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The Global Hub for Sex Trafficking

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The Global Hub for Sex Trafficking

April 9, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

The Global Hub for Sex Trafficking. Revelations in the past few have shed light on Dubai, exposing it as a global hub for sex trafficking. While the world may have been unaware of the extent of this issue, the reality is grim, with countless victims ensnared in forced prostitution and sexual enslavement. Most commonly, human…

Not a Single Safe Place – Ukrainian Women After 2 years of war

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Not a Single Safe Place – Ukrainian Women After 2 years of war

April 2, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

Not a Single Safe Place – Ukrainian Women After 2 years of war. As the world's attention shifts, the pain of Ukrainian refugees, particularly women, remains a largely forgotten tragedy amidst the ongoing conflict. A study back in 2022 conducted by the University of Birmingham under the SEREDA Project tried to shed light on…

Dynamics of Migrant Smuggling in Southeast Asia

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Dynamics of Migrant Smuggling in Southeast Asia

March 26, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

Dynamics of Migrant Smuggling in Southeast Asia. Recent research conducted by the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) sheds light on the landscape of migrant smuggling in Southeast Asia, revealing the factors driving this type of trade. Insights and Implications The study highlights how conflict, corruption, and limited options for regular travel contribute to…

The Need for Global Cooperation to Combat Human Trafficking

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The Need for Global Cooperation to Combat Human Trafficking

March 19, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

The Need for Global Cooperation to Combat Human Trafficking. Human trafficking remains a pervasive global issue, with victims often subjected to exploitation and abuse in various regions, including the Middle East, Asia and Africa. While efforts to address trafficking have gained momentum at some point a few years back, the last few years have…

A Human Trafficking Crisis in the US

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A Human Trafficking Crisis in the US

March 18, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

A Human Trafficking Crisis in the US. Amidst the turmoil of the US border crisis, one of the gravest and often overlooked consequences is the rampant human and child trafficking plaguing the nation, in addition to the fentanyl crisis. As waves of migrants seek refuge and opportunity, criminal networks exploit their vulnerabilities, turning their dreams…

Cybercrime, Money Laundering, and Human Trafficking

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Cybercrime, Money Laundering, and Human Trafficking

March 15, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

Cybercrime, Money Laundering, and Human Trafficking. In recent years, the interconnection of cybercrime, money laundering, and human trafficking has become increasingly apparent, with the UAE serving as a focal point for these illicit activities. An article in Le Monde sheds light on the intricate web of criminal operations thriving in Dubai's business district, where individuals…

A Hidden Crisis: Unacknowledged Human and Sex Trafficking in the UAE

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A Hidden Crisis: Unacknowledged Human and Sex Trafficking in the UAE

March 12, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

A Hidden Crisis: Unacknowledged Human and Sex Trafficking in the UAE. The United Arab Emirates (UAE), beneath the facade of luxury and progress, hides a grim reality: the persistent issue of human and sex trafficking. Despite independent observers shedding light on this harrowing problem, the UAE authorities seem to turn a blind eye, perpetuating a…

The Runaway Princesses Part 1

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The Runaway Princesses

February 3, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

The Runaway Princesses. In a shocking exposé by New Yorker staff writer Heidi Blake, the celebrated modernizer and ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, faces scrutiny for alleged mistreatment within his own family. Despite championing gender equality and vowing to eliminate obstacles faced by women, revelations from former employees shed light on…

Levin: We Have ‘Modern Day Slavery’ Going on at the Southern Border

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Levin: We Have ‘Modern Day Slavery’ Going on at the Southern Border

January 22, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

Levin: We Have ‘Modern Day Slavery’ Going on at the Southern Border. Mark Levin, in a recent broadcast of "Life, Liberty & Levin" on Fox News, passionately decried the ongoing issue of what he labeled as "slavery" at the U.S.-Mexico border. Levin highlighted the lack of mainstream media attention to this problem, accusing the…

Aiken Tech holds panel to discuss human trafficking

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Aiken Tech holds panel to discuss human trafficking

January 20, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

Aiken Tech holds panel to discuss human trafficking. During Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Aiken Technical College hosted a panel discussion to educate the community and raise awareness about this pressing issue. Panelists shared insights into how their agencies handle human trafficking cases, emphasizing that some cases are reported through calls, while others arise during…

Governments failing to properly tackle modern slavery, says Theresa May

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Governments failing to properly tackle modern slavery, says Theresa May

January 19, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

Governments failing to properly tackle modern slavery, says Theresa May. Princess Eugenie took center stage at Davos, hosting a panel discussion on modern slavery, where she was joined by an unexpected participant—former UK Prime Minister Theresa May. The event, aimed at addressing the role of business and government in combatting modern slavery and human trafficking,…

Money Laundering and Human Trafficking

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Money Laundering and Human Trafficking

January 18, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

Money Laundering and Human Trafficking. In the world of crime, human trafficking and migrant smuggling are growing concerns that go beyond the obvious consequences. Reports show a worrying increase in these crimes globally, affecting countries along migration routes, including those bordering sought-after destinations. The United Arab Emirates (UAE), a major financial hub, is a prime…

The case of 'John of God' - Sex Trafficking and Baby Farming

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The case of ‘John of God’ – Sex Trafficking and Baby Farming

January 15, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

The case of 'John of God' - Sex Trafficking and Baby Farming. Back in 2018 the shocking revelations surrounding Joao Teixeira de Faria, popularly known as “John of God,” have exposed a disturbing web of alleged crimes, including sexual abuse, running a sex slave farm, and engaging in a sinister baby trafficking operation. The 77-year-old…

The Dynamics of Human and Sex Trafficking in Brazil

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The Dynamics of Human and Sex Trafficking in Brazil

January 12, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

The Dynamics of Human and Sex Trafficking in Brazil. Brazil stands out as a country of significant interest and concern in the global fight against human and sex trafficking due to a combination of geographical positioning, border issues, legislative gaps, and socio-economic factors. Geographically, Brazil's expansive borders and proximity to various countries create a complex…

Nigeria's Struggle Against Human Trafficking

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Nigeria’s Struggle Against Human Trafficking

January 9, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

Nigeria's Struggle Against Human Trafficking. Nigeria, Africa's most populous nation and largest economy, has been grappling with the daunting challenge of human trafficking, particularly in the form of sex and child trafficking. Notably, Nigeria's connection to various destination countries further emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to combat this pervasive issue. Nigeria as a…

Hundreds of victims held in modern-day slave conditions in Brazil, saved

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Hundreds of victims held in modern-day slave conditions in Brazil, saved

January 5, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

Hundreds of victims held in modern-day slave conditions in Brazil, saved. Brazilian authorities conducted the country's largest joint operation in August, resulting in the rescue of 532 victims. The operation, which spanned over 22 states and the capital, Brasilia, involved over 200 inspections. Slavery in Brazil is legally defined as forced labor, encompassing debt bondage,…

Human Trafficking in the Amazon Rainforest

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Human Trafficking in the Amazon Rainforest

January 2, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

Human Trafficking in the Amazon Rainforest. Over the past five decades, nearly one-fifth of the Brazilian Amazon has succumbed to deforestation, driven by the ruthless pursuit of agricultural and livestock expansion. Yet, beneath the felled trees and vanishing landscapes lies a parallel crisis—one that often remains unseen but is equally urgent: human trafficking. Every day,…

Alarming Surge in Human Trafficking Reports in Australia

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Alarming Surge in Human Trafficking Reports in Australia

January 1, 2024 0Comments 0Reactions

Alarming Surge in Human Trafficking Reports in Australia. Australia is grappling with an alarming increase in human trafficking reports, with the Australian Federal Police (AFP) receiving 340 complaints of offenses, including forced marriage and sexual servitude, during the 2022/23 financial year. This represents a significant uptick from the previous year, signaling both an increase in…

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