Whose freedom pays for our festive season?
From Ellie Finkelstein, Freedom United
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December 14th, 2025
News Digest
OUR CAMPAIGN ISSUES IN THE NEWS
| Supply chain The perfect holiday gift shouldn’t come at the cost of someone’s freedom Most holiday shoppers assume store goods are free from exploitation, but the “perfect gift” often comes at a hidden cost. With China’s expanding labor transfer scheme, products made across the country increasingly carry the risk of Uyghur forced labor built into their price. Show more… |
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| Detained survivors Families with trafficking claims face threats of separation and detention in the US ICE (US Immigration and Customs Enforcement) is increasingly pressuring detained trafficking survivors to abandon legal protections and accept deportation. Families report threats of prosecution, family separation, and prolonged detention. Show more… |
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| Human trafficking Women face increasing risk of trafficking and sexual exploitation as Europe tightens asylum rules More women are travelling alone along Mediterranean and Balkan routes, facing sexual violence, exploitation, and dangerous crossings. But restrictive EU asylum systems leave women unprotected, forcing them into perilous journeys despite clear risks and strong claims for safety. Show more… |
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