How the new law against forced labor in Xinjiang will impact fashion
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How the new law against forced labor in Xinjiang will impact fashion

On June 21, the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) finally came into force. This law prevents any product partially or totally manufactured in Xinjiang, northwest China, from entering U.S. territory since it is assumed that these products are linked to forced labor. The Guardian reports on the scope of this law and its impact…

Social Impact: Victoria Sexton Created ‘One-Stop’ Legal Service for Human Trafficking Survivors | Daily Business Review – Law.com
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Social Impact: Victoria Sexton Created ‘One-Stop’ Legal Service for Human Trafficking Survivors | Daily Business Review – Law.com

What does making an impact mean to you? Doing your part in the world. Everyone has different talents, passions, callings.

GLO.ACT provides Women’s Network members with soft-skill training to maximize their impact in countering human trafficking and migrant smuggling
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GLO.ACT provides Women’s Network members with soft-skill training to maximize their impact in countering human trafficking and migrant smuggling

Vienna, Austria – 26 May 2022 –To continue to strengthen the resilience of members of the GLO.ACT Women’s Network, GLO.ACT ran a workshop on work-life balance on 24 May 2022, featuring an exciting panel of women representatives from GLO.ACT countries. Panellists shared their insights on how to best manage the work-life balance, offering tips and advice…

The Impact We Made Together in 2021
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The Impact We Made Together in 2021

In 2021, with the indispensable support of our donors, we continued to love people and fight for justice. During the past year, our teams around the world intercepted more than 4,000 potential victims from the threat of human trafficking. In addition, our work also led to the arrest of more than 160 suspects—potentially disrupting trafficking efforts and making the exploitation of the vulnerable just a little riskier.

Making an Impact in the 87th Texas Legislative Session
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Making an Impact in the 87th Texas Legislative Session

It has been one of the greatest joys of my work at Allies to see us grow, change, and adapt to the needs of the moment. The last 18 months were no different. From dealing with the effects of COVID-19 to launching Lighthouse as a statewide data platform, I am beyond proud of how our…

The Impact of the Pandemic on Human Trafficking
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The Impact of the Pandemic on Human Trafficking

Vienna (Austria) 8 July 2021  A new study released today by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) illustrates the devastating impact of COVID-19 on victims and survivors of human trafficking and highlights the increased targeting and exploitation of children.

The Impact of 96,929 Volunteers on the Foster Care System
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The Impact of 96,929 Volunteers on the Foster Care System

May is National Foster Care Awareness month, and with over 423,000 kids in foster care, you may wonder, can one person make a difference in the life of a foster youth? Is there anyone advocating for them? Is their best interest taken into account? How are their voices heard? Who is speaking on their behalf?…

COVID-19 impact exposes millions to the risk of trafficking, UN agency says
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COVID-19 impact exposes millions to the risk of trafficking, UN agency says

Migrants and people without jobs were among the groups most targeted by human traffickers, UNODC added, warning that the economic fallout and job losses due to the coronavirus pandemic have exposed millions more to the risk. 

The Impact of Covid on Client Relationships
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The Impact of Covid on Client Relationships

It’s no surprise COVID has changed every way we (at Community Coalition Against Human Trafficking) operate this last year. From personal to professional, a great deal of change has been forced on most of us in more ways than we anticipated. This has been abundantly true in my experience, as well. In a field where face to face interaction is about 90% of your work, not being able to meet with clients in person was definitely one of the greatest challenges I faced in 2020.