A human rights-based approach to the administration of criminal justice in cases of trafficking in persons 2012, para. 13
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The Special Rapporteur emphasizes that all aspects of national, regional and international responses to trafficking should be anchored in the rights and obligations established by international human rights law. A human rights-based approach identifies rights-holders and their entitlements (for example, trafficked persons, individuals at risk of being trafficked, or individuals accused or convicted of trafficking-related offences), and the corresponding duty-bearers (usually States) and their obligations. This approach strengthens the capacity of rights-holders to secure their rights and of duty-bearers to meet their obligations. Core principles and standards derived from international human rights law should guide all aspects of the response at all stages.
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Non-negotiated soft law
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Special Rapporteur on trafficking in persons, especially in women and children