by Free the Slaves | Nov 30, 2012 | Slavery in the News
We see slavery and trafficking stories throughout the world each week. It’s great news that journalists and bloggers are exposing the problem of slavery, and examining solutions to it. Awareness creates momentum for change. Here are 10 top stories that caught our eye:...
by Free the Slaves | Nov 28, 2012 | Take Action
What is the greatest holiday gift you can imagine giving? How about freedom? That’s the gift Marie* received last year, thanks to your continuing support of Free the Slaves. Marie was a restavèk slave in Haiti. Restavèks are children sent away by impoverished...
by Free the Slaves | Nov 27, 2012 | Uncategorized
We’re all excited that Esperanza is arranging an evening of remarkable music on December 4th in New York to benefit FTS. Buzz is building in the media, too! We hope you can join us. There are still tickets available for the event at the City Winery. Esperanza just...
by Free the Slaves | Nov 21, 2012 | Congo, Take Action
An armed rebellion is spreading in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Rebel troops are attempting to expand the territory they hold. International aid organizations are evacuating personnel. There are serious concerns about the safety of DRC residents as the...
by Free the Slaves | Nov 20, 2012 | Congo, FTS Updates, Take Action
It isn’t on America’s front pages, but there’s a dangerous situation unfolding at this moment in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Rebel troops have captured the regional capital of Goma – a city of roughly one million people and the regional base of operations...