EU Anti-Trafficking Day is observed worldwide every October 18. Established by the Council of Europe in 2007, this annual campaign aims to highlight the global issue of human trafficking and the rights of victims to justice and compensation. The day underscores the various forms of contemporary slavery, including forced labor, sexual exploitation, and forced marriage. It aligns with the goals of the Convention on Action Against Trafficking in Human Beings, adopted by the Council of Europe in 2005 and effective since 2008, which focuses on preventing and combating human trafficking, providing victim assistance, and enhancing international cooperation. Another related observance is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, recognized by the United Nations on July 30.