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News and Updates

Barbados Dismisses Human Trafficking Allegations
Barbados is the latest Caribbean country to defend itself against allegations that it isn't doing enough to prevent human trafficking.

End to Human Trafficking Is UAE’s Top Priority
The UAE shares the core universal values that make the elimination of human trafficking a top priority, said Dr.

A Report by Save the Children Reveals Millions of Children Live as Child Slaves
On the 200th anniversary of the Slave Trade Act, a new report by Save the Children reveals millions of children are still living as child slaves.

Human Trafficking Police Manual for UN Developed in Canada
A UN training manual to help police around the world combat the scourge of human trafficking is being developed with the assistance of the RCMP.

Mail Order Brides Face Exploitation in Canada
Nika thought her future was bright when she came to Canada from the Philippines as a bride to the owner of a booming taxi business.

UN Calls for Better Protection for Women Migrants
Governments worldwide must do more to protect a growing number of women from exploitation when they venture overseas to work and earn money for their families.

International Chiefs of Police Recognize Police Departments for their Anti-Trafficking Work
The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) based in Virginia, USA has announced its 2006 Webber Seavey Award Finalists and Semi-Finalists.

Minister Solberg Keeps Promise to Victims of Human Trafficking
On 11 May 2006, Canadian Minister of Citizenship and Immigration Monte Solberg delivered on a commitment to victims of human trafficking, in the wake of a study by The Future Group several weeks ago which singled out Canada for failing to meet its international obligations to protect victims.

IDB Launches Regional Campaign against Human Trafficking with Ricky Martin Foundation and IOM
On 10 May 2006, the Inter-American Development Bank announced that it was launching a regional campaign against human trafficking called Llama y Vive ("Call and Live") to raise public awareness of the problem and promote hotlines for prevention and victim protection.