December 31, 2015 Mariah Long Opinion
Mariah Long
Mariah was previously the Program Manager of End Slavery Now. She graduated from the University of Cincinnati's DAAP program with a degree in Digital Design.
Posts by Mariah Long
December 03, 2015 Mariah Long Opinion
How a Twitter Story Made You Aware of Sex Trafficking
Her storytelling perfectly captured how blurry and confusing the lines can get for people when it comes to sex trafficking.
October 29, 2015 Mariah Long Opinion
Slave Free Gift Planning
Nothing says "I love you" like a gift made with forced labor. Said no one ever.
October 22, 2015 Mariah Long Opinion
Visual Stereotypes for Human Trafficking
October 15, 2015 Mariah Long Opinion
Run / Walk / Bike / Climb for Freedom
Choose from a number of 5Ks, marathons, and sports activities raising awareness and funds to end human trafficking and modern slavery.
October 07, 2015 Mariah Long Story
Pimping v. Trafficking - Consequences for Victims
While talking about the inner workings of a trafficking case, she brought up that it is incredibly difficult to get a trafficking conviction; so, most prosecutors will avoid it. This challenge has major implications for the victims.
September 22, 2015 Mariah Long Opinion
Challenges of Running an Aftercare Shelter
She once threatened a trafficker trying to gain information about the women inside her shelter. Monica charged, "I know where I am going when I die; hell is going to eat you alive." Yes. That happened.
September 08, 2015 Mariah Long Photos
Social Media Raises $2 Million to End Bonded Labor
They bribe and intimidate the police. It is very dangerous to speak out against them. I’ve been attacked and threatened so many times that I no longer fear death.
September 01, 2015 Mariah Long Infographic
A Slave in Florida's Tomato Fields
July 06, 2015 Mariah Long Opinion
Products Made by Bonded Labor - with Alternative Options
This month, we're spotlighting goods made using bonded labor and offer fair trade alternatives.
June 29, 2015 Mariah Long Video
Brook Bello - Survivor to Champion
Hear about the conditions and processes that perpetuate cycles of exploitation.
June 15, 2015 Mariah Long Infographic
Forced Labor in Tomato Fields - Fair Food Program
Each day tomato farm workers in the U.S. are subject to many forms of labor abuse, including slavery.
May 15, 2015 Mariah Long Story
Questions and Signs to Identify Human Trafficking
Victims of slavery today can often be invisible unless you know what you are looking for and can ask the right questions. We want everyone to be prepared, share these signs and questions.
April 16, 2015 Mariah Long Video
Arjun's Rescue from Child Labor
March 18, 2015 Mariah Long Video
Human Trafficking and Immigration in Europe
March 02, 2015 Mariah Long Infographic
Forced Labor in the United States
The Urban Institute did a study on what forced labor looked like within the United States.
February 25, 2015 Mariah Long Opinion
How You Could Become Enslaved
Many individuals are vulnerable to becoming enslaved. Below are some of the different ways people become enslaved.
November 24, 2014 Mariah Long Opinion
A Slavery-Free Holiday Season
October 20, 2014 Mariah Long Opinion
11 Facts About Modern Day Slavery
September 22, 2014 Mariah Long Infographic
Basic Stages of Grooming for Sexual Exploitation
January 07, 2016 Mariah Long Infographic
How Someone Becomes a Trafficker
January 14, 2016 Mariah Long Opinion
Where's the Line When It Comes to Child Labor
The line can get blurry when it comes to determining which cases of child labor in fact, illegal.
January 22, 2016 Mariah Long Video
When She Chose Color
What is your favorite story of transformation?
January 28, 2016 Mariah Long Opinion
Pros and Cons of Suing Nestle
The case against Nestle for not disclosing that its pet food could have been made with seafood caught using forced labor has been dismissed.
February 04, 2016 Mariah Long Opinion
Slave Free Valentine's Day
February 11, 2016 Mariah Long Infographic
Abuses Endured by Domestic Servants
February 18, 2016 Mariah Long Opinion
Is Underage Marriage Forced Marriage?
February 25, 2016 Mariah Long Video
Stories of Trafficking
March 10, 2016 Mariah Long Opinion
How Forced Marriage Leads to Slavery
April 14, 2016 Mariah Long Opinion
Reasons for Forced Marriage
April 28, 2016 Mariah Long Opinion
Survivor Empowerment Ideas
June 02, 2016 Mariah Long Opinion
Why You Can’t Take a Picture of Human Trafficking
The reason you can’t take a picture of slavery today is because it is dependent on the narrative. If you don’t know why someone is working, you will not be able to know if they’re enslaved or not.
June 09, 2016 Mariah Long Opinion
Basics About Trafficking and End Slavery Now - FAQ
Why is human trafficking happening? And more frequently asked questions.
June 16, 2016 Mariah Long Opinion
Let's Talk About Sex Trafficking Documentaries
One of the most common requests and updates I get are for documentaries to raise awareness about sex trafficking. I know these documentaries are being made for the right reasons but I also feel that people do not know how many of these documentaries already exist.
June 30, 2016 Mariah Long Opinion
Why Do They Get Away With It
When she looked at the three of us and asked “but how can they get away with it?” I felt so much guilt rush over me.
July 30, 2016 Mariah Long Opinion
10 Things You Should Know About Modern Slavery
Today is the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. This is what you need to know.
July 14, 2016 Mariah Long Opinion
Best Labor Trafficking Documentaries
Last month we looked at some great documentaries on sex trafficking. This week we are looking at some films that are highlighting labor trafficking.
