Financial Institution

A financial institution is an organization that provides financial services, such as banking, investment, and insurance services. In the context of human trafficking, financial institutions may play a role in identifying and disrupting trafficking activity through their ability to monitor financial transactions and detect suspicious activity. Financial institutions may be required by law to report any suspicious transactions or activity that may be related to trafficking, and may also have internal policies and procedures in place to identify and prevent trafficking-related activity. Financial institutions can also provide support for anti-trafficking efforts by donating to anti-trafficking organizations or partnering with law enforcement agencies to raise awareness and prevent trafficking.

How compliance can help prevent human trafficking | Article – Compliance Week
| |

How compliance can help prevent human trafficking | Article – Compliance Week

ByEyes on Trafficking News

The International Compliance Association (ICA) is a professional membership and awarding body. ICA is the leading global provider of professional, certificated qualifications in anti-money laundering; governance, risk, and compliance; and financial crime prevention. ICA members are recognized globally for their commitment to best compliance practice and an enhanced professional reputation. To find out more, visit…

Visa 'Intended to Help' Pornhub, MindGeek Monetize Child Porn: Ruling – Variety
| | |

Visa 'Intended to Help' Pornhub, MindGeek Monetize Child Porn: Ruling – Variety

ByEyes on Trafficking News

In a setback for Visa in a case alleging the payment processor is liable for the distribution of child pornography on Pornhub and other sites operated by parent company MindGeek, a federal judge ruled that it was reasonable to conclude that Visa knowingly facilitated the criminal activity. On Friday, July 29, U.S. District Judge Cormac…

TSA stop at Milwaukee airport leads to trafficking, fraud charges – FOX 6 Milwaukee
| |

TSA stop at Milwaukee airport leads to trafficking, fraud charges – FOX 6 Milwaukee

ByEyes on Trafficking News

MILWAUKEE – A New York man is charged with human trafficking and other crimes after being stopped at Milwaukee’s Mitchell International Airport on June 23. Prosecutors say Alfredo Davis, 37, forced a woman to take part in a bank fraud scheme across the U.S. Milwaukee County sheriff’s deputies were called to the airport on June…

“Human trafficking, slavery & sexual exploitation,” from Afghanistan War Victims’ Voices
| | | | |

“Human trafficking, slavery & sexual exploitation,” from Afghanistan War Victims’ Voices

ByAdam Zarnowski

Afghanistan War Victims’ Voices – PRESS RELEASE CONGRESS from The Hague Remarks at The Hague, Netherlands, on June 23rd, 2022 Regarding Crimes Against Humanity in Afghanistan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6w21uGV88IU?t=2924 Some people are blocked from the audio, so be sure to turn on closed captions. Good afternoon, my name is Adam Zarnowski and I will be speaking about…

STOP THE TRAFFIK and Traffik Analysis Hub statement on the conflict in Ukraine
| | | | | |

STOP THE TRAFFIK and Traffik Analysis Hub statement on the conflict in Ukraine

ByEyes on Trafficking News

We are extremely concerned and saddened about the escalating situation and ongoing military action in Ukraine. Alongside the devastation we feel for the loss of civilian life, we are increasingly concerned about the impact this conflict will have on the exploitation and trafficking of those whose vulnerabilities will have been exacerbated by this conflict. Up…