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

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

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

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 Benefit Concert: Where Has Love Gone?

Benefit Concert & Silent Auction Organized by Destiny House Restoration Center This Seattle-area Benefit Concert will feature music acts by Born To Be Wild (formerly Magic Carpet Ride and Steppenwolf) and Lisa Mitts. The benefit will help Destiny House Restoration Center and their mission. September 21, 2013 | 7 pm but doors open at 6 … More Seattle Benefit Concert: Where Has Love Gone?

SEATTLE: UW Students Using Feminine Napkins to Fight Human Trafficking

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

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

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

“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

Saudi Princess in Trafficking Case Posts $5M Bail

On July 11, 2013— “A Saudi princess charged with human trafficking has posted $5 million bail a day after her California arrest. Prosecutors say 42-year-old Meshael Alayban posted bail Thursday after appearing in court to face the felony charge, and was being released from Orange County jail. District Attorney Tony Rackauckas (ruh-KOW-kuhs) had asked the … More Saudi Princess in Trafficking Case Posts $5M Bail