Presidents Address



"It ought to concern every person, because it is a debasement of our common humanity. It ought to concern every community, because it tears at our social fabric. It ought to concern every business, because it distorts markets. It ought to concern every nation, because it endangers public health and fuels violence and organized crime. I’m talking about the injustice, the outrage, of human trafficking, which must be called by its true name — modern slavery.” PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA



Saturday 5 April 2014

What we can do to stop sex trafficking


In our previous blog we warned against being overwhelmed by the enormity of sex trafficking and enslavery, and to be careful not to inadvertently victimise the victim through media sensationalising or sexualising the issue. As individuals it can leave you feeling somewhat hopeless, and that little can be done. But that is not the case. Increasing awareness and education of the factors driving sex trafficking and enslavement, and learning what can be done in order to stop the industry starts with you and me.

Here is a TED Talk by Sunitha Krishnan. A rape survivor and advocate against sex trafficking. As someone who has undergone this experience and deals with the victims of enslavement everyday, her message is truly invaluable.




By Hamish Prosser


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