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Essay / Thailand Case Study - 1206
Poverty and lack of awareness programs make the sex industry profitable for criminals in Thailand. It is important that the Thai government continues to try to launch awareness programs aimed at informing migrant workers about working conditions in Thailand. This includes training on overseas recruitment processes (TIP report). These educational sources may include, but are not limited to, migrant worker manuals published in Thailand and neighboring countries. Finally, the Ministry of Labor regularly holds seminars with Thai workers to inform them of the legal regulations that work with guest worker programs (TIP Report). Thailand continues to be on the Tier 2 Watch List due to its inadequate programs to eradicate the sex trade and it is important that it is more aware and serious about this issue. Thailand would not only reduce the number of victims and similar cases, but also make it easier for victims to get help. This assistance can deter citizens from becoming victims, deter victims from seeking risky employment, and deter criminals from participating as drivers and sex influencers.