The Victim-Sensitive Courts Guidelines for Trafficking in Persons Cases provides practical guidance for judges, court personnel and justice sector practitioners on managing trafficking in persons cases in ways that protect and support victim-survivors throughout judicial proceedings.
Developed by the Supreme People’s Court of Lao PDR with support from the ASEAN-Australia Counter Trafficking (ASEAN-ACT) program, the guidelines promotes a victim-centred approach that prioritises safety, dignity, privacy, access to justice and protection from further harm during court processes.
Drawing on national legislation, regional commitments and international good practice, the publication covers key considerations for victim-sensitive court proceedings, including confidentiality and safety measures, victim support and rehabilitation, communication and information-sharing, child victims, victims with disabilities, and inter-agency cooperation. It also provides practical examples and recommendations to strengthen justice responses to trafficking in persons cases.
By equipping judicial officers with practical tools and guidance, the publication contributes to more accessible, responsive and effective justice processes for victim-survivors of trafficking in persons in Lao PDR.