"Human trafficking has become big business – generating billions of dollars each year through the entrapment and exploitation of millions," said U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder on May 3rd, at the National Conference on Human Trafficking. "Almost every country in the world is affected, either as a source or destination for victims." OATH Executive Director, Mark Elam was on hand for the conference in Washington DC with special invitation from the State Department and Bureau of Justice Affairs.
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According to the U.S. Department of Justice, human trafficking is the fastest-growing crime in the world, and is second in financial scope only to the sale of illegal drugs. It occurs in every state here in the U.S. and every country in the world. It is a global problem, and as such, it demands a global solution. The girl pictured to the right was purchased at the age of 10 and forced to work as a domestic servant up to 20 hours per day. She is seen here in the space they made for her to sleep in the garage. |
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Read the complete article about this victim at VOANews.com