Human Trafficking Awareness Day is January 11: Congresswoman Linda Smith Examines Conditions of Child Sex Trafficking in
ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 8 /Christian Newswire/ -- This Friday marks the first annual Human Trafficking Awareness day in the
Shared Hope International (SHI) - a leader in the worldwide effort to eliminate sexual slavery - and founder Congresswoman (1994-1999) Linda Smith has launched assessments in 10
Not Just a Foreign Problem
Most people imagine "human trafficking" occurs in far away countries with troubled and impoverished governments. In the
Finding a Solution
- Victim identification - DMST victims are often called "child prostitutes" or juvenile delinquents and treated like criminals when they should be properly identified and should receive protection and specialized services.
- Strong legislation - laws that criminalize traffickers and buyers while protecting victims should result in convictions with appropriate sentences
- Protection - DMST victims require secured safe homes and specialized services that rescue and restore the children while removing them from the control of the trafficker/pimp.
About Shared Hope International
Shared Hope International (SHI) rescues and restores women and children in crisis. For almost a decade, SHI has worked diligently around the world in partnership with local groups to prevent trafficking and to rescue and restore the victims of sexual slavery.
Interviews
Reporters who wish to schedule an interview should contact Karrie Delaney at 703-351-8062.
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