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.

ATEST Advocates for $1.3 Billion in Federal Funding to Combat Human Trafficking and its Root Causes
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ATEST Advocates for $1.3 Billion in Federal Funding to Combat Human Trafficking and its Root Causes

WASHINGTON – The Alliance to End Slavery and Trafficking (ATEST) is asking Congress for substantial increases in federal appropriations for Fiscal Year 2023 to combat human trafficking inside the U.S. and around the world.

How Do Human Traffickers Choose Their Victims?
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How Do Human Traffickers Choose Their Victims?

“How do human traffickers choose their victims” is a question that has been on many minds lately, especially parents of young children– and for good reason. It is no secret that the dangers of human trafficking are real. While there is not one single way that traffickers spot human trafficking targets, there are many misconceptions…

The Truth About Human Trafficking in America
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The Truth About Human Trafficking in America

Though many Americans might not want to admit it—or perhaps they are simply unaware of it—human trafficking in America is not only a very real danger, but it is also a prominent one. It’s tough to accept, since there is a general mindset that this country has put its slavery problems behind it, but sadly,…

STOP THE TRAFFIK Ukraine Briefing 13 April 2022
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STOP THE TRAFFIK Ukraine Briefing 13 April 2022

STOP THE TRAFFIK & Traffik Analysis Hub regularly monitor events that will likely impact operational, human rights, and supply chain risk and provide briefing notes. With the recent invasion of Ukraine leading to severe disruption of supply chains and causing a refugee crisis in Europe, STOP THE TRAFFIK & Traffik Analysis Hub has provided an…

Nine Members and Associates of Nationwide Sex Trafficking Enterprise Indictment Unsealed
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Nine Members and Associates of Nationwide Sex Trafficking Enterprise Indictment Unsealed

Defendant Instructed Enforcer: “If She Dares Fight Back, Beat Her More Viciously. Get Some Results from the Beating.”  A 20-count indictment was unsealed today in federal court in Brooklyn variously charging Siyang Chen, Siyu Chen, also known as “Ban Ban,” Bo Jiang, Meizhen Song, also known as “Die Die,” Rong Rong Xu, also known as…

Boston Man Indicted for Sex Trafficking
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Boston Man Indicted for Sex Trafficking

BOSTON – A Boston man has been indicted on sex trafficking and cocaine charges stemming from his alleged maintenance of a drug and sex trafficking hub operating out of a tent at Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard (Mass and Cass).

“TABC’s Response to Human Trafficking” – from Texas’ Child Sex Trafficking Team
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“TABC’s Response to Human Trafficking” – from Texas’ Child Sex Trafficking Team

TABC plays a key role in stopping human trafficking from taking place within licensed alcohol retailers such as bars, nightclubs, and convenience stores.

Tarrant County 5 Stones Human Trafficking Coalition March 2022 Meeting
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Tarrant County 5 Stones Human Trafficking Coalition March 2022 Meeting

Here is our recorded meeting link and chat notes for our 5 Stones March 2022 meeting! Our March 5 Stones meeting featured Matt Osborne from New Friends New Life as he discussed the manKINDness Project, a curriculum outreaching to boys.   Here is the link to the recorded meeting: https://cutt.ly/5StonesMarch2022 Here is Matt’s presentation deck: https://cutt.ly/5StonesMar2022PresentationDeck Here is…