Offbeat

Something We Thought Ended 150 Years Ago Is Right at Your Doorstep

by . May 30th, 2014

“Human Trafficking”

We hear about it all the time in news sites and TV, but they always talk about third world countries. If you thought that slavery today was over in the US, it’s alright. I did too. But here’s some gathered data that says the business is booming right beside you.

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If you want to know more about slavery and human trafficking today, check out these awesome links.
UNODC Global Report on Trafficking in Persons
Free the slaves – Modern Slavery

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This is also the first of a series of infographics I’m making called Taboo Trades, which will tackle illegal industries and how their businesses fare today.

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