SRSG Patten’s Video Remarks for the Launch of the State Targeted Social Programme of Ukraine for Combating Trafficking in Human Beings for the Period until 2030, 21 October 2026, Kyiv

Country: Ukraine Source: UN Office of the SRSG on Sexual Violence in Conflict Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, I am grateful for the opportunity to deliver remarks on the occasion of the launch of the State Targeted Social Programme for Combating Trafficking in Human Beings until 2030. This event is much more than the acknowledgement of a crisis. It is a reaffirmation of your commitment to strengthening protection, justice and dignity for those most vulnerable to trafficking, exploitation and