With the launch of the Trafficking In Persons Report 2021 imminent, Ireland's government will be anxiously awaiting the news of how the country has fared under international scrutiny. Yearly, the U.S. State Department assesses the performance of countries around...
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In 2018, His Royal Majesty Oba Ewuare II, Oba of the historic kingdom of Benin in southern Nigeria, issued a proclamation offering hope to victims of human trafficking. In his capacity as supreme spiritual leader, he revoked the Juju...
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Human traffickers in Nigeria have used these oaths to coerce girls and women into the sex trade in Europe, and in other parts, and used them too to keep those engaged in the trade. Some of the details of...
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The Trafficking in Persons Report, sometimes simply known as the TIP Report, is a fascinating document. At first glance it is merely a governmental report. In practise it is much more. It goes far beyond the limitations of most...
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One interesting area of research is the relationship between slavery and slave. One might think that in some way the two should be one-and-the-same, that they are somehow interchangeable. What is clear from research however is how slavery is...
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The eyes, it is said, are the gateway to the soul. Yet our eyes can deceive us. When it comes to slavery (or human trafficking) nothing should ever be taken at face value. Many arguments about it are premised...
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Human trafficking, child exploitation operation leads to 19 arrests
Undercover agents and detectives posing as minors offering sex for pay on websites frequented by “child predators” arrested more than a dozen suspects during a...
California man extradited to Tuscaloosa on human trafficking, child pornography charges
A convicted sex offender from California is behind bars in Alabama following a two-month-long investigation.
Cleveland County investigator honored for fighting human trafficking
A Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office investigator recently earned national recognition for his work to combat human trafficking.
Matt Walsh says Gay Surrogacy is Like "Human Trafficking"
The right-wing fanatic said it's better for a child to have a limb amputated than to be raised by gay parents.
Convicted California sex offender charged with human trafficking involving Tuscaloosa minor
A convicted sex offender from California was arrested after an investigation revealed he was communicating with a minor in Tuscaloosa, according to the Tuscaloosa Police...
Topeka Rotary Club prepares winter clothing kits for trafficking survivors
The club prepared kits Tuesday containing items like sweats, sweaters, and gloves.
Mechanics Seek Class Status In Kuwait Forced-Labor Suit
More than two dozen mechanics who worked for ManTech International Corp. are looking to certify their proposed class action accusing The Carlyle Group-owned military contractor of using...
Convicted sex offender charged with human trafficking, electronic solicitation after communicating with Tuscaloosa child
A convicted sex offender from California has been arrested and charged with first-degree human trafficking after communicating with a minor in Tuscaloosa, according to the...
Dr Geoffrey Annison on the establishment of a federal Anti-Modern Slavery Commissioner
On 3 November 2023, the Federal Government introduced the Modern Slavery Amendment (Australian Anti-Slavery Commissioner) Bill 2023 into Parliament establishing Australia’s first federal Anti-Modern Slavery...
Illinois man charged with sex trafficking, robbery
A man was formally charged Friday after he confined a woman in a Gary basement apartment and forced her to have sex with himself and...
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Abercrombie & Fitch sued by ex-CEO facing sex trafficking claims
Mike Jeffries has taken legal action against the US retailer for refusing to cover his legal costs to defend the allegations.
Decatur is celebrating its bicentennial this weekend
The city of Decatur is turning 200 on Dec. 10 and the city hosting several events this weekend to celebrate.
Alameda County DA’s Office Offers Help to Human Trafficking Victims with New Billboards at Oakland...
By Magaly Muñoz Post Staff During a Tuesday press conference held at the Oakland International Airport, Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price unveiled six new...
Only 11% of human trafficking cases result in guilty decision: StatCan
Only 40% of human trafficking incidents reported to police in Canada in the past decade resulted in charges being laid, and only 11% of cases...
Shein's IPO filing faces political blowback over forced labor concerns, China fears
Shein, the Chinese fast fashion retailer, has drawn the ire of certain US lawmakers after the company confidentially filed last week to list in the...
Local Tattoo Shop Helping Human Trafficking Survivors
A local tattoo shop in Kennewick is helping survivors of human trafficking take their power back. Check out their story here.
The Adult Survivors Act Has Expired In New York State
In 2019, that statute of limitations was extended to 20 years, but the extension was not retroactive. The ASA provided victims of sexual abuse...
Bend's J Bar J Youth Services gets $300,000 grant to battle human trafficking
A Bend nonprofit which provides services to victims of human trafficking in Central Oregon is receiving a $300,00 federal grant.
Signage a reminder for people to watch for human trafficking: Durham police
Human trafficking signs aimed to draw attention to the problem in Durham region
Special Investigations Detective awarded for work combating human trafficking
A Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations division has earned national recognition for work combating Human Trafficking.
With human trafficking on the rise, deputy minister sees pressing need to raise awareness of...
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5 — Communications and Digital Deputy Minister Teo Nie Ching has emphasised the need for more awareness and educational programmes to combat...
Indya Moore details suicide attempt after sex trafficking and assault
The Pose star, 28, covered December's issue of Harper's Bazaar Spain , and put on a daring display in a sheer black dress.
19 people busted for human trafficking in Kings County
Law enforcement arrested 19 people last week on charges related to human trafficking and child exploitation in Kings County.
The Florida GOP chair was accused of rape. Is his career over?
Christian Ziegler repeatedly has denied the charges and has said he has no plans to resign.
About David Lohan
David Lohan is an author and researcher on modern slavery, otherwise known as human trafficking. He encountered the issue while working with an organization providing outreach services to refugees and asylum seekers. His first book on the subject, a co-authored work, explored the present-day use of Juju & Voodoo oaths to coerce Africans into the slavery. His latest work is At Freedom's Crossroads: Making Sense of Modern Slavery. David holds a bachelor's degree in engineering, several post-graduate diplomas and a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Politics.
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