The National Committee for Combating Human Trafficking, in cooperation with Al Buraimi Governorate, organized an awareness lecture today titled “Human Trafficking: Its Forms and Ways to Combat It” at Al Buraimi Oasis Hall in the Office of the Governor of Al Buraimi. The event was attended by His Excellency Salim bin Rabie Al Sunaidi, Wali of Al Buraimi, along with a number of directors general of government institutions and members of the Municipal Council. The lecture aimed to enhance legal and community awareness, introduce the roles of relevant authorities in preventing the crime, and explain indicators of suspected trafficking cases, referral mechanisms, and procedures for handling such cases.The lecture opened with a working paper presented by Second Secretary Maryam bint Ali Al Shuhi, Director of the Anti-Human Trafficking Office at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Rapporteur of the National Committee for Combating Human Trafficking. Her presentation addressed the committee’s efforts and relevant international reports.Captain Salim bin Ahmed Al Jahouri, Head of the Crime Combating Section at Al Buraimi Criminal Investigation Department, presented the second working paper, which focused on the definition and elements of the crime of human trafficking. The session aimed to strengthen participants’ understanding of the nature of the crime, its constituent elements, and the related legal aspects.Marwa bint Hassan Al Balushi, Head of the Protection Home at the Ministry of Social Development, delivered a working paper on the protection of human trafficking victims and the services provided by the facility. She highlighted its role in caring for and protecting victims and outlined the services available to them, emphasizing that protection and care are fundamental components of efforts to combat this crime.The awareness program will continue tomorrow, Wednesday, targeting university and college students, representatives of government institutions, and members of the Omani Women’s Association. It aims to raise awareness of the risks of human trafficking and strengthen the role of civil society and educational institutions in prevention, reporting, and contributing to the protection of victims.
