Author: Colleen Kelly

Colleen Kelly, author, keynote speaker, and retired Visiting Adjunct Professor - after 34 years as an official judge is now a whistleblower against cruelty in the horse industry and modern slavery. She has fought through tragedy in her life, fighting breast cancer, and losing her entire family, one by one to cancer. Her world lecture tour included the worlds

India advances the fight against human trafficking

July 5, 2023

In the three key areas: Prevention – Prosecution – Protection, India is showing great leaps forward. The 2023 U.S. Department of State Trafficking in persons report highlights India’s strong advancement in education to prevent victims falling into trafficking, prosecuting criminals, and supporting victims under the leadership of Arun Sobti, Deputy Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs Women’s … More India advances the fight against human trafficking

50 million people now trapped in slavery

May 24, 2023

How many people are in modern slavery? New report shows horrific increase in the number of people trapped in slavery. Walk Free have released the 2023 Global Slavery Index showing 50 million people now in modern slavery. The report provides remarkable insight into the world’s fastest growing crime, which makes looking for green barcodes when … More 50 million people now trapped in slavery

“You Pray for Death” Harrowing words from Nigeria.

May 5, 2023

by IASC Goodwill Ambassador writing from the USA Emmanuel Osemota Human Trafficking in Nigeria: The New Slave Trade “You pray for death.” Those are the harrowing words of Adaura C., (pseudonym) a young Nigerian woman who, in 2013, was promised a job as a domestic worker in Libya by another woman. She would earn 150,000 … More “You Pray for Death” Harrowing words from Nigeria.

Call centre that lured workers into human trafficking: ABC News

January 22, 2023

Inside the call centre scam that lured vulnerable workers to Cambodia and trapped them in the murky world of human trafficking By South-East Asia correspondent Mazoe Ford and Supattra Vimonsuknopparat in Bangkok “The job advertisements were too enticing to scroll past — marketing and administration roles at a lavish casino in Cambodia, with high salaries and paid accommodation. … More Call centre that lured workers into human trafficking: ABC News

Organisers Wanted: Green Hair Day – St Patrick’s Day- March 17, 2023

November 10, 2022

St. Patrick’s Day – March 17 is a fun day around the world to celebrate anything Irish – and GREEN! Bright green hair sure attracts attention – and that’s what we need to bring publicity to slave-free green barcodes when you shop. Organize a morning fun tv event in your area. All the tv morning … More Organisers Wanted: Green Hair Day – St Patrick’s Day- March 17, 2023

Donate a book to the IASC children’s free anti-bullying education program.

September 24, 2022

Bullying leads to runaways. 60% of runaways are approached by traffickers within the first 48 hours of running away. Once trapped, they have a 1% chance of escaping, and a 7 year life expectancy.

We can stop bullying before it even starts! Our free school education program brings anti-bullying training, and education ideas like a writing competition to your school. And, yes, it’s free.

$35 means we can donate a book to that school. $50 means we can donate a book both to that school, and also to the library. … More Donate a book to the IASC children’s free anti-bullying education program.

Police & First Responders: Mandatory Human Trafficking Training now law for Police in several states

September 8, 2022

Human Trafficking Training is now mandatory for Police in several states after 1 year of service. The FREE Las Vegas IASC training counts as 6 hours of Human Trafficking Certification training. Reserve Your Place – All WelcomeDownload free program Reserve Your Place – All WelcomeDownload Free Program

What is sports trafficking?

September 4, 2022

“MUST-WATCH” TED talk: “Sports trafficking” – human trafficking right in front of our eyes – high school & college students brought to western countries in a disastrous unregulated visa system. Nominate Javier Wallace here for the 2023 International Anti-Slavery & Anti-Human Trafficking Awards. Nominations are anonymous, we do not collect, sell or share data. You … More What is sports trafficking?

Congratulations to the 2022 Global Awards Finalists for Finance, Commerce & Industry

September 1, 2022

For outstanding achievement on a global scale for an individual or group in finance, commerce & industry who develop and publicize a strong human-trafficking statement, produce, sell or recommend specifically slave-free, fair trade products and who inspect supply lines, with the ultimate goal – to proudly sell, use and recommend 100% green barcode slave-free products. … More Congratulations to the 2022 Global Awards Finalists for Finance, Commerce & Industry

Congratulations to the 2022 Global Awards Finalists for Agriculture, Food & Beverage

August 30, 2022

For anti-bullying, anti-slavery, or anti-trafficking programs or outstanding global achievement in “farm to table”, agriculture, food & beverage production and service, and charity meals in the food & beverage-related industries.  –   individual or group. … More Congratulations to the 2022 Global Awards Finalists for Agriculture, Food & Beverage

Congratulations to the 2022 Global Awards Finalists for State-Level Authorities

August 30, 2022

Congratulations to the 2022 nominees for outstanding achievements in the fight against human trafficking by state-level authorities. Elynne Greene – Las Vegas
Fabiola Loya Hernandez – Mexico
Cardell Morant – Washington DC
Nevada Division of Child & Family Services – Nevada
Nevada Coalition to Prevent the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children – Nevada
Office to Combat Human Trafficking – BC, Canada
Ohio Governor’s Human Trafficking Task Force
Mari D. Parlade – Nevada
Liz Ryan – Washington DC
Karin Stone – California … More Congratulations to the 2022 Global Awards Finalists for State-Level Authorities

The International Anti-Slavery & Anti-Human Trafficking 2022 Award for Volunteer Groups & Volunteerism

August 24, 2022

The International Anti-Slavery & Anti-Human Trafficking
2022 Award for Volunteer Groups & Volunteerism

Congratulations to these remarkable individuals who volunteer with anti-bullying, anti-slavery or anti-trafficking programs and/or outstanding achievements as a volunteer or member of a volunteer group nominated for this prestigious global award. … More The International Anti-Slavery & Anti-Human Trafficking 2022 Award for Volunteer Groups & Volunteerism

10-year-olds trafficked in Canada

August 24, 2022

“Human trafficking is a reality: Asian girls are enslaved in suburban massage parlors; domestic workers toil like slaves in suburban homes; girls in a Montreal subway station are lured into prostitution; Vancouver gangs recruit Honduran boys to sell drugs. Featuring candid interviews with victims, witnesses and perpetrators, Avenue Zero weaves a spellbinding portrait of a dark and sinister trade flourishing in the shadows of the law.” – Real Stories … More 10-year-olds trafficked in Canada

2022 Finalists: Programs for Women & Children

August 22, 2022

The International Anti-Slavery & Anti-Human Trafficking 2022 Award for Programs for Women & Children For re-homing, shelter, repatriation, care & assistance in anti-bullying, anti-slavery, and anti-trafficking care programs for women & children –  individual or group. All Women’s Action Society Coalition to Abolish Slavery & Trafficking (CAST) Coalition Against Trafficking in Women Forever Found Free … More 2022 Finalists: Programs for Women & Children

2022 Award – Repatriation & Survivor Care

August 22, 2022

The International Anti-Slavery &
Anti-Human Trafficking 2022 Award for
Special Campaigns & Events

For outstanding achievement in producing an event, conference, or promotional campaign that promotes anti-bullying, anti-slavery, and antitrafficking – individual or group.

Australia’s Largest Lunch – AustraliaCrimestoppers UK – Wales Campaign – UK”Demand Reduction” Campaign: – USA
– Texas Dept of Public Safety Criminal Investigations Division
– Lubbock Police Dept Special Operations
– Hockley County Sheriff’s Office
– Levelland Police DeptEnd It Movement – USAFox 5 Las Vegas – “Behind the Badge” Campaign – USAHand Gesture – Canadian Women’s Foundation – CanadaHigh School On-Line Summit – USAImpact Film Challenge – Australia Operation “Reclaim Rebuild” – L.A. County Sheriff – USATraffick Jam Live – USA … More 2022 Award – Repatriation & Survivor Care

Do you know the life-saving “HELP I AM IN DANGER” silent hand signal?

August 21, 2022

Congratulations to the Canadian Women’s Foundation for their nomination for the 2022 Anti-Slavery & Anti-Human Trafficking Global Awards. See the full list of finalists (Special Campaigns & Events category).

See how this simple hand guesture saved a kidnapped girl’s life

If you see the signal, and alert emergency authorities urgently! … More Do you know the life-saving “HELP I AM IN DANGER” silent hand signal?

The Shauna T. Kelly Memorial Prize for Law

August 19, 2022

The International Anti-Slavery &
Anti-Human Trafficking 2022 Award for
Special Campaigns & Events

For outstanding achievement in producing an event, conference, or promotional campaign that promotes anti-bullying, anti-slavery, and antitrafficking – individual or group.

Australia’s Largest Lunch – AustraliaCrimestoppers UK – Wales Campaign – UK”Demand Reduction” Campaign: – USA
– Texas Dept of Public Safety Criminal Investigations Division
– Lubbock Police Dept Special Operations
– Hockley County Sheriff’s Office
– Levelland Police DeptEnd It Movement – USAFox 5 Las Vegas – “Behind the Badge” Campaign – USAHand Gesture – Canadian Women’s Foundation – CanadaHigh School On-Line Summit – USAImpact Film Challenge – Australia Operation “Reclaim Rebuild” – L.A. County Sheriff – USATraffick Jam Live – USA … More The Shauna T. Kelly Memorial Prize for Law

2022 Finalists: Special Campaigns & Events

August 19, 2022

The International Anti-Slavery &
Anti-Human Trafficking 2022 Award for
Special Campaigns & Events

For outstanding achievement in producing an event, conference, or promotional campaign that promotes anti-bullying, anti-slavery, and antitrafficking – individual or group.

Australia’s Largest Lunch – AustraliaCrimestoppers UK – Wales Campaign – UK”Demand Reduction” Campaign: – USA
– Texas Dept of Public Safety Criminal Investigations Division
– Lubbock Police Dept Special Operations
– Hockley County Sheriff’s Office
– Levelland Police DeptEnd It Movement – USAFox 5 Las Vegas – “Behind the Badge” Campaign – USAHand Gesture – Canadian Women’s Foundation – CanadaHigh School On-Line Summit – USAImpact Film Challenge – Australia Operation “Reclaim Rebuild” – L.A. County Sheriff – USATraffick Jam Live – USA … More 2022 Finalists: Special Campaigns & Events

2022 Finalists: Fashion & Beauty

August 15, 2022

The International Anti-Slavery & Anti-Human Trafficking 2022 Award for Fashion & Beauty For anti-bullying, anti-slavery or anti-trafficking programs & education, or development of new slave-free-products or social media influencers who promote green barcodes, re-wearable fashion, slave-free makeup, ingredients, formulas, and cosmetics —   individual or group   Congratulations to the 2022 Nominees! Congratulations to the … More 2022 Finalists: Fashion & Beauty

2022 Award Finalists: Media, Journalism & the Arts

August 13, 2022

The 2022 International Anti-Slavery & Anti-Human Trafficking Award – Charities & Community Groups For anti-bullying, anti-slavery, or anti-trafficking programs, books, writing, music, videos, documentaries, performance art, social media, photography, marketing, and social media influencers on a global scale  –  individual or group. Daffodil Altan – UC Berkeley School of Journalism. Frontline PBS: Trafficked in America Runako … More 2022 Award Finalists: Media, Journalism & the Arts

Australian woman honored in International Awards

August 6, 2022

Congratulations to Donna-Leigh Perfect The International Anti-Slavery Commission is delighted to announce that Australian woman, Donna Leigh Perfect has been nominated for the International Anti-Slavery & Anti-Human Trafficking Awards for 2022 for her anti-bullying “PEACE” program. Donna Leigh’s anti-bullying “PEACE” program helps stop the bullying that leads to child runaways, and as it is estimated … More Australian woman honored in International Awards