Author: MadGiven

CANADA: Human Trafficking in Toronto Appears on City’s Agenda

February 8, 2013

Toronto, Canada, by David Rider for thestar.com—January 29, 2013— “The City of Toronto is considering joining the war on human trafficking, but it probably won’t stop advertising in publications with escort ads. In a report before Mayor Rob Ford’s executive committee next week, city staff note that Toronto is the Canadian hot spot for the … More CANADA: Human Trafficking in Toronto Appears on City’s Agenda

Join Us For YouthCare’s 28th Annual Luncheon

February 8, 2013

YouthCare’s 28th Annual Luncheon Most lunches we serve hot. Here’s one we won’t. We’ll be brown-bagging it again at this year’s luncheon.  Of course, the savings go straight to programs, but there’s more to it than that.  It’s how YouthCare started – with a handful of people getting down to business, helping this community change … More Join Us For YouthCare’s 28th Annual Luncheon

New Study Out: Sexual Victimization and Family Violence Among Urban African American Adolescent Women

February 7, 2013

Sexual victimization and family violence among urban African American adolescent women: do violence cluster profiles predict partner violence victimization and sex trade exposure? Citation: Kennedy AC, Bybee D, Kulkarni SJ, Archer G. Violence Against Women 2012; 18(11): 1319-1338. Affiliation: School of Social Work, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, USA. Copyright: (Copyright © 2012, Sage … More New Study Out: Sexual Victimization and Family Violence Among Urban African American Adolescent Women

Experience Human Trafficking Through MTV’s Digital ‘Backstory’

February 2, 2013

“MTV‘s college station, mtvU, launched a digital experience Wednesday, created to teach students about the harsh realities of human trafficking. “The Backstory,” the video experience, is the latest component of mtvU’s Against Our Will campaign, which unites students in the growing movement to end modern-day slavery. The interactive site was inspired by four James Madison … More Experience Human Trafficking Through MTV’s Digital ‘Backstory’

European Police Arrest 103 in Suspected Human Trafficking Ring

February 2, 2013

For CNN by Ed Payne on January 31, 2013— “Officials are calling it one of the largest operations against human traffickers in Europe. Police in Europe arrested 103 people in 10 countries this week, all accused of smuggling in people on boats, freight trains and small hidden compartments in the floors of buses and trucks. … More European Police Arrest 103 in Suspected Human Trafficking Ring

Mayor McGinn and King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn Announce Anti-Trafficking Campaign

February 1, 2013

“Mayor McGinn and King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn unveiled a campaign to raise awareness of human trafficking taking place in our community. They were joined by representatives from Clear Channel Outdoor, who donated $94,000 in advertising space, and Clear Channel Entertainment+Media, who donated $88,000 of air time for anti-trafficking public service announcements. “Hundreds of people, … More Mayor McGinn and King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn Announce Anti-Trafficking Campaign

Seattle’s New Framework to Combat Youth Sex Trafficking

January 26, 2013

A note from Seattle Against Slavery: “Beginning more than two years ago, the City of Seattle’s Human Services Department began a project to develop a strategic framework to respond to the issue of Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Youth (CSEY), also known as Youth Sex Trafficking. After conducting significant engagement with local anti-trafficking organizations such as … More Seattle’s New Framework to Combat Youth Sex Trafficking

USA: Join Freedom Summit 2013, January 25th and 26th, at Harbor Light Church in Fremont, CA

January 22, 2013

Freedom Summit 2013, January 25th and 26th at Harbor Light Church in Fremont. Join the change-makers of the Bay Area in the fight against human trafficking as we gather to highlight stories of local victims and heroes in our midst. Be mobilized to join the growing community making a difference in the Bay Area and … More USA: Join Freedom Summit 2013, January 25th and 26th, at Harbor Light Church in Fremont, CA

USA: Join Global Campaign – ONE BILLION RISING – To Stop Violence Against Women And Girls

January 21, 2013

Women’s Network for a Sustainable Future (WNSF), Businesses Ending Slavery and Trafficking (BEST), and Bainbridge Graduate Institute (BGI) Present: RISE UP SEATTLE Chocolate & Champagne February 14th, 5:30-7:30+ The Center for Impact and Innovation Information and tickets here. $15/person or $25/2 people (All are Welcome) Join Global Campaign – ONE BILLION RISING  – To Stop Violence Against … More USA: Join Global Campaign – ONE BILLION RISING – To Stop Violence Against Women And Girls

USA: Frederick Douglass Family Foundation Celebrates with Students in D.C.

January 18, 2013

“Ingrid Angulo and Rondell Freeman from Prologue Early College High School in Chicago, IL won our “What is Freedom“ video challenge and, in turn, earned a trip to Washington D.C.!  Here’s how it all unfolded. The group arrived on Thursday at the Renaissance Arlington Capitol View. We were thankful to have Summer Alexander and Walter … More USA: Frederick Douglass Family Foundation Celebrates with Students in D.C.