DC Stop Modern Slavery Group

We are a community group of purpose, goals, and action. We seek to combat modern slavery, which is the economic exploitation of individuals through the use of violence and coercion, and human trafficking, which is the modern-day slave trade.

Come join us and explore how you can take part!

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OUR VISION
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A world without slavery

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OUR MISSION
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To end slavery forever by leveraging the power of the community to
- Create a forum for education, engagement, and action;
- Foster grassroots movements for local change in our own community and around the world; and
- Complement existing efforts of NGO’s, government, private sector, and the community

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OUR ACTIONS
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- Raising awareness
- Conducting grassroots campaigns
- Sponsoring and coordinating events
- Raising funds for anti-slavery movement
- Advocating effective anti-slavery related policy
- Empowering and guiding other groups
- Inspiring others to take action

For more info, please see our website: http://www.stopmodernslavery.org/about-us

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February 12 at 5:30 PM, 40 People Against Human Trafficking attended
The Dark Side of Chocolate Screening
They rated it 4.002 (2 ratings)

Were you aware that Valentine's Day has a dark side? Everyone loves chocolate on Valentine's Day. But for thousands of people, chocolate is the reason for their... Learn more
February 7 at 6:30 PM, 91 People Against Human Trafficking attended
The Business of Human Trafficking
They rated it 4.506 (6 ratings)

A wise man once said "money makes the world go round." Economics is a powerful driver of human behavior. As of 2005, the trafficking of persons generated an estimated... Learn more
January 26 at 6:30 PM, 17 People Against Human Trafficking attended
Walk Organizing Interest Meeting
When: Thursday, January 26, 2012 - 6:30-8:00 PM Where: Madhatter - 1319 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036 (Look for the DC Stop Modern Slavery sign!) What:... Learn more
January 14 at 7:00 PM, 41 People Against Human Trafficking attended
Sex + Money FREE Screening
They rated it 5.004 (4 ratings)

What: Documentary screening of Sex+Money: A National Search for Human Worth, followed by a panel discussion of experts from the FBI, Shared Hope International, Polaris... Learn more
December 5, 2011 at 7:00 PM, 37 People Against Human Trafficking attended
Walk Organizing Interest Meeting
They rated it 5.004 (4 ratings)

Did you attend the 2011 DC Stop Modern Slavery Walk? Want to find out about what is one of the most tangible ways you can have an impact on the issue of human... Learn more
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