Contribution of religious congregations to the efforts to eradicate human trafficking and provide care and support to victims recognised.

“It was very moving to hear the councilors speak from the heart of their own personal stories of indebtedness to orders and congregations” - Bishop Brendan Leahy.

Speaking at the launch of Ruhama's annual report, Senator Bacik says criminalising the purchaser has resulted in a reduction in prostitution and trafficking in Sweden.

A record number of women accessed Ruhama's services last year.