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In recognition of today’s #InternationalDayfortheAbolitionofSlavery, I applaud the work of anti-trafficking organizations around the world that are committed to deepening and expanding international efforts to end modern slavery. Modern slavery is a crime of economic opportunity that impacts millions of people and intersects with global trends like migration, organized crime, and global business operations. According to the International Labour Organization, more than 40 million people worldwide are victims of different forms of modern slavery. In addition, more than 150 million children are subject to child labor – a figure that represents almost one in every ten children around the world. To end this crime, we must work across sectors and boundaries to take on entire systems perpetuating modern slavery. We are all called upon to use this day as an opportunity to learn about modern slavery. This is a problem that can be solved, but in order to solve it; we must know about the problem and care that our fellow humans are being denied their #humanrights. #DayfortheAbolitionofSlavery #HumanityForAll United Nations African Union European Union Ursula von der Leyen António Guterres

The United Nations declares March 25, International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade, to be remembered annually. Remembrance offers the opportunity to honor and remember those who suffered and died at the hands of the brutal slavery system - more than 15 million men, women, and children over 400 years. Click below to learn more about this important day. https://lnkd.in/d_rZ7jwF

Today, we remember the millions of lives affected by the transatlantic slave trade, one of the darkest chapters in human history. We honor the resilience and contributions of enslaved people and their descendants, who continue to face systemic racism and inequality. Let us raise awareness about the ongoing impacts of slavery and work towards a future where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Let us promote anti-racism and equality, and support efforts to combat modern-day slavery and human trafficking. We must learn from the past to build a better future. #InternationalDayForTheRemembranceOfTheSlaveTradeAndItsAbolition #EndRacism #EndSlavery

🕊 "Peace, democracy and the rule of law cannot be taken for granted. I believe that upholding them requires everyday advocacy and reflection." 💭 On today's #YouthDay, let's meet Anna Cherevko, a 31-year-old peace fighter and admirer of indigenous practices from Ukraine. At United Nations University-MERIT, she works on topics related to #SDG16 (#Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions). #MeetUNUYouth #UNUYouthMonth #YouthLead

📅 December 2 - International Day for the Abolition of Slavery Today reminds us of one of the darkest institutions in human history: slavery. While traditional slavery has been officially abolished, modern forms continue to affect millions of people worldwide. 🔍 Historical Background: Slavery has deep roots, with practices dating back to antiquity. From the 15th to the 19th century, the Atlantic slave trade led to the abduction and transportation of millions of Africans to other continents under inhumane conditions. The fights to abolish slavery intensified in the 18th and 19th centuries, with movements and individuals who struggled for freedom and human rights. Britain abolished the slave trade in 1807, followed by the United States with the 13th Amendment in 1865. 🌐 The Current Situation: Despite progress, slavery has not been entirely eradicated. According to the International Labour Organization, over 40 million people live today under conditions of modern slavery. These forms include: Human Trafficking: Exploitation for labor or sexual purposes. Forced Labor: Compulsory work under threat or coercion. Child Labor: Children deprived of education and their childhood. Forced Marriages: Marriages without the consent of those involved. 🤝 What We Can Do: Raise Awareness: Learn and share information about modern slavery. Support Organizations: Back groups that fight against slavery. Responsible Consumption: Choose products from companies that respect human rights. #kmdlawfirm #kmd #kmdteam #EndSlavery #HumanRights #AbolishSlavery #EndHumanTrafficking #StopModernSlavery

#TransitionalJustice #Conflict #Nepal #Maoist After years of the peace agreement, a political #consensus on a transitional justice bill has been reached. However, international #humanrights organizations have expressed their concerns. Here is my report: https://lnkd.in/gp9KP-CF

"Imagine a finger gently stroking the face of an injured person. The act appears compassionate, better than nothing and worth continuing. But pull back the camera to recognize the violent bigger picture and the finger stroking the face belongs to a body that, with the other hand, is strangling the person lying on the ground. Aid is not separate from the totality of the relationship between the global north and the global south that adheres to a violent system." "International aid is itself a reformist reform that increases the budget for and footprint of coloniality—at the expense of justice. What is needed in the international context is an abolitionist strategy. Abolitionist reforms in the international context refer to the incremental steps toward dismantling systemic injustice internationally and eliminating the suffering that is used as the justification for intervention by aid actors in the first place." Really appreciate this fresh perspective on international aid and development. Critiques have been around for decades and yet efforts to create real systemic change are either unsupported or co-opted by the big players in the industry.

Got a spare 5 minutes? Then I urge you to read this Big Issue article by Ravishaan S. Rahel Muthiah ✊🏽

National Alliance for the Advancement of Haitian Professionals (NAAHP) expresses its indignation over the recent false statements made by American political figures targeting the Haitian diaspora, particularly the growing Haitian community in Springfield, Ohio. These unfounded accusations perpetuate harmful stereotypes and fuel xenophobia. Worse, they appear to serve political agendas at the expense of a vibrant and resilient community. We are deeply concerned about the lasting impact of such defamation on the perception of the Haitian community. We stand firmly against these lies, reaffirming our solidarity with our Haitian brothers and sisters. Haitian immigrants, like all communities, enrich the social and economic fabric of the United States. We urge leaders and the public to reject these divisive narratives and instead embrace the values of unity, truth, and mutual respect, which are at the core of American democracy.

With Resolution 62/122, the United Nations General Assembly established the Outreach Programme on the transatlantic slave trade and slavery, and designated 25 March as the annual International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade. Modern slavery takes many forms and is known by many names: human trafficking, forced labor, forced or servile marriage, debt bondage, sexual exploitation, slavery-like practices, sale and exploitation of children, and more. In all its manifestations, it is the systematic removal of people's freedom of self-determination, and according to the most recent estimates, some 50 million people still live subjugated in conditions that can be traced back to modern forms of slavery. This is why political and diplomatic action against all forms of slavery is more important than ever.