Mexico

Mexico is a country located in North America. It is the 11th most populous country in the world, with over 126 million people. Mexico has a rich and diverse culture, with a blend of indigenous, European, and other influences. Spanish is the official language of Mexico, and the country has a federal presidential representative democratic republic system of government.

Mexico has a long and complex history, and it has been home to many great civilizations, including the Mayans and the Aztecs. Mexico is a developing country, and it has a growing economy, with a significant manufacturing and service sector. Some of Mexico’s major cities include Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey.

Albuquerque Whiskey Society hosts charity event for human trafficking
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Albuquerque Whiskey Society hosts charity event for human trafficking

Established in 2018, the Albuquerque Whiskey Society (AWS) is New Mexico’s “first and only whiskey education group.” The local whiskey group meets monthly to taste and learn about different whiskeys. To celebrate its five-year anniversary, the society is hosting its “Cheers to 5 Years!” event. At least once a month, the non-profit group hosts an…

Human Trafficking on the US-Mexico Border: Family Clans, Coyotes, or ‘Cartels’?
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Human Trafficking on the US-Mexico Border: Family Clans, Coyotes, or ‘Cartels’?

Human trafficking is one of the most complex and misunderstood criminal economies in the world. This is especially true along the US-Mexico border, where a smattering of organized crime groups operate with varying degrees of power and sophistication and engage in a wide variety of criminal activities. Estimates vary, but there are now several hundred…

The Geography of Human Trafficking on the US-Mexico Border
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The Geography of Human Trafficking on the US-Mexico Border

Officials often portray human trafficking as being controlled by large, organized crime groups — frequently referred to as “cartels” — but the reality on the US-Mexico border illustrates that there is a far wider array of groups behind this problem. There are now several hundred crime groups present across Mexico, each of which operates with…

‘There is slavery in the fields of North Carolina’
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‘There is slavery in the fields of North Carolina’

I’ll never forget something that advocate and former farmworker Leticia Zavala said to me during an interview. “There is slavery in the fields of North Carolina.” She said it almost in passing, as part of a larger laundry list of abusive and deadly conditions experienced by farmworkers in the state as part of the H-2A…

Cape Cod Man Convinced Woman To Come To US For Work. He Now Faces Human Trafficking Charge
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Cape Cod Man Convinced Woman To Come To US For Work. He Now Faces Human Trafficking Charge

YARMOUTH, MA — A Hyannis man faces human trafficking and rape charges after police say he lured a woman from Brazil to Cape Cod. Agnaldo Moreida Da Cruz, 28, of Hyannis, was arrested on Friday and charged with trafficking a person for forced service and aggravated rape during the commission of a felony. He was…

Prevention Cohort LIVE Ep 6: AMP Model Discussion; Social Media “Human Trafficking Panic” Posts
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Prevention Cohort LIVE Ep 6: AMP Model Discussion; Social Media “Human Trafficking Panic” Posts

Come learn about new tools to end human trafficking through prevention education. We go through the AMP Model to teach the definition.

New Mexico AG Investigating Alleged Wage Theft and Human Trafficking at Cannabis Facility – Ganjapreneur
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New Mexico AG Investigating Alleged Wage Theft and Human Trafficking at Cannabis Facility – Ganjapreneur

The New Mexico Attorney General’s office is investigating a cannabis facility for alleged wage theft and human or labor trafficking, KOB 4 reports. While the AG’s office has confirmed the investigation, no arrests have been made.   “We can confirm that the New Mexico Attorney General’s Office is investigating allegations of potential wage theft and…

‘Reach every victim’ and ‘leave no one behind’: Sisters combat human trafficking
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‘Reach every victim’ and ‘leave no one behind’: Sisters combat human trafficking

July 30 is the United Nations’ World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. The theme for this year is “Reach every victim of trafficking, leave no one behind.” Our sister panelists shared what their congregations are doing to eliminate this grave offense against human dignity by responding to the question: What have you or your congregation…