Raids expose widespread abuse and trafficking of female workers in Asia
Raids in October 2023 revealed the widespread abuse of female workers in cyberscam centers in Southeast Asia, leading to testimonies of trafficking, sexual violence, and forced labor. Survivors, including Sarah from Uganda, reported being subjected to beatings and rapes by compound bosses. As thousands are freed, gender-based abuse cases in these operations are increasingly surfacing.
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Published 29 Jun 2026, 04:00 UTC · Updated 29 Jun 2026, 04:30 UTC
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