Our Mission

Stop Human Trafficking

Human trafficking is the 2nd largest criminal industry in the world, second only to the drug trade.
There are approximately 20 to 30 MILLION slaves in the world today.

 

“According to the U.S. State Department, 600,000 to 800,000 people are trafficked across International borders every year, 80% female and 50% are minors.”

  • At least 161 countries are affected by human trafficking.
  • In the United States, the average entry to prostitution is 12-14 years old.
  • 1 out of every 4 girls and 1 out of every 6 boys are sexually abused.
  • 7 is the average life expectancy after becoming a victim of sex trafficking.
  • Average cost of a slave is $90.
  • 1 out of every 4 girls and 1 out of every 6 boys are sexually abused.
  • 50% of trafficking victims are under the age of 16.
  • Minors victims are sold 10 to 15 times a day, six days a week. That means that each victim is “used” 9,360 to 14,040 times a year.
  • 54% of recruiters are strangers to the victim…46% of recruiters are known to the victim.

“There are approximately 20 to 30 MILLION slaves in the world today.”

  • At any given time more than 100,000 children are currently trafficked for sex in the U.S.
  • Atlanta’s illegal sex industry brings in nearly $290 million per year.
  • Some pimps in Atlanta make more than $32,000 a week.
  • Atlanta is one of the top 5 U.S. cities known for trafficking.

 

 

UNICEF believes that every child has a right to protection from violence, abuse and exploitation. Today, about 85 million children are subjected to the most hazardous forms of labor. Some 5.5 million children have been trafficked into grueling work or commercial sexual exploitation. An estimated 250,000 children are associated with armed groups in at least 20 countries around the world. UNICEF has a proven track record of success in protecting children from all forms of trafficking and exploitation. And, with 90 cents of every dollar going directly to support UNICEF’s programs, you can feel comfortable that UNICEF is maximizing your philanthropic dollars for children.

 

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