by Romcy Madronio | Mar 21, 2022 | FTS Updates, Philippines
There is power in the collaboration and action of dedicated leaders to address societal issues. This was clearly achieved when more than 200 leaders from the Philippines gathered together in the Panagtapok 2022 (which translates to ‘a gathering’ in...
by Staff | Jan 31, 2017 | Advocacy, Senegal, Take Action, Thought Leadership
Trafficking Prevention Month ends today, but we would like to ask Free the Slaves supporters to remain vigilant throughout the year. With fast-moving changes at the White House and Capitol, this is a critical time for letting government officials know that fighting...
by Terry FitzPatrick | May 20, 2015 | Advocacy, Slavery in the News, Slavery-Free Commerce
The U.S. Senate is poised to vote this week on a fast-track trade deal among 12 Asia-Pacific countries.However, one of those countries–Malaysia–has been identified by the U.S. State Dept. as a persistent slavery hot spot, and anti-trafficking organizations are urging...
by Terry FitzPatrick | May 20, 2015 | Advocacy, Slavery in the News
Congress has approved tougher penalties for traffickers and increased funding for slavery survivors.The Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act deadlocked the Senate for weeks earlier this year, and even delayed Attorney General Loretta Lynch’s confirmation...
by Free the Slaves | Apr 6, 2015 | Advocacy, Slavery-Free Commerce
Are you up-to-date on emerging trends in corporate transparency and accountability? You can be sure you are by attending a free luncheon conference in New York next week that examines the quickly-evolving field of slavery and the law. Regulations that require...
