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Learn About Prison Labor

In late August and early September of 2018, inmates in correctional facilities across the United States went on strike to demand improvements in their quality of life. Many have refused to work or eat in order to draw attention to poor prison conditi

How It's Made: Child Labor Tarnished Jewelry

Whether a trinket from a department store or a custom-made diamond encrusted piece, jewelry is an accessory constantly produced to meet the demands of fast fashion and luxury goods consumers alike. Behind the glitter and sparkle, however, are the for

Historians Against Slavery Conference Recap

Last week, Historians Against Slavery hosted “Using History to Make Slavery History” at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Over the course of three days, panelists and participants discussed topics ranging from activism to business sol

Forced Labor in the United States

The Urban Institute did a study on what forced labor looked like within the United States. This graphic shows a few of the many findings; you can read the entire report entitled Understanding the Organization, Operation, and Victimization Process of

The "Chocolate Slaves" of the Ivory Coast

A boy no older than 12 clambers up a tall cocoa tree, his arms and shoulders criss-crossed by scars from the machete he uses to cut down the seed pods. The tree is on a cocoa plantation outside of Yamoussoukro, the political capitol of Ivory Coast. T

FAQ: I’m a College Student. What Can I Do to Prepare Myself for a Career in Anti-trafficking?

As an undergraduate student in university, you have incredible access to people and resources. You can utilize classwork, networks and extra-curricular activities to 1) identify an area of anti-human trafficking you’d like to work in, 2) develop rele

Shamere McKenzie

Shamere McKenzie was a college student struggling to pay her tuition when she met her trafficker in 2005. He was a charismatic man who lured McKenzie into a relationship, promising to help and give her an opportunity to safely and quickly earn money

How Forced Marriage Leads to Slavery

We always say that the forms of slavery are not exclusive of one another. Many times, one form causes another, or multiple exist in the same situation. Below are some example fictional scenarios of where forced marriage plays into slavery. Sex Traffi

Educate Yourself about Organizations Fighting Forced Child Marriage

Articles 1 and 2 of the United Nations Convention on the Abolition of Slavery, the Slave Trade and Institutions and Practices Similar to Slavery akin forced marriage to slavery. Forced marriage is an institution or practice where individuals don’t ha

People are People, Regardless of Culture

Dreaming of a land far away—a land of adventure, development, and much unknown. A land known by many as home to many exotic animals, fruits, and surprises. A land with colors, dark sun-kissed faces and bright smiles. A land with beautiful songs and v