Human trafficking victims are people of all ages, genders, and nationalities. The Global Report on Trafficking in Persons by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) provides an in-depth look at the demographics of trafficking victims. Based on data from over 141 countries, the report reveals that women and girls continue to be the primary targets of traffickers. Women and Girls: The … [Read more...]
Conquering Sex Trafficking with Faith. A Journey of Hope
Jean Marie Davis' Traumatic Past: Jean Marie Davis, in these videos, talks about her conquering over 20 years of sex trafficking. She faced verbal and sexual abuse, torture, and threats of violence. Forced to live as a prostitute, her life was a harrowing tale of suffering until a pivotal encounter changed her trajectory. Transformation Through Faith: The introduction to a pregnancy … [Read more...]
Human Trafficking & Migrant Smuggling What is The Difference
Human trafficking and migrant smuggling are two distinct but interconnected crimes. Both activities treat people as commodities, violating their basic rights. Definition and Intent Human trafficking aims to exploit individuals, who may or may not be migrants. This crime involves using deceit, coercion, or force to control victims. In contrast, migrant smuggling involves facilitating illegal … [Read more...]
Exposing Human Trafficking: Understanding the Global Crisis
Understanding Human Trafficking Human trafficking is a global crime that trades in people and exploits them for profit. This crime affects people of all genders, ages, and backgrounds. Human trafficking happens in every region of the world, making it a widespread issue. Methods Used by Traffickers Traffickers employ tactics to control their victims. They use violence, fraudulent employment … [Read more...]
Indigenous Women And The Challenges They Face
Discrimination and Marginalization Indigenous women endure double discrimination based on their gender and Indigenous identity, resulting in marginalization in various aspects of life explored below: Health Disparities These women are more susceptible to the fatal health impacts of environmental degradation and extractive industries. Additionally, they face worse maternal health outcomes and … [Read more...]
Inadequate Healthcare For Women: Unequal Treatment
Healthcare is a fundamental human right, and ensuring equal access to quality healthcare services is a cornerstone of any just and equitable society. Unfortunately, in many parts of the world, women continue to face disparities in healthcare access and outcomes. This article delves into the issue of inadequate healthcare for women, with a specific focus on the disproportionate burden of maternal … [Read more...]
Water Sanitation For Women: Unequal Treatment
Access to clean water and sanitation is a fundamental human right, but it remains a distant dream for millions of people around the world, particularly in impoverished regions. However, this issue is not gender-neutral. The lack of access to clean water and proper sanitation facilities disproportionately affects Women and girls. This is having far-reaching consequences on their health, safety, and … [Read more...]
Ending Child Marriage: Empowering Girls for a Brighter Future
Child marriage remains a deeply concerning issue in many parts of the world, posing a grave threat to the health, well-being, and future prospects of young girls. Despite significant progress in recent years, this harmful practice continues to persist, denying girls their fundamental rights and perpetuating cycles of poverty, violence, and discrimination. In this article, we will explore the … [Read more...]
Slavery & Coercion in Plain Sight
Unveiling the Dark Dynamics of The Unfree & Duped Slavery, a word etched in history, carries a profound weight, but its contemporary manifestations often hide behind subtler veils. Exploitation may not be as overt as historical slavery, but today's forms of slavery and coercion are in Plain Sight and they persist in insidious ways. The Unfree in Modern Times In the 21st century, the term … [Read more...]
Preventing Child Exploitation Recognizing Grooming’s Dark Art
Grooming: What is grooming in the context of preventing child exploitation? Preventing child exploitation by combating "Grooming". In the context of child exploitation "Grooming" refers to a series of manipulative actions and behaviours that an adult or older person uses to establish a trusting and emotional connection with a child or minor with the intent of engaging in sexual abuse or … [Read more...]