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Sexual Exploitation
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IJM Romania identifies critical gap that often leaves survivors of trafficking losing their rights
In a rare victory, a young woman who was trafficked to London for sexual exploitation was awarded monetary compensation. -
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Antonia*, Romanian Trafficking Survivor, Awarded Compensation by UK Court
IJM celebrates this momentous moment with Antonia* – which is significant because its vitally important, though not very common, for survivors of trafficking to receive compensation. This award is another milestone in her pursuit of justice, which follows on from the conviction of her traffickers as a result of her powerful testimony in court. -
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UK Court Finds Trafficker Guilty of Exploiting Romanian Woman
A trafficker has been convicted for the trafficking and exploitation of a young Romanian woman, Antonia*, thanks to her powerful testimony in court and the advocacy of IJM Romania, MET Police and IJM partners. -
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Romanian Survivor Bravely Escapes Trafficker in the UK, Receives Support from Church during COVID-19
Angela*, 24 years old, lived in a small home shared by her parents, her 2 children, her sister-in-law and sisters child in Romania. She had been married young, experiencing physical and verbal abuse from her husband and in-laws which made her a vulnerable target to traffickers. -
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A Mother’s Desperate Plea Mobilises Police to Free 13-year old Daughter and Three Other Minors
After filing a complaint and persistently reaching out to local authorities, a mothers desperate plea for help was heard. On 2nd February, a Dominican prosecutor and the national anti-trafficking unit (ATD), with International Justice Missions assistance, led a rescue operation to bring her 13-year old daughter to safety. -
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Maximum Sentencing Sends Strong Message To Traffickers to Stop Abuse in DR
Two Dominican men are behind bars where they will spend the next 20 years in prison for sexually abusing a young teen, receiving the maximum sentence allowable under Dominican law. The convictions are a major victory for IJMs team in the Dominican Republic and for 15-year-old Clarisa,* who testified against the two men. -
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IJM Secures First Conviction for New Casework Targeting Cybersex Trafficking
Twelve girls just wanted to help their impoverished families. They were promised fake jobs. They didnt know it would mean they would be sexually abused for money. Thanks to IJM and local authorities, today the two traffickers responsible for this abuse are behind bars—the first ever conviction for IJM in a new area of casework targeting online sexual exploitation of children. -
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Increase in Convictions in the Philippines Keep Children Safe, Traffickers Off the Streets
More than 35 survivors of trafficking will now be able to breathe a little easier. Last week, six traffickers were convicted for human trafficking crimes in the Philippines. Each received a sentence of life imprisonment, and a painful chapter ended for the survivors who suffered unspeakable abuse at their hands. -
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IJM’s First Conviction in the Dominican Republic
Today, a criminal was found guilty and sentenced in the Dominican Republic for the commercial sexual exploitation of a teenage girl. The ruling is one of only a handful of convictions handed down in the past decade. -
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American Faces Charges in Thailand for Exploiting Street Children
An American man is behind bars and facing charges for exploiting and abusing young teenage boys living on the citys streets. In Thailand, he faces trafficking and sexual assault charges, and he may face additional charges abroad. -
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Community Joins Hands to Provide Safe Haven for Rescued Sex Trafficking Survivors
Sixteen survivors now have an opportunity to heal in a safe place –all thanks to a partnership of two groups who wanted to make a difference. -
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Young Women Rescued From ‘VIP’ Rooms at Seemingly Innocuous Bar
Four young women who were once exploited in VIP rooms in a seedy bar in the Philippines are now free. This past month, the local anti-trafficking police arrested three suspects, and rescued the young women, including one minor.