IJM

The International Justice Mission (IJM) is a global nonprofit organization that works to combat human trafficking, forced labor, and other forms of violence against the vulnerable. The organization was founded in 1997 and operates in over 20 countries around the world, partnering with local governments, law enforcement agencies, and other organizations to rescue victims and bring perpetrators to justice. IJM also engages in advocacy and public awareness campaigns to promote systemic change and improve the response to human trafficking and other forms of violence.

IJM is a leading organization in the fight against human trafficking, with a particular focus on rescuing victims and bringing traffickers to justice. The organization operates a range of programs, including anti-trafficking investigations, legal services for victims, and training and capacity-building for law enforcement agencies and governments. IJM also engages in advocacy efforts to promote changes in laws and policies related to trafficking and other forms of violence. The organization has been instrumental in the rescue of thousands of victims of trafficking and has contributed to significant improvements in the response to trafficking in many countries around the world. However, much work remains to be done, and IJM continues to work towards its vision of a world without slavery and other forms of violence against the vulnerable.

 

 

Sinema gets NFL to commit to making Arizona model for helping trafficking victims national
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Sinema gets NFL to commit to making Arizona model for helping trafficking victims national

Sen. Kyrsten Sinema on Friday toured the Phoenix Dream Center and led a roundtable discussion with the NFL and others about innovative ways Arizona combats human trafficking. During the event in west Phoenix, Sinema, I-Ariz., was able to secure the NFL’s commitment in bringing Arizona’s victim assistance model to the rest of the country. Bob…

No, the Super Bowl won’t cause a human trafficking spike in Phoenix
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No, the Super Bowl won’t cause a human trafficking spike in Phoenix

The traditions surrounding the Super Bowl, the most-watched event in professional sports, are time honored. The host city rolls out the red carpet to welcome 100,000 visitors, and millions of viewers anticipate a great game, entertaining halftime show and catchy commercials. Just as entrenched as those traditions is the annual reminder that the Super Bowl causes human trafficking to spike…

No, the Super Bowl won't cause a human trafficking spike in Phoenix – AZCentral
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No, the Super Bowl won't cause a human trafficking spike in Phoenix – AZCentral

The traditions surrounding the Super Bowl, the most-watched event in professional sports, are time honored. The host city rolls out the red carpet to welcome 100,000 visitors, and millions of viewers anticipate a great game, entertaining halftime show and catchy commercials. Just as entrenched as those traditions is the annual reminder that the Super Bowl causes human trafficking to spike…

Human trafficking picks a new fight | WORLD – WNG.org
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Human trafficking picks a new fight | WORLD – WNG.org

MYRNA BROWN, HOST: It’s Thursday, the 9th of February, 2023. Thanks for listening to WORLD Radio today! Good morning, I’m Myrna Brown. MARY REICHARD, HOST: And I’m Mary Reichard. First up on The World and Everything in It: human trafficking. Estimates are that more than 27 million people endure forced labor around the world. To…

Survivors of human trafficking to receive economic empowerment – BusinessGhana
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Survivors of human trafficking to receive economic empowerment – BusinessGhana

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has, therefore, been signed between the International Justice Mission (IJM) and United Way, Ghana to create an effective community-based solutions to end human trafficking in the country. It is also to support the survivors whilst equipping them to fight against the menace A statement jointly signed by Madam Anita Budu,…

IJM Receives Gift to Fight Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery Honoring Retiring Bank of America Executive David G. Leitch
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IJM Receives Gift to Fight Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery Honoring Retiring Bank of America Executive David G. Leitch

January 11, 2023, WASHINGTON D.C. — As International Justice Mission (IJM) recognizes Human Trafficking Awareness Day, we welcome a significant gift of $500,000 on behalf of retiring executive David G. Leitch from Bank of America to honor his dedication and years of service to the bank. These funds will go directly to IJM’s global fight…

The disturbing links between climate change and modern-day slavery
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The disturbing links between climate change and modern-day slavery

© Provided by The Hill On Sept. 12, a disturbing new report by the International Labour Organization (ILO), Walk Free and International Organization for Migration (IOM) revealed that the number of people in modern slavery has risen by approximately 10 million since 2016. Fifty million women, children and men are exploited through forms of slavery like forced labor and…

Root Cause of Human Trafficking Is ‘Individuals Who Decide to Exploit’ Vulnerable People, Expert Says
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Root Cause of Human Trafficking Is ‘Individuals Who Decide to Exploit’ Vulnerable People, Expert Says

Today, there are believed to be more people trapped in slavery than at any other time in history. These are individuals who are victims of sex trafficking and forced labor. They are women, men, and children.

IJM developed training is credited with leading to peaceful election in Kenya
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IJM developed training is credited with leading to peaceful election in Kenya

The overwhelming violence of Kenya’s 2007 elections saw over 1,200 Kenyans lose their lives and 300,000 people displaced. Half of the deaths were blamed on police action. It was a turning point that triggered reform, but elections continued to be marked by death and police brutality. Samantha Pendo, a six-month-old baby who was critically injured…

Ambassador John Richmond Explains Root Cause of Human Trafficking, Offers Solution | Ricochet
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Ambassador John Richmond Explains Root Cause of Human Trafficking, Offers Solution | Ricochet

Today, there are believed to be more people trapped in slavery than at any other time in history. These are individuals who are victims of sex trafficking and forced labor. They are women, men, and children. There are “27.6 million people [who] are estimated to be victims of trafficking,” John Richmond, the former U.S. ambassador…