International Women’s Day

Marcos tasks gov’t agencies to boost efforts vs human trafficking
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Marcos tasks gov’t agencies to boost efforts vs human trafficking

ByEyes on Trafficking News

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. ordered on Monday the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) and the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) to strengthen efforts in eradicating human trafficking. During a meeting at the Malacañang Palace, Marcos said human trafficking compromised the country’s national security and economy. “The IACAT and the PAOCC must take the lead…

UNGA Vote on Russia's Annexation, Arctic Circle Assembly, International Day of the Girl, and More
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UNGA Vote on Russia's Annexation, Arctic Circle Assembly, International Day of the Girl, and More

ByEyes on Trafficking News

 Listen to the podcast here. Transcript Bob McMahon: (00:01) In the coming week, the UN General Assembly considers condemning Russia’s annexation of four Ukrainian regions. The Arctic Circle Assembly meets in Iceland and the International Day of the Girl marks its 10th anniversary. It’s October 6th, 2022, and time for The World Next Week. I’m…

International Women’s Day: from child domestic worker to future business leader
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International Women’s Day: from child domestic worker to future business leader

ByEyes on Trafficking News

Across the globe, modern slavery continues to disproportionately affect women and girls worldwide. Almost three quarters (71%) of people affected by slavery today are women and girls. From sexual exploitation and domestic work, to descent-based slavery and forced labour, women continue to face physical, financial, sexual and psychological abuse. That’s why, this International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating…