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Sex work is a term that is used to refer to the exchange of sexual services for money or other forms of compensation. Sex work can include a wide range of activities, such as prostitution, stripping, and pornography. Sex work is a controversial and often misunderstood topic, and it is regulated differently in different parts of the world.
Some people view sex work as a legitimate form of work and a valid choice for individuals who choose to engage in it. Others view sex work as a form of exploitation and oppression, and they advocate for its abolition.
The debate over sex work often involves complex and sensitive issues, including gender equality, exploitation, and public health.
Human trafficking is a modern form of slavery. Shamefully, Houston is a hub for human trafficking in Texas and the U.S. On the other hand, Houston also is a hub for the anti-trafficking movement. For example, Houston was the first city in the U.S. to establish a full-time position in the mayor’s cabinet to address…
Organized retail crime (ORC) has been top-of-mind for all loss prevention professionals in recent years due to its financial impact. The FBI estimates that ORC crimes cost the US approximately $30 billion each year, with a large percentage of that money funding other, darker criminal activities. Kevin Metcalf “When you’re looking at organized retail crime,…
Six years ago, Laura Mullen was raped by members of a criminal gang at knifepoint on Long Island. But her fear of being charged for prostitution stopped her from reporting the crime. Today, she is advocating for legislation that gives sex workers and trafficking victims immunity from prosecution when they report crimes and seek…
In August 2018, Wayne Bearden called the Plano Police Department to report a robbery at his house. When officers arrived at Bearden’s home to file a report, they noticed a few things. First, they saw that there were multiple guns in his house. Then, as they continued to investigate, they discovered that Bearden was a…
Defendant Instructed Enforcer: “If She Dares Fight Back, Beat Her More Viciously. Get Some Results from the Beating.”
April 27, 2022 • 8:37 am • Terry FitzPatrick ATEST is was well represented at Wednesday’s herring of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism and Homeland Security. Speakers at the session included: ATEST Director Terry FitzPatrick (see written testimony here) ATEST member organization Human Trafficking Legal Center Founder and President Martina Vandenberg (see written…
Defendant Instructed Enforcer: “If She Dares Fight Back, Beat Her More Viciously. Get Some Results from the Beating.” A 20-count indictment was unsealed today in federal court in Brooklyn variously charging Siyang Chen, Siyu Chen, also known as “Ban Ban,” Bo Jiang, Meizhen Song, also known as “Die Die,” Rong Rong Xu, also known as…
Recently, there was a request for information made by the US State Department’s Office to Combat Trafficking in Persons. The Senior Policy Operating Group (SPOG) asked for input from key stakeholders and community members on how it can advance racial justice and equity in work combatting human trafficking. We’re glad this request was made, and…
Misrepresentation – or catfishing – is as easy as ever with the prevalence of online and virtual life. With the growing reliance on this type of digital connection and the increasing sophistication of Artificial Intelligence, scammers and catfishers are no longer as obvious as they once were. A fake dating profile, a misinformed headline, a…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles law enforcement announced Tuesday the rescue of more than 80 human trafficking and sexual exploitation victims, including children, during a weeklong operation that also netted hundreds of arrests. The annual “Operation Reclaim and Rebuild” was held last week and coincided with the run-up to the Super Bowl in Los…
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