Hiwet’s story: Reunited with son after sexual exploitation
Hiwet* was born in a suburb of Bahir Dar in northern Ethiopia. Her parents died when she was young and, aged just 15, she found a job as a domestic worker. - Page 22
Operation Fort: Uncovering the largest modern slavery ring in UK history
Hope for Justice, West Midlands Police, National Crime Agency and the CPS brought down a modern slavery gang that exploited 400 victims. This is how the case began. - Page 22
Compensation for trafficking survivor who was forced to live in basement
A male survivor of forced labour who was made to live in a basement and hospitalised because of his injuries has received a compensation award of over £73,000. - Page 22
‘I often wonder where I’d be’: Former beneficiary shares inspiring story
A survivor of child labour who is rebuilding his life after exploitation returned to the Hope for Justice Lighthouse shelter where he previously found safety. - Page 22
Volunteer in Ethiopia identifies six child exploitation victims in her community
Community prevention in action: A volunteer for Hope for Justice in Ethiopia has identified six children in her area who were being exploited and abused. - Page 22
Pedal Through: Epic ride across 8 states to break the cycle of human trafficking
A team of cyclists has just completed an epic ride from Florida to New York City – all in the name of freedom. Father-of-four John Teele and his friend Alex Brumback were joined by other cyclists for parts of their journey from Pensacola, FL to NYC. Together, they have raised $110,000 for Hope for Justice: - Page 22