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August 2010

In India, Former Slaves Explore Freedom - On Bicycles

Thu, 08/26/2010

BANGALORE, INDIA – What does a bicycle mean? This symbol of sport and leisure for many signifies something quite different in IJM’s anti-slavery casework in India. To a recently-rescued victim of forced labor slavery, a bicycle can be a pivotal tool in the emancipation process, as it expands life choices, broadens horizons and makes the long road to freedom easier to travel.

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IJM Cebu Secures First Anti-Trafficking Conviction

Mon, 08/23/2010

CEBU, THE PHILIPPINES – On Tuesday, August 10, IJM Cebu received its first anti-trafficking conviction – only the fourth such conviction ever to be handed down in the entire region. The case began in May 2008 when IJM assisted the Cebu City Police Office conduct a sting operation, which led to the arrest of a pimp who had been trafficking minors for sex. The operation also resulted in the rescue of 17-year-old Charlyn* and an adult trafficking victim.

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