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.

 

 

In a Major Judgment, 21 Customers are Convicted for Buying Minors for Sex
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In a Major Judgment, 21 Customers are Convicted for Buying Minors for Sex

Journey to Justice This milestone case began in September 2017, when IJM helped anti-trafficking police rescue eight girls and 18 women from sexual exploitation at a hotel. It was located near an interstate highway and education hub, leading to big business with truckers, students, and young professionals. Thirty suspects were arrested, including the brothel owners,…

Inside the 'pig-butchering' scams seeing thousands trafficked into cyber slavery – ABC News
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Inside the 'pig-butchering' scams seeing thousands trafficked into cyber slavery – ABC News

Editor’s note: PLEASE TELL YOUR PARENTS OR ELDERLY PERSONS YOU KNOW. Their savings might be at risk. Better to be safe and get educated about these types of scams. “Pig-butchering” online scams have grown from continued poverty and corruption. And they prey on our vulnerabilities. This specific type of labor trafficking essentially creates a Ponzi…

Human Trafficking’s Newest Abuse: Forcing Victims Into Cyberscamming
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Human Trafficking’s Newest Abuse: Forcing Victims Into Cyberscamming

Editor’s note: PLEASE TELL YOUR PARENTS OR ELDERLY PERSONS YOU KNOW. Their savings might be at risk. Better to be safe and get educated about these types of scams. “Pig-butchering” online scams have grown from continued poverty and corruption. And they prey on our vulnerabilities. This specific type of labor trafficking essentially creates a Ponzi…

Anti-Trafficking Coalition Frees Two Families from a Violent Brick Kiln
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Anti-Trafficking Coalition Frees Two Families from a Violent Brick Kiln

BANGALORE, INDIA – When members of an anti-trafficking coalition in Karnataka state heard about violent abuse at a local brick kiln, they quickly sprang into action. Together with police and government officials, they helped rescue two families who had been trafficked across the country and forced to work in shockingly violent conditions for two years….

Runway for Justice: IJM Partners with NYC based Elegantees during New York Fashion Week
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Runway for Justice: IJM Partners with NYC based Elegantees during New York Fashion Week

Watch the 2022 Runway for Justice promo video here Justice is fashionable. International Justice Mission (IJM), an international non-profit with a mission to end modern slavery within our lifetime has partnered with Elegantees, a New York City based fashion brand committed to tackling poverty in Nepal through job creation for survivors of trafficking and those…

Volta Lake identified as human trafficking hub – BusinessGhana
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Volta Lake identified as human trafficking hub – BusinessGhana

According to him, Volta Lake had been identified as one of the places where human trafficking remained prevalent. Dr Letsa expressed the concern in a speech read on his behalf in Ho during a National Justice Conference organised by the International Justice Mission(IJM), a global organisation that protects the poor from violence. He said they…

IJM Statement on International Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2022
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IJM Statement on International Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2022

Tuesday, June 14, 2022, WASHINGTON, D.C. — International Justice Mission (IJM) welcomes the recent passage of the International Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2022 (S. 4171) by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. This important legislation was introduced by Sens. Bob Menendez (D-NJ), Jim Risch (R-ID), Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) on May…

Police officers equipped to combat human trafficking – MyJoyOnline.com
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Police officers equipped to combat human trafficking – MyJoyOnline.com

Human trafficking and its related crimes are among some of the serious crimes in Ghana. It has therefore become needful for law enforcers to better understand the issues and fight them effectively. The Ghana Police Service and the International Justice Mission (IJM) are therefore equipping senior Police officers in Ghana with the knowledge and skills…