Barbara Amaya is a figure of resilience, advocacy, and hope. Her journey from a victim of human trafficking to a leading advocate for survivors is not just a tale of personal triumph but also a beacon of light for countless individuals who have suffered in silence. Her tireless efforts raises awareness about human trafficking, and her contributions empowers survivors. Born […]
By Samia Ahmed Rebecca Bender Escaping six years of trafficking in 2007, Rebecca Bender established the Rebecca Bender Initiative to provide training for law enforcement as well as for other survivors. In addition, she was appointed to the U.S. National Advisory Council and regularly testifies as an expert witness in court. Rebecca has overcome all challenges and has left an […]
World Cybersecurity Month, celebrated annually in October, plays a pivotal role in not only protecting individuals and organizations from digital threats but also in the fight against a lesser-known but deeply troubling global issue – human trafficking. In an era where technology intersects with nearly every aspect of our lives, the significance of cybersecurity extends to protecting vulnerable individuals who […]
By Kat Lukin M. Poole, Human Trafficking Institute, Beyond Hospitality: Hotel Liability for Trafficking, https://traffickinginstitute.org/beyond-hospitality-hotel-liability-for-trafficking/ What is the first thing you think of when you hear the word ‘hospitality?’ Perhaps something along the lines of vacation, getaway, or even bed and breakfast… Well, Steven Babin from Babin Law in Ohio sees it as an opportunity for traffickers. Babin has been […]
By Kat Lukin This past summer, from July 20th – August 10th, 2023, Future Unchained partnered with Innocence in Danger for an all-intensive virtual workshop. Future Unchained, an anti-human trafficking awareness group led by youth based in Toronto, and Innocence in Danger, a global NGO founded by Homayra Sellier in 1999 focused on protecting minors from all forms of abuse, […]
Feel free to find your certificates here: Please email us if you have any questions! Amazing job to Ada Wang and Phoebe Bo for hosting this workshop. Special thanks to Mme. Homayra Sellier for sharing her knowledge and experiences on child abuse and human trafficking. Thank you to Aimee Huang, Ali Gevrek, Bill Huang, Jessica Chu Chiang, Kat Lukin, Stella […]
Sound of Freedom is a movie based on the true story of Tim Ballard, founder and former CEO of Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.). Though produced in 2018, the film was not released until July 4th, 2023 because no major studio was interested in involving with such a movie. Tim Ballard at the Sound of Freedom Premiere Angel Studios’ #2MillionFor2Million campaign […]
“Blind Mountain,” directed by Li Yang, is a harrowing portrayal of human trafficking in rural China. The film, released in 2007, follows the story of a young woman named Bai Xuemei, who becomes a victim of human trafficking while searching for work in the countryside. While “Blind Mountain” is commendable for shedding light on the issue of human trafficking, it […]
A student representative from Institute Le Rosey had an opportunity to represent Future Unchained Europe and interviewed the founder of Innocence in Danger Homayra Sellier on June 5th. Homayra shared her experiences in this field as well as some challenges she has overcome. Homayra Sellier is an esteemed advocate and expert in child protection. With over 20 years of experience […]
By Kat Lukin Fight the New Drug (FTND) is a federally approved non-profit dating back to 2009 in Utah. Founded by college students, FTND creates a non-religious and non-legislative environment to share and acknowledge the harmful effects of the porn industry through research-based and education-focused strategies. They break down the harmful effects of pornography into three tiers, but our focus […]