Thirty Fire Service Recruits Participated in Specialized Training on Human Trafficking

According to Kaieteur News, thirty recruits of the Guyana Fire Service participated in specialized training on October 28, 2026, to recognize the signs of human trafficking, identify potential victims, and respond appropriately to suspected cases. This training was organized by the Ministry of Home Affairs via the secretariat of the Ministerial Task Force on Trafficking in Persons, and it took place on Tuesday at the Guyana Fire Service Training School in Leonora, West Coast Demerara.

The training initiative, as stated in a press release from the fire service, intends to bolster frontline awareness and enhance efforts to safeguard potential victims. The curriculum covered various forms of exploitation, indicators of trafficking, and the specific vulnerabilities of both adult and child victims. Furthermore, the program addressed the significance of adopting a human rights-based approach when interacting with individuals suspected of being victims.

Inspector Marilyn Rodney, who heads the Guyana Police Force’s Trafficking in Persons Unit, was among the presenters who guided participants on how to identify potential victims and comprehend the circumstances that might suggest exploitation. The recruits also received briefings concerning offenses outlined in the Combating Trafficking in Persons Act No. 7 of 2023, which is intended to give them a clearer understanding of the legal structure governing the detection and prosecution of offenses related to trafficking. The training incorporated case studies, role-playing exercises, and group discussions so that the recruits could examine practical situations and learn the correct procedures for reporting and referring cases. Representatives from the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Ministerial Task Force Secretariat, and the Guyana Police Force’s Trafficking in Persons Unit were present for the training.