Exploitation

Exploitation is the act of taking advantage of someone for personal or financial gain. It can involve the abuse of power or trust, and it can take many different forms. For example, it can involve the use of force or coercion to obtain labor or sexual services. It can also involve the manipulation or deception of vulnerable individuals for personal or financial gain.

It’s often associated with human trafficking, which is the practice of exploiting people for labor, sex, or other forms of exploitation through the use of force, fraud, or coercion. Exploitation can also occur in other contexts, such as in the workplace, in relationships, or in financial transactions.

Overall, exploitation is a grave violation of human rights, and it is important to raise awareness and take steps to prevent it.

What benefits do corporations get from exploiting people?

Exploitation of people can benefit corporations in a number of ways. For example, it can allow corporations to cut costs by paying workers less than they are worth, or by not providing them with adequate benefits or working conditions. This can increase the corporation’s profits by reducing its expenses. Additionally, exploiting people can also give corporations a competitive advantage over other companies by allowing them to produce goods or services more cheaply, which can make them more appealing to consumers. In some cases, exploitation may also allow corporations to exert more control over their workers, which can make it easier for them to meet production quotas and deadlines. Overall, exploiting people can provide corporations with a range of economic and strategic advantages.

Human trafficking and abuse: China's Belt and Road Initiative – The BL – TheBL.com
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Human trafficking and abuse: China's Belt and Road Initiative – The BL – TheBL.com

The U.S. State Department on July 19 released its annual Trafficking in Persons Report. It held China and 10 other countries responsible for enabling human trafficking within their borders. According to U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken’s estimate, 25 million individuals continue to be victims of trafficking worldwide. This year’s report began with a section…

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

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…

ECPAT welcomes European Commission’s proposal to prevent and combat child sexual abuse
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ECPAT welcomes European Commission’s proposal to prevent and combat child sexual abuse

A much needed step to ensure child safety online 11 May – With the publication of a proposal to prevent and combat child sexual abuse, alongside the new European Strategy for a Better Internet for Kids, the European Union sends a clear message to EU citizens and across the world: children’s rights need to be…

The Credit Repair Process for Survivors: What We Know So Far (re: Debt Bondage Repair Act)
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The Credit Repair Process for Survivors: What We Know So Far (re: Debt Bondage Repair Act)

Among the many forms of abuse and exploitation suffered by trafficking survivors, the hijacking of their credit may not sound – at first – like that big a deal. But the reality is that many survivors report their traffickers used their names to get loans they never paid off, credit cards they owed thousands to,…

Hope for Justice and the Young Living Foundation launch free e-learning course to help keep kids safe online
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Hope for Justice and the Young Living Foundation launch free e-learning course to help keep kids safe online

This article is reprinted from its original location at Hope for Justice‘s website. It was pulled from their RSS feed for your education. Visit Hope for Justice’s news page by clicking here. With children spending more and more time online, the risks of online enticement and online sexual exploitation are becoming ever greater. The U.S….

FBI Announces Results of Nationwide Sex Trafficking Operation
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FBI Announces Results of Nationwide Sex Trafficking Operation

The FBI, working with its state and local partners during two weeks in August, identified and located 84 minor victims of child sex trafficking and child sexual exploitation offenses and located 37 actively missing children during a nationwide enforcement campaign, dubbed “Operation Cross Country.” “The Justice Department is committed to doing everything in our power…

Human trafficking prevention campaign – STOP THE TRAFFIK’s work in Greece
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Human trafficking prevention campaign – STOP THE TRAFFIK’s work in Greece

In June 2022, we launched an awareness raising leaflet campaign in Greece, which marks our first collaborative campaign with Western Union. In this phase leaflets were distributed in selected Western Union offices across the country, targeting four regions. As part of our Aman Safety project at STOP THE TRAFFIK, we aim to raise awareness about human […]

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With the support of the Pope, they promote the training of transport workers to fight against slavery through campaigns that make complaint channels visible
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With the support of the Pope, they promote the training of transport workers to fight against slavery through campaigns that make complaint channels visible

  Thursday, August 11, 2022 | 2:42 p.m. Pope Francis expressed his support for the efforts to increase prevention, detection and fight campaigns against human trafficking and smuggling, within the framework of the second international meeting of Transport Unions in the Vatican, in which Gustavo Vera, director of the Executive Committee for the Fight against…

‘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

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…