Criminal Justice

Criminal justice is the system of laws, institutions, and practices that are used to enforce the law and to protect individuals and communities from crime. Criminal justice is a broad term that encompasses a range of different activities, including law enforcement, prosecution, courts, and corrections. The criminal justice system is designed to ensure that individuals who commit crimes are held accountable for their actions, and to protect the rights and safety of victims and the general public. Criminal justice is a complex and dynamic field, and it is influenced by a range of factors, including social, economic, and political forces. Individuals who work in criminal justice may include law enforcement officers, judges, lawyers, and corrections officers.

US State Department notes 'significant efforts' made by Ireland to combat human trafficking
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US State Department notes 'significant efforts' made by Ireland to combat human trafficking

ByEyes on Trafficking News

The US State Department said it has noted ‘significant efforts’ made by Ireland in combatting human trafficking, according to a statement that was recently released by the Department of Justice. Minister for Justice, Helen McEntee TD, of Fine Gael, welcomed Ireland’s upgrading in the ‘Trafficking in Persons’ (TiPs) Report 2022. The announcement has been acknowledged and reflected in the report from the US State…

‘Modern day slavery’: Lawmakers, advocates seek change after Republic prison labor investigation
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‘Modern day slavery’: Lawmakers, advocates seek change after Republic prison labor investigation

ByEyes on Trafficking News

Reacting to an investigation by The Arizona Republic and KJZZ, lawmakers and advocates are calling for a review of the state’s use of prison labor. “Forced prison labor is nothing more than modern day slavery, and our state’s growing reliance on this workforce is irresponsible, immoral and inexcusable,” said state Sen. Martin Quezada, D-Glendale. “Any public…

Trafficking in persons: Are Nigerian laws enough to fight the menace? – Tribune Online
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Trafficking in persons: Are Nigerian laws enough to fight the menace? – Tribune Online

ByEyes on Trafficking News

As the world and Nigeria renew commitment to curbing human trafficking internally and externally, YEJIDE GBENGA-OGUNDARE reports that implementation of laws and policies against human trafficking and forced labour remains a challenge in the fight to stop trafficking in persons. Experts believe Nigeria has not been able to effectively use the instrumentality of the law…

Missing Girl, 17, Likely Victim of Sex Trafficking, Located in Wakefield Motel
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Missing Girl, 17, Likely Victim of Sex Trafficking, Located in Wakefield Motel

ByEyes on Trafficking News

By SÍLE MOLONEY A NONPROFIT REPRESENTATIVE located a 17-year-old girl, who police say had been reported missing from Brooklyn, in the Metro Motel, located at 691 East 241st Street in the Wakefield section of The Bronx, on Saturday, July 23, 2022. According to the nonprofit representative, the teen is a likely victim of sex trafficking….

New human trafficking laws mandate signs, training to help victims – Spectrum News
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New human trafficking laws mandate signs, training to help victims – Spectrum News

ByEyes on Trafficking News

New Yorkers will soon start to see more signs in public spaces with information about how to report human trafficking after a series of new bills were recently signed into law to help combat sex and labor trafficking. Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a package of eight bills at the end of July to require information about human trafficking…

What Is Satanic Panic? Debunked ’80s Conspiracy Theory Is Making a Return
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What Is Satanic Panic? Debunked ’80s Conspiracy Theory Is Making a Return

ByEyes on Trafficking News

The “satanic panic” conspiracy theory was referenced in the latest season of Stranger Things. Though in real life, the satanic panic fears were thoroughly debunked, the claims are unfortunately gaining steam on social media once again. Anna Biller, the writer and director of films like The Love Witch and Viva, recently took to Twitter to…

Secretary Antony J. Blinken At the 2022 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report Launch Ceremony – United States Department of State – Department of State
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Secretary Antony J. Blinken At the 2022 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report Launch Ceremony – United States Department of State – Department of State

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  1. Secretary Antony J. Blinken At the 2022 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report Launch Ceremony – United States Department of State  Department of State
  2. US Demotes Indonesia, Promotes Thailand In Human Trafficking Report  Eurasia Review
  3. US State Department: Georgia maintaining “highest level” in combating trafficking  Agenda.ge
  4. Human trafficking: Bangladesh stays put in US ranking  The Daily Star
  5. India making significant efforts to eliminate human trafficking: US  Republic World
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PBJ Learning Founders Celebrate Incredible Milestones
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PBJ Learning Founders Celebrate Incredible Milestones

ByBilly Joe Cain

Dr. David Deeds and Billy Joe Cain dedicated their lives to ending human trafficking through awareness and education. In 2020, they joined forces to start PBJ Learning, a leader in online human trafficking education, and have not slowed down throughout the pandemic. “Trafficking hasn’t taken a break, and neither have we,” says Deeds. “We are…

Addressing Racism in the Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking of Black Girls: The Role of Public Health Critical Race Praxis

Addressing Racism in the Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking of Black Girls: The Role of Public Health Critical Race Praxis

ByEyes on Trafficking News

1  DMST Among Black Girls Several initiatives aimed at increasing awareness of and compelling action to prevent human trafficking generally, and DMST specifically, have been enacted, including the Polaris Project2 (established in 2002) and the Office on Trafficking in Persons within the Administration for Children and Families division of the US Department of Health and Human…

Human Trafficking Victims in Bosnia ‘Need Better Protection’: Report – Balkan Insight
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Human Trafficking Victims in Bosnia ‘Need Better Protection’: Report – Balkan Insight

ByEyes on Trafficking News

The Group of Experts on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings, GRETA, an independent monitoring group, said in a report for the Council of Europe published on Tuesday that Bosnia and Herzegovina’s has improved legislation to combat human trafficking but it needs to be implemented more effectively to ensure protection and justice for victims. The…