William Wilberforce’s work is far from finished. There are still an estimated 27 million slaves in the world today. Modern day slavery can come in many different forms. Entire families may work long days in rice mills, brick kilns or on plantations. Children may be abducted and forced to fight in a rebel’s army. Men, women and children are enslaved in bonded labour, sexual exploitation, domestic servitude and child soldiers - they cannot come and go as they please and are often beaten or threatened with violence. They have no autonomy in their day-to-day lives and deserve the right to be free.

 

In conjunction with the release of the film Amazing Grace, we have launched a campaign to abolish modern day slavery and allow children and adults around the world to live in freedom. Through this campaign we hope to motivate students and communities to make their mark on history by speaking out against modern day slavery. There are people who want to take the most precious thing you have and sell it to those who will abuse it and wreck it...

 

It is happening right here, right now, on your doorstep. It is devastating the lives of millions of men, women and children each year.

 

With YOUR help STOP THE TRAFFIK will create awareness and understanding of this worldwide problem and call for change. Together we will: