The women exposing Spain’s secret brothels
By Ellie Finkelstein, Freedom United
| December 22nd, 2024 News Digest |
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| Human trafficking The hidden lives of trafficked women in Spain’s secret brothels Survivors like Victoria and the tireless women-led police unit reveal the dark truth hidden beneath Spain’s image as a tourist haven: a hub for human trafficking, where women from Latin America and Africa are lured with false promises, trapped in cycles of debt, and forced into brutal sex work under horrific conditions. |
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| Prison slavery How we continue the fight against prison slavery Recent victories in states like Nevada and Tennessee, where voters approved amendments to remove exceptions for slavery and involuntary servitude, have shown the potential for bipartisan support. Yet, a surprising defeat in progressive California has sparked nationwide discussions on how best to draft future measures. Read more… |
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| Forced labor Are Uyghur forced labor products hiding in your home? New research reveals that the Chinese government is seizing Uyghur farmland and forcing displaced farmers into exploitative labor. Agricultural products from the region tainted with Uyghur forced labor, including tomatoes, peppers, and stevia, are now making their way into everyday home items worldwide. Read more… |
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