News

The term “news” generally refers to information about recent events or happenings, especially as reported by news organizations. It is typically used to refer to information that is presented in a timely manner and is of general interest or importance. It’s typically reported through a variety of mediums, such as newspapers, television, radio, and online platforms. It is often considered to be a critical aspect of modern society, as it allows people to stay informed about what is happening in the world around them.

People generally learn about information through a variety of sources, such as television, radio, newspapers, and online platforms. In the past, newspapers were the primary source of news for many people, but in recent years the rise of the internet has led to a proliferation of online news sources, such as websites and social media. This has made it easier for people to access a wide variety of sources, and to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in real time. Additionally, many people also learn about the news through word of mouth, as people share information and discuss current events with each other.

How does lack of access to the internet affect people’s understanding of current events?

A lack of access to the internet can have a significant impact on a person’s ability to stay informed about current events. In today’s world, the internet is an important source of information, and many traditional sources, such as newspapers and television programs, also have an online presence. This means that without access to the internet, it can be much more difficult for people to access the news and stay informed about what is happening in the world around them. Additionally, the internet also provides a platform for people to share and discuss news and current events with others, so a lack of access to the internet can also limit a person’s ability to engage with others and learn about different perspectives on current events.

New report shatters misconceptions about Germany’s & New Zealand’s prostitution laws
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New report shatters misconceptions about Germany’s & New Zealand’s prostitution laws

People caught in the global sex trade, who are overwhelmingly women and girls, are among the world’s most marginalized. But states too often treat them as criminals. Every day, survivor leaders and frontline advocates fight against the brutal sex trade system and the criminalization of people in prostitution, calling on states to offer support services and hold…

Freedom in Disasters is recognised as a charitable non-profit organisation by the Austrian Government
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Freedom in Disasters is recognised as a charitable non-profit organisation by the Austrian Government

Following the launch as for-impact, social enterprise in early 2021, Freedom in Disasters (FiD) sought to be officially recognised as charitable organisation. Headquartered in Vienna, FiD approached the Austrian Ministry of Finance to confirm that the organisational purpose is aligned to those of charitable organisations under §41 of the federal tax code. On May 25th,…

The Impact of 96,929 Volunteers on the Foster Care System
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The Impact of 96,929 Volunteers on the Foster Care System

May is National Foster Care Awareness month, and with over 423,000 kids in foster care, you may wonder, can one person make a difference in the life of a foster youth? Is there anyone advocating for them? Is their best interest taken into account? How are their voices heard? Who is speaking on their behalf?…

From Awareness to Action: Sexual Assault Awareness Month
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From Awareness to Action: Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April 2021 marks the 20th anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, though the advocacy for awareness and change runs much longer and deeper. Current statistics state that 1 in 4 women are impacted by sexual violence before the age of 18. And while you may not have personally been the victim of sexual violence, it…

Organ Harvesting’s Troubled Past — and Complicated Present
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Organ Harvesting’s Troubled Past — and Complicated Present

At an international conference on kidney transplantation in 1963, a disagreement broke out about exactly when a patient should be considered dead enough to become an organ donor. One doctor stood up, angrily declaring that he was not “going to just wait around for the medical examiner to declare the patient dead. I’m just going…

Investigation: Corporations Are Profiting From Immigrant Detainees’ Labor. Some Say It’s Slavery.
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Investigation: Corporations Are Profiting From Immigrant Detainees’ Labor. Some Say It’s Slavery.

In February, she sued the company for labor trafficking. Gonzalez spent those … to Attorney General Jeff Sessions, ICE and the Department of Labor calling on them to help GEO defend itself …

A front-row seat to the Nigerian sex trade on a screen near you
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A front-row seat to the Nigerian sex trade on a screen near you

In a Human Trafficking Prevention Month installment for At the Edge of the Margins, CATW’s Medium publication, Executive Director Taina Bien-Aimé interviews Nigerian Director Kenneth Gyang about his film “Òlòturé,” available now on Netflix. They discuss his inspiration for the critically acclaimed movie, the realities of the Nigerian sex trade, sex trafficking within and from his country, and…

Unmasking Human Trafficking
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Unmasking Human Trafficking

University of Michigan School of Nursing and University of Michigan Law School collaboration to address human trafficking, “It is the first collaboration of its kind in the country, bringing together the unique and disparate skill sets of nursing and law.”

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Coalition Against Trafficking Women: We’re on Medium! Check out our very first post in ‘At the Edge of the Margins’
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Coalition Against Trafficking Women: We’re on Medium! Check out our very first post in ‘At the Edge of the Margins’

We’ve just launched a new publication on Medium! At the Edge of the Margins provides a digital space for opinions and interviews centering the most marginalized and vulnerable women and girls. The CATW team and our partners, including survivor leaders, will bring you feminist human rights analysis and commentary from around the world. In our […]

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New law to stop unwanted human organ harvesting
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New law to stop unwanted human organ harvesting

By Nicholas Wassajja In 2016 when New Vision reported that deceitful officials were targeting unsuspecting refugees for unsolicited human organ extraction, the story seemed too horrible to be true. However, it has since emerged that illicit clinics, corrupt doctors, including those at the Mulago National Referral Hospital and global networks, are dealing in the illegal…