The prohibition of forced labor is a fundamental principle in both international
and domestic labor law, serving as a key human
right and a cornerstone of modern labor regulations. This principle is enshrined in international
legal instruments, national constitutions, and labor codes worldwide. Forced labor is considered
a violation of human dignity, undermining individuals’ autonomy and freedom. Forced labor
is a severe violation of human rights affecting
28 million of men, women and children in all
countries and all economic sectors.