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This week, in unexpected places, I was exposed to the ideas of child slave labor and sex slavery. I appreciate when individuals and organizations are able to address human trafficking within the context of their mission. I tell my friends and colleagues that everyone can do something to stop slavery. These are two examples of groups using their talents and exposing their audiences to the issue of human trafficking. Good job. What can you do within your circle of influence? … Continue reading
I have been involved in the anti human trafficking movement since 2007. Learning that 27 million people were being forced to doing things against their will as labor slaves or in sex trafficking broke my heart. I have been involved with the Northeast Florida Human Trafficking Task Force for many of those years. I have the honor of the being the co-chair of that task force this year. Still in all my years of doing research, I never felt there … Continue reading
Do you know where or who made your shoes? The reality is that many of us want a good deal. Quality, but cheap. Check out this video by Radiohead and MTV EXIT. It takes a look at an American boy versus a boy working in a sweatshop making shoes. The tag line at the end is some things cost more than you realize. Can we justify cheap, if cheap costs a boy his life and soul. I personally cannot justify … Continue reading
