I recently became aware of a great organization called The Emancipation Network, that works to empower survivors of human trafficking. Did you know that 27 million women and children around the world have been forced into slavery? Approximately 50% of these slaves are under the age of 18. It's sick, sad, and disgusting. You can click here to learn more about this abomination and how it's hurting women worldwide - and you'll be mad as hell when you're done reading it.
T.E.N. is working to fight this unthinkable reality by helping survivors rebuild their lives, as well as working to stop slavery in high-risk areas before it starts. One of the ways that T.E.N. empowers these women is by helping them to learn new skills and sell their handicrafts through the Made By Survivors store, helping them develop a sustainable income.
In order to raise more awareness for this cause, I'm holding a giveaway on my blog for a gorgeous necklace handmade by a survivor in Bangkok. Anyone can enter just by leaving a comment - so if you'd like a chance to win free swag and learn more about this important organization, you can do so by clicking here.
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What a wonderful idea - thank you for not just informing us about it, but rather actually doing something.