Unseen

Unseen is a UK-based organization that works to combat human trafficking and slavery. The organization works to raise awareness about the issue of trafficking and provides support services to trafficking victims, including counseling and legal assistance. Unseen also works with law enforcement officials and other organizations to investigate and prosecute traffickers and to develop policies and initiatives to prevent trafficking. The organization provides a helpline for victims to report suspected trafficking cases or seek help. They also provide training and education for frontline professionals such as healthcare workers, police, and educators, to recognize and respond to human trafficking situations.

 

Jailed Ghislaine Maxwell becomes best pals with one of most infamous US female killers
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Jailed Ghislaine Maxwell becomes best pals with one of most infamous US female killers

As one of the most ­notorious ­killers in America, Narcy Novack does not on the face of it seem a natural pal for British former socialite Ghislaine Maxwell. But the pair have become close over a shared taste for the millionaire’s ­lifestyle, long sentences and their ages, insiders have claimed. Convicted teenage sex trafficker Maxwell,…

U.K. anti-slavery tsar post remains unfilled
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U.K. anti-slavery tsar post remains unfilled

The U.K. Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner’s post has been vacant for four months sparking concerns that the Home Office is intentionally failing to find a replacement to avoid scrutiny on key pieces of modern slavery legislation. A “critical time” Dame Sara Thornton who previously filled the role has called on the government to urgently find her…

FTS and Partners Urge G7 to Take Action Against Forced Labor in Supply Chains
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FTS and Partners Urge G7 to Take Action Against Forced Labor in Supply Chains

On June 13, 2022, Free the Slaves joined 20 civil society organizations, survivors, and academics in urging the G7 to adopt new measures in ensuring forced labor is eradicated from the global supply chain. The leaders of these prosperous countries have the resources and collective voice necessary to enact concrete steps that would protect those…

Smith joins trafficking survivors, anti-trafficking groups in urging Congress to advance Smith-Bass bill to help victims of trafficking
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Smith joins trafficking survivors, anti-trafficking groups in urging Congress to advance Smith-Bass bill to help victims of trafficking

Smith joins trafficking survivors, anti-trafficking groups in urging Congress to advance Smith-Bass bill to help victims of trafficking Over 800 anti-trafficking and advocacy groups send letter to House Leadership WASHINGTON—At a Capitol Hill press conference today, Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), an internationally recognized leader in the fight to combat human trafficking, joined trafficking survivors and…

Three AAPI Colleagues Shaping Our History
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Three AAPI Colleagues Shaping Our History

This month, we want to celebrate just a few of the many AAPI colleagues and partners who are shaping our history as an organization and fighting to address disparities in their work ending child trafficking and helping support children in their vulnerabilities.

Former domestic worker exploited in France rebuilds life
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Former domestic worker exploited in France rebuilds life

Speaking to VICE News this week, former domestic worker Inès shared her experiences of servitude in France where she thought she would be able to pursue an education. Trained as a nail technician in a French-speaking African country., Inès had aspirations of moving abroad to continue her education. Her boss suggested she move to France where…

PBJ Learning Announces New Advisory Board Member Marielle Combs, DNP, RN, CNE
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PBJ Learning Announces New Advisory Board Member Marielle Combs, DNP, RN, CNE

Journal of Holistic Nursing author and certified nurse educator joins human trafficking prevention training leadership PBJ Learning, the creator of Human Trafficking Essentials, a leading online human trafficking awareness and prevention course, is pleased to announce the addition of a new member to its Advisory Board, Dr. Marielle Combs. Dr. Combs uses her educational expertise…

The Silenced Minority: Sex Trafficking of Males
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The Silenced Minority: Sex Trafficking of Males

Originally published on the Human Trafficking Institute’s website by Emma Bykerk | Feb 11, 2022 Introduction In 1998, President Bill Clinton stated that his administration was “committed to combatting trafficking in women and girls.”[i] Two years later, he signed into law the Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA).[ii] Although the TVPA was a huge milestone in the anti-human-trafficking movement,[iii] its enactment was motivated by a singular focus…

The impact of COVID-19 on human rights
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The impact of COVID-19 on human rights

I want to focus on how COVID-19 has changed the structural environment in Latin America and what this means for human rights. Also, what it means for crime and anti-crime policies and consequently on human rights issues. Let me first start with those structural changes. Globally, the COVID-19 pandemic has had an effect so far…