By Sumitra Mishra | Project Leader
Dear Global Givers,
According to Global Slavery Index Report (2014), India has the highest number of enslaved people in the world with a staggering number of 14 million people. 1 out of 3 are children.
Delhi Police data shows that every day 22 children goes missing in Delhi.
These horrifying numbers are difficult to comprehend how children in India are faced with eminent dangers daily from traffickers. Many children and young girls are trafficked daily in India for sexual slavery, bonded labours, cheap domestic help and beggary.
You have been a part of the Every8Minutes to help spread awareness on the horrific crimes committed against children by traffickers. The ongoing campaign aims to spread awareness amongst general public to openly condemn the supply and demand of young children who are trafficked for sexual slavery.
“We work with vulnerable children who are homeless in Jama Masjid area of Old Delhi. Almost everyday parents come to us to help them register a missing child with the police. This is the sad reality we witness everyday as part of our job.
We are proud to be associated with iPartner India and Every8Minutes to be part of this crucial National Campaign. Our children will hold a silent walk in Jama Masjid area to spread awareness about the dangers of child trafficking.” Amit Sinha, Founder Director, Jamghat
To mark the United Nations’ World Anti-Trafficking Day in Persons, 30 July 2016, Every8Minutes is collaborating with 17 partner organizations in 11 states in 15 locations across India. Young women and children will use street plays, dance, singing, rallies, painting and drawing competitions to spread awareness about the dangers of trafficking. School children, teachers, community members, NGOs, police, local administration and local media will actively participate to mark the day.
“We are excited to be part of Every8Minutes campaign for the second time. Our NGO is located in the hinterlands of Bihar, where many young girls and children are prone to trafficking. This campaign will be a great opportunity to collaborate with local police and administration to garner their support in our fight against child trafficking.” Dr Frazana Begum, Founder and Secretary, RAHAT.
The campaign will also inspire public to take action in their hands by reporting to local police, local Anti Human Trafficking Units and other local administrations if they see any child in danger. The campaign will empower them to report seeing any child in distress to the national helpline, CHILDLINE 1098.
As you are reading this report, we will be hitting the streets and other public places around the country, determined to spread the message of child trafficking boldly and loudly until this societal shame and menace is eradicated from our society.
We would not be where we are today without your love and support. We urge you to continue to support us in our fight to combat child trafficking. If you happen to be in India, please dial 100 for police and 1098 CHILDLINE if you see any child in danger.
Thank you for continuing to make a difference.
With deep gratitude,
iPartner India Team
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