With the proliferation worldwide of cases using counterfeit travel documents, identity papers and in-country benefit cards, I think we could use the “Catch Me If You Can” approach and get our best counterfeiters out of prison and working off their time helping to solve these cases. A special team of military police at Amsterdam Schiphol…
DetailsDo they really want to get in a “Flame War” with us on this issue? I might venture a guess that they would not look good when it was over. A Top Kuwaiti Official describes our exaggerated concern: “particularly those of domestic workers are related to delays in paying wages, differences in traditions and the…
DetailsDan Rather Host, ‘Dan Rather Reports’ An American Nightmare Posted: 11/10/11 01:39 PM ET I recently finished an investigation into what’s being called one of the largest cases of human trafficking in U.S. history. The project was eye-opening because, before starting, I thought of the crime of human trafficking as inherently violent — women snatched…
DetailsSince Human Trafficking is linked to the largest global money-making crimes ever, it might be logical to follow the money to other crimes needing ample funding, such as terrorism. Yet another chilling reason to fight harder and move quickly. Police uncover suspected human trafficking plan during terrorism investigation Helsinki man suspected of recruiting people for…
DetailsPilot Flying J Fights Human Trafficking “Our associates, professional drivers and the motoring public can take a stand by keeping our eyes and ears open for trafficking red flags,” says Pilot Flying J CEO. In an effort to help raise awareness about human trafficking along America’s roadways, Pilot Flying J has partnered with Truckers Against…
DetailsMr. Balch hits quite a number of nails on the head. It’s critical to raise awareness about Human Trafficking, but what then? I was crushed to find out a few years ago that a high profile organization that everyone supports doesn’t actually DO anything other than raise awareness. The problem with that is you form…
DetailsA Gordian knot no sword will solve. I search for causal factors Human Trafficking shares with other world problems. Famine, lack of water, disease, poverty, infrastructure collapse, disenfranchisement. Political chaos is always king. Corruption on both sides makes solutions extremely muddy. Where’s Alexander when we need him? Al-Qaeda affiliate flexing its muscles in the Maghreb By Jennifer…
DetailsOrgan traffickers prey on world’s poor with money, threats An international black market in organs — where brokers use deception, violence and coercion to buy kidneys from impoverished people, mainly in underdeveloped countries, and then sell them to critically ill patients in more affluent nations — is leaving a trail of victims around the world.…
DetailsBill Kinney is taking this personally, something all of us need to do to suceed. Georgia may have one of the larger problems in the US (but not the worst), then again they have reacted more quickly and with greater intensity that most states. Their legislature cut to the chase very quickly in responding with…
DetailsTrafficking almost always preys on the weak, yet it’s astonishing the spins Euro gangs are able to put on a very old trade. It’s been said many times: “The only way not to find Human Trafficking is not to look.” Perhaps a fill-in-the-blank addendum would be helpful; “in your business/government/partnerships.” We need analysts who can…
DetailsThank you Reps Connolly and Lankford and a host of others present at this House panel who actually stood their ground against the thumb…twiddlers who aren’t circumventing the red tape on this problem. You can’t be a theorist about this issue, especially in a country known as The Land Of The Free. Agencies blasted for ignoring contractor…
DetailsA new twist on the “recruiting agency” scam. What’s so different about this one is the victims are a purpose to an end and not the purpose at the end. Perhaps this bust will alert our governement to require recruitment agency workers here on legally aquired visas to check in regulary. That would allow a…
DetailsThis is a target-rich environment for hitting traffickers who deal in large numbers, often in our name. They are so succesful that even small “independents”, organized crime and petty criminals use the same techniques to trap their prey in slavery. Hit them where it hurts. Debarment? At a minimum. Public prosecution with stiff sentences for…
DetailsDismissing those with personal agendas who stand to profit from the problem, the verdict seems universal that this problem is large, uncontrolled and under prosecuted. We need help on all of these issues and we need citizens to demand it. citizens also need to be proactive in helping. That’s what helped put slavery at bay the…
DetailsIf this Bill passes it will be a huge step forward for Canada and the global human trafficking fight. Like the United States, criminals with citizenship have been hiding and operating in countries that turn a blind eye. Hopefully Canadians will turn out in force to support the Bill when it comes up for further…
Details1+1 = much more than 2 Security: UNODC, UN refugee agency to combat human trafficking, smuggling The UN Office on Drugs and Crimes (UNODC) and the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) on Monday in New York, signed a joint agreement to work together more closely to combat human trafficking and migrant smuggling. PANA reported…
DetailsSweden’s proposal makes sense. Especially in the face of failure to achieve the desired positive results in every country legalizing prostitution. The Scars Of Prostitution Published On Mon Oct 31 2011 Prostitution is a form of sex inequality related to gender-based violence, says Max Waltman. The challenges to prostitution and its harms have entailed claims…
DetailsIf you see something on the internet; observe what looks like a underage prostitute; have suspicions about anything concerning a minor that just doesn’t feel right; call the police, or call the Nation Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-3737-888 Internet, Too Few Services Make Child Sex Trafficking Tough to Combat Tuesday, November 1, 2011 By Amita Sharma On Backpage.com, you can…
DetailsA large portion of our trafficking problem comes from right next door. And like the notorious 4 horsemen, it’s bringing a multitude of horrible things with it. Study: Mexican Cities Vulnerable To Drug Related Urban Unrest By: Phil Leggiere 11/01/2011 ( 6:57am) The activities of violent drug trafficking organizations (VDTOs) are not confined to drug…
DetailsPennsylvania Attorney General joins 43 others to fight human trafficking Daily Record/Sunday News York, PA – The Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office has joined 43 other state and territorial attorneys general in an effort to fight the growing problem of human trafficking and slavery, according to a news release Monday. Attorney General Linda Kelly said that a…
DetailsPimps Recruiting Underage Girls In San Diego Through Force And Coercion Monday, October 31, 2011 By Amita Sharma Lisa’s passage into the world of sex trafficking began with a party invitation from her best friend Desiree. The two were inseparable in high school until Desiree left to attend a charter school. Lisa felt desolate. “I never…
DetailsTalk about walking into a firefight unarmed. Anonymous has no idea who they’re up agains. These 2 brutal cartels, the Zetas and Sinaloas have been hacking up Mexico with death tolls in the many 10’s of thousands. They penetrate deep into our country with drugs, human trafficking and violent crimes associated with them, and they’re killing…
DetailsThis case follows a near-textbook example of how traffickers can prey on those looking for honest, legal employment to support their families. They aren’t paying to be smuggled in, they’re following the rules, obtaining legitimate visas and still ending up in the horrendous condition of slavery. Stories like this need wide exposure to change the…
DetailsOne of the last subjects you’d expect foot-dragging in passing legislation. Massachusetts has been shamefully at the bottom of the list as one of only 4 states without comprehensive laws on the books against human trafficking. So a few lawmakers and staff members who “are accustomed to private negotiations” were “rankled” with Senate Minority Leader…
DetailsThey’re out there. The people you think “have it all”. Who then walk away from a perceived pinnacle of success to work in something close to their heart. Inspiring, encouraging, empowering. Changing their world and our perceptions. Katie Ford: From recruiting models to ending slave labour Ford draws on corporate support to fight crime By…
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