Author: MadGiven

Human Trafficking is a $32Billion Industry, so is Legislation and Prosecution Falling Short?

July 31, 2013

Originally posted by Mary Goudie on July 15, 2013— “All too often slavery in some of its more contemporary manifestations – human trafficking, the exploitation of migrant workers, the buying and selling of women and girls into the sex trade – is considered a labour or human rights issue. Ultimately, though, modern-day slavery is at … More Human Trafficking is a $32Billion Industry, so is Legislation and Prosecution Falling Short?

FBI Raids Rescue 105 Kids Forced Into Prostitution

July 29, 2013

By Pete Yost for The Associated Press on July 29, 2013— “Authorities rescued 105 children who were forced into prostitution and arrested 150 pimps and others in a three-day law enforcement sweep in 76 American cities, the FBI said Monday. The victims, almost all girls, range in age from 13 to 17. The largest numbers … More FBI Raids Rescue 105 Kids Forced Into Prostitution

WICHITA: 3 Charged With Sex Trafficking At Massage Parlors

July 27, 2013

Originally posted by Stephanie Schultz on July 24, 2013— “Federal prosecutors have charged three people in a wide-ranging sex trafficking conspiracy operating at nine Asian massage parlors in Wichita. A criminal complaint filed Wednesday in federal court charges owner Gary H. Kidgell; his wife, Yan Zhang; and employee XiuQing Tian, all of Wichita, with conspiracy … More WICHITA: 3 Charged With Sex Trafficking At Massage Parlors

You’re Invited to the Art Auction and Benefit for Rescue:Freedom

July 27, 2013

What:  Art Auction and Benefit for Rescue:Freedom Where:  The Hub in Pioneer Square at 220 2nd Ave. S. Date: Sunday, August 18th Time:  4 – 7 PM Cost:  Free All of the funds will go toward survivor recovery services and the event will feature high quality crafts made by survivors from India.  For more information, please visit: … More You’re Invited to the Art Auction and Benefit for Rescue:Freedom

‘Rape for Profit’ Documentary Available August 6th on iTunes

July 24, 2013

A note from Karen Olcott, Partnerships for Global Impact: “Dear friends, Rape for Profit <http://www.rapeforprofitfilm.com/&gt;  is a stark and powerful documentary shot in Seattle, and reveals the growing awareness of sex trafficking in American cities. The theatrical-released film takes viewers undercover with local law enforcement in downtown alleyways and suburban neighborhoods, to show that girls … More ‘Rape for Profit’ Documentary Available August 6th on iTunes

Real Talk About the SE Asian Sex Trade, from Jamie Wright—Wife, Mother & Missionary

July 24, 2013

By Jamie Wright on July 22, 2013— “I spent the first two weeks of July in South East Asia, getting a first hand look at the sex trade, slavery, and human trafficking that plagues that part of the world. After I got back, I had coffee with a friend who said, “Dump it all out.” … More Real Talk About the SE Asian Sex Trade, from Jamie Wright—Wife, Mother & Missionary

Philadelphia Man Charged with Sex Trafficking a Minor

July 21, 2013

U.S. Attorney’s Office July 18, 2013 Eastern District of Pennsylvania (215) 861-8200 PHILADELPHIA— “An indictment was unsealed today charging Rahim McIntyre, 36, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with three counts of sex trafficking of a minor and by force, announced United States Attorney Zane David Memeger. McIntyre was arrested today. According to the indictment, McIntyre, a/k/a “King … More Philadelphia Man Charged with Sex Trafficking a Minor

New Jersey: Mexicans Forced into Prostitution, Six Charged

July 21, 2013

TRENTON, New Jersey on July 18, 2013— “Six members of a human trafficking ring that moved Mexican women into the United States illegally and made them work as prostitutes, often after promising them jobs as housecleaners or baby sitters, have been arrested, state authorities said Thursday. Jose Romero-Flores, identified as the ringleader, operated three brothels … More New Jersey: Mexicans Forced into Prostitution, Six Charged

SEATTLE: UW Students Using Feminine Napkins to Fight Human Trafficking

July 17, 2013

By Elisa Jaffe on July 15, 2013— “Washington is a hot spot for human trafficking, and some University of Washington graduate students have developed an unusual way to help victims of what they call “modern day slavery.” Human trafficking is a crime that’s plagued 18 counties in Washington, and the challenge authorities face is finding … More SEATTLE: UW Students Using Feminine Napkins to Fight Human Trafficking

Derby Human Trafficking Raids: Eleven ‘Victims’ Rescued

July 16, 2013

From BBC News on July 16, 2013— “Eleven men who were thought to be victims of human trafficking have been rescued, Derbyshire Police said. Raids were carried out on properties in Derby’s Sunnyhill Avenue, Balfour Road and Cameron Road on Monday. Three women aged 22, 37 and 41 and two men aged 35 and 40, … More Derby Human Trafficking Raids: Eleven ‘Victims’ Rescued