Sexual violence is an injury to the body and soul. The pandemic has worsened the poverty in many countries, lots of which are our favorite travel destinations. Now, where people can visit again, the children living there are especially vulnerable to becoming victims of sexual exploitation. As an Austrian, you can also contribute to child […]
Child Protection in Holiday Destinations Read More »
EVER-PRESENT VIOLENCE The blue spots are quickly covered with makeup before the next client stands in the door and point’s his finger at you. Like a beaten dog, you approach him, which however is an understatement, because you will be whipped and you will be beaten, sometimes more, sometimes less, sometimes not at all, but
The everyday life in the red-light district-a misogynistic work environment Read More »
The 12th of June is the World Day against Child Labour. This annual event is to raise awareness that even in the 21st century 160 million girls and boys are still working in difficult conditions that do not respect their rights and health KIDS HAVE RIGHTS TOO! Children are independent individuals with special needs from
Child Labour: This is why it still takes place Read More »
Since the COVID-19 pandemic the internet and social media have become an even more essential part of our everyday lives – especially for students. Unfortunately there are dangers online that are difficult to detect. Human trafficking in this day and age often takes place on social media. It is therefore even more important that people
Human Trafficking and Sexual Exploitation in Social Networks Read More »
Even if the name sounds harmless, so-called “Loverboys” can destroy the lives of young people. What this involves is men that contact school girls, and pretend that they are their big love. After some time the girls can become emotionally dependent and are then forced into prostitution. If pubescent girls suddenly change their clothing style,
From Dream Man to Street Corner – the Loverboy Scam Read More »
WHAT IS A SUPPLY CHAIN LAW? Human rights and environmental protection are rarely respected when it comes to the production of the items we use in daily life. Supply chain laws are meant to oblige producers to adhere to standards that are applicable across industries and products. WHY DO WE NEED SUPPLY CHAIN LAWS? The
Seven questions around supply chain laws Read More »
In Austria prostitution, if it meets certain conditions, is legal. But is it ethically permissible for a society to allow the purchasing or renting of human bodies/love in this way? Some European countries already prohibit the purchase of sexual services. Is a law like this something Austria should aspire to? What would it mean for
Should the purchase of bodies be legal? Read More »
From national NGOs to international organizations- there are numerous institutions, that offer their help in various ways to victims of human trafficking. However, you don’t have to be a member of an association to be able to help here. Anyone can participate in the fight against human trafficking. How? We have summarized 20 ways, how
The fight against human trafficking: How anyone can help? Read More »
Have you thought about where the sweater in your closet comes from? Maybe you have come across small tags that might say “Made in India” or “Made in Bangladesh”. The large fashion retailers of today have outsourced the majority of their production activities to Asia and the sub-continent. The bargains that we know and love
Modern Slavery in the Fashion Industry Read More »
At school, in documentaries and in films – we have all heard about “slavery” somewhere. Trafficking and trade of humans is part of the history of many of our societies. The prohibition of slavery is one of the most important achievements in the fight for human rights and a free society; however, contrary to popular
The Trade in Humans Through the Ages Read More »