Victims of Trafficking Assistance Fund

Date Shared:

Thursday, May 11, 2023 - 17:22

Countries and areas:

Bahrain

2030 Agenda migration-relevant and related target Labels:

Targets on vulnerability and protection

GCM Thematic Cluster Areas:

Objective 10: Prevent, combat and eradicate trafficking in persons in the context of international migration

Contributors:

Civil Society

International Organizations

Chairmanship:

France 2022-2023

Geographical Relevance:

National

Tags:

Migrants in Vulnerable Situations

Summary:

Labour Market Regulatory Authority provides grants to victims and potential victims of trafficking, through the Victim of Trafficking Assistance Fund. It is a financial assistance aid to ease the effort required in rebuilding their lives.
Two forms of aid can be availed:
- Monthly allowance to VOTs (whose presence is required by the court) and to PVOTs (who voluntarily cooperate with the Public Prosecution).
- Grant to aid with victims reintegration into society.