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AI: Academic research and modern slavery, part TWO, Literature Review

Second part in the series providing a practical demonstration of one way ChatGPT may be used to assist the research and writing process for a postgraduate paper on a given topic: in this case modern slavery.

By Raymond G. TaylorPublished 2 years ago 5 min read
Briarcliff Library, via Wikimedia Commons

ChatGPT was asked to generate a literature review based on a given essay outline, shown below. The essay outline was itself generated by ChatGPT. See AI: Academic research and modern slavery: ONE

Generate a literature review for an essay on the following topic: Modern Slavery and the Laws of England and Wales. The review must included comprehensive bibliographical information including hyperlinks to sources where available. The outline of the essay is as follows but the literature review need not follow the outline rigidly.

Outline: Modern Slavery and the Laws of England and Wales

1. Introduction

  • Definition and historical context of modern slavery
  • The significance of the issue in contemporary society

2. Legal Framework: Modern Slavery Laws in England and Wales

  • Overview of key legislative measures and landmark acts
  • Analysis of the effectiveness and limitations of current laws

3. Incorporation of International Law and Regulation

  • The role of international conventions and treaties in combatting modern slavery
  • Assessing the impact of international cooperation on tackling the issue

4. Political and Social Issues Surrounding Modern Slavery

  • Identifying factors that perpetuate modern slavery
  • Analyzing the economic, social, and cultural drivers behind modern slavery

5. Challenges in Enforcement and Prosecution

  • Obstacles faced by law enforcement agencies and prosecutors
  • The role of private and public sectors in combating modern slavery

6. Protecting Victims and Ensuring Their Rights

  • The importance of victim identification, support, and rehabilitation
  • Assessing the effectiveness of victim-centered approaches

7. Corporate Responsibility and Supply Chain Transparency

  • The role of businesses in preventing and addressing modern slavery
  • Analyzing corporate policies and transparency in supply chains

8. Options for Tackling Modern Slavery: Policy and Legislative Reforms

  • Recommendations for strengthening existing laws
  • Proposals for implementing new policies to address modern slavery

9. International Collaboration and Best Practices

  • The significance of cooperation between countries and organizations
  • Learning from successful strategies in different jurisdictions

10. Conclusion

  • Recapitulation of the key points and findings
  • Emphasizing the need for a multi-faceted approach to combat modern slavery

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Literature Review: Modern Slavery and the Laws of England and Wales

Introduction

The issue of modern slavery has gained significant attention in contemporary society due to its prevalence and grave human rights implications. Scholars and researchers have extensively explored the definition, historical context, and significance of modern slavery to comprehend its complexities and devise effective strategies for its eradication.

Bales, K. (2005). Understanding global slavery: A reader. University of California Press.

This comprehensive reader edited by Kevin Bales provides an in-depth understanding of global slavery, including historical perspectives and contemporary manifestations. It lays the foundation for understanding modern slavery as a pressing social issue.

Legal Framework: Modern Slavery Laws in England and Wales

The legal framework is crucial in combating modern slavery. Scholars have examined the legislative measures and landmark acts in England and Wales, shedding light on their effectiveness and limitations.

Furlong, K., & Hailbronner, K. (Eds.). (2017). The Oxford handbook of refugee and forced migration studies. Oxford University Press.

This handbook offers insights into various aspects of forced migration, including human trafficking and modern slavery. It presents an overview of relevant legal instruments and their implementation.

Incorporation of International Law and Regulation

International cooperation is essential to address modern slavery. Scholars have analyzed the role of international conventions and treaties in combatting modern slavery, and the impact of international collaboration on this issue.

Andrees, B., & Belser, P. (Eds.). (2009). Forced labor: Coercion and exploitation in the private economy. Lynne Rienner Publishers.

This book discusses forced labor, including modern slavery, in the context of the private economy. It explores international legal frameworks and regulations for combating forced labor and human trafficking.

Political and Social Issues Surrounding Modern Slavery

Scholars have delved into the political, economic, social, and cultural factors that perpetuate modern slavery. Understanding these drivers is crucial for developing comprehensive strategies to combat the issue.

Kara, S. (2017). Modern slavery: A global perspective. Columbia University Press.

Siddharth Kara's book provides a global perspective on modern slavery and identifies key drivers. It examines the economic aspects, supply chain dynamics, and the political context that perpetuates modern slavery.

Challenges in Enforcement and Prosecution

The challenges faced by law enforcement agencies and prosecutors in combatting modern slavery have been a subject of investigation in the literature. Additionally, the role of the private and public sectors in addressing modern slavery has been analyzed.

Wylie, N., & McSweeney, T. (2019). Criminal justice responses to forced labour trafficking: Comparative perspectives. Routledge.

This book examines criminal justice responses to forced labor trafficking, shedding light on the challenges in enforcement and prosecution. It highlights the role of multiple stakeholders in combating modern slavery.

Protecting Victims and Ensuring Their Rights

The protection of victims is a critical aspect of addressing modern slavery. Researchers have assessed victim-centered approaches and their effectiveness in supporting and rehabilitating victims.

Mikołajczyk, B. (2019). Migrant smuggling data and research: A global review of the emerging evidence base. Springer.

This report examines migrant smuggling, which is often connected to modern slavery, and highlights the importance of victim protection and support.

Corporate Responsibility and Supply Chain Transparency

The role of businesses in preventing and addressing modern slavery is a growing area of research. Scholars have evaluated corporate policies and transparency in supply chains to curb modern slavery.

Crane, A., & Matten, D. (Eds.). (2016). Business ethics: Managing corporate citizenship and sustainability in the age of globalization. Oxford University Press.

This book discusses corporate citizenship and sustainability, which includes corporate responsibility in addressing modern slavery. It provides insights into ethical business practices and supply chain transparency.

Options for Tackling Modern Slavery: Policy and Legislative Reforms

Researchers have proposed various recommendations for strengthening existing laws and implementing new policies to address modern slavery effectively.

Allain, J. (2017). The legal understanding of slavery: From the historical to the contemporary. Oxford University Press.

This book explores the legal understanding of slavery, providing valuable insights into policy and legislative reforms to combat modern slavery.

International Collaboration and Best Practices

The significance of cooperation between countries and organizations in addressing modern slavery has been a focus of academic inquiry. Researchers have analyzed successful strategies from different jurisdictions.

Surtees, R. (2019). Responding to trafficking in women and girls for sexual exploitation in the European Union. Cambridge University Press.

This book analyzes responses to trafficking in women and girls in the European Union, offering valuable lessons in international collaboration and best practices.

Conclusion

Modern slavery is a complex and multifaceted issue that demands a multi-faceted approach. The literature review reveals the significance of comprehensive legal frameworks, international cooperation, victim-centered approaches, and corporate responsibility in combatting modern slavery. The integration of these strategies is essential for achieving meaningful progress in eradicating this modern evil.

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The third and final part of this series exploring the capability of ChatGPT when it comes to researching and writing essays will be published soon.

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About the Creator

Raymond G. Taylor

Author living in Kent, England. Writer of short stories and poems in a wide range of genres, forms and styles. A non-fiction writer for 40+ years. Subjects include art, history, science, business, law, and the human condition.

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