Category Archives: Prevention
A supply chain is a the raw materials, manufactures, and distributors involved in a product being made and sold. Today’s market is calling for demand driven supply chains. In the past a supply chain was created by the desires of the manufacturer. Now the wants and desires of the consumer are controlling what is being made, offered, and sold. As a consumer we then influence the demand driven supply chain. So what are you demanding and how? Whenever you spend … Continue reading
In America we celebrate independence and freedom, especially today, the 4th of July. As we celebrate freedom, we honor those who have sacrificed for our freedoms in America. There are other countries who can relate; who believe in justice and liberty and freedom for all. Yet, even in 2010 there is not liberty, freedom, and justice for all. 27 million people worldwide are enslaved. 50% of those in captivity are women and children. There are even slaves in America whose … Continue reading
Earlier this week, I spoke at a mother’s group about slavery. It was a great discussion and I appreciated the questions and responses from the ladies. Even more I was touched but what happened later in the week. I received an email from one of the mothers asking how to check if the materials she used for her business were free from forced or child labor. After our email correspondence, she researched her supply companies and found that there was … Continue reading
The issue of human trafficking, modern day slavery, is overwhelming. When first exposed to it, a common reaction is “There no way that slavery still exists” or “Yeah, but that doesn’t happen here”. I know I felt the same way! But it happens in every country, every state, and every province. Can one of us end the 21st century slave trade alone? No, not likely. However, each of us doing something within the scope of our abilities to abolish slavery … Continue reading
