Category: Grassroots Abolition Movement

Watch “Journey to Freedom” Documentary Bring to Life Today’s Freedom Fighters Against Human Trafficking

August 5, 2013

It ought to concern every person, because it’s a debasement of our common humanity. It ought to concern every community, because it tears at the social fabric. It ought to concern every business, because it distorts markets. It ought to concern every nation, because it endangers public health and fuels violence and organized crime. I’m … More Watch “Journey to Freedom” Documentary Bring to Life Today’s Freedom Fighters Against Human Trafficking

Support PIVOT—A Message of Help for Trafficking Victims Hidden in Generic Sanitary Pads

August 1, 2013

“Washington Anti-Trafficking Response Network has been working closely with the University of Washington’s Pivot Project since 2012 to develop discreet outreach materials to help potential victims of human trafficking get information on their rights and seek services. The new tools, in the form of feminine hygiene pads, were finalized earlier this year and production and distribution … More Support PIVOT—A Message of Help for Trafficking Victims Hidden in Generic Sanitary Pads

Watch Panel Discussion on Sex Trafficking

August 1, 2013

Great opportunity to watch this full panel discussion (5/3/13) on sex trafficking moderated by Human Rights Society’s very own, Jenna Labourr, in Seattle. Hear local anti-trafficking experts include Sen. Jeanne Kohl-Welles, Dept. of Justice prosecutor Ye-Ting Woo, service provider Leslie Briner MSW, survivor Noel Gomez talk about the chilling problem of human sex trafficking in the … More Watch Panel Discussion on Sex Trafficking

‘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

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

SEATTLE: Join the “Freedom Walk” to Fight Sex Trafficking

July 15, 2013

“Hundreds of people are expected to converge near Seattle on Saturday, July 20 to show support for local victims of sex trafficking. For the second year, The Genesis Project will host The Freedom Walk. The Freedom Walk is a fundraising event to raise money and awareness about the issue of Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking in … More SEATTLE: Join the “Freedom Walk” to Fight Sex Trafficking

BILLINGS: Photographer Helps Human Trafficking Victims

July 13, 2013

By Christin Corrado on July 11, 2013— Watch the video interview here. “A young Billings photographer returns from the other side of the world, with a new purpose in life. 23-year old Kristin Carroll spent about two weeks taking photographs of victims of human trafficking and desperate orphans. Carroll was inspired to help out victims … More BILLINGS: Photographer Helps Human Trafficking Victims

Hilton Worldwide and Vital Voices Global Partnership Launch Global Freedom Exchange, a Collaboration to End Child Trafficking

June 28, 2013

For BusinessWire on June 26, 2013— “Today, Hilton Worldwide and Vital Voices Global Partnership announced that they have joined forces to help end child trafficking. Together, they have launched the Global Freedom Exchange, an innovative, multi-faceted educational and mentoring program targeting emerging and established women leaders. Program participants are on the forefront of global efforts … More Hilton Worldwide and Vital Voices Global Partnership Launch Global Freedom Exchange, a Collaboration to End Child Trafficking

Seattle Against Slavery Presents: “Sex Trafficking & Seattle’s Hotel Industry”

June 13, 2013

Sex Trafficking & Seattle’s Hotel Industry SPEAKER: Mar Smith, PhD from BEST DATE & TIME: Wednesday, June 26th 7:00 – 8:30 pm LOCATION: Hillel UW 4745 17th Ave NE Seattle, WA 98105 Parking available in alley and lot alongside Hillel UW REGISTER HERE The business world can play a key role in ending human trafficking. … More Seattle Against Slavery Presents: “Sex Trafficking & Seattle’s Hotel Industry”