Support for Slavery Survivors By Country December 2022

The Global Slavery Index by Walk Free ranks countries based on their efforts to identify and support survivors of modern slavery. This analysis highlights the leaders, moderately performing nations, and areas needing urgent improvement, offering insights into global support mechanisms.

Which country leads in supporting slavery survivors?

The United States ranks first with a score of 86.36%, demonstrating exceptional commitment to identifying and supporting survivors through comprehensive programs, policies, and resources.

Top-performing countries in survivor support (77.27% to 72.73%)

Countries such as Bahrain and the Netherlands (77.27%) and Portugal (72.73%) are recognized for their strong frameworks, providing extensive survivor support mechanisms and actively addressing survivor needs.

Countries showing significant efforts (68.18%)

Nations including Bahamas, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Nigeria, and Montenegro scored 68.18%, reflecting meaningful progress but with room for improvement in scaling survivor support initiatives.

Moderate performers in supporting slavery survivors

Countries scoring between 63.64% and 50%, such as Australia, Vietnam, Canada, and Mexico, showcase commendable efforts. However, challenges persist in implementing sustainable and effective programs.

Which countries require significant improvement?

Countries like Russia (4.55%), Eritrea (-4.55%), and Libya and North Korea (-9.09%) rank at the bottom, reflecting critical gaps in survivor identification and support systems, necessitating urgent intervention and international support.

FAQs About Supporting Slavery Survivors

What factors are evaluated in the rankings? The rankings assess countries' efforts to identify survivors, provide legal and financial aid, and offer rehabilitation programs.
Why do some countries perform better? Effective legislation, strong enforcement mechanisms, and collaboration with NGOs contribute to higher scores.
What challenges do low-ranking countries face? Political instability, lack of resources, and weak governance hinder survivor support efforts.
How can countries improve their rankings? Enhancing legal frameworks, increasing funding for survivor programs, and collaborating with international organizations can drive progress.

This analysis emphasizes the need for global action to ensure that survivors of modern slavery receive the support and resources they need to rebuild their lives.

Support for Slavery Survivors By Country December 2022 (%, December 2022)

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Rank	Country	%
1	United States	86.36
2	Bahrain	77.27
2	Netherlands	77.27
3	Portugal	72.73
4	Bahamas	68.18
4	Bosnia and Herzegovina	68.18
4	Georgia	68.18
4	Greece	68.18
4	Montenegro	68.18
4	Nigeria	68.18
4	North Macedonia	68.18
5	Armenia	63.64
5	Australia	63.64
5	Azerbaijan	63.64
5	Belarus	63.64
5	Cyprus	63.64
5	Denmark	63.64
5	Latvia	63.64
5	Malta	63.64
5	Serbia	63.64
5	Turkey	63.64
5	Ukraine	63.64
5	Vietnam	63.64
6	Angola	59.09
6	Austria	59.09
6	Canada	59.09
6	Croatia	59.09
6	Czech Republic	59.09
6	Estonia	59.09
6	Guatemala	59.09
6	Ireland	59.09
6	Kosovo	59.09
6	Laos	59.09
6	Lithuania	59.09
6	Peru	59.09
6	Philippines	59.09
6	Qatar	59.09
6	Romania	59.09
6	Saint Vincent and the Grenadines	59.09
6	Saudi Arabia	59.09
6	Sweden	59.09
6	United Arab Emirates	59.09
6	United Kingdom	59.09
7	Albania	54.55
7	Cameroon	54.55
7	Chile	54.55
7	Egypt	54.55
7	Finland	54.55
7	Iceland	54.55
7	Kenya	54.55
7	Malawi	54.55
7	Namibia	54.55
7	Norway	54.55
7	Rwanda	54.55
7	Singapore	54.55
7	Spain	54.55
7	Uruguay	54.55
8	Argentina	50
8	Belize	50
8	Bulgaria	50
8	Costa Rica	50
8	Ecuador	50
8	Fiji	50
8	Germany	50
8	Guyana	50
8	Hungary	50
8	Italy	50
8	Jordan	50
8	Liberia	50
8	Luxembourg	50
8	Mexico	50
8	Mozambique	50
8	Myanmar	50
8	Poland	50
8	Slovakia	50
8	Slovenia	50
8	Switzerland	50
8	Thailand	50
8	Trinidad and Tobago	50
8	Tunisia	50
8	Uganda	50
8	Zambia	50
9	Belgium	45.45
9	Brazil	45.45
9	Burkina Faso	45.45
9	Colombia	45.45
9	El Salvador	45.45
9	Ghana	45.45
9	Honduras	45.45
9	Indonesia	45.45
9	Japan	45.45
9	Kazakhstan	45.45
9	Moldova	45.45
9	New Zealand	45.45
9	Saint Lucia	45.45
9	South Africa	45.45
9	Sri Lanka	45.45
9	Taiwan	45.45
9	Tanzania	45.45
9	Uzbekistan	45.45
10	Bangladesh	40.91
10	Cambodia	40.91
10	China	40.91
10	Djibouti	40.91
10	Ethiopia	40.91
10	France	40.91
10	Haiti	40.91
10	Iraq	40.91
10	Israel	40.91
10	Jamaica	40.91
10	Kyrgyzstan	40.91
10	Madagascar	40.91
10	Malaysia	40.91
10	Maldives	40.91
10	Oman	40.91
10	Panama	40.91
10	Paraguay	40.91
10	Republic of the Congo	40.91
10	South Korea	40.91
11	Antigua and Barbuda	36.36
11	Barbados	36.36
11	Guinea	36.36
11	India	36.36
11	Kuwait	36.36
11	Lesotho	36.36
11	Mongolia	36.36
11	Nepal	36.36
11	Pakistan	36.36
11	Senegal	36.36
11	Suriname	36.36
12	Benin	31.82
12	Bolivia	31.82
12	Botswana	31.82
12	DR Congo	31.82
12	Dominican Republic	31.82
12	Guinea-Bissau	31.82
12	Lebanon	31.82
12	Mauritius	31.82
12	Timor-Leste	31.82
13	Brunei	27.27
13	Cuba	27.27
13	Equatorial Guinea	27.27
13	Eswatini	27.27
13	Gabon	27.27
13	Hong Kong	27.27
13	Liechtenstein	27.27
13	Mauritania	27.27
13	Nicaragua	27.27
13	Palau	27.27
13	Sierra Leone	27.27
13	Togo	27.27
13	Zimbabwe	27.27
14	Algeria	22.73
14	Burundi	22.73
14	Cape Verde	22.73
14	Central African Republic	22.73
14	Gambia	22.73
14	Mali	22.73
14	Morocco	22.73
14	Niger	22.73
14	Papua New Guinea	22.73
14	Seychelles	22.73
14	Tajikistan	22.73
15	Ivory Coast	18.18
16	Chad	13.64
16	Solomon Islands	13.64
16	Turkmenistan	13.64
16	Venezuela	13.64
17	Somalia	9.09
17	Sudan	9.09
17	Vanuatu	9.09
18	Russia	4.55
19	Eritrea	-4.55
19	Iran	-4.55
20	Libya	-9.09
20	North Korea	-9.09