Asia

Asia is the largest and most populous continent on Earth, located primarily in the eastern and northern hemispheres. It is bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the east, the Indian Ocean to the south, and the Arctic Ocean to the north. Asia is made up of over 50 countries and is home to a diverse range of cultures, languages, and religions. Some of the major countries in Asia include China, India, and Russia. Asia has a long and rich history, and it has played a significant role in the development of global politics, economics, and culture. Today, Asia is a major economic and political region and is home to many of the world’s largest and most influential cities, such as Beijing, Mumbai, and Tokyo.

Where to get help with your rights to justice, equality and civil liberties
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Where to get help with your rights to justice, equality and civil liberties

 SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — We don’t have all the answers, but we do have a lot of local resources to help you navigate this difficult time in our communities. See below for a list of human rights resources that will help you find an ally and get help.  This list will keep growing, so if…

Free the Slaves Joins Discussion on Overseas Filipino Workers’ Rights
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Free the Slaves Joins Discussion on Overseas Filipino Workers’ Rights

Immigrants and overseas Filipino workers (OFW) are vital to the Philippine economy. It’s estimated of the 109 million people residing in the Philippines, 1.77 million Filipinos are OFWs. Despite their important role in the Philippine economy, many of these seasonal workers lack the respect, care, and rights they deserve. Employers and government officials often do not understand or respect these workers. As a result, OFWs are vulnerable to exploitation, abuse, and trafficking.

OFWs are often the particular targets of traffickers due read more >

Daler Mehndi Human Trafficking Case All you need to know – Jagran Josh
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Daler Mehndi Human Trafficking Case All you need to know – Jagran Josh

Daler Mehndi Human Trafficking Case: A district court in Patiala on 14th July 2022 dismissed the pop-singer Daler Mehndi’s appeal against a two-year jail term in a 2003 case of human trafficking. Punjab Police has taken Singer Mehndi into custody after Patiala Additional Session Judge HS Grewal ordered immediate arrest of the singer. Mehndi and…

Human trafficking, prostitution trial delayed until 2023 – Yahoo! Voices
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Human trafficking, prostitution trial delayed until 2023 – Yahoo! Voices

Jul. 14—The 2019 human trafficking and prostitution criminal case that shut down two Eau Claire massage businesses won’t be resolved until at least 2023. Dongmei L. Greer’s Aug. 16-18 trial was postponed on Wednesday by Eau Claire County Judge Sarah Harless after prosecutors indicated a witness would not be available for the August trial dates….

Human trafficking, prostitution trial delayed until 2023 |  Leader-Telegram
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Human trafficking, prostitution trial delayed until 2023 | Leader-Telegram

The 2019 human trafficking and prostitution criminal case that shut down two Eau Claire massage businesses won’t be resolved until at least 2023. Dongmei L. Greer’s Aug. 16-18 trial was postponed on Wednesday by Eau Claire County Judge Sarah Harless after prosecutors indicated a witness would not be available for the August trial dates. Harless…

International leaders urged to step up efforts to combat human trafficking – Catholic Review
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International leaders urged to step up efforts to combat human trafficking – Catholic Review

WASHINGTON (CNS) — The predators engaged in human trafficking “never take a holiday, nor can we,” a U.S congressman who holds a top international anti-trafficking post told world leaders gathered July 2-6 in Birmingham, England. Those “who exploit and abuse vulnerable women, children and men never cease in their nefarious work,” U.S. Rep. Chris Smith,…

International leaders urged to step up efforts to combat human trafficking – Angelus News
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International leaders urged to step up efforts to combat human trafficking – Angelus News

The predators engaged in human trafficking “never take a holiday, nor can we,” a U.S congressman who holds a top international anti-trafficking post told world leaders gathered July 2-6 in Birmingham, England. Those “who exploit and abuse vulnerable women, children and men never cease in their nefarious work,” U.S. Rep. Chris Smith, R-N.J., said during…

All rural workers deserve social protection coverage: New ILO report – Saudi Gazette
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All rural workers deserve social protection coverage: New ILO report – Saudi Gazette

GENEVA — Social protection for rural workers “remains a dream”, according to a report launched in Geneva on Thursday by the Bureau for Workers’ Activities (ACTRAV), part of the UN’s International Labour Organization (ILO). This is of particular concern for those in precarious work conditions, including informal, casual, temporary and subcontracted workers and day laborers who…

Human Trafficking: Author Calls For Concerted Effort To Tackle Menace – NNN
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Human Trafficking: Author Calls For Concerted Effort To Tackle Menace – NNN

Dr Olalekan Ogungbemi, a UK – based Nigerian author and public health expert, has called on government and citizens to do more to address the menace of human trafficking in Nigeria. Ogungbemi made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Saturday in Lafia, Nasarawa State, while giving insight on his…

Human trafficking: Poverty, unemployment responsible, expert says – Punch Newspapers
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Human trafficking: Poverty, unemployment responsible, expert says – Punch Newspapers

A United Kingdom-based Nigerian, Dr Olalekan Ogungbemi, has revealed that poverty, unemployment and inadequate funding for relevant agencies to enable them discharge their functions effectively were the reasons for human trafficking in Nigeria and Africa in general. Ogungbemi, a renowned public health expert, disclosed this to our correspondent in Lafia, on Saturday, while giving an…