Latest modern slavery fight updates - FreedomUnited.org
Donate

San Francisco Can Teach Us Something about Trafficking

  • Published on
    September 15, 2015
  • News Source Image
  • Category:
Hero Banner

Monday, September 14, 2015–The Mayor’s Task Force on Human Trafficking began in 2013, but found that limited data is a hindrance to fighting effectively.

The task force’s study and collected data provided a step toward estimating the scope of the problem in SF.  Accurate data is difficult to compile because of its clandestine nature, which means there are likely many more incidences than are reported. And sometimes victims are counted more than once if they’ve reported multiple  trafficking  incidences.

 

View Article on Human Rights First

Subscribe

Freedom United is interested in hearing from our community and welcomes relevant, informed comments, advice, and insights that advance the conversation around our campaigns and advocacy. We value inclusivity and respect within our community. To be approved, your comments should be civil.

stop icon A few things we do not tolerate: comments that promote discrimination, prejudice, racism, or xenophobia, as well as personal attacks or profanity. We screen submissions in order to create a space where the entire Freedom United community feels safe to express and exchange thoughtful opinions.

Notify of
guest
0 Comments
Most Voted
Newest Oldest
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments

This week

Moving on from the "victim" trope

Many anti-trafficking groups are still fighting modern slavery through rescue efforts. But what if this approach does more harm than good? As explored in a blog by openDemocracy, rescue organizations rely heavily on stories with sensationalist language and images of helpless victims for fundraising—a strategy that strips survivors of their agency and dignity. A growing number of activists and researchers say it’s time for change. They argue that

| Tuesday July 15, 2025

Read more