Trafficking in human beings is one of the fastest-growing crimes around the world, thus it is important to review existing approaches and find new solutions. The method of punishment for those involved has proved ineffective, and some approaches only exacerbate the situation, in particular, the legalization/decriminalization of pimping and brothels. One of the innovative methods to pay attention to is the so-called Swedish or Nordic model, which combats the demand for sexual exploitation. This

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... pproach is rapidly gaining popularity in Europe and the world, recommended by the Council of Europe, the European Parliament, and a number of international organizations. The results of applying this model in practice suggest that sexual exploitation and human trafficking can be significantly reduced if not eliminated.