End Human Trafficking Now

About EHTN

ABOUT THE E-LEARNING TOOL

The United Nations Global Initiative to Fight Human Trafficking (UN.GIFT) and the End Human Trafficking Now campaign have developed an internet learning (eLearning) course which is a modular training program for business leaders, managers and employees of business companies. The course aims to help them understand what human trafficking is, identify where it might be a risk to their business and point to actions they can take to address this risk. The tool is technically developed and sponsored by Microsoft.

UN.GIFT and EHTN launched the tool during the Luxor International Forum, at a special breakfast for CEOs on 12 December 2010 . The tool itself was presented by Microsoft’s Regional Director of Citizenship and Community Affairs for the Middle East and Africa.

In addition to the eLearning course, a training handbook serves as a manual for educational purposes. The course aims to help enterprises understand what human trafficking is, identify how it might be a risk for their business and point to actions they can take to address this risk.

Each module takes
approximately 20 minutes to complete
and includes a short quiz
which must be completed prior to
finishing the module.

This eLearning tool is a work in progress. UN.GIFT and the EHTN campaign, with the support of private partners, will develop further modules addressed to specific economic sectors, industries and professions. These modules as well as those that are already available can be tailored to meet the specific needs of a company or business association.

To take the course, contact us

WHY BUSINESSES SHOULD BE CONCERNED
The increasingly complex composition of corporate activity, with various supplier and subcontractor relationships, challenges the ability of companies to monitor their activities around the world. However, because human trafficking violates international human rights norms and laws, often defies international labor standards, and regularly involves corruption, businesses should ensure that all elements of their operations, including their products, premises and services are not contributing to human trafficking

Doing so enables companies to manage risk and ensure that their reputation and integrity remain intact. Further, companies should consider ways to help eliminate the existence of human trafficking through the promotion of codes of conduct and corporate social responsibility in an effort to enhance stakeholder relationships and improve business environments.

WHY AN E-LEARNING TOOL?
The aim is to provide a tool for businesses to acquire a basic knowledge of human trafficking and to assist in developing a successful corporate strategy to address it.

The primary purpose of the tool is to raise awareness among employees of this modern day slavery by:

Providing a basic understanding of different facets of this phenomenon;
Developing basic skills to identify the problem in one’s own workplace.

It informs businesses about the possibilities for tackling human trafficking at the local community level, working in close cooperation with relevant local stakeholders and particularly civil society, as well as at the national and international level in collaboration with national authorities and regional and international organizations.

The e-learning tool will be expanded, with new modules added to address specific economic sectors, industries and professions. These modules, as well as those that are already available, can be customized to meet the specific needs of a company or business association.

We are always looking at ways to improve our work and would very much appreciate any comments or suggestions that could help us to improve this tool. Please send your feedback to un.gift@unvienna.org and info@ehtn.org or fill in the feedback form on the front page on this website.

Is this eLearning tool free of charge?
Yes, the user can take the course without paying any fee.

When and where is the course offered?
Users can take the course anytime, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Is there a limitation on how many staff can take the course?
No. We encourage all company staff to take the course and learn more about human trafficking.

Who can take the eLearning course?
Whether as a business leader, a manager at a small- or medium-sized company, or an employee of a major multinational brand, you will find significant value in taking this course, with its content helping you to better understand and respond to the complex human and labor rights challenges that are posed by human trafficking, perhaps within your own workplace or company, or in your supply chain.

Is the course available in languages other than English?
Not currently. However, we plan to translate our course into other languages, starting with Arabic. If you would like to be notified when other language versions are available, please contact un.gift@unvienna.org and info@ehtn.org

How many chances does a user have to complete the course?
The user can take the course as often as needed. All required modules must be successfully completed in order for a user to pass the course.

What are the technical requirements for the course?
The online course materials require the following applications:

Microsoft® Internet Explorer 7.0 or later browser must be installed to view course content. The browser must be configured to run Active X® controls and plug-ins.
Microsoft® PowerPoint 2007 must be installed to view presentation files.
Windows Media® Player Version 9.0 or later must be installed to view multimedia presentations.
Adobe® Reader® 6.0 or above must be installed to view and print course documents.

Whom can users contact in case of technical problems?
Please ensure that your browser is set up properly to access the course. If you continue to have problems, please contact us with all technical problems related to the online course.

Is the course available only online?
No. There are two possible ways to take the course: You can run the course directly from the website or you can take the course offline using a CD, which you can run locally from your individual PC. In addition to the eLearning course, a training handbook serves as a manual for educational purposes. You can request the CDs or training handbooks at un.gift@unvienna.org

How long does the course take?
The course consists of three modules. Each module takes approximately 15-20 minutes to complete and includes a short quiz which must be completed prior to finishing the module (see above).

Will there be more courses available in the future?
This initial eLearning tool will be expanded, with new modules added to address specific economic sectors, industries and professions. These modules, as well as those that are already available, can be customized to meet the specific needs of a company or business association. We are always looking for ways to improve our work and would very much appreciate any comment or suggestion that may help us to improve this toolkit. Please send your feedback to un.gift@unvienna.org and info@ehtn.org or fill in the feedback form on the front page on this website.