What is Human Trafficking?
Human trafficking is the illegal trade of people for labor or sexual purposes using force, fraud, and/or coercion. Trafficking affects both foreign nationals and citizens, occurs locally and internationally, and is closely linked to other forms of gender-based violence (GBV) such as domestic and sexual violence, both of which are used by traffickers to manipulate and control victims. Addressing human trafficking requires tackling GBV as a root cause. Womankind’s Project Free works with survivors to provide safety, access to services, and a pathway to self-sufficiency, using a human rights-based approach that centers their diverse experiences. Read this post to learn more about what human trafficking entails.
What is
Human Trafficking?
Human trafficking is the illegal trade of people for labor or sexual purposes using force, fraud, and/or coercion. Trafficking affects both foreign nationals and citizens, occurs locally and internationally, and is closely linked to other forms of gender-based violence (GBV) such as domestic and sexual violence, both of which are used by traffickers to manipulate and control victims. Addressing human trafficking requires tackling GBV as a root cause. Womankind’s Project Free works with survivors to provide safety, access to services, and a pathway to self-sufficiency, using a human rights-based approach that centers their diverse experiences. Read this post to learn more about what human trafficking entails.
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Signs of Human Trafficking
Signs of Human Trafficking
Mary Caparas
Manager, Project Free
“The very label of ‘human trafficking’ itself prevents some people from seeking help. They are unclear about what trafficking means, or they don't want to be labeled as a survivor. One of the best things I've seen advocates do is provide individualized support to survivors, who make their own choices and begin the path to healing. We’ve seen many of them do amazing things.”
Mary Caparas
Manager, Project Free
“The very label of ‘human trafficking’ itself prevents some people from seeking help. They are unclear about what trafficking means, or they don't want to be labeled as a survivor. One of the best things I've seen advocates do is provide individualized support to survivors, who make their own choices and begin the path to healing. We’ve seen many of them do amazing things.”
You are not alone. Womankind is here to help.
We specialize in serving Asian survivors of gender-based violence, but what we offer is valuable to all. Our team of compassionate advocates are highly trained to help survivors build a path to healing. When you are ready, please contact our helpline or visit a community office in Brooklyn or Queens.
You are not alone. Womankind is here to help.
We specialize in serving Asian survivors of gender-based violence, but what we offer is valuable to all. Our team of compassionate advocates are highly trained to help survivors build a path to healing. When you are ready, please contact our helpline or visit a community office in Brooklyn or Queens.
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