by Free the Slaves | Dec 10, 2019 | Become an Abolitionist, Haiti, I Am the Change, Thought Leadership
There are few places on earth where it’s harder to stand up for human rights than Haiti. On this year’s Human Rights Day, we’d like to share an update about our courageous front-line activists there, who continue to fight child slavery even in times of national...
by Free the Slaves | Dec 5, 2019 | Become an Abolitionist, Ghana, I Am the Change, Take Action
Every child has the right to grow up in a safe environment that provides opportunities for a decent future. It’s a fundamental value, self-determination. Unfortunately, thousands of children in Ghana are denied this basic principle of fairness. Instead, they are...
by Bukeni Waruzi | Dec 3, 2019 | Become an Abolitionist, I Am the Change, Take Action
Today is the most important day of the year for social justice. Millions of people will contribute to organizations that make the world a better place. I’d like to take a quick moment to explain what you can accomplish by donating to Free the Slaves on #GivingTuesday:...
by Staff | Nov 29, 2019 | I Am the Change, Slavery-Free Commerce
There’s a lot of discussion about the social and economic impact of Black Friday and the holiday shopping rush. Last year, Americans spent over $1 trillion buying holiday gifts. But what if even a fraction of that holiday spending could also reduce poverty,...
by Bukeni Waruzi | Nov 26, 2019 | Become an Abolitionist, Congo, FTS Updates
As the new executive director at Free the Slaves, I’d like to take a moment to reflect on the values that motivate me in the historic struggle to end slavery forever. They are values that drive all efforts to foster social justice. I am certain they are things that...