Talk to Your Kids About Modern Slavery

The following resources will prepare and support you for conversations about modern slavery with children of all ages.

Take An Industry Specific Human Trafficking Training

GET EDUCATED / GET ENRAGED / GET ENGAGED

Watch "Let's Talk: Human Trafficking Awareness" Webinar by NURFC

Watch this meaningful discussion exploring the current state of human trafficking with the impact of the pandemic and continuous systemic racial inequalities.

Commit to a Slave Free New Year

Make this the year you become involved in the modern day abolitionist movement.

Teach Your Kids About Online Safety

Have you had a conversation with the children in your life about behaviors that are appropriate online? How about what behaviors towards them are appropriate?

Learn and Share the SOS hand signal

Get information on the SOS hand signal

Learn about the intersection of domestic violence and human trafficking

Human trafficking takes on a variety of forms, and may intersect with domestic violence in multiple ways.

Learn about #MMIWG on Indigenous Peoples' Day

The intersection of gender-based violence and MMIWG is heavily intertwined. It is important to understand the connection between domestic, dating, and sexual violence and the high incidence of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls (MMIWG) in the United States.

TraffickWatch Academy: Combat Human Trafficking

This training currently includes two free, visually engaging video modules that cover the basics of human trafficking globally, trafficking in the United States, and practical ways to fight it.

Free Human Trafficking Prevention Training for Hotel Associates

This free 30-minute training developed by ECPAT-USA offers training to help companies combat trafficking.

Learn about ICE's updated policy to support victims of crime

Read The Polaris Project's blog about the importance of the new policy.

Watch "Still I Rise" the film

Still I Rise centers the stories of freedom fighters, Holly Joshi and Leah Albright-Byrd.

Honor World Day Against Trafficking in Persons by reading the 2021 TIP Report

July 30th is UN World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. Download and read this year's TIP Report in honor of this important day!

Ethical Chocolate

Find a chocolate brand that is ethically produced

Watch a Webinar About the Modern-Day Enslavement of Native American Women

Learn about the crisis of missing and murdered indigenous women.

Read Earl Lewis' Blog Post about "The Third Slavery"

Understand the trajectory of enslavement throughout history and into the present day.

Buy Fair Trade Footwear

Temperatures are dropping in the Northern Hemisphere. Make sure you're prepared by purchasing a new pair of sensible fair trade shoes or boots!

Support Acid Attack Survivors in Uganda

RISE helps empower acid attack survivors, who are at risk of being trafficked.

Learn About the Third Slavery Project

The Third Slavery Project, an initiative spearheaded by the University of Michigan, is dedicated to solving the crisis of modern-day enslavement.

Watch and Share the Trailer for "Òlòturé"

Learn about Òlòturé, a Nigerian film about human trafficking in Nigeria. It is available on Netflix.

Celebrate Fair Trade Month

Raise awareness of the importance of the fair trade movement this October.

Buy Fair Trade Face Masks

Protect yourself and others from COVID-19 while fighting modern-day enslavement!

Subscribe to the End Slavery Cincinnati Podcast

This monthly podcast is a great way to educate yourself about human trafficking while staying safe at home.

Support Soul Survivor Ink

Help empower survivors by covering up enslavement brands.

Buy Ethically Sourced Back to School Supplies

Opt for fair trade school supplies for your child's virtual or socially distanced, in-person classroom this year!

Stop the Spread of Human Trafficking Myths

During the summer of 2020 many falsehoods about modern-day enslavement spread over social media. Learn why this harms the anti-trafficking movement, and how you can help stop it.

Buy a Survivor-Made Face Mask

Sewing New Futures helps sex trafficking survivors earn a living through selling hand-sewn products.

Take Action Against Forced Labor in Prisons

Forced labor is common in prisons and immigrant detention centers throughout the US.

Honor World Day Against Trafficking in Persons by Reading the 2020 TIP Report

July 30th is UN World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. Download and read this year's TIP Report in honor of this important day!

Meet the 2020 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Heroes

Each year the U.S. Department of State honors people around the world fighting modern-day enslavement. Read about and support their efforts.

Understand How COVID-19 Impacts Human Trafficking Risks

Understanding how the COVID-19 pandemic impacts communities who are susceptible to human trafficking is the first step in fighting back.

Learn Faith Cherop’s Story

Learn about how freedom from child marriage helped Faith Cherop get an education.

Plan a Self-Care Day with Fair Trade Items

Need a self-care day? Plan one using fair trade items and get relaxing!

Cook a Fair Trade Inspired Dinner

Looking for new recipes and inspiration for dinner? We’ve got some fair trade inspiration for you.

Start an Activist Book Club (Virtually)

Staying safe at home due to the COVID19 pandemic and looking for activities to pass the time? Grab your friends and start an activist book club!

Take Action from Home with the Polaris Project

Looking to help the fight against modern day enslavement in these unprecedented times? The Polaris Project can show how.

Plan a Virtual Watch Party

Staying safe while staying at home during the COVID-19 pandemic? Socialize with friends by hosting a virtual watch party.

Get The Facts About Child Abduction

Most of us want to keep the young people in our lives safe. Learn how you can do so most effectively.

Support Social Workers

In addition to Women's History Month, March is Social Work Month in the United States.

Watch And Share This Video From The Prevention Project

A key part of fighting human trafficking is working to prevent it from happening in the first place. The Prevention Project equips young people to become modern-day abolitionists.

Fight Child Labor In India

The city of Jaipur in India has taken significant steps to fight child labor. Learn more about how you can get involved.

Learn About Human Trafficking in the Elder Guardianship System

Elder Guardianship is supposed to protect senior citizens, and for the most part it does. Some guardians, however, take advantage of this system to abuse and rob the seniors in their care.

Install Buycott On Your Smartphone

Be an informed consumer.

Learn How Law Enforcement Agencies Are Fighting Human Trafficking

Police officers, legal advocates, and other law enforcement personnel have a critical role to play in protecting trafficking victims and survivors.

Review the University of Southern California's Human Trafficking Resource Guide

USC's online Master of Social Work program has compiled a resource guide that breaks down the global scope of human trafficking.

Learn About the Unique Vulnerability of Communities of Color to Trafficking

February is Black History Month in the United States. Honor this time by learning about how to address the crisis of human trafficking in communities of color.

Host a Movie Night and Watch Emmanuel Jal: War Child

Emmanuel Jal is a former child soldier who has turned to rap as a way to heal his trauma and to keep other Sudanese children from being trafficked. Get inspired by the story of this remarkable survivor and activist.

Learn About Kim Belew and Her Music

Belew is a socially conscious performer, artist, musician, and rapper. She uses her art to fight forms of oppression like human trafficking.

Buy Fair Trade Hot Sauce

January 22nd is unofficially National Hot Sauce Day in the US. Celebrate by purchasing hot sauce made with ethically sourced ingredients!

Mentor an "At-Risk" Child

Honor National Mentoring Month by becoming a big brother or big sister.

Debunk Myths About Human Trafficking

Read and share these common misconceptions about modern-day enslavement.

Attend an Anti-Trafficking Event

January 11th is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Honor it by finding and attending an anti-trafficking event in your community.

Be a True Blue Modern-Day Abolitionist During Human Trafficking Awareness Month

Blue is the universally acknowledged color for raising awareness of human trafficking. Express solidarity with this movement by adding blue to your wardrobe.

Host a Screening of "California's Forgotten Children"

This documentary recounts true stories of child sex trafficking. The young men and women featured in this film are now courageous leaders fighting for the rights of victims worldwide.

Read "Human Bondage and Abolition"

Read "Human Bondage and Abolition: New Histories of Past and Present Slaveries," edited by Elizabeth Swanson and James Brewer Stewart.

Celebrate Universal Human Rights Month

December is Universal Month for Human Rights. Appropriately enough this month contains International Human Rights Day (Dec. 10th). Honor this time of year by reading and sharing the UN's Universal Declaration of Human Rights, created over 70 years ago this month.

Fight Modern-Day Slavery in the Hotel Industry

Many of us are traveling to visit loved ones this time of year. Is your preferred hotel chain using enslaved labor?

Volunteer for an Anti-Trafficking Organization on International Volunteer Day

International Volunteer Day is December 5th. Honor it by volunteering for an organization fighting modern-day enslavement.

Fight Trafficking on Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving. This year, support End Slavery Now and help us educate and empower others to fight human and labor trafficking!

Buy Fair Trade Liquor

In the United States, the night before Thanksgiving is one of the biggest drinking and party nights of the year. If you plan on (safely) partaking, celebrate with fair trade adult beverages!

Become a Social Entrepreneur

The third Thursday in November is Social Enterprise Day. Learn how you can make your business socially and environmentally responsible.

Watch and Share the Trailer for "True Justice"

This documentary by attorney Bryan Stevenson follows 30 years of his work on behalf of the poor, the incarcerated, and the condemned.

Join our Antislavery Directory

If you represent an organization dedicated to the fight to end trafficking, consider applying to add your group to our directory of anti-trafficking organizations.

Learn About Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women

November is Native American Heritage Month in the United States. Honor this month by learning about how human and labor trafficking affects Native American communities, particularly women.

Understand Global Supply Chains with a Free Online Course

The Global Labour University is offering a free, interdisciplinary course on understanding supply chains and how to advocate for transparent and slave-free ones.

Swap One Beauty Product for a Fair Trade One

Do you have a morning beauty regimen? Consider swapping one item in your makeup kit or medicine cabinet for a fair trade item.

Watch and Share the Trailer for "Be Relentless"

This 2017 film follows trafficking survivor Norma Bastidas as she breaks the Guinness World Record for longest Triathlon.

Donate Your Unused Credit Card Points

Help fight modern-day enslavement by donating your credit card points to an anti-trafficking organization.

Learn How Design Can be a Weapon in the Fight Against Trafficking

Design students have begun using their creativity to help victims and survivors of human trafficking. For example, this redesigned feminine hygiene product has information about seeking help hidden in its packaging.

Stand Up to Bullying

Bullying is a problem in many schools. The same young people who are targets of bullies are also at disproportionate risk of falling victim to traffickers.

Read Anybody's Daughter

This book is both a page-turning thriller and gives information about how to protect the young people in your life from traffickers.

Watch T. Ortiz Pettigrew's Tedx Talk About Healing After Trauma

T. Ortiz Pettigrew is a survivor of sex trafficking. Learn how she was able to move on from trauma.

Learn About Aftercare

The first full week of October is Mental Illness Awareness Week. Learn about the importance of providing services to trafficking victims and survivors to help them recover.

Subscribe to Celia Williamson's Podcast

Dr. Celia Williamson is an academic and activist combating human and labor trafficking. Her podcast is a good resource for modern-day abolitionists.

Buy Fair Trade Toys and Games

Let us help you shop for ethically sourced kid-friendly items!

Fall into Fair Trade Fall Fashions

Autumn in the Northern Hemisphere is just around the corner. Update your wardrobe with fair trade pieces!

Indulge in Self-Care With Fair Trade Products

September is unofficially Self-Care Awareness Month. Add a fair trade bath product to your regimen.

Alleged Sex Trafficking in Small Town Ohio, Part II

More witnesses have come forward in the ongoing Portsmouth, OH trafficking case.

Watch and Share the Trailer for "Jhalki"

"Jhalki" is a 2019 film set against the backdrop of child labor in India. Watch and share the trailer today.

Read "Labor Trafficking and Debt Bondage: 'Tip of the Iceberg'" by Harold D'Souza

Harold D'Souza is a survivor of forced labor and bonded labor. Read his End Slavery Now guest blog post.

Help End Slavery on International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition

August 23rd is International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition (UN). Honor today by educating others about modern-day enslavement.

Read Street Business School's Study on Trafficking Prevention

Many anti-trafficking efforts focus on protecting victims and prosecuting traffickers. Learn about a case study on prevention efforts.

Get Trained to Recognize the Signs of Human Trafficking

There are many resources out there for those interested in learning from professionals how to identify and respond to human trafficking. Some of these trainings are even online!

Support the BuyFair Mobile App

The Abolish Foundation is developing an app to help us identify which products were made using enslaved labor.

Call on Congress to Pass the National Domestic Workers Bill of Rights

Domestic workers in the US do not receive overtime pay or a minimum wage. They are not even protected from sexual harassment. Urge Congress to change that.

Join the American Bus Association in Fighting Human Trafficking

From educating motorcoach employees on how to recognize the signs of human trafficking to providing free transportation to victims and survivors, many bus companies are taking an active role in fighting modern-day enslavement.

Learn how Businesses are Fighting Modern-Day Enslavement

Socially conscious companies play a critical role in the fight against worker exploitation.

Call for Government Action on World Day against Trafficking in Persons

The United Nations is promoting a global campaign of calling governments to action against modern-day enslavement on World Day against Trafficking in Persons.

Intern with an Organization Fighting Human Trafficking

The last Thursday in July is unofficially National Intern Day. What better day to look into internships at organizations fighting modern-day enslavement?

Run with the Aruna Project

The Aruna Run is a 5k Run/Walk created by the Aruna Project. You can raise funds and secure freedom for a specific woman trapped in modern-day enslavement by participating in an Aruna Run.

Educate Yourself about HIV/AIDS and Human Trafficking

July is National HIV Awareness Month. Honor it by learning about how trafficking victims are at increased risk of becoming HIV positive.

Stop Using the Term Underage Women

The June 2019 arrest of billionaire Jeffrey Epstein has brought the issue of human trafficking into the news again. It is a good time to talk about how to refer to the victims and survivors of this evil.

Learn About the Arrest of Jeffrey Epstein

This billionaire, who had been charged with trafficking young girls, was linked to other powerful men. This action item has been updated in light of the news of Epstein's death.

Update Your Library this Summer

Looking for some good reading material for your beach or camping trip this summer? Let End Slavery Now help you update your library of anti-enslavement books!

Plan a Fair Trade Camping Trip

Planning on sleeping under the stars this summer? Make sure your camping trip is fair trade!

Honor World Refugee Day

June 20th is World Refugee Day. Learn and share how refugees are vulnerable to modern-day enslavement.

Support Bead for Life and Street Business School

While Bead for Life's retail stores have closed they are still helping to left women out of poverty through their sister organization, Street Business School!

Fight Enslavement in the Tuna Industry

The fishing industry is rife with forced labor. Take action now!

Hold Mars, Nestlé, and Hershey Accountable for Child Labor in the Ivory Coast

Two decades ago, three major chocolate companies pledged to stop using cocoa harvested by children. They broke their promise.

Ghost Fleet is Now in Theaters

The movie "Ghost Fleet," which follows the story of enslaved fishermen in east Asia, opens in select theaters June 7th.

Raise Awareness of the Trafficking of LGBTQ+ Youth

June is Pride Month in the United States. In honor of this time, learn about how LGBTQ+ youth are at increased risk of human trafficking.

Have a Fair Trade Summer Barbecue

If you're planning a cookout this year consider using fair trade items!

Review the Intercommunity Justice and Peace Center's (IJPC) Human Trafficking Toolkits

IJPC, a nonprofit dedicated to fighting injustices like human trafficking, has released a series of toolkits to help the media and public discuss modern-day enslavement in an informed and compassionate way.

Join Bikers Against Child Abuse

Help B.A.C.A. protect vulnerable youth from being trafficked.

Buy Fair Trade Pet Supplies

Our canine and feline companions can also live slave free lifestyles!

Watch and Share the Trailer for "Ghost Fleet"

Soon to be released in theaters, "Ghost Fleet" tells the story of a woman struggling to free forced workers who labor on board fishing ships.

Read the Freedom Fund's Impact Report

Learn how this organization has liberated over 20,000 people from modern day enslavement.

Learn About A Modern Day Freedom Seeker In Cincinnati

Mohamed Diaby is a refugee from Mauritania. He was detained by ICE. He is now free, but "lost everything."

Honor Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Take the opportunity to learn about sex trafficking.

Learn How the University of Cincinnati is Fighting Human Trafficking

More than 1,000 victims of human trafficking in Ohio have been identified thanks to a University of Cincinnati study published Tuesday, March 26, 2019 by the Ohio Department of Public Safety’s Office of Criminal Justice Services.

Learn about Preventing Modern Day Enslavement

Many anti-trafficking organizations focus on protecting trafficking victims and survivors and prosecuting traffickers. What about preventing enslavement before it begins?

Alleged Sex Trafficking in Small Town Ohio

Read about a possible sex trafficking case in the small town of Portsmouth, Ohio.

Participate in #MyFreedomDay, a Project Organized by CNN

On March 14, 2019 help students across the world bring awareness to modern day slavery by participating in #MyFreedomDay.

Over Half of All Survivors of Modern Day Enslavement are Women

March 8th is International Women's Day. Honor today by understanding how modern day enslavement affects women and girls.

Fair Trade Wedding Ideas

March 1st is unofficially National Wedding Planning Day! If you are getting married - or planning a wedding - consider making it ethically sourced.

Urge the Ohio Senate to Protect All Minor Trafficking Victims

HB 461 would bring Ohio law into compliance with federal law regarding trafficking victims aged 16 and 17.

Fight Injustice on World Day of Social Justice

Feb 20th is World Day of Social Justice (UN). Celebrate by learning how modern day abolitionists fight barriers to equality.

Understand the Toll Trafficking Takes on Communities of Color

February is Black History Month in the United States. Honor this time by learning about how human trafficking affects communities of color.

View the Modern Slavery Map

The Global Business Coalition Against Human Trafficking has released an interactive map of anti-trafficking organizations.

Watch and Share "The Trap"

This documentary, produced by The Guardian, explores the connection between trafficking and women's prisons.

Honor National Freedom Day

February 1st is National Freedom Day in the US. Celebrate by learning about and sharing with others the importance of being a modern-day abolitionist.

Watch Fraidy Reiss' Tedx Talk on Forced Marriage in the US

Many of us think that forced marriage only happens in developing countries. However, 48 states allow minors to marry.

Get the Facts About Sex Trafficking

There is a lot of misinformation about how traffickers operate.

Learn About the Prosecutions of Tim Nolan and Robert Poole

In 2018, two prominent US judicial figures were arrested on human trafficking related charges.

Watch the Documentary "Chosen"

"Chosen" tells the story of two teenagers tricked by traffickers. Watch and share it today.

January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month

Take a trip to Cincinnati, Ohio, USA to visit the world's first museum-quality permanent exhibit on the subjects of modern day enslavement and human trafficking at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center.

Learn How Hotels are Fighting Human Trafficking

Many of us are traveling over the holidays. Opt for a hotel fighting against modern day enslavement!

Buy a Fair Trade Christmas Sweater

December 11th is Christmas Jumper Day in the UK.

Happy Fair Trade Holidays!

'Tis the season for giving and giving back! This year, consider giving fair trade gifts to your loved ones.

Watch and share Barbara Amaya's Tedx Talk

Barbara Amaya is a human trafficking survivor who became an anti-trafficking advocate. Watch her Tedx talk to learn how she survived abuse to become a leader in the fight against modern day enslavement.

Read Reegan Hill's Blog Post for Small Business Saturday

This year, November 27th is Small Business Saturday. Consider buying at least one Fair Trade gift.

Watch and Share "Anna and Modern Day Slavery"

This 2015 film features a computer hacker fighting to break up a European human trafficking ring.

"Three Years and a Baby"

Learn About Forced Marriage in China

Learn About UN Target 8.7

Learn about the UN's efforts to end modern day enslavement in all forms.

Understand How Trafficking Victims are Shamed

News outlets often expose and shame women working for illicit massage parlors. Read Polaris' blog post to learn more and find out what you can do.

On November 6th 2018, Coloradans Voted to Abolish Enslavement Entirely

Learn about the 13th Amendment and incarcerated forced labor by watching "13th."

Learn about Enslavement in Mauritania

"They will kill us all."

Read "Survivor Stories"

"Free the Slaves" has interviewed slavery survivors around the globe to document the injustice they’ve endured.

Learn About Prison Labor

Across the United States, prison inmates have planned strikes against state-imposed forced labor.

Support 50 For Freedom

Make supporting the International Labor Organization's Protocol on Forced Labor part of your Labor Day celebrations!

Cook with Fair Trade Herbs

During late summer, the harvest of garden herbs is at its peak. Why not try using fair trade, or small garden grown, herbs and spices?

Support the S.O.A.P. Project

August 26th is Women's Equality Day in the United States. This year, support an anti-trafficking organization founded by a brave and dynamic woman.

International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition

August 23rd is International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition. Honor it by planning a trip to the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center in Cincinnati, OH.

Read Polaris' Blog Post about Netflix's "Ozark"

Learn about the role money laundering plays in the world of human trafficking.

Enjoy Fair Trade Beer

The First Friday in August is International Beer Day.

Download TraffickCam

Download TraffickCam to Fight Sex Trafficking

World Day against Trafficking in Persons

July 30th is UN World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. Learn more about human trafficking, as well as how to combat it.

Learn About Bonded Labor

Millions of people around the world are trapped in debt bondage. It's the most common form of modern-day slavery, as well as the least understood.

National Ice Cream Soda Day

On National Ice Cream Soda Day—Cool down with a fair trade treat!

Plan a Visit to the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center

The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center hosts the world's first museum-quality permanent exhibition on the subjects of modern-day slavery and human trafficking. Take a trip to Cincinnati, Ohio, USA to visit this powerful exhibit.

Host a Movie Night and Watch Beasts of No Nation

Invite some friends over to watch and discuss the film, BEASTS OF NO NATION. This Netflix Original Film is based on the highly acclaimed novel by Nigerian author Uzodinma Iweala, bringing to life the gripping tale of Agu, a child soldier torn from his family to fight in the civil war of an African country.

Encourage Businesses that Ship Products to Become TAT Shipping Partners

If you are a shipper or know a shipper, encourage your trucking companies to become trained with Truckers Against Trafficking.

Watch and Share Noy Thrupkaew's TED Talk

Noy Thrupkaew is a global journalist that reports on human trafficking. Watch her TED talk that shares another perspective on the underlying issues that enable human trafficking.

Celebrate World Environment Day with a Fair Trade Purchase

June 5th was World Environment Day, a day that encourages awareness and action for the protection of our environment. Make a fair trade purchase this weekend in celebration of this year's World Environment Day!

Understand How Massage Parlor Trafficking Victims are Controlled

Human trafficking in massage parlors is often the result of a deeply manipulated sense of "choice". Learn more about how victims are controlled so that you can take action to help eliminate massage parlor trafficking.

Learn the Signs of Massage Parlor Trafficking

Human trafficking in massage parlors is the second most common type of trafficking reported to the US National Human Trafficking Hotline. Learn the signs of massage parlor trafficking and what to do if you see those signs.

Buy Fair Trade Wine

May 25th is National Wine Day in the United States. Celebrate by buying fair trade wine!

Invite your Church to Host a Freedom Sunday

Partner with International Justice Mission and dedicate one Sunday at your church to end slavery.

Give a Fair Trade Mother’s Day Gift

This Mother's Day, give fair trade gifts to the mothers in your life.

Buy Fair Trade Flowers this Spring

Spring is the time for flowers, whether for weddings, graduations, Mother's Day or May Day. When purchasing these beautiful day-brighteners, be sure they are fair trade.

Start your own Freedom Business

Engage in a career that means so much more than an income. Join a social enterprise, become your own boss, and help bring freedom to others.

Learn About Environmental Sustainability

This Earth Day, celebrate by learning about environmental sustainability and its relationship with ethical, fair trade materials.

Add These Books to Your Summer Reading List

Summer is just around the corner for many of us in the Northern Hemisphere. Make sure you’re prepared for warm days spent relaxing in the sun with an updated summer reading list of anti-slavery books!

Host an Aruna Run in Your City

An Aruna Run is a 5k run/walk created by the Aruna Project where by participating you can raise funds and secure freedom for a specific woman trapped in modern day slavery.

Recommend Freeset for Custom T-Shirts and Bags

In need for some custom t-shirt branding? Freeset is a fair trade business for freedom that creates custom bags, t-shirts, scarves and apparel and sells to individuals and businesses all across the world.

Cook with Fair Trade Ingredients for Easter Sunday

This Sunday, April 1st is Easter Sunday. Swap out staple ingredients with fair trade ones to support a slave-free lifestyle for your holiday meal.

Buy Fair Trade Easter Candy

Easter is right around the corner! Make sure you a promoting a slave free lifestyle and use fair trade chocolate for your Easter Basket this year!

Update Your Spring Wardrobe with Fair Trade Items

Tuesday, March 20th 2018 is the Spring Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere. Celebrate the changing of seasons by updating your Spring wardrobe with fair trade items!

Participate in CNN’s #MyFreedomDay

Join the movement and help students and teachers across the country bring awareness to modern day slavery.

Support Social Workers in the Month of March

March is Social Workers Awareness month. Celebrate by supporting social workers who combat modern day slavery.

Sign Up for Fair Trade Friday

Looking for an easy way to try new fair trade products? Check out Fair Trade Friday, a monthly subscription club that mails fair trade items to you.

Read Polaris Project’s New Report on Trafficking in Illicit Massage Businesses

Read Polaris Project’s latest report identifying human trafficking in illicit massage businesses across the United States.

Understand How Human Trafficking Affects Communities of Color

February is Black History Month in the United States. Honor this holiday by understanding how human trafficking affects communities of color.

Stop Using the Term Child Prostitute

Join Rights4Girls “No Such Thing” Campaign and help eradicate the use of the term “child prostitute”.

Have a Fair Trade Tea Party

January is unofficially hot tea month! Celebrate by getting together with friends and having a fair trade tea party.

Watch CNN’s “Libya’s Slaves: I Was Sold”

Learn more about the Libyan auction markets by watching CNN’s short documentary, “Libya’s Slaves: I Was Sold.”

Buy a Fair Trade Sweater This Winter

December 21st is the Winter Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere. Make sure you're prepared and purchase a fair trade sweater for the season!

Give to an Anti-Trafficking Organization this Holiday Season

This holiday season, give to an anti-trafficking organization to help end slavery across the world.

Give a Fair Trade Gift This Holiday Season

‘Tis the year to give a gift that gives back! This year, support a slave-free lifestyle and give fair trade gifts to your loved ones.

Spread the Word to End Slavery on International Day for the Abolition of Slavery

December 2nd is the International Day for the Abolition of Slavery (UN). Honor this date educating educate others about slavery in the world today.

Decorate With One Fair Trade Item This Holiday Season

For many of us around the world, the holiday season is already upon us. Get festive this year by decorating for the holidays with fair trade items.

Volunteer at an Aftercare Shelter

Give back this holiday season by spending time volunteering at an after care shelter.

Plan For a Fair Trade Black Friday

Black Friday is the unofficial shopping holiday in the United States that falls after Thanksgiving. This year, plan to support fair trade businesses on Black Friday to support a slave-free lifestyle.

Celebrate International Day for Tolerance

November 16th is the International Day for Tolerance. Celebrate by sharing the importance of having tolerance when dealing with human rights issues such as modern day slavery.

Swap One Traditional Thanksgiving Ingredient for a Fair Trade One

We’re less than two weeks away from celebrating Thanksgiving. Help keep your holiday slave-free and swap out one of your staple ingredients with a fair trade option.

Swap out Your Current Peanut Butter with Fair Trade Peanut Butter

November is unofficially National Peanut Butter Month in the United States.

Plan a Fair Trade Halloween Party

Participating in Halloween festivities? Plan a party for your family and friends that feature fair trade items!

Support the Daughter Project

The Daughter Project is a non-profit organization dedicated to fighting human trafficking as it relates to girls.

Purchase Fair Trade Candles

As temperatures lower and the nights get darker, scented candles help bring out the fall spirit. This year, make sure to purchase fair trade candles for your perfect pumpkin spice smell.

Purchase Fair Trade Chocolate for Trick-or-Treating

Promote a slave-free lifestyle by handing out fair trade chocolate for Halloween this year!

Watch “Water”

Watch and share Water, a 2005 film that depicts forced marriage in India.

Attend International Justice Mission's Freedom Sunday

Freedom Sunday is an international invitation for your congregation to learn about slavery and partner with IJM to end it.

Give a Fair Trade Gift for Grandparents Day

Grandparents Day is celebrated on September 10th in the United States. Promote a slave-free lifestyle by gifting fair trade!

Plan an End of Summer Party and Make One Item Fair Trade

Labor Day Weekend traditionally marks in the unofficial end of summer in the United States. Savor the season and throw an end of summer party and challenge yourself to make one item fair trade.

Honor Women’s Equality Day by Shopping at a Fair Trade/Empowerment Retailer

Women’s Equality Day in the United States is Saturday, August 26. Help honor the movement by shopping at a fair trade/empowerment retailer!

Learn How Healthcare Professionals Can Fight Human Trafficking

Learn how healthcare professionals are fighting against human trafficking through Heal Trafficking.

Learn How to Talk to Children About Modern Day Slavery

Want to discuss modern day slavery with children but not sure how to do it? Check out these helpful tips on how to frame you anti-slavery conversation.

Buy Fair Trade for Back to School

The school year is starting back soon. Opt for fair trade alternatives and start the year off right!

Buy Fair Trade Chocolate for National S'mores Day

August 10th is unofficially National Smores Day in the U.S. Help celebrate the holiday by making smores with fair trade chocolate.

Change Your Profile Picture in Honor of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons

The Blue Heart Campaign is offering a profile layover to help raise awareness of World Day against Trafficking in Person.

Switch to Fairphone

Looking for an ethical alternative to your cellphone? Make the switch to Fairphone!

Read These Explanations of Fair-Trade Myths

There are a lot of myths associated with fair trade. Fair Trade Winds wants to help you understand what is myth and what is fact.

Encourage Companies to #AdoptTheSeal

The Tronie Foundation wants companies to adopt the Freedom Seal to ensure the products they sale are fair trade.

Plan a Fair Trade Picnic

July is unofficially National Picnic month in some parts of the world. Celebrate by planning a picnic this month and make sure it is fair trade!

Help Zooniverse Spot Slavery From Space

Help Zooniverse spot modern day slavery from space by volunteering remotely.

Learn About Travel Companies Protecting Children From Trafficking

Before your next vacation or travel adventure, take the time to learn about the Tourism Child-Protection Code of Conduct.

Have a Fair Trade BBQ This Year

Planning a bbq this summer? Make sure you're using fair trade items!

Make Your Beach Trip Fair Trade This Summer

Planning a beach trip this year? Make sure it is fair trade!

Become a Modern Day Abolitionist

Honor the celebration of Juneteenth by becoming a modern day abolitionist.

Buy Dad a Fair Trade Father’s Day Gift!

Celebrate Father’s Day this weekend by giving fair trade gifts!

Read “Not For Sale”

Read, “Not For Sale: The Return of the Global Slave Trade—And How We Can Fight It,” by David Batstone.

Buy Fair Trade Chocolate Ice Cream

June 7th is National Chocolate Ice Cream Day in the United States. Whether you live in the United States or not, if you plan on consuming chocolate ice cream this year, make sure it’s fair trade!

Help Fight the Trafficking of LGBTQ+ Youth by Sharing These 5 Facts

June is Pride Month in the United States. In honor of Pride month, learn how the LGBTQ+ community is vulnerable to human trafficking.

Revamp Your Summer Wardrobe with Fair Trade Pieces!

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. Make sure your wardrobe is ready for the warmer temperatures with fair trade items!

Watch “I Am Jane Doe”

Watch the documentary “I Am Jane Doe,” which follows the story of American middle school-aged sex trafficking victims who were exploited on website Backpage.com.

Read and Share, “My Family’s Slave”

The latest issue of the Atlantic focuses on the story of a women enslaved in an American household written by Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Alex Tizon.

Donate to The School For Justice

Help stop sex trafficking in India by donating to The School For Justice, a school developed for victims of child prostitution that offers educational resources on how to become a lawyer or prosecutor.

Participate in a Freedom Run

Regardless if you run or walk, this summer participate in a Freedom Run with an anti-trafficking organization.

Give a Fair Trade Easter Basket

Participating in the Easter holiday this weekend? Give a Fair Trade Easter Basket!

Read "The Typology of Modern Day Slavery" by Polaris

Read and share The Typology of Modern Day Slavery to better understand sex trafficking and labor trafficking in the United States.

Watch “We’re Taking Them Home: Saving Russia’s Brick Slaves”

Learn about bonded labor in Russia’s brick kilns by watching this short film.

Learn What to Expect When You Call the National Human Trafficking Hotline

Watch this training video to learn what to expect when you call the National Human Trafficking Hotline.

Beat April Showers with Fair Trade Rain Gear

April showers bring May flowers, right? Be prepared this year with fair trade rain gear!

Donate Your Delta Airline SkyMiles to Polaris

Help support survivors of human trafficking by donating to Polaris.

Share a Survivor Story

It is important to understand the stories of those trapped in enslavement. Help spread awareness by sharing their stories.

Sign the Petition to Outlaw Forced Child Marriage in Niger

Three-quarters of girls in Niger are married before they are adults. Add your name to the petition and tell Niger’s government to outlaw forced child marriages.

Make Your Gift Registry Fair Trade

Planning for a gift registry this year? Make sure it’s fair trade!

Play ACT! a Human Trafficking Awareness Game

Download ACT!, an educational human trafficking awareness game developed by the Lifeboat Project.

Plan a Fair Trade Wedding

Its wedding planning season! If you planning a wedding this year, consider making it fair trade and ethically sourced.

Buy a Red Marker for February 23rd

February 23rd is the End It Movement’s day to “Shine a Light on Slavery.”

Become a Digital Defender with Thorn

Thorn is building an army of digital defender’s to help fight against child sexual exploitation.

Celebrate Galentine’s Day This Year and Make it Fair Trade!

Valentine’s Day not really your thing? Then opt to celebrate Galentine’s Day on February 13th instead!

Volunteer For an Anti-Trafficking Organization

Find a local anti-trafficking organization in your community to volunteer your time to.

Watch Fair Trade: The First Step

Watch Patagonia’s short film to understand how clothing is made and why it is important to go fair trade.

Download the TraffickCam App

Download the TraffickCam App to help stop sex trafficking.

Know Your State’s Human Trafficking Report

In the United States, human trafficking is becoming increasingly more prevalent. Know the number of cases in your state and the resources available to help fight back.

Know How to Spot Signs of Human Trafficking in an Airport

Human trafficking is very hard to recognize. Learn these 7 warnings signs to help spot human trafficking when you’re at an airport.

Wear Blue for Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Wear blue to show solidarity for National Human Trafficking Prevention month.

Watch a Documentary Dealing with Modern Day Slavery

For your next movie night, consider showing a documentary that deals with issues of modern day slavery to help bring awareness to the movement.

Show Your Love By Purchasing a Fair Trade Ring

Ready to propose? Purchase a fair trade ring and promote a slave-free lifestyle!

Participate in National Human Trafficking Awareness Day

Mark your calendars, January 11th is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Help raise awareness by participating in an anti-trafficking action.

Download the Sweat & Toil App

Download the Sweat & Toil app to better understand the labor behind products and materials in your supply chain.

Give a Rescue Gift to Someone In The Refugee Community

This holiday season give a rescue gift

Watch 13th to Understand Incarcerated Forced Labor

Learn how incarcerated labor is a form of modern-day slavery.

Call On World Leaders to Ratify the ILO's Protocol on Forced Labor

Call On World Leaders to Ratify the ILO's Protocol on Forced Labor

Buy Fair Trade Holiday Decorations

Buying fair trade holiday decorations

Share These Recommendations by Human Trafficking Survivors to Help Abolish Slavery

Here are five recommendations by human trafficking survivors to the United States Advisory Council on Human Trafficking.

Watch Slavery: A Global Investigation

Discover personal stories of slavery at home and abroad

Watch The Fight Against Sex Slavery

Fighting slavery means finding stable employment.

Tell Publix to Join the Fair Food Program

Support campaign efforts for responsibly-sourced food

Read and Share These Red Flags for Sex Trafficking

Examine healthcare indicators to learn how to identify trafficking.

Watch a Testimony from Male Survivor

Look at one of the ways men can be trafficked

Teach Kids to Be Safe Online

Talk to children about online safety and methods that traffickers use to lure kids

Switch to Products Made without Child Labor

June 12 is the UN World Day Against Child Labor. Many of your friends and family probably don't know that child labor exists today.

Watch Too Young To Wed

Learn more about the push and pull factors of child marriage.

Get Dad a Fair Trade Gift

Make sure you have a gift – and that’s it’s fairly made!

Take Action Against Slave-Made Cotton

Tell the World Bank to stop funding forced labor in Uzbekistan

Listen to the End Human Trafficking Podcast

Follow this bi-weekly podcast for education on trafficking.

Report Suspicious Magazine Sales Crews

Commit to Stop the Exploitation of Children in Sales Crews

Learn about S.O.A.P

Share information about the human trafficking hotline number with the hotel industry.

Sponsor a Former Restavek

Empower a former child domestic servant with the gift of education.

Watch Gary Haugen's TED talk

Understand and learn how to act against poverty

Start Shopping Ethically

Be a more mindful consumer

Read and Share These Red Flag Indicators

Be an alert traveler and look out for signs of trafficking

Watch Call + Response

Hear celebrities, journalists and activists call for the end of slavery

Put Up A Flyer

Inform your community about the human trafficking indicators and the hotline

Suggest a Fair Trade Workplace

Suggest fair trade alternatives to your office product staples

Support a Survivor

Support a survivor by buying staple personal care products

Tell Wendy's to Join for Fair Food

The world's third largest hamburger chain refuses to join the Fair Food Program.

Add to the Refugee Phrasebook

Contribute to a critical communication tool

Share the BAN Human Trafficking Educational Game

Help others learn about different human trafficking scenarios

Support the Brilliant Mobile School

Help educate children living in diamond mining communities

Buy Fair Trade Jewelry

Choose slavery-free accessories

Ask Your Jeweler to Be a Friend of the Diamond Development Initiative

Encourage your jeweler to support ethical sourcing

Search Company and Brand Disclosure Statements

Know which companies and brands follow the law

Download an Ethical Shopping App

Be an informed consumer

Be an Ally Against Domestic Servitude

Join advocacy efforts for domestic workers

Support an ethical supply chain

Support the livelihood of trafficking survivors

Share Facts About Forced Marriage

Inform people about the prevalence of the practice

Be a Mentor in Violence Prevention

Empower students to not be bystanders

Give to Free an Enslaved Child in Ghana

Help fund rescue and aftercare programs

Watch a Webinar on Trafficking in Tribal Counties

Learn about the trafficking of Native Americans

Educate Students About Child Domestic Servitude

Expose the different experiences of trafficked children

Give Used Books to Books for Africa

Prevent trafficking with tools for education

Plan a Not My Life Event

Host a film screening and discussion about human trafficking

Buy from brands against trafficking

Buy from brands against trafficking

Watch Journey to Freedom

Same Story of Forced Labor - 150 years apart

Petition the World Bank to Suspend Loans to the Uzbek Government

Support Survivor's Ink

Help survivors cover slavery brands

Volunteer Your Time

Use your skills and interests to help out an anti-trafficking organization

Support the Clean Clothes Campaign

Tell garment factories to pay and treat their employees fairly

Volunteer with Resettled Refugees

Use your skills to help refugees adjust to a new country

Create an Emergency Contact Card

Prepare your family with a helpline number and trusted contacts

Buy Tomatoes from Fair Food Program Partners

The Fair Food Program ensures that workers are treated fairly and paid properly

Ask Your Nail Tech These Questions

Get to know the person doing your nails and look for red flag indicators

Send Bras to Free the Girls

Help survivors start businesses

Shop Amazon Smile

Pick an antislavery organization to receive a percentage of your Amazon Smile purchases

Become a Mentor

Prevent trafficking by spending time with at-risk youth

Sign up for an Aruna Run

The Aruna Project is working to end commercial sexual exploitation by bringing freedom and restoration to the many women and children sold into the trade. Help bring hope by hosting or participating in an Aruna 5k race in your area.

Discuss Slavery with Kids

Read books written by former restavek children

Stop Watching Violent Porn

See how porn and trafficking are connected

Send a Letter to Companies

Ask your favorite companies to examine their supply chains

Save the Hotline Number

Store the hotline number, and be ready to call when the need arises

Watch Sweatshop

Learn how your clothes are made

Switch to Slave Free Cotton

Pick brands that don't use slave-picked cotton

Read A Crime So Monstrous

Get an overview of the different forms of slavery around the world

Switch to Fair Trade Coffee

Ensure your morning brew is free from slave labor