Leveraging the MAST Human Intelligence App to Fight Against Human Trafficking
On January 25, 2024, at the Department of Special Investigations, the working group convened for a crucial meeting to mark the commencement of Phase 3 of the "I'll Follow You" Project – a groundbreaking collaboration between MAST Human and the Department of Special Investigation (DSI). The project focuses on leveraging the MAST Human Intelligence App to combat human trafficking and forced labor through innovative technology and collaboration. The meeting was chaired by the DSI’s Deputy Director-General.
The working group acknowledged the successful implementation of Phases 1 and 2, highlighting the milestones achieved and lessons learned. The core focus of Phase 3 is to expand the user base of the MAST Human Intelligence App, aiming to reach a significant milestone of 100,000 users soon. The users will represent a diverse demographic, including both Thai and migrant workers, with a specific emphasis on those employed in the fishing sector.
MAST Human reiterated its commitment to providing cutting-edge technology and data analytics to identify trafficking victims, target traffickers, and empower vulnerable workers by providing resources that mitigate their vulnerability at the root cause. The integration of emerging technologies, particularly Artificial Intelligence, is at the forefront of this phase's strategy. MAST Human emphasized the importance of a user-centric approach to ensure the effectiveness and sustainability of the project.
The working group concluded the meeting by outlining the immediate steps for the implementation plan. The team will work tirelessly to acquire more users, ensuring a swift and effective scaling of the project to meet the targeted user threshold.
The commitment of the working group to combating human trafficking and forced labor through the "I'll Follow You" project is unwavering. As Phase 3 unfolds, the collaborative efforts, technological advancements, and user-centric strategies promise to make a significant impact in the fight against these grave human rights violations.
