Modern Slavery - Human Trafficking

Beautiful Slave by Take No Glory

God has laid "modern day slavery" on my heart to make people more aware of what is happening worldwide as we speak. More specifically God has put the small innocent lives on my heart, the children whom are caught up in human trafficking. All though they are not the only ones being mistreated this is the area of conviction he has laid on my heart. Many men, women and children are being tricked into these awful situations and/or stolen straight off the street. This is not just a third world issue. Statistics show that human trafficking for sex and/or labor is happening right in your backyard. 

"Human trafficking affects every country around the world, regardless of socio-economic status, history, or political structure. Human traffickers have created an international market for the trade in human beings based on high profits and demand for commercial sex and cheap labor. Trafficking affects 161 countries worldwide.

An estimated 27 million men, women and children are trafficked for commercial sex or forced labor around the world today. Victims are trafficked both within and across international borders. Migrants as well as internally displaced persons are particularly vulnerable. 

There is a growing recognition of the links between labor trafficking, regulation of supply chains, and the power of the consumer to end widespread exploitation by choosing goods that aren't tainted by forced or child labor. The US Department of Labor has identified 122 goods produced with forced labor, child labor, or both, in 58 countries." 

- www.polarisproject.org

"Children, women and men are being brought here (worldwide) and forced to work as slave labour in the sex industry, domestic servitude, street crime and in the production of drugs. They are mentally and physically abused, deprived of their basic human rights and allowed little or no contact with the outside world." 

- www.stopthetraffik.org

"Much of the chocolate that finds its way into our shops and homes is made with cocoa from plantations that use trafficked children." - www.stopthetraffik.org

"Human trafficking is one of the fastest-growing and most lucrative crimes in the U.S. and in the world because, unlike ammunition or drugs, human beings can be exploited and sold repeatedly for profit. In the U.S., hundreds of thousands are victims of labor and commercial sexual abuse, including an estimated 250,000 children ages 10-17. According to the U.S. Department of State, 21 million people—mostly women and children—are trapped in modern-day slavery worldwide.

The United Nations reports that 80 percent of victims are exploited as commercial sex slaves, and many others are forced to perform labor in homes and sweatshops. Criminals earn an estimated $32 billion yearly." - www.state.gov

These statistics are absolutely mind blowing and this doesn't cover all the ones gone unnoted or unfound. The fact of the matter is, that "Human Trafficking" is a serious issue that is only getting worse. God NEVER intended for his children to be treated and abused in such a way. This is the work of satan!! We are all precious children of God and he calls us to help those in need. We cannot turn a blind eye to this situation and just assume it's going to go away or that someone else has a handle on it. WAKE UP! This is a global crisis affecting people throughout the whole world. Think about it, it could be your mother, father, brother, sister, son, daughter, your cousin, your friend or even someone in your community next! 

As recent as today I came across an amazing woman who was caught up in the "Sex Trafficking" trade many years ago. Nancy is an amazing survivor with a huge testimony to share. This woman is not afraid to share her heart wrenching story. She is one of God's miracles to us and everyone she comes in contact with. Nancy has a Facebook page called: Human Trafficking and Sexual Violence Awareness. Please visit this page and show your support not only to Nancy but to all the people she represents. Nancy also has a website called "Nancy Curra" Please click these links and show your support  against human trafficking. 

                                 

The more aware we all become, the more equipped we will be to help in some way. God wants us to help his children. He wants us to reach out our hand and be like Christ to those in need. Whether it's spreading the word, donating money to the many organisations that are available, running a fundraiser or simply speaking to your local church/government and trying to set up an "Anti Human Trafficking Community Group". Do whatever you can to make a difference. Remember, it only takes one person to get the ball rolling. Let that person be you!

May God open your eyes to what is going on around you! Recently a documentary was released called "Trade Of Innocents" which covers this exact topic. Please see the trailer below.

God Bless You All!

A Saint wanting Slavery to end!

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