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TIP report 2009 released
Link: Trafficking in Persons Report 2009

"The ninth annual Trafficking in Persons Report sheds light on the faces of modern-day slavery and on new facets of this global problem. The human trafficking phenomenon affects virtually every country, including the United States..."

- Secretary Clinton, June 16, 2009


Secretary Clinton's thoughts
on Human Trafficking
Article: "Partnering Against Trafficking"

"... To some, human trafficking may seem like a problem limited to other parts of the world. In fact, it occurs in every country, including the United States, and we have a responsibility to fight it just as others do. The destructive effects of trafficking have an impact on all of us... and it is an affront to our values and our commitment to human rights..."


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Think you don't have a say in this issue because you're not a social worker, a special agent or a state legislator? Think again. Here are a handful of tangible and impactful ways you can make a difference. From spreading the word via film screenings and dialoguing with friends, to being a conscientious consumer, you can take ownership in combatting human trafficking.

 

 
 

 


Rent one of the movies under the media page, and host a screening party at your house

Set up a Google News alert for HT in your city so you know what's going on locally and how it impacts your community

Flag underage sex posts on Craigslist's erotic services

Get your business or school on-board with Free To Work

Buy Fair Trade products, and demand the Slave Free brand at Chain Store Reaction

Volunteer with a local anti-trafficking organization; click here for local organizations that could use your help

Keep your eyes open, and don't dismiss suspicious circumstances - if you suspect slavery or exploitation, call the National Trafficking Hotline at 888-373-7888 or The Salvation Army Local Chicago 24 Hour Hotline at 877-606-3158

   
 

If you would rather create your own course of action, don't hesitate to contact us - it would be our privilege to help you any way that we can.

 

 

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