"Contemporary Issues in Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking"

Call for Papers-"Contemporary Issues in Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking"

Journal: International Journal of Law, Crime and Justice

Publisher: Elsevier

Submission Deadline: 31 Dec 2026

Key Requirements:

• Abstract approval required before manuscript submission.

• Doctrinal, empirical, theoretical, and socio-legal approaches are welcome.

• Blind peer review will be applied.

Overview

This special issue examines modern slavery and human trafficking through criminology, criminal law, legal theory, and socio-legal studies. It focuses on the evolution of these crimes, victim protection and redress, legal responsibility of involved actors, and the role of the digital ecosystem in enabling exploitation. The issue also seeks solutions and strategies to address emerging transnational threats and the misuse of technology.

Key Research Themes

• The fight against modern slavery and human trafficking.

• Legal frameworks for criminal liability and victim protection.

• The role of international, state, and non-state actors.

• The projected future of trafficking and modern slavery.

• Digital ecosystems, internet platforms, social media, and AI in facilitating these crimes.

• Liability of digital providers.

• Scam centres rooted in modern slavery and trafficking.

Submission Details

• Submit abstracts and biographical details by 1 Sep 2026 via the online form.

• Only approved abstracts will be invited for manuscript submission.

• Final manuscripts must be submitted by 31 Dec 2026.

• Manuscripts should include a title page with professional title, name, affiliation, email, and bio.

• Follow APA 7 formatting throughout.

Guest Editors

• Professor Mark Button

• Ms Michala Meiselles

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