This book delves into the complex world of human trafficking in Indonesia, focusing on individuals involved in trafficking for domestic labor and the sex industry. It shifts the emphasis from victims to perpetrators, exploring the motivations and socio-cultural factors that drive people to participate in these crimes. Through a thorough analysis of court documents and expert interviews, the book uncovers the backgrounds and methods of traffickers, offering a nuanced perspective on this critical issue.

Addressing gaps in current international and national policies, this book proposes practical recommendations for preventing trafficking by understanding the perspectives of those who commit it. This work aims to deepen the reader's understanding of trafficking in Indonesia and provide actionable insights for combating this global problem.

Dr. Yuniar Paramita Sari works as a Research Consultant to Migrasia, a non-profit organisation based in Hong Kong aim to counter human trafficking and bounded labour in Asia. She received her PhD from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) University. Her expertise lies in the field of human rights, human trafficking, labour issues, and crime and society.