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Year 11
AQA

Exploitation of people living in poverty including people-trafficking

I can explain what people trafficking is, how victims are exploited, and responses to it.

New
New
Year 11
AQA

Exploitation of people living in poverty including people-trafficking

I can explain what people trafficking is, how victims are exploited, and responses to it.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. People trafficking is an illegal trade that exploits and abuses vulnerable individuals for profit.
  2. Victims, often tricked or threatened, are trapped in harsh conditions without rights or freedom.
  3. People trafficking is an illegal trade that exploits and abuses vulnerable individuals for profit.
  4. Christian teachings stress human dignity, justice, and helping the vulnerable.
  5. Groups like the Salvation Army provide safe houses, legal aid, and campaign for stronger laws.

Keywords

  • Exploitation - the unfair treatment or use of individuals or groups, often for profit, by taking advantage of their vulnerability, limited resources, or lack of power

  • People trafficking - illegal transport of people from one country or area to another, often resulting in forced labour or sexual exploitation

  • Salvation Army - a Protestant Christian denomination and charity

Common misconception

People choose to be trafficked or can easily escape if they want to.

Victims of trafficking are often deceived or forced, making escape difficult. Threats, debt, and lack of support trap them, requiring awareness and action to help.


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Prior knowledge starter quiz

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6 Questions

Q1.
What is a key issue with high interest payday loans?
Correct answer: They trap people in cycles of debt.
They provide financial security.
They help people avoid poverty.
Q2.
How does the Fairtrade movement help workers?
by increasing company profits
by lowering the cost of labour
Correct answer: by ensuring fair wages and good conditions
Q3.
What service does the Salvation Army provide to those in financial difficulty?
Correct answer: debt advice and financial support
high interest loans
encouragement to take more loans
Q4.
Why do some Christians oppose sweatshops?
They think businesses should maximise profit.
Correct answer: They believe workers deserve fair pay.
They believe only charity can help the poor.
Q5.
What does Christian Aid do to support people in poverty?
encourages payday loans
avoids involvement in financial issues
Correct answer: provides microloans and debt relief
Q6.
The Bible warns against , which is the practice of charging excessive interest on loans.
Correct Answer: usury, Usury

Assessment exit quiz

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5 Questions

Q1.
People trafficking is an trade that exploits vulnerable individuals for profit.
Correct Answer: illegal, Illegal
Q2.
The Army has a government contract to provide services for survivors of people trafficking, offering safe housing, counselling, and legal assistance.
Correct Answer: Salvation, salvation
Q3.
How does people trafficking affect victims?
They willingly participate in the trade for profit.
Correct answer: They are trapped in harsh conditions without rights or freedom.
They are paid well for their labour.
Q4.
Which law helps to combat people trafficking in the UK?
Correct answer: the Modern Slavery Act 2015
the Human Rights Act 1998
the Equalities Act 2010
Q5.
What is a common method used to coerce victims into trafficking?
promises of free education and jobs
Correct answer: threats, violence, and debt bondage
voluntary participation due to poverty