May
28
2010
An Update on 2 Russian Girls Rescued
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Here’s an update from a Newseek interview on the story about 2 Russian girls who were rescued from a potential human trafficking situation by posters on a Metafilter message board.
May
26
2010
Now Your Shoes Can Make a Difference!
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What is a fashionista without a closet full of shoes? Well, now you can use your shoes to make a difference in the fight against human trafficking. A new organization, Shoe Revolt, will be selling new and gently used (excellent condition) shoes and all profits will be donated to GEMS. That sounds like a great idea to me! Starting August 1st, you’ll be able to shop at their online store and the profits will go to GEMS. But you can start making a difference now, as well. Shoe Revolt needs donations! Donate a pair of new or gently used shoesRead more
May
25
2010
Opportunities to Get Involved
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I’ve come across several opportunities to get involved with some great organizations. First, you can join IJM as a Freedom Partner. That part is not new. However, the first 350 new partners will have their giving doubled. That’s a great way to make your money go further! If you have a little bit more time, consider going overseas with Not For Sale to learn more about their work around the world. This Summer Not For Sale & our friends at Global Exchange invite you to join us on one of four delegations to Asia, Africa, or Latin America. These educationalRead more
May
22
2010
Internet Comments Rescue 2 Russian Girls from Sex Trafficking
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You might not be into weblogging, but it’s a good thing some people are! Recently a group of MetaFilter users rescued 2 Russian girls from a sex trafficking ring. Prompted by fear for his/her friends, a poster started out by asking: My friend and former student K arrived in DC yesterday, along with a friend. She came over on some kind of travel exchange program put together by a Russian travel agency called ‘Aloha’. They paid about 3K for this program. The program promised a job offer in advance, but didn’t deliver. They said they would send one via email,Read more
May
20
2010
Small steps add up!
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As individuals we often feel overwhelmed by the task of fighting human trafficking (or any big task!). However, here at Stop Traffick Fashion we’re strong believers that one person can make a difference. “How?” you might ask. Well, this quote from Helen Keller sums it up well. “I long to accomplish great and noble tasks, but it is my chief duty to accomplish humble tasks as though they were great and noble. The world is moved along, not only by the mighty shoves of its heroes, but also by the aggregate of the tiny pushes of each honest worker.” (emphasisRead more
May
19
2010
Fighting spreads in Thailand
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As you may have seen in the news, the fighting in Bangkok has worsened and spread to many other parts of Thailand. Below is a letter from the leader of Nightlight in Bangkok with an update on their safety and prayer requests. Nightlight is where the majority of the jewelry on Stop Traffick Fashion comes from. NightLight May 19th, 2010 Dear Emily, I woke up this morning to the sound of helicopters and explosions. I’ve been wanting to write an update on the situation in Bangkok for days. The situation changes so fast that what I write is quickly outdated.Read more
May
13
2010
Recent Headlines on Trafficking in the US
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Several recent headlines have brought more light to the plight of trafficking victims in the US. A recent story on Channel 9 News in Cincinnati highlighted the Trafficking in Persons Study showing that human trafficking is a major problem in Ohio. You can read more there about how Ohioans are fighting in the Senate to get better laws in place for Ohio. Another TV interview profiled on Change.org tells the story of a survivor from Oklahoma. We’ve said it before but trafficking happens everywhere – including the US! That’s one reason why we’re excited about The Project at Ohio State. Read more
May
12
2010
World Vision Launches a New Microfinance Program
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As we’ve mentioned before, microfinance is a great way to help prevent human trafficking. By providing economic empowerment to entrepreneurs poverty and desperation can be alleviated and this drastically reduces the risk of trafficking. If you like the sound of that then check out World Vision’s new program – Micro. Your donation helps transform entire communities. When the first loan is repaid, the money is re-loaned to another entrepreneur in the same community – transforming many lives as the fund moves from one small business to the next. Watch their video here.
May
11
2010
Child Traffickers Sentenced in Kolkata
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Breaking News Update Location: Kolkata, India Date: Monday, May 3, 2010 Result: Three perpetrators sentenced for trafficking young girls Dear Emily, This Monday, after years of IJM Kolkata’s relentless advocacy, two men and one woman were sentenced to 10 years in prison for trafficking young girls for sex, following their convictions for the crime on Friday, April 30. The perpetrators were arrested in 2007 after attempting to sell three girls, ages 12, 14 and 16, to IJM undercover investigators. Convictions and sentences for sex trafficking have been rare in Kolkata — but because of the commitment of IJM supporters andRead more
May
10
2010
Chocolate: The Bitter Truth – Parts 5 & 6
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