BOSTON: Plymouth Woman Indicted in Human Trafficking, Prostitution Ring

July 5, 2013

By Casey Meserve for PlymouthPatch.com on May 7, 2013— “A Dorchester man and a Plymouth woman have been indicted in connection with running a human trafficking and prostitution operation in the Greater Boston area, Attorney General Martha Coakley announced on May 7, 2013. [On May 2, 2013], a Suffolk County Grand Jury indicted Plymouth resident … More BOSTON: Plymouth Woman Indicted in Human Trafficking, Prostitution Ring

MEXICO: 46 Women Rescued After Sex Trafficking Bust

July 4, 2013

By CNN Staff on July 2, 2013— “Authorities in Mexico City say they’ve rescued 46 women in a human trafficking bust. The women rescued included 27 Mexicans and 19 foreigners, Mexico City prosecutors said in a statement. Forty people were detained after a raid at the Cadillac table-dance club in the country’s capital over the … More MEXICO: 46 Women Rescued After Sex Trafficking Bust

The Sex Slave Next Door: How Human Trafficking Happens Near You

July 4, 2013

By Jessie Balmert on June 30, 2013 for CentralOhio.com— “She has run away from home. She has been abused by her relatives. She has been performing poorly at school and is depressed. Every human trafficking victim has a different story of how they were sold into the sex trade or forced into domestic servitude, but … More The Sex Slave Next Door: How Human Trafficking Happens Near You

Happy 4th of July 2013

July 4, 2013

“If there be an object truly ridiculous in nature, it is an American patriot, signing resolutions of independency with the one hand, and with the other brandishing a whip over his affrighted slaves.” ~ Thomas Day, 1776, English Abolitionist Celebrate our country’s birthday, July 4th – Declaration of Independence! Hope for Justice wishes you, your … More Happy 4th of July 2013

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

Woman Who Testified Against Her Human Traffickers Risks Deportation

June 27, 2013

By Ray Weaver on June 26, 2013— Bødskov: If a compelling reason can be shown, a temporary stay can be granted (Photo: Scanpix) “When 20-year-old Omo Amenahakawon first came to Denmark, she said she thought she would be working as an au pair. The truth turned out to be far different. Amenahakawon was forced to … More Woman Who Testified Against Her Human Traffickers Risks Deportation

SAN FRANCISCO: Couple Arrested on Human Trafficking Charges

June 27, 2013

February 19, 2013 for KTVU & Wires— “A San Francisco couple is behind bars Tuesday night for allegedly forcing three women and a teenage girl into prostitution at a South San Francisco hotel, police said. South San Francisco police on Saturday arrested Sate Jones and Maria Jimenez, both 25, for human trafficking, pimping and pandering. … More SAN FRANCISCO: Couple Arrested on Human Trafficking Charges

New Jersey Plans Crackdown on Human Trafficking at 2014 Super Bowl

June 26, 2013

BY MICHAEL LINHORST, STATE HOUSE BUREAU on June 25, 2013— “New Jersey is preparing for what officials fear will be a spike in human trafficking when the Super Bowl comes to the Meadowlands next year. The 2014 Super Bowl, like other large events, creates new markets and opportunities for traffickers, said Assistant Attorney General Tracy … More New Jersey Plans Crackdown on Human Trafficking at 2014 Super Bowl

Supreme Court “Prostitution Pledge” Decision Opens Door to More Abortions, Funding for Pro-Prostitution, Pro-Abortion Groups

June 24, 2013

By Jonathan Imbody on June 21, 2013— “Esteemed colleagues who focus on religious liberty issues are uncharacteristically divided regarding the Supreme Court’s decision yesterday that struck down as unconstitutional a government requirement that recipients of grants to fight human trafficking and AIDS provide assurance that they oppose prostitution, which spreads AIDS and human trafficking. Some … More Supreme Court “Prostitution Pledge” Decision Opens Door to More Abortions, Funding for Pro-Prostitution, Pro-Abortion Groups

Maldives Facing Widespread Child Prostitution, Sexual Abuse

June 24, 2013

By Leah Malone on June 23, 201, for Minivan News— “Child prostitution in Laamu Atoll has become so “common” the underage victims of such crimes consider it “normal”, a private clinical psychologist has revealed to Minivan News. The practice, believed by multiple sources interviewed by Minivan News to be prevalent across the Maldives, ranges from … More Maldives Facing Widespread Child Prostitution, Sexual Abuse