and B&Bs.
JP O'Sullivan explains: “The average age for sexual exploitation starts at about 14, and children are being trafficked and exploited under Irish legislation daily. Yet, these conversations are not happening.” Ann Mara adds: “If there was no demand, there wouldn’t be an issue with child trafficking. But the fact is, the demand exists, and it’s deeply uncomfortable to confront.”
The discussion highlights the staggering number of missing children, many of whom vanish without a trace, as well as the systemic failures in identifying and addressing child trafficking. Despite MECPATHS’ efforts to educate frontline workers and the hospitality industry to recognize trafficking indicators, Ireland’s legal and societal response remains insufficient.
This eye-opening conversation challenges the nation to confront its "dark underbelly" and take meaningful action against child trafficking. For more information and resources, visit mecpaths.com.
521 episodi
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