If you are in so cal you can attend the Freedom Day program. End the trafficking of persons and modern slavery through awareness and advocacy! You can use your voice because they can not use theirs. Abolition now!!
CONTACT: Greg RussingerFreedom Day Coordinator
(805) 701-0079
Modern-Day Abolitionists Unite to End Slavery
Freedom Day Promotes Awareness of Human Trafficking
WHO: A Coalition of NGOs, Faith Communities, Universities, Artists and Individuals
WHAT: On the 200th anniversary of Britain’s abolition of slavery by Parliament,
non-government organizations, government agencies, faith-based
organizations, artistic organizations, students and community members are joining together to raise awareness, network, and mobilize against modern-day slavery and human trafficking. Freedom Day will feature a series of films, music, art, and learning forums as people come together in support of this modern abolitionist movement.
WHEN: Sunday, March 25, 2007
2:00-7:00 P.M. PST
WHERE: Vanguard University (courtyard outside of Heath Hall)
55 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
BACKGROUND:
While many believe that slavery ended in the 1800’s, the sad truth is that slavery still exists in disturbing numbers throughout the world. Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery – and it is the fastest growing criminal industry in the world.
According to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) approximately 600,000 to 800,000 victims are trafficked across international borders worldwide each year. An alarming 14,500 to 17,500 of those victims are being trafficked annually into the United States. Victims of trafficking are men, women and children that are subjected to force, fraud, or coercion, for the purpose of commercial sex or forced labor.
For more information about Freedom Day and to pre-register for this free event, please visit www.onevoicetoendslavery.com
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