BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Human Trafficking Academy - ECPv6.6.4.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Human Trafficking Academy X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Human Trafficking Academy REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20210101T000000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250206T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250206T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134224 CREATED:20241014T142241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T195355Z UID:13479-1738843200-1738857600@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:2025 Gillen- Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship DESCRIPTION:Gold Blue Elegant Vintage Wedding Livestream Youtube Thumbnail (Presentation) (8) \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\nGillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship\nApplication Deadline: January 20\, 2025\n\nThe Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship was established in memory of Michele Gillen and Kyla Massey by A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center together with contributions from their loved ones and other supporters of the LL.M./J.S.D. Program in Intercultural Human Rights of St. Thomas University College of Law. The Scholarship provides financial assistance to meritorious graduate students who have demonstrated a commitment to human rights issues currently enrolled in the Intercultural Human Rights Program at St. Thomas University College of Law\, a Program that both Ms. Gillen and Ms. Massey cooperated with against human trafficking for many years. \nThe Scholarship recipient(s) will be announced on February 6\, 2025\, at The Gillen-Massey Award Luncheon \n\nAbout the Namesake\n\n\nMichele Gillen was a celebrated investigative news journalist and South Florida television news anchor whose notable career won her 39 National Academy of Television Arts and Science (NATAS) Regional Emmy awards\, the Columbia DuPont Silver Baton\, the Edward R. Murrow Award for Investigative Reporting and three Green Eyeshade Awards\, among many other honors. She was well-known for her investigation “Invisible Chains” –  an expose into human trafficking and modern day slavery in America and across the globe. In cooperation with St. Thomas University and Professor Dr. Roza Pati\, a first of its kind international conference in South Florida to fight human trafficking was held at St. Thomas University College of Law in 2004. This partnership continued for many years. Ms. Gillen produced the award-winning short documentary\, Trapped: Lessons from the Trenches\, which featured Kyla Massey’s story.  It received a local Emmy in 2017 in the category of Societal Concerns – News. The film exposed the raw but intimate face of the hidden world of human trafficking including its nexus with mental illness\, drug addiction\, foster care\, and suicide. Trapped also illuminated a path towards hope and featured the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy. Ms. Gillen passed away in June 2021 and continues to be remembered for her prolific investigative journalism\, passion for the truth\, and as a champion of the vulnerable and exploited. \nKyla Massey was a survivor of human trafficking in Florida who used her experiences and voice to help other victims.  She bravely and selflessly shared her raw story with the world.  Ms. Massey once said that even if things did not change for her\, she wanted to use her voice to help others above all else.  She was a mother of two daughters and a son whom she loved greatly.  She passed away in July 2020 at the age of 30\, but her voice\, story\, and legacy continue to educate and inspire others. \n\nTo Donate to the Scholarship\n\nYour support is invaluable to our mission. Together\, we can ensure that deserving students have the necessary resources to succeed. To make a gift towards the Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship\, you may do so online or via check. \nTo donate online: \n\nClick HERE to visit the website. \nEnter desired donation amount.\nUnder gift options and select “Gillen Massey Scholarship.”\nProceed accordingly!\n\nTo donate via check: \n\n\n\nMake your check payable to “St. Thomas University.”\nWrite “Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship” in the memo line.\nMail check to:\n\n\n\nAttn: Camila Puerta\nThe John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy\nSt. Thomas University College of Law\n16401 NW 37th Avenue\, Suite 206\nMiami Gardens\, FL 33054\n  \n\nTo Apply for the Scholarship\n\nEligible graduate students currently enrolled in the Intercultural Human Rights Program at St. Thomas University College of Law must submit their applications for the Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship on or before January 20\, 2025. \n\nAmount\n\n\nThe winner of the Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship will receive an award in an amount determined annually. \n\nRequirements\n\n\nPrize(s) will be awarded on the basis of an essay contest. Qualifying essays must address issues regarding human rights and/or human trafficking as presented in the short film TRAPPED: Lessons from the Trenches.  Essays should comprise at least 1\,000 words. The evaluation criteria for this scholarship also recognizes the acquisition of knowledge and its practical application\, including factors such as the applicant’s future plans\, community service\, work experience as well as soft skills. \n\nEligibility\n\n\nAll students currently enrolled in the LL.M. or J.S.D. Program in Intercultural Human Rights at St. Thomas University College of Law are eligible to apply for the scholarship. By applying to this scholarship\, applicants commit to attend the Awards luncheon event that will be held on February 6\, 2025. \n\nProcedure\n\n\nApplicants will submit their essays together with their resume directly to the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy\, by email at humantrafficking@stu.edu \, by January 20\, 2025. Late submissions will not be accepted. The scholarship recipient will be selected by an Award Committee based on an evaluation of the quality and originality of each applicant’s essay. The scholarship recipient will be announced in February each year in conjunction with the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy’s Annual Gillen-Massey Award. \n\nAward Committee\n\n\nThe Award Committee will be comprised of representative(s) of A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center and Professor Dr. Roza Pati\, St. John Paul II Distinguished Professor of Law\, Director of the LL.M./J.S.D. Program in Intercultural Human Rights and Founding Director of the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy or their chosen representatives. The selection of the winning essay(s) rests solely with the Award Committee and cannot be appealed. \n\nIn Partnership With\n  URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/2025gm-ihr-scholarship/ LOCATION:Goldbloom Convocation Hall at Main Library\, St. Thomas University College of Law\, 16401 NW 37th Ave.\, Miami\, FL\, 33054\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Gold-Blue-Elegant-Vintage-Wedding-Livestream-Youtube-Thumbnail-Presentation-8.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250206T001500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250206T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134224 CREATED:20250127T155652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T173005Z UID:13632-1738800900-1738854000@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:The 2025 Gillen-Massey Award Luncheon DESCRIPTION:The Goldbloom Convocation Hall (Main Library)\, St. Thomas University\n\nRSVP\n“We cannot rest until trafficking in human persons is eliminated from the globe.”\n– Archbishop Thomas G. Wenski\, Archdiocese of Miami\n  \nProgram\n\n12:15pm – 12:45pm: Mass\, St.Bakhita Day of Prayer and Reflection\nJoin us for mass  at the Chapel of St. Anthony as we pray for victims and survivors of Human Trafficking. The St. Bakhita International Day of Prayer and Human Trafficking Awareness is an annual event observed on February 8th to raise awareness about the issue of human trafficking and advocate for the rights of its victims. The day is named after St. Josephine Bakhita\, a Sudanese slave who was sold into slavery at a young age and later became a Catholic nun. Her life story serves as an inspiration to many and highlights the importance of promoting human dignity and freedom. Through prayer and education\, this day aims to promote a world free from human trafficking and exploitation. \n\n\n\n\n12:45pm – 3pm: The Gillen-Massey Award Luncheon\nThe Gillen-Massey Award\, annually held in February was established by A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center and The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University Benjamin L. Crump College of Law. Nominated by members of the community\, the award is presented to deserving journalists\, survivors\, educators\, service providers\, legal professionals and advocates of any field combatting human trafficking throughout the world in honor and remembrance of the Award’s namesakes: Michele Gillen and Kyla Massey. \n\n\n\n2025 Award Recipients\n\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n \nThe Honorable Bella Hounakey\nProgram Manager\, Administration for Children & Families\nOffice of Refugee Resettlement (ORR)\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\nRead Bio\n[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n \nCallahan Walsh\nExecutive Director of the Florida Branch\nNational Center for Missing & Exploited Children \nCo-host\, “America’s Most Wanted” & “In Pursuit”\nRead Bio\n[/vc_column][/vc_row]\n  \nFor information about previous recipients of The Gillen-Massey Award\, please visit:\nPast Recipients URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/2025gillen-massey-award/ LOCATION:Goldbloom Convocation Hall at Main Library\, St. Thomas University College of Law\, 16401 NW 37th Ave.\, Miami\, FL\, 33054\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241024T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241024T193000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134224 CREATED:20241007T195533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T161910Z UID:13469-1729785600-1729798200@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:Razing Liberty Square: Film & Forum DESCRIPTION:White Modern Travel Poster (A2 (Landscape)) (8) \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\nRSVP TODAY\nThe LL.M./ J.S.D. Program in Intercultural Human Rights in cooperation with PBS\, The Smile Trust\, The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy\, The Student Bar Association\, The Black Law Student Association\, The Caribbean Law Student Association\, Anti-Human Trafficking Law Society are honored to invite you to an evening dedicated to the screening and a discussion forum about the documentary “Razing Liberty Square\,” a thought-provoking documentary by Academy nominated filmmaker Katja Esson. The documentary delves into critical issues of our time such as climate change\, gentrification\, and the challenges faced by low-income housing communities. \nLiberty City\, Miami\, once home to one of the oldest segregated public housing projects in the U.S.\, now grapples with rising sea levels\, transforming the neighborhood’s higher ground into sought-after real estate. As wealthy property owners push inland to higher ground\, a speculators’ market emerges in this historically Black neighborhood\, previously overlooked by developers and policy-makers alike. \nA distinguished panel will engage in a comprehensive discussion\, weaving the film’s themes with their broader societal implications. A networking reception will follow in the Cordero Breezeway of the College of Law. \nWelcome & Opening Remarks\n\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\nThe Honorable Tarlika Nunez-Navarro\nDean\nBenjamin L. Crump College of Law\nSt. Thomas University\nRead Bio[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\nDr. Roza Pati\nSt. John Paul II Distinguished Professor of Law\nDirector\, LL.M/J.S.D Intercultural Human Rights\nDirector\, Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy\nRead Bio[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\nRobin M. Peguero\, Moderator\nAssistant Professor of Law\nBenjamin L. Crump College of Law\nSt. Thomas University \nRead Bio\n[/vc_column][/vc_row]\n\nPanelists\n\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\nKatja Esson \nAcademy Award Nominated Filmmaker\nRead Bio[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\nValencia Gunder \nCeo/Co-Founder\, The Smile Trust Inc\,.\nRead Bio[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\nRev. Dr. Alfred Cioffi \nDirector of  Bioethics\, St. Thomas University\nRead Bio\n[/vc_column][/vc_row]\n\n  \nView Event Program >\nDirections & Campus Map > URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/razing-liberty-square-film-forum/ LOCATION:St. Thomas University College of Law (Moot Court Room)\, 16401 NW 37th Avenue\, Miami Gardens\, FL\, 33054\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/White-Modern-Travel-Poster-A2-Landscape.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240929 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240930 DTSTAMP:20260407T134224 CREATED:20240823T180249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T192207Z UID:13375-1727568000-1727654399@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:2024 World Day of Migrants and Refugees DESCRIPTION:“It is the LORD\, your God\, who marches with you\, he will never forsake you.” \n–Deuteronomy 31:6 \nSunday\, September 29\, 2024\, will mark the Vatican’s 110th World Day of Migrants and Refugees.  The Church has been celebrating the World Day of Migrants and Refugees (WDMR) since 1914. It is always an occasion to express concern for different vulnerable people on the move and survivors of human trafficking; to pray for them as they face many challenges; and to increase awareness about the opportunities that migration offers. \nThe Holy Father has chosen the theme “God walks with His people\,” reminding us that all of us\, God’s people\, are migrants on this earth\, on our way to the “true homeland\,” the Kingdom of Heaven. Migrants are a contemporary icon of people on a journey\, the Church on a journey\, and at the same time\, it is in them and in all our vulnerable brothers and sisters that we can encounter the Lord who walks with us.  The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy joins in this celebration with various events. \n \nUpcoming Events\n\n  \n \nMass  Honoring The Vatican’s 110th World Day of Migrants & Refugees\nSunday\, September 29\, 2024 at 7pm\, Chapel of St. Anthony\nIn partnership with Campus Ministry at St. Thomas University\, join us in-person for Mass to reflect and pray for migrants\, refugees\, host families\, and survivors of human trafficking as we commit ourselves to building a future with migrants and refugees. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nLuncheon Panel\, 2024 World Day of Migrants and Refugees: God Walks with His People\nMonday\, September 30\, 2024 \nPanel and lunch featuring Sister Norma Pimentel and Rabbi Dr. Kogan discussing challenges and opportunities for migrants\, refugees and the host communities in the US and around the world. We join in reflection for “migrants fleeing from war or hunger\, forced to undertake journeys full of danger and violence\,” and call for action that migrants and refugees “find welcome and new opportunities in the countries that receive them\,” simultaneously respecting countries’ laws and regulations\, as people build a new life. \n Read More & RSVP\n  \n  \n\nMessage from His Holiness Pope Francis\n\n \n \nResource Videos\n\n  \n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\nGod Walks with His people – Pope Francis’ Appeal \n[vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FlVFBfgesFw&t=8s”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\nGod Walks with His people – WDMR2024 \n[vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k5lyibguPRE&list=PLnS3YdZwNB2yTYcUhLiVn16qIzOEdxB3x&index=3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n[/vc_column]\n \nResources\n\n  \n \nPastoral Orientations on Intercultural Migrant Ministry 2022\nThe Pastoral Orientations on Intercultural Migrant Ministry aim to offer concrete suggestions and guidance for action which can be articulated by four verbs: welcome\, protect\, promote and integrate. With these verbs the Holy Father summarized the Catholic Church’s commitment towards all those living in the existential peripheries\, for “it is not a case of implementing welfare programmes from the top down\, but rather of undertaking a journey together\, through these four actions\, in order to build cities and countries that\, while preserving their respective cultural and religious identity\, are open to differences and know how to promote them in the spirit of human fraternity.” \nDownload\n  \nPastoral Orientations on Climate Displaced People 2021\nPastoral Orientations on Climate Displaced People highlights ten challenges pertaining to climate change displacement and its victims. These challenges\, together with the suggested Catholic Church responses\, constitute markers for a roadmap in pastoral planning for climate displaced people\, and\, with this document\, they extend the Pope’s pastoral concern to climate displaced people. \nDownload\n  \n  \n \nPastoral Orientations on Internally Displaced People 2020\nPope Francis gives enormous importance to the plight of the millions of forgotten men\, women and children forced to migrate within their own countries and known internationally as internally displaced people (IDPs). In his 2020 greeting for the New Year to the Diplomatic Corps accredited to the Holy See\, Pope Francis explicitly addressed the urgent needs of internally displaced people\, and his compassionate concern serves as an excellent introduction to the new Pastoral Orientations on Internally Displaced People.  It is the purpose of the Pastoral Orientations on Internally Displaced People to offer suggestions and guidance for action based on four verbs: welcome\, protect\, promote and integrate. \nDownload\n  \n \nPastoral Orientations on Human Trafficking 2018\nMillions of men\, women and children are trafficked and enslaved around the world. In 2018\, The Migrants & Refugees Section (M&R) held two consultations with Church leaders\, scholars and experienced practitioners and partner organizations working in the field. Participants exchanged experiences and viewpoints\, addressing relevant aspects of the phenomenon. The Church’s full response was considered\, and this six-months process resulted in the Pastoral Orientations on Human Trafficking\, which provides a reading of Human Trafficking and an understanding that motivate and sustain the much-needed long-term struggle. \nDownload\n  \n \nTowards the Global Compacts on Migrants and on Refugees 2018\nThis booklet presents three documents which provide the teaching\, reflections and pastoral guidance of Pope Francis regarding the various issues concerning migrants and refugees. From the beginning of his pontificate\, using persuasive words and deeds\, Pope Francis has urged the Church to accompany all people who are compelled to leave their country. In 2017\, he established the Migrants and Refugees Section (M&R) to help him implement this pastoral objective. While M&R forms part of the new Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development under the direction of Cardinal Peter Turkson\, the Section is personally guided by the Holy Father for the time being.     \nDownload\n  \nLaudato Si’: On Care for Our Common Home\nPeople on the move due to weather and more aggravating circumstances of climate change are particularly vulnerable to exploitation of all sorts\, including human trafficking.  Laudato Si’: On Care for Our Common Home is the appeal from Pope Francis addressed to “every person living on this planet” for an inclusive dialogue about how we are shaping the future of our planet.  Pope Francis calls the Church and the world to acknowledge the urgency of our environmental challenges and to join him in embarking on a new path. \nDownload\n  \n  \nWorld Migration Report 2020\nSince 2000\, IOM has been producing world migration reports. The World Migration Report 2020\, the tenth in the world migration report series\, has been produced to contribute to increased understanding of migration throughout the world. This new edition presents key data and information on migration as well as thematic chapters on highly topical migration issues\, and is structured to focus on two key contributions for readers: Part I: key information on migration and migrants (including migration-related statistics); and Part II: balanced\, evidence-based analysis of complex and emerging migration issues. \nDownload\n  \n\n  \nConvention and Protocol Relating to the Status of Refugees\nThe 1951 Refugee Convention and its 1967 Protocol are the key legal documents that define international refugee protection. \nDownload\n  \n  \n  \nInternational Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families\nThe International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families is a United Nations multilateral treaty governing the protection of migrant workers and families.  The Convention sets out how to prevent abuses and address the challenges that migrant workers face. \nDownload\n  \nSocial Media Shareables\n\n  \n  \n     \n  URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/2024wdmr/ LOCATION:FL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/WDMR_EN_1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240729T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240802T151500 DTSTAMP:20260407T134224 CREATED:20240514T162652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T180720Z UID:13135-1722243600-1722611700@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:2024 Human Trafficking Academy DESCRIPTION:In Person or Remote\n9:00 am – 3:15 pm\n\n \n \n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\nThe National Center for Missing and Exploited Children estimates that “1 in 6 of the more than 28\,800 cases of children reported missing to NCMEC in 2023 were likely victims of child sex trafficking\,” and of the children who were reported missing and run away from the welfare system\, 19% were likely victims of sex trafficking. The U.S. Department and Health of Human Services\, Office of the Inspector General\, concludes in its 2022 Report that 65% of children under their review were not screened for whether they were victims of sex trafficking after they returned to foster care system\, as required by Federal and State law. \nIn Florida\, the Department of Children and Families reports that in the period of 2022-2023\, its Florida Abuse Hotline recorded 1627 cases involving children alleging human trafficking maltreatments. \nThis issue is also prevalent at the global level. In 2022\, the UNODC brought to the fore the fact that young victims under the age of 18 were mostly identified as human trafficking cases in our next-door neighboring countries of Central America and the Caribbean. \nThese statistics reveal an enormous problem of child trafficking in our society. The Human Trafficking Academy invites you to address the issue of youth trafficking in one intensive week of coursework. The Academy will examine the risk factors that make youth susceptible to trafficking\, such as adverse childhood experiences\, technology and health risk behaviors\, children involved with the juvenile justice system\, those placed in child welfare\, etc. The experts in this training will also explore the reasons why the system fails to effectively address youth vulnerability\, discuss the gaps in policy\, law\, and practice related to youth protection and safety\, and it will search for solutions for the best way forward. \nEminent experts from multidisciplinary areas of law and social sciences will gather at St. Thomas College of Law to share their invaluable expertise and experience at this year’s Academy. \nChild service institutions\, law enforcement agencies\, service providers\, health care professionals\, state and federal agencies\, practitioners\, journalists\, academics\, undergraduate and graduate students\, human trafficking survivors\, religious institutions and the general public are all welcome to attend\, as we work together to better serve children and restore their freedom and dignity. \nA remote attendance option is available for those who cannot travel to the event.* \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color=”#efefef” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\nREGISTRATION FEES\n\n\n\nStandard: $400\n(Deadline : Friday\, July 19\, 2024)\n\nA 25% discount is available for\n(1) students with proof of valid student I.D.; or\n(2) organizations/institutions that register three or more participants. \n* Full Scholarships for Survivors of Human Trafficking * \nPlease contact us for further details at humantrafficking@stu.edu or 305-628-2322. \n \n \n \n\nCOURSE INFORMATION\n\n\nCurriculum   Instructors  Schedule\n*Certificate Awarded by St. Thomas University College of Law.*\nCLE Credits pending approval by the Florida Bar.\n  \nRegister FAQs Directions & Campus Map Hotel Info\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_column column_padding=”padding-3-percent” column_padding_position=”right” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-6-percent” column_padding_position=”left” background_color=”#ffffff” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/4″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column_inner] \n* The Academy strongly encourages all participants to attend the Academy in person at the St. Thomas University College of Law campus in Miami\, Florida.  However\, for those who cannot travel\, the Academy may be viewed remotely (materials will be provided electronically).  Please note that the remote format will be a livestream of the event only (no discussion boards) and must be viewed by remote participants in real time.  A link for the live sessions will be provided to online participants to view each course synchronously via Zoom (no recordings will be available once the live session has ended).  The ability to ask questions of instructors or directly participate in working groups will be unavailable for those who choose the remote attendance option. URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/2024academy/ LOCATION:St. Thomas University Benjamin L. Crump College of Law\, 16401 NW 37th Avenue\, Miami Gardens\, FL\, 33054\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/HTA2022-SAVE-THE-DATE-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240410T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240410T173000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134224 CREATED:20240322T171705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T171012Z UID:13098-1712764800-1712770200@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Invites you to "Gang- Controlled Sex Trafficking" Presentation DESCRIPTION:RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy will host a presentation on Gang-Controlled Sex Trafficking\, on Wednesday\, April 10\, 2024\,  featuring The Honorable Michael Frank\, Magistrate Judge\, U.S. District Court\, Northern District of Florida Pensacola. Judge Frank will discuss the way gangs have turned to sex trafficking to fill their coffers with illicit profits. Criminal enterprises have always found creative ways to make money outside of the confines of the law. They do so through the commission of robberies and the operation of extortion schemes\, gambling enterprises\, narcotics distribution rings\, and loan sharking ventures. Prostitution and sex trafficking have also been an important source of revenue for organized criminals. For a number of reasons\, sex trafficking has even stronger appeal to criminal street gangs. Among other things\, sex trafficking is highly profitable; it entails relatively minimal risk of detection by the police\, and gangs already possess many of the tools and connections necessary to operate a sex trafficking venture. For these and other reasons\, law enforcement agencies have seen an increase in gang activity\, including gang-controlled sex trafficking. Their penchant for violence and experience with other unlawful activities make gang involvement in sex trafficking a dangerous combination. \nJudge Frank will further explain the mechanisms by which gangs traffic victims\, including the means by which gangs recruit and maintain victims\, the tools they use to market victims to customers and the methods they employ to prevent victims from escaping their clutches. He will provide examples of these activities from sex trafficking cases prosecuted in federal courts throughout the United States and discuss the attributes of gangs that make them formidable sex traffickers\, including their structure\, discipline\, and reputation for violence. \nWhether you are a law student\, law enforcement professional\, advocate\, or community leader\, this presentation offers a unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge\, engage in meaningful dialogue about  gang-controlled sex trafficking. \n\nJudge Michael Frank\n\n\n\n\nMichael FrankMagistrate Judge\, U.S. District Court\, Northern District of Florida Pensacola\, FloridaJudge Michael Frank is the chief magistrate judge of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida. Prior to his judicial appointment\, Judge Frank served in the U.S. Department of Justice as an Associate Deputy Attorney General and counsel to the Deputy Attorney General. He was the Justice Department’s national coordinator to combat human trafficking and child exploitation crimes. Judge Frank also previously served as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Eastern District of Virginia. He served as the human trafficking crimes coordinator and prosecuted many types of human trafficking cases\, including gang-controlled sex trafficking cases. Prior to that\, he was a federal prosecutor in the Criminal Section of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division. In that role\, he prosecuted both labor and sex trafficking cases throughout the United States. Prior to joining the Justice Department\, Judge Frank was a judge advocate in the U.S. Army JAG Corps. While deployed to Iraq\, Judge Frank prosecuted terrorists who had attacked Coalition forces. Judge Frank served as a law clerk to the Hon. Daniel A. Manion of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit. In the United States and internationally\, Judge Frank has provided training on human trafficking to judges\, investigators\, and prosecutors. He also has served as an adjunct professor at George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs and the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School\, and as visiting faculty at the University of Notre Dame Law School. \n\n\n\nMaterials\n\n\nClick HERE to read Gang-Controlled Sex Trafficking by Michael J. Frank & G. Zachary Terwilliger. \nPublished by Virginia Journal of Criminal Law. URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/gang-control-sex-trafficking/ LOCATION:FL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Gang-Control-Sex-Trafficking-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240318 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240319 DTSTAMP:20260407T134224 CREATED:20240315T200138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T191055Z UID:13070-1710720000-1710806399@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:Too Much To Bear Campaign DESCRIPTION:The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy has partnered with Take the Girls Back Organization to bring you the “Too Much to Bear” campaign. The symbolic teddy bear campaign aims to raise awareness about human trafficking victims. In Florida alone\, 1\,627 children have been reported to the Abuse Hotline as potential victims of human trafficking. On Monday\, March 18th\, we invite you to come view our bear display at the Alberto Sotero Family Plaza at St. Thomas University and to learn more about child trafficking. URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/too-much-to-bear-campaign/ LOCATION:St. Thomas University Benjamin L. Crump College of Law\, 16401 NW 37th Avenue\, Miami Gardens\, FL\, 33054\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Tarlika-Navarro_President-Armstrong_Roza-Pati_Celeste-George.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy":MAILTO:humantrafficking@stu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240208T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240208T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134224 CREATED:20240205T060806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T191453Z UID:12959-1707386400-1707404400@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:Human Trafficking Training and The Gillen-Massey Award Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Venue: The Goldbloom Convocation Hall (Main Library)\, St. Thomas University\n \nRSVP\n“We cannot rest until trafficking in human persons is eliminated from the globe.”\n– Archbishop Thomas G. Wenski\, Archdiocese of Miami\n  \nProgram\n\n10am – 12pm Training: The Evolution of Anti-Trafficking Law in the United States\nThe Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (TVPA) established a framework and is considered the first comprehensive federal law to address trafficking in persons. Since its creation\, this federal law has looked to address human trafficking domestically and internationally by using a multi-pronged approach: prevention\, protection\, prosecution\, and partnership. Understanding this helps us recognize the type of services\, data collection tools\, and partnership models that have been developed throughout this time. Furthermore\, as the TVPA has been re-authorized multiple times\, the goal has been to address new gaps and identifying ways of improving assistance to those that have been victims of this crime. As the TVPA has evolved for over 20 years\, it also is important to note and learn about how it has impacted the development of state laws. \nThis presentation will explore the evolution of the key law to address trafficking in persons in the United States\, its impact on state legislation\, and gaps that remain in this tool to combat human trafficking. Reviewing all of these elements allows us to highlight the relevance and importance of understanding this law\, as it impacts thousands of minors and adults in the United States and worldwide. \n\n\nDistinguished Panel\n\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n \nDr. Regina Bernadin\nDirector of Protection in the Safety\, Health and Education Technical Unit  \nInternational Rescue Committee (IRC) \nRead Bio\n  \n[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n \n\n\nCristobal Perez Morales\nDirector\, Law Student Support Services  \nBenjamin L. Crump College of Law \nRead Bio\n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n12:15pm – 1pm: Mass\, St.Bakhita Day of Prayer and Reflection\nJoin us for mass  at the Chapel of St. Anthony as we pray for victims and survivors of Human Trafficking. The St. Bakhita International Day of Prayer and Human Trafficking Awareness is an annual event observed on February 8th to raise awareness about the issue of human trafficking and advocate for the rights of its victims. The day is named after St. Josephine Bakhita\, a Sudanese slave who was sold into slavery at a young age and later became a Catholic nun. Her life story serves as an inspiration to many and highlights the importance of promoting human dignity and freedom. Through prayer and education\, this day aims to promote a world free from human trafficking and exploitation. \n  \n\n\n\n\n1pm – 3pm: The Gillen-Massey Award Luncheon\nThe Gillen-Massey Award\, annually held on February 8th was established by A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center and The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University Benjamin L. Crump College of Law. Annually\, the award is presented to deserving journalists\, survivors\, educators\, service providers\, legal professionals and advocates of any field combatting human trafficking throughout the world in honor and remembrance of the Award’s namesakes: Michele Gillen and Kyla Massey. \n  \n2024 Award Recipients\n\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n \nMarcela Loaiza Foundation\nLearn More\n[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n \nJessica Kahn Obenauf\, Esq\,\nDeputy Chief Assistant United States Attorney \nUnited States Attorney Office\, Southern District of Florida \n\nRead Bio\n[/vc_column][/vc_row]\n  URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/training-and-gillenmasseyawardluncheon/ LOCATION:St. Thomas University Goldbloom Convocation Hall (Main Library)\, 16401 NW 37th Ave.\, Miami\, FL\, 33054\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Your-paragraph-text-8.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240209 DTSTAMP:20260407T134224 CREATED:20231213T213533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T202936Z UID:12890-1707350400-1707436799@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:2024 Gillen- Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship DESCRIPTION:Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship\nApplication Deadline: January 31\, 2024\n\nThe Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship was established in memory of Michele Gillen and Kyla Massey by A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center together with contributions from their loved ones and other supporters of the LL.M./J.S.D. Program in Intercultural Human Rights of St. Thomas University College of Law. The Scholarship provides financial assistance to meritorious graduate students who have demonstrated a commitment to human rights issues currently enrolled in the Intercultural Human Rights Program at St. Thomas University College of Law\, a Program that both Ms. Gillen and Ms. Massey cooperated with against human trafficking for many years. \nThe Scholarship recipient(s) will be announced at the International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking event at St. Thomas University in Miami Gardens\, Florida\, on February 8\, 2024\, at 1:30 p.m. The recipient of the Gillen-Massey Award will also be announced at the event. \n\nAbout the Namesake\n\n\nThis scholarship honors the memory of Michele Gillen and Kyla Massey and seeks to provide financial assistance to LL.M./J.S.D. students in the Intercultural Human Rights Program at St. Thomas University College of Law\, a Program that both Ms. Gillen and Ms. Massey cooperated with against human trafficking for many years. \nMichele Gillen was a celebrated investigative news journalist and South Florida television news anchor whose notable career won her 39 National Academy of Television Arts and Science (NATAS) Regional Emmy awards\, the Columbia DuPont Silver Baton\, the Edward R. Murrow Award for Investigative Reporting and three Green Eyeshade Awards\, among many other honors. She was well-known for her investigation “Invisible Chains” –  an expose into human trafficking and modern day slavery in America and across the globe. In cooperation with St. Thomas University and Professor Dr. Roza Pati\, a first of its kind international conference in South Florida to fight human trafficking was held at St. Thomas University College of Law in 2004. This partnership continued for many years. Ms. Gillen produced the award-winning short documentary\, Trapped: Lessons from the Trenches\, which featured Kyla Massey’s story.  It received a local Emmy in 2017 in the category of Societal Concerns – News. The film exposed the raw but intimate face of the hidden world of human trafficking including its nexus with mental illness\, drug addiction\, foster care\, and suicide. Trapped also illuminated a path towards hope and featured the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy. Ms. Gillen passed away in June 2021 and continues to be remembered for her prolific investigative journalism\, passion for the truth\, and as a champion of the vulnerable and exploited. \nKyla Massey was a survivor of human trafficking in Florida who used her experiences and voice to help other victims.  She bravely and selflessly shared her raw story with the world.  Ms. Massey once said that even if things did not change for her\, she wanted to use her voice to help others above all else.  She was a mother of two daughters and a son whom she loved greatly.  She passed away in July 2020 at the age of 30\, but her voice\, story\, and legacy continue to educate and inspire others. \n  \n\nTo Donate to the Scholarship\n\nYour support is invaluable to our mission. Together\, we can ensure that deserving students have the necessary resources to succeed. To make a gift towards the Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship\, you may do so online or via check. \nTo donate online: \n\nClick HERE to visit the website. \nEnter desired donation amount.\nUnder gift options and select “Gillen Massey Scholarship.”\nProceed accordingly!\n\nTo donate via check: \n\nMake your check payable to “St. Thomas University.”\nWrite “Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship” in the memo line.\nMail check to:\n\nAttn: Camila Puerta\nThe John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy\nSt. Thomas University College of Law\n16401 NW 37th Avenue\, Suite 206\nMiami Gardens\, FL 33054\n  \n\nTo Apply for the Scholarship\n\nEligible graduate students currently enrolled in the Intercultural Human Rights Program at St. Thomas University College of Law must submit their applications for the Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship on or before January 31\, 2024. \n\nAmount\n\n\nThe winner of the Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship will receive an award in an amount determined annually. \n\nRequirements\n\n\nPrize(s) will be awarded on the basis of an essay contest. Qualifying essays must address issues regarding human rights and/or human trafficking as presented in the short film TRAPPED: Lessons from the Trenches.  Essays should comprise at least 1\,000 words. \n\nEligibility\n\n\nAll students currently enrolled in the LL.M. or J.S.D. Program in Intercultural Human Rights at St. Thomas University College of Law are eligible to apply for the scholarship. By applying to this scholarship\, applicants commit to attend the Awards luncheon event that will be held on February 8\, 2o24. \n\nProcedure\n\n\nApplicants will submit their essays together with their resume directly to the Office of the LL.M. Program in Intercultural Human Rights by January 31\,2024. Late submissions will not be accepted. The scholarship recipient(s) will be selected by an Award Committee based on an evaluation of the quality and originality of each applicant’s essay. The scholarship recipient(s) will be announced in February each year in conjunction with the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy’s International Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking annual event. \n\nAward Committee\n\n\nThe Award Committee will be comprised of representative(s) of A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center and Professor Dr. Roza Pati\, St. John Paul II Distinguished Professor of Law\, Director of the LL.M./J.S.D. Program in Intercultural Human Rights and Founding Director of the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy or their chosen representatives. The selection of the winning essay(s) rests solely with the Award Committee and cannot be appealed. \n\nIn Partnership With\n  URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/2024gillenmasseyscholarship/ LOCATION:FL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Inaugural-Gillen-Massey-Intercultural-Human-Rights-Scholarship-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy":MAILTO:humantrafficking@stu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240209 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20231117T102018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T181338Z UID:12282-1707350400-1707436799@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:2024 Gillen-Massey Award Nominations DESCRIPTION:The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy and A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center are accepting nominations for the 2024 Gillen-Massey Award  through January 19\, 2024. \n\nThe Gillen-Massey Award\, annually held on February 8th\,was established by A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center in 2022 with the inaugural Award presented to Dr. Roza Pati\, Founding Director of the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University Benjamin L. Crump College of Law. Since that time\, A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center and the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University Benjamin L. Crump College of Law annually receive nominations for deserving journalists\, survivors\, educators\, service providers\, and advocates combatting human trafficking throughout the world in honor and remembrance of the Award’s namesakes: Michele Gillen and Kyla Massey. \n“Michele Gillen was a larger-than-life personality\, a formidable journalist who put her sharp wisdom and unbound passion into exploring a hidden problem in our own backyard at a time when no one else did. I deeply treasure having partnered with her since the early 2000s. Kyla Massey was everyone’s daughter\, sister\, friend exploited in an industry that commodifies human beings – a ruthless and pervasive phenomenon that should shock the conscience of everyone. She is an angel who we can never forget\,” said Dr. Roza Pati\, Founding Director of the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy. \nThe Award recipient will be announced at the Gillen-Massey Award Luncheon at St. Thomas University in Miami Gardens\, Florida\, on February 2024 (details of program forthcoming). \nNomination Process:\n\nTo nominate a candidate for the 2024 Gillen-Massey Award\, please submit the following as a Word or PDF attachment via email to humantrafficking@stu.edu by January 19\, 2024\, at 11:59 p.m.: \n\nA cover letter addressing the nominee’s award criteria;\nThe nominee’s resume (including their full name\, address\, email\, and phone number); and\nAny other supporting documentation for the selection committee’s consideration.\n\nAward Criteria:\n\nNominees for the Gillen-Massey Award may include journalists\, survivors\, educators\, service providers\, and advocates in the faith-based\, public\, private\, nonprofit sectors\, and beyond.  Qualities of a strong nominee for the Gillen-Massey Award may include the following: \n\nDemonstrates a history of significant activities and dedication against human trafficking on the local\, national\, or international level.\nRaises awareness on substantial issues related to trafficking in persons through investigative reporting or other journalistic efforts.\nChampions efforts against human trafficking through work in the trenches that reach the most vulnerable and those on the fringes of society in unique ways.\nIncreases the body of knowledge against human trafficking through research and scholarship or develops training or educational initiatives on the issue of trafficking in human beings.\nInspires the faith-based community to collaborate and rise to action to combat trafficking in persons and support survivors as they rebuild their lives.\nPioneers advocacy\, policies\, procedures\, or other activities that improve the lives of victims and survivors of human trafficking and the systems that impact their well-being and integral human development.\n\n\nPast Recipients of Gillen-Massey Award:\n\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\n2023 Award Recipients\n\n[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n[/vc_column][/vc_row]\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\nThe Honorable Kwami Adoboe-Herrera\nMember\, U.S. Advisory Council on Human Trafficking\nU.S. Department of State\nWashington\, D.C. \n[vc_column_text el_class=”popmake-12259″]Read Bio\n[/vc_column_text]\n[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\n\nNoy Thrupkaew\nFellow\, Type Investigations\nDirector\, Ida B. Wells Fellowship Program\nNew York\, NY\n \n[vc_column_text el_class=”popmake-12262″]Read Bio\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]\n  \n\n2022 Award Recipient\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nProfessor Dr. Roza Pati\nSt. John Paul II Distinguished Professor of Law\nFounder and Director\, The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy\nDirector\, LL.M/ J.S.D Program in Intercultural Human Rights\nSt. Thomas University Benjamin L. Crump College of Law\nMember\, Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development\, The Vatican \n  \n[nectar_btn size=”small” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Extra-Color-3″ icon_family=”none” url=”https://www.stu.edu/law/faculty-staff/faculty/roza-pati” text=”Read Bio”]\n  \n\n  \nAbout Michele Gillen and Kyla Massey:\n\nMichele Gillen was a celebrated investigative news journalist and South Florida television news anchor whose notable career won her 39 National Academy of Television Arts and Science (NATAS) Regional Emmy awards\, the Columbia DuPont Silver Baton\, the Edward R. Murrow Award for Investigative Reporting and three Green Eyeshade Awards. She has been honored by the Foundation of American Women in Radio and Television\, including being chosen as the television journalist whose investigations most benefited and helped change the lives of American women. Ms. Gillen had traveled the world to expose and bring unique perspective to critical stories and newsmakers of our time. Her work has been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show\, The O’Reilly Factor on Fox\, and The Huffington Post. She was well-known for her investigation “Invisible Chains” –  an expose into human trafficking and modern day slavery in America and across the globe. In cooperation with St. Thomas University and Dr. Roza Pati\, a first of its kind international conference in South Florida to fight human trafficking was held at St. Thomas University College of Law in 2004. This partnership continued for many years. Ms. Gillen produced the award-winning short documentary\, Trapped: Lessons from the Trenches\, which featured Kyla Massey’s story.  It received a local Emmy in 2017 in the category of Societal Concerns – News.  The film exposed the raw but intimate face of the hidden world of human trafficking including its nexus with mental illness\, drug addiction\, foster care\, and suicide.  Trapped also illuminated a path towards hope and featured the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy. Ms. Gillen passed away in June 2021 and continues to be remembered for her prolific investigative journalism\, passion for the truth\, and as a champion of the vulnerable and exploited. \nKyla Massey was a survivor of human trafficking in Florida who used her experiences and voice to help other victims.  She bravely and selflessly shared her raw story with the world.  Ms. Massey once said that even if things did not change for her\, she wanted to use her voice to help others above all else. She was a mother of two daughters and a son whom she loved greatly. She passed away in July 2020 at the age of 30\, but her voice\, story\, and legacy continue to educate and inspire others. \n  \nTo learn more about Michele Gillen and Kyla Massey\, watch TRAPPED below.\n\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/6″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n[vc_column_text] \nThe opinions\, findings\, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this video are those of the contributors and do not necessarily reflect the official position of The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy or St. Thomas University. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/6″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column][/vc_row]\n\nIn partnership with\n  \n\n\n  URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/gillen-massey2024/ LOCATION:FL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/2024-Gillen-Massey-Award-Final-Page-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240111 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240112 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20240111T222649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T165326Z UID:12924-1704931200-1705017599@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:#WearBlueDay - Stop Human Trafficking DESCRIPTION:  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nToday\, January 11 is the National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of the St. Thomas University College of Law joins the Department of Homeland Security’s Blue Campaign in the #WearBlueDay event to raise awareness and educate the community about human trafficking. \nFollow @DHSBlueCampaign on Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram for more information about #WearBlueDay and Campaign efforts throughout the year. \n\nBlue Campaign Resources\n\nWhat is the Blue Campaign? Informational Brochure \nHuman Trafficking 101 Information Sheet \nHuman Trafficking 101: Acquisition Workforce \nImmigration Options for Victims of Human Trafficking \n  \n\nTools That Teach: What is Human Trafficking?\n\nhttps://www.dhs.gov/xlibrary/videos/blue-campaign/16_04_20_bc-infographic.mp4\n  \n\n  URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/wearblueday/ LOCATION:FL END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230924 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230925 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20230503T183919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T200131Z UID:12570-1695513600-1695599999@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:2023 World Day of Migrants and Refugees DESCRIPTION:“… a foreigner is one of our brothers to recognize and to help …”\n– His Holiness Pope Francis\n \n  \nSunday\, September 24\, 2023\, will mark the Vatican’s 109th World Day of Migrants and Refugees. The Holy Father has chosen the theme “Free to Choose Whether to Migrate or to Stay\,” intending to promote a renewed reflection on a right that has not yet been codified at the international level: the right not to have to migrate or\, in other words\, the right to be able to remain in one’s own land. \nThe Church has been celebrating the World Day of Migrants and Refugees (WDMR) since 1914. It is always an occasion to express concern for different vulnerable people on the move and survivors of human trafficking; to pray for them as they face many challenges; and to increase awareness about the opportunities that migration offers. \nThe John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy joins in this celebration with various events. Stay tuned! \n\nMessage from His Holiness Pope Francis\n\n[nectar_cta btn_style=”see-through” heading_tag=”h6″ text_color=”#862633″ link_type=”new_tab” alignment=”center” text=”Continue Reading” url=”https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/MESSAGE-OF-HIS-HOLINESS-POPE-FRANCIS.pdf”] \nUpcoming Events\n\n  \n \nMass and Reception Honoring the 109th World Day of Migrants & Refugees\nMonday\, September 25\, 2023 | 12:15 pm – 12:45 pm\nIn partnership with Campus Ministry at St. Thomas University\, join us in-person for Mass to reflect and pray for migrants\, refugees\, host families\, and survivors of human trafficking as we commit ourselves to building a future with migrants and refugees. A reception with light refreshments will immediately follow. \nRead More\n  \n  \nServices Towards the Integral Development of Migrants\, Refugees\, and Survivors (CLE)\nOn-Demand Webinar\nThis course was taught by Dr. Hilary Chester\, Associate Director of Anti-Trafficking Programs\, Migration and Refugee Services\, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops\, at The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University College of Law’s intensive\, 15-course training certification\, Migration and Human Trafficking: Tracing Root Causes & Seeking “Intensional” Solutions\, in July 2022. \nWATCH WEBINAR\n  \n  \nCivil Enforcement: Using Anti-Discrimination and Labor Laws to Combat Human Trafficking\nOn-Demand Webinar\nOn July 27\, 2022\, the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University College of Law first presented Civil Enforcement: Using Anti-discrimination and Labor Laws to Combat Human Trafficking as part of the 2022 Human Trafficking Academy: Migration and Human Trafficking: Tracing Root Causes & Seeking “Intensional” Solutions. During this on-demand webinar\, learn as Anna Park\, Regional Attorney\, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission – Los Angeles District Office\, shares her knowledge of how federal anti-discrimination laws can be used to combat trafficking in persons\, including those who migrate for work. \nWATCH WEBINAR\n  \nWorker Driven Responsibility: Addressing Gaps in Labor Protections (CLE)\nOn-Demand Webinar\nThis course was taught by Gerardo Reyes Chavez\, Staff Member & Farmworker\, Coalition of Immokalee Workers (CIW); Ariadna Rico\, Senior Human Rights Investigator & Auditor\, Fair Food Standards Council; and Daniel Werner\, Esq.\, Attorney\, Radford & Keebaugh\, LLC\, Co-Founder\, Workers’ Rights Law Center of New York\, Founding Board Member\, Freedom Network USA\, at The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University College of Law’s intensive\, 15-course training certification\, Migration and Human Trafficking: Tracing Root Causes & Seeking “Intensional” Solutions\, in July 2022. \nWATCH WEBINAR\n\n  \nResource Videos\n\n  \n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\nFor Many Today\, Migrating is the Only Choice \n[vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WngDewkprgM”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\nPastoral Orientations on Human Trafficking \n[vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/l0V7ioCObQs”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\nThe Pope’s Prayer Intention: Human Trafficking \n[vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6zCPq1JHtI”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\nThe Causes of “Forced” Migration \n[vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBpRHd3pwLQ”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\nA Truly Free Choice \n[vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYHMpAPKgrA”][/vc_column]\n \nResources\n\n  \n \nPastoral Orientations on Intercultural Migrant Ministry 2022\nThe Pastoral Orientations on Intercultural Migrant Ministry aim to offer concrete suggestions and guidance for action which can be articulated by four verbs: welcome\, protect\, promote and integrate. With these verbs the Holy Father summarized the Catholic Church’s commitment towards all those living in the existential peripheries\, for “it is not a case of implementing welfare programmes from the top down\, but rather of undertaking a journey together\, through these four actions\, in order to build cities and countries that\, while preserving their respective cultural and religious identity\, are open to differences and know how to promote them in the spirit of human fraternity.” \nDownload\n  \nPastoral Orientations on Climate Displaced People 2021\nPastoral Orientations on Climate Displaced People highlights ten challenges pertaining to climate change displacement and its victims. These challenges\, together with the suggested Catholic Church responses\, constitute markers for a roadmap in pastoral planning for climate displaced people\, and\, with this document\, they extend the Pope’s pastoral concern to climate displaced people. \nDownload\n  \n  \n \nPastoral Orientations on Internally Displaced People 2020\nPope Francis gives enormous importance to the plight of the millions of forgotten men\, women and children forced to migrate within their own countries and known internationally as internally displaced people (IDPs). In his 2020 greeting for the New Year to the Diplomatic Corps accredited to the Holy See\, Pope Francis explicitly addressed the urgent needs of internally displaced people\, and his compassionate concern serves as an excellent introduction to the new Pastoral Orientations on Internally Displaced People.  It is the purpose of the Pastoral Orientations on Internally Displaced People to offer suggestions and guidance for action based on four verbs: welcome\, protect\, promote and integrate. \nDownload\n  \n \nPastoral Orientations on Human Trafficking 2018\nMillions of men\, women and children are trafficked and enslaved around the world. In 2018\, The Migrants & Refugees Section (M&R) held two consultations with Church leaders\, scholars and experienced practitioners and partner organizations working in the field. Participants exchanged experiences and viewpoints\, addressing relevant aspects of the phenomenon. The Church’s full response was considered\, and this six-months process resulted in the Pastoral Orientations on Human Trafficking\, which provides a reading of Human Trafficking and an understanding that motivate and sustain the much-needed long-term struggle. \nDownload\n \nTowards the Global Compacts on Migrants and on Refugees 2018\nThis booklet presents three documents which provide the teaching\, reflections and pastoral guidance of Pope Francis regarding the various issues concerning migrants and refugees. From the beginning of his pontificate\, using persuasive words and deeds\, Pope Francis has urged the Church to accompany all people who are compelled to leave their country. In 2017\, he established the Migrants and Refugees Section (M&R) to help him implement this pastoral objective. While M&R forms part of the new Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development under the direction of Cardinal Peter Turkson\, the Section is personally guided by the Holy Father for the time being.     \nDownload\n  \nLaudato Si’: On Care for Our Common Home\nPeople on the move due to weather and more aggravating circumstances of climate change are particularly vulnerable to exploitation of all sorts\, including human trafficking.  Laudato Si’: On Care for Our Common Home is the appeal from Pope Francis addressed to “every person living on this planet” for an inclusive dialogue about how we are shaping the future of our planet.  Pope Francis calls the Church and the world to acknowledge the urgency of our environmental challenges and to join him in embarking on a new path. \nDownload\n  \n  \nWorld Migration Report 2020\nSince 2000\, IOM has been producing world migration reports. The World Migration Report 2020\, the tenth in the world migration report series\, has been produced to contribute to increased understanding of migration throughout the world. This new edition presents key data and information on migration as well as thematic chapters on highly topical migration issues\, and is structured to focus on two key contributions for readers: Part I: key information on migration and migrants (including migration-related statistics); and Part II: balanced\, evidence-based analysis of complex and emerging migration issues. \nDownload\n  \n\n  \nConvention and Protocol Relating to the Status of Refugees\nThe 1951 Refugee Convention and its 1967 Protocol are the key legal documents that define international refugee protection. \nDownload\n  \n  \n  \nInternational Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families\nThe International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families is a United Nations multilateral treaty governing the protection of migrant workers and families.  The Convention sets out how to prevent abuses and address the challenges that migrant workers face. \nDownload\n  \nSocial Media Shareables\n\n  \n  \n       \n\n[1] Global Estimates of Child Labour: Results and Trends\, 2012-2016\, International Labour Office (ILO)\, Geneva\, 2017.\n[2] Id.\n[3] https://endchildlabour2021.org/\n[4] Worst Forms of Child Labour Convention\, 1999\, Art. 3 (No. 182).\n[5] https://www.alliance87.org/target-8-7/\n[6] Id.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/wdmr2023/ LOCATION:FL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/WDMR-2023-Event-Page.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230718 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230719 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20230622T170802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230623T183017Z UID:12795-1689638400-1689724799@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:Partnering Globally for Best Practices in Education\, Training\, and Advocacy against Human Trafficking DESCRIPTION:On July 18\, 2023\, the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University College of Law is honored to host a delegation of government officials\, dignitaries\, and other professionals from around the world. \nThe twelve participants hail from Austria\, Bangladesh\, Barbados\, Brazil\, Brunei\, Ecuador\, Finland\, Germany\, India\, Iraq\, Malaysia\, and Nepal\, and serve on the frontlines of combatting trafficking in persons and human rights violations in their respective countries. \nThis invitation-only event is part of the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program in cooperation with Global Ties Miami. URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/partnering-globally-for-best-practices-in-education-training-and-advocacy-against-human-trafficking/ LOCATION:St. Thomas University Benjamin L. Crump College of Law\, 16401 NW 37th Avenue\, Miami Gardens\, FL\, 33054\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Global-Ties-Miami-Banner-Webpage-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230301 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230501 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20220113T203334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T202816Z UID:9942-1677628800-1682899199@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:Survivors Who Thrive: A Fireside Chat with Dr. Roza Pati and the Honorable Robert R. Lung DESCRIPTION:The educational impact of learning from human trafficking survivor leaders is unmatched. Their voice\, their resilience\, their wisdom should guide all good law\, policy and practice. From this perspective\, on October 20\, 2021\, Dr. Roza Pati\, Founding Director of The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy\, facilitated an insightful discussion with a foremost survivor leader – The Honorable Robert R. Lung. Through the recount of Judge Lung\, this conversation explores the factors that contribute to the empowerment of survivors of human trafficking\, and the path that they follow to thrive and become leaders in our global community. \nAmong his many accomplishments\, Judge Lung has received Presidential appointments to the National Advisory Committee on the Sex Trafficking of Children and Youth in the U.S. (2017) and the U.S. Advisory Council on Human Trafficking (2018)\, on which he served as Chair until July 2020. Judge Lung also provides consultation to the Department of Justice\, the Administration for Children and Families\, the State Department\, and NCMEC. During his childhood he suffered severe complex and chronic child abuse\, he was also trafficked and tortured for several years. He regards resiliency and the grace of God for his ability to survive and he gives thanks that he transitioned from victim to survivor to “thriver.” \nThis event was made possible by the generosity of The Brunetti Foundation and Academy’s benefactor\, the late Mr. John J. Brunetti\, Sr.\, who cared deeply about survivors of human trafficking.  This recording is the second episode of the series “A Fireside Chat with Dr. Roza Pati\,” and it is released in honor of the birthday of Mr. John J. Brunetti\, Sr.\, on January 18\, 2022. The Academy recalls with respect the emotional words of Mr. Brunetti who was a successful businessman at the time he presented the donation check: “All my life I have been building with bricks\, but now I would like to build lives with all my heart.” \nThe John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy is honored to have the Mr. John J. Brunetti\, Jr.\, and Judge Lung serve on its International Council on Human Trafficking. \nCLE: This Webinar is accredited for 2.0 General Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits from The Florida Bar. The Reference Number is 2108560N and the Approval Period is until April 30\, 2023. \n  \nIn Remembrance\n\n \n  \nSurvivors Who Thrive: A Fireside Chat with Dr. Roza Pati and the Honorable Robert R. Lung\n\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/6″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text] \nThe opinions\, findings\, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this video are those of the contributors and do not necessarily reflect the official position of The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy or St. Thomas University. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/6″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/fireside-chat-judge-lung/ LOCATION:FL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Professor-Roza-Pati_Judge-Robert-Lung-Fireside-Chat.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230208T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230208T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20221220T201051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T211552Z UID:12081-1675863000-1675868400@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking & Gillen-Massey Award Luncheon DESCRIPTION:The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy in cooperation with A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center invites you to join us for a luncheon for International Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking at St. Thomas University Goldbloom Convocation Hall on February 8\, 2023\, at 1:30 p.m. The luncheon will immediately follow Mass at the Chapel of St. Anthony to pray for victims and survivors of human trafficking. \nThe recipients of the 2023 Gillen-Massey Award and the inaugural Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship will be announced at the luncheon. “Michele Gillen was a larger-than-life personality\, a formidable journalist who put her sharp wisdom and unbound passion into exploring a hidden problem in our own backyard at a time when no one else did. I deeply treasure having partnered with her since the early 2000s. Kyla Massey was everyone’s daughter\, sister\, friend exploited in an industry that commodifies human beings – a ruthless and pervasive phenomenon that should shock the conscience of everyone. She is an angel who we can never forget\,” said Dr. Roza Pati\, Founding Director of the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Space is limited and registration is required. For directions and a campus map\, click here. \n  \n \n[nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Extra-Color-3″ icon_family=”none” url=”http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=pi8nq97ab&oeidk=a07ejk3v9e33ecc0ba6″ text=”Register Now”]\nAdditional Event Information\n\n\n  \n \nMass – International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking\nWednesday\, February 8\, 2023 | 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm (EST)\nPlease join us on February 8 for Mass to commemorate the International Day of Prayer & Awareness Against Human Trafficking as we pray for victims and survivors of human trafficking. The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy is proud to cooperate with Campus Ministry on this Mass. \n  \nLearn More\n  \n \n2023 Gillen-Massey Award\nNomination Deadline: January 15\, 2023\nThe Gillen-Massey Award was established by A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center in 2022 with the inaugural Award presented to Dr. Roza Pati\, Founding Director of the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University College of Law. Since that time\, A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center and the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University College of Law annually receive nominations for deserving journalists\, survivors\, educators\, service providers\, and advocates combatting human trafficking throughout the world in honor and remembrance of the Award’s namesakes: Michele Gillen and Kyla Massey. \nLearn More\n  \n \nInaugural Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship\nApplication Deadline: January 31\, 2023\nThe Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship was established in memory of Michele Gillen and Kyla Massey by A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center together with contributions from their loved ones and other supporters of the LL.M./J.S.D. Program in Intercultural Human Rights of St. Thomas University College of Law. The Scholarship provides financial assistance to meritorious graduate students who have demonstrated a commitment to human rights issues currently enrolled in the Intercultural Human Rights Program at St. Thomas University College of Law\, a Program that both Ms. Gillen and Ms. Massey cooperated with against human trafficking for many years. \nLearn More\n  \n\nIn partnership with URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/dayofprayer2023/ LOCATION:Goldbloom Convocation Hall at Main Library\, St. Thomas University College of Law\, 16401 NW 37th Ave.\, Miami\, FL\, 33054\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230208T121500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230208T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20221202T194637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T151420Z UID:11947-1675858500-1675861200@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:Mass Honoring International Day of Prayer & Awareness Against Human Trafficking DESCRIPTION:Please join us on February 8 at 12:15 p.m. for Mass to commemorate the International Day of Prayer & Awareness Against Human Trafficking as we pray for victims and survivors of human trafficking. The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy is proud to cooperate with Campus Ministry on this Mass. \nThis Mass is open to the public\, and all faiths are welcome to attend.  For directions and a campus map\, click here. \n \nAdditional Event on February 8\n\n\nInternational Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking & Gillen-Massey Award Luncheon\n1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nThe John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy in cooperation with A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center invites you to join us for a luncheon for International Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking at St. Thomas University Goldbloom Convocation Hall on February 8\, 2023\, at 1:30 p.m. The luncheon will immediately follow Mass at the Chapel of St. Anthony to pray for victims and survivors of human trafficking. \n[nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Extra-Color-3″ icon_family=”none” url=”https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/dayofprayer2023/” text=”Register Now”] URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/mass2023/ LOCATION:The Chapel of St. Anthony\, St. Thomas University College of Law\, 16401 NW 37th Avenue\, Miami Gardens\, FL\, 33054\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/February-8th-2023-Mass.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230131 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230201 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20221215T184958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T135123Z UID:12057-1675123200-1675209599@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:Inaugural Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship DESCRIPTION:Inaugural Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship\nApplication Deadline: January 31\, 2023\n\nThe Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship was established in memory of Michele Gillen and Kyla Massey by A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center together with contributions from their loved ones and other supporters of the LL.M./J.S.D. Program in Intercultural Human Rights of St. Thomas University College of Law. The Scholarship provides financial assistance to meritorious graduate students who have demonstrated a commitment to human rights issues currently enrolled in the Intercultural Human Rights Program at St. Thomas University College of Law\, a Program that both Ms. Gillen and Ms. Massey cooperated with against human trafficking for many years. \nThe Scholarship recipient(s) will be announced at the International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking event at St. Thomas University in Miami Gardens\, Florida\, on February 8\, 2023\, at 1:30 p.m. The recipient of the Gillen-Massey Award will also be announced at the event. \nTo make a gift towards the Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship\, you may mail your check payable to “St. Thomas University” with “Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship” in the memo line to the address below\, or contact us at (305) 623-2320 or humantrafficking@stu.edu to make a donation via credit card. 100% of all tax-deductible donations received go directly to funding the scholarship. \nAttn: Dr. Roza Pati\nThe John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy\nSt. Thomas University College of Law\n16401 NW 37th Avenue\, Suite 206\nMiami Gardens\, FL 33054\n  \n\nTo Apply for the Scholarship:\n\nEligible graduate students currently enrolled in the Intercultural Human Rights Program at St. Thomas University College of Law must submit their applications for the Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship on or before January 31\, 2023. \n\nSponsors\n\n\nThis scholarship was established in memory of Michele Gillen and Kyla Massey by A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center together with contributions from their loved ones and other supporters of the LL.M./J.S.D. Program in Intercultural Human Rights. \n\nPurpose\n\n\nThis scholarship honors the memory of Michele Gillen and Kyla Massey and seeks to provide financial assistance to LL.M./J.S.D. students in the Intercultural Human Rights Program at St. Thomas University College of Law\, a Program that both Ms. Gillen and Ms. Massey cooperated with against human trafficking for many years. \nMichele Gillen was a celebrated investigative news journalist and South Florida television news anchor whose notable career won her 39 National Academy of Television Arts and Science (NATAS) Regional Emmy awards\, the Columbia DuPont Silver Baton\, the Edward R. Murrow Award for Investigative Reporting and three Green Eyeshade Awards\, among many other honors. She was well-known for her investigation “Invisible Chains” –  an expose into human trafficking and modern day slavery in America and across the globe. In cooperation with St. Thomas University and Dr. Roza Pati\, a first of its kind international conference in South Florida to fight human trafficking was held at St. Thomas University College of Law in 2004. This partnership continued for many years. Ms. Gillen produced the award-winning short documentary\, Trapped: Lessons from the Trenches\, which featured Kyla Massey’s story.  It received a local Emmy in 2017 in the category of Societal Concerns – News. The film exposed the raw but intimate face of the hidden world of human trafficking including its nexus with mental illness\, drug addiction\, foster care\, and suicide. Trapped also illuminated a path towards hope and featured the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy. Ms. Gillen passed away in June 2021 and continues to be remembered for her prolific investigative journalism\, passion for the truth\, and as a champion of the vulnerable and exploited. \nKyla Massey was a survivor of human trafficking in Florida who used her experiences and voice to help other victims.  She bravely and selflessly shared her raw story with the world.  Ms. Massey once said that even if things did not change for her\, she wanted to use her voice to help others above all else.  She was a mother of two daughters and a son whom she loved greatly.  She passed away in July 2020 at the age of 30\, but her voice\, story\, and legacy continue to educate and inspire others. \n\nAmount\n\n\nThe winner of the Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship will receive an award in an amount determined annually. \n\nRequirements\n\n\nPrize(s) will be awarded on the basis of an essay contest. Qualifying essays must address issues regarding human rights and/or human trafficking as presented in the short film TRAPPED: Lessons from the Trenches.  Essays should comprise at least 1\,000 words. \n\nEligibility\n\n\nAll students currently enrolled in the LL.M. or J.S.D. Program in Intercultural Human Rights at St. Thomas University College of Law are eligible to apply for the scholarship. \n\nProcedure\n\n\nApplicants will submit their essays together with their resume directly to the Office of the LL.M. Program in Intercultural Human Rights by January 31. Late submissions will not be accepted. The scholarship recipient(s) will be selected by an Award Committee based on an evaluation of the quality and originality of each applicant’s essay. The scholarship recipient(s) will be announced in February each year in conjunction with the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy’s International Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking annual event. \n\nAward Committee\n\n\nThe Award Committee will be comprised of representative(s) of A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center and Professor Dr. Roza Pati\, Executive Director of the LL.M./J.S.D. Program in Intercultural Human Rights and Founding Director of the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy or their chosen representatives. The selection of the winning essay(s) rests solely with the Award Committee and cannot be appealed. \n\nIn Partnership With\n  URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/gillen-massey-scholarship2023/ LOCATION:FL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Logos-Inaugural-Gillen-Massey-Intercultural-Human-Rights-Scholarship-Event-Page-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230116 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20221208T175645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T200541Z UID:11968-1673740800-1673827199@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:2023 Gillen-Massey Award DESCRIPTION:The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy and A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center are now accepting nominations for the 2023 Gillen-Massey Award. \nNomination Deadline: January 15\, 2023\n\nThe Gillen-Massey Award was established by A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center in 2022 with the inaugural Award presented to Dr. Roza Pati\, Founding Director of the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University College of Law. Since that time\, A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center and the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University College of Law annually receive nominations for deserving journalists\, survivors\, educators\, service providers\, and advocates combatting human trafficking throughout the world in honor and remembrance of the Award’s namesakes: Michele Gillen and Kyla Massey. \n“Michele Gillen was a larger-than-life personality\, a formidable journalist who put her sharp wisdom and unbound passion into exploring a hidden problem in our own backyard at a time when no one else did. I deeply treasure having partnered with her since the early 2000s. Kyla Massey was everyone’s daughter\, sister\, friend exploited in an industry that commodifies human beings – a ruthless and pervasive phenomenon that should shock the conscience of everyone. She is an angel who we can never forget\,” said Dr. Roza Pati\, Founding Director of the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy. \nThe Award recipient will be announced at the International Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking luncheon at St. Thomas University in Miami Gardens\, Florida\, on February 8\, 2023\, at 1:30 p.m. The recipient of the Gillen-Massey Intercultural Human Rights Scholarship will also be announced at the event. \nNomination Process:\n\nTo nominate a candidate for the 2023 Gillen-Massey Award\, please submit the following as a Word or PDF attachment via email to humantrafficking@stu.edu on or before January 15\, 2023\, at 11:59 p.m.: \n\nA cover letter addressing the nominee’s award criteria;\nThe nominee’s resume (including their full name\, address\, email\, and phone number); and\nAny other supporting documentation for the selection committee’s consideration.\n\nAward Criteria:\n\nNominees for the Gillen-Massey Award may include journalists\, survivors\, educators\, service providers\, and advocates in the faith-based\, public\, private\, nonprofit sectors\, and beyond.  Qualities of a strong nominee for the Gillen-Massey Award may include the following: \n\nDemonstrates a history of significant activities and dedication against human trafficking on the local\, national\, or international level.\nRaises awareness on substantial issues related to trafficking in persons through investigative reporting or other journalistic efforts.\nChampions efforts against human trafficking through work in the trenches that reach the most vulnerable and those on the fringes of society in unique ways.\nIncreases the body of knowledge against human trafficking through research and scholarship or develops training or educational initiatives on the issue of trafficking in human beings.\nInspires the faith-based community to collaborate and rise to action to combat trafficking in persons and support survivors as they rebuild their lives.\nPioneers advocacy\, policies\, procedures\, or other activities that improve the lives of victims and survivors of human trafficking and the systems that impact their well-being and integral human development.\n\nAbout Michele Gillen and Kyla Massey:\n\nMichele Gillen was a celebrated investigative news journalist and South Florida television news anchor whose notable career won her 39 National Academy of Television Arts and Science (NATAS) Regional Emmy awards\, the Columbia DuPont Silver Baton\, the Edward R. Murrow Award for Investigative Reporting and three Green Eyeshade Awards. She has been honored by the Foundation of American Women in Radio and Television\, including being chosen as the television journalist whose investigations most benefited and helped change the lives of American women. Ms. Gillen had traveled the world to expose and bring unique perspective to critical stories and newsmakers of our time. Her work has been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show\, The O’Reilly Factor on Fox\, and The Huffington Post. She was well-known for her investigation “Invisible Chains” –  an expose into human trafficking and modern day slavery in America and across the globe. In cooperation with St. Thomas University and Dr. Roza Pati\, a first of its kind international conference in South Florida to fight human trafficking was held at St. Thomas University College of Law in 2004. This partnership continued for many years. Ms. Gillen produced the award-winning short documentary\, Trapped: Lessons from the Trenches\, which featured Kyla Massey’s story.  It received a local Emmy in 2017 in the category of Societal Concerns – News.  The film exposed the raw but intimate face of the hidden world of human trafficking including its nexus with mental illness\, drug addiction\, foster care\, and suicide.  Trapped also illuminated a path towards hope and featured the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy. Ms. Gillen passed away in June 2021 and continues to be remembered for her prolific investigative journalism\, passion for the truth\, and as a champion of the vulnerable and exploited. \nKyla Massey was a survivor of human trafficking in Florida who used her experiences and voice to help other victims.  She bravely and selflessly shared her raw story with the world.  Ms. Massey once said that even if things did not change for her\, she wanted to use her voice to help others above all else. She was a mother of two daughters and a son whom she loved greatly. She passed away in July 2020 at the age of 30\, but her voice\, story\, and legacy continue to educate and inspire others. \n  \nTo learn more about Michele Gillen and Kyla Massey\, watch TRAPPED below.\n\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/6″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text] \nThe opinions\, findings\, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this video are those of the contributors and do not necessarily reflect the official position of The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy or St. Thomas University. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/6″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column][/vc_row]\n\nIn partnership with\n  \n\n\n  URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/gillen-massey2023/ LOCATION:FL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/2023-Gillen-Massey-Award-Final-Webpage-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221104T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221104T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20221003T183431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T191522Z UID:11645-1667563200-1667574000@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:Incorporating Human Trafficking Law and Policy in Law School Curriculum DESCRIPTION:On November 4\, please join the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University College of Law and the Banu Foundation for: Incorporating Human Trafficking Law and Policy in Law School Curriculum.\nHuman trafficking is the fastest growing criminal activity\, either as a transnational organized crime globally\, or as a prevalent crime and societal problem within each domestic jurisdiction. Interest in dealing with the activity has accompanied the phenomenon at the local\, national\, and global level by public and private institutions alike. Criminalization of such activity has found its expression in domestic\, international\, and transnational law. Court jurisprudence is also abundant. Training and education have been mandated for law enforcement\, medical professionals\, social services\, educators\, counselors\, and additional professions. Educational institutions at all levels\, on their own initiative\, have also given precedence at various degrees to raising awareness about human trafficking\, and training and educating their students and staff. However\, there is still a need for learning to be mainstreamed. In this panel discussion\, we invite the audience to listen and participate in the dialogue by a panel of experts on incorporating the teaching about human trafficking in higher education\, and specifically in law schools. \nThis event is free and open to the public with registration. Lunch will be served. Space is limited. \n\n[nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Extra-Color-3″ icon_family=”none” text=”Registration is now closed for this event”]\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n[/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\nHost and Moderator\n\n\nProfessor Dr. Roza Pati\nFounder & Director\nThe John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy\nMember\nDicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development\nThe Vatican \n[vc_column_text el_class=”popmake-9453″]Read Bio\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\nWith the extraordinary appearance of:\n\n\nThe Honorable Suleman Masood\nCouncil Chair\nU.S. Advisory Council on Human Trafficking\nOffice to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Person\nU.S. Department of State\nWashington\, D.C.  \n[vc_column_text el_class=”popmake-11460 “]Read Bio\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\nDiscussant\n\n\nProfessor Brendan M. Conner\nAssistant Professor of Law\nSt. Thomas University College of Law\nMiami\, FL \n[vc_column_text el_class=”popmake-11746″]Read Bio\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]\n  \nDistinguished Panel\n\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n \nProfessor Luz E. Nagle\nFulbright Senior Scholar – Spain 2019\nProfessor of Law\, Stetson College of Law\nGulfport\, FL  \n[vc_column_text el_class=”popmake-11652″]Read Bio\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n \nProfessor Barbara A. Martinez\nPartner\, Holland & Knight LLP\nAdjunct Professor of Law\, University of Miami\nMiami\, FL \n[vc_column_text el_class=”popmake-11654″]Read Bio\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n \nProfessor Elizabeth M. Donovan\nProfessor of Law\nEastern Michigan University\nYpsilanti\, MI \n[vc_column_text el_class=”popmake-11655″]Read Bio\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n \nProfessor Linh K. Dai\nVisiting Assistant Professor of Law\nDuquesne University School of Law\nPittsburgh\, PA \n[vc_column_text el_class=”popmake-11719″]Read Bio\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]\n\n  \nAbout The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy:\n\n\nThe John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University College of Law in Miami\, Florida\, is a premier institution that upholds and advances the inherent value\, worth and dignity of each human being. To this end\, it develops education programs\, conducts research\, and instructs law and policy to fight human trafficking throughout the world and to empower survivor leadership in our global community. \nThe Academy offers specialized training and technical assistance to countries\, government entities\, academic institutions\, the private sector\, faith-based organizations\, and the community at large on issues related to the crime of trafficking in persons.  To date\, the Academy has impacted over 16\,000 leaders and community members domestically and abroad. As part of St. Thomas University College of Law’s LL.M./J.S.D. Program in Intercultural Human Rights\, the Academy addresses human trafficking from the perspective of human rights law\, and the integral human development of every person and the whole person.  St. Thomas University College of Law through its LL.M./J.S.D. Program in Intercultural Human Rights is the first academic institution in South Florida to shed light on the magnitude and scope of human trafficking.  It is also one of the pioneer institutions in the field of human trafficking nationwide\, and the first law school to offer a doctrinal course on human trafficking law in its J.D. curriculum. The Academy was established in 2010 with the support of grant from the U.S. Department of Justice\, Bureau of Justice Assistance\, and continues to work as a premier institution for training and education on human trafficking due to a generous gift by the late John J. Brunetti. \n\n\n\nAbout the Banu Foundation\nThe Banu Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization devoted to three goals: empowering\, protecting\, and educating at-risk children and women around the world. Banu is a Persian origin word and girl’s name used in cultures from the Middle East to South and Central Asia. As an honorific title\, it means “lady.” It has also come to mean “little sister.” As a name\, in Hindi\, it means “the sun.” \nThe Foundation is focused on anti-trafficking initiatives ranging from youth educational programs in Miami\, a regional Latin America conference\, a law enforcement training in Tanzania\, and supporting Ukrainian refugees in Poland vulnerable to human trafficking. \nFormerly\, the Foundation supported Dr. Mohamed Mattar and The Projection Project\, a human rights and research institute at the John Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies; Banu is seeking to revive The Projection Project and its Journal of Human Rights and Civil Society. \nThe Banu Foundation was established by the Mehrabi family of Miami Beach\, Florida. \n\nIn partnership with\n  \n              URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/incorporating-human-trafficking-law-and-policy-in-law-school-curriculum/ LOCATION:St. Thomas University Goldbloom Convocation Hall (Main Library)\, 16401 NW 37th Ave.\, Miami\, FL\, 33054\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Updated-Date-IHTLP-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220928T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220928T190000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20220909T135704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T160333Z UID:11627-1664388000-1664391600@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:Living in a Karios Moment: Integral Ecology in BLOOD AND EARTH A Fireside Chat with Dr. Roza Pati and Dr. Kevin Bales CMG (POSTPONED) DESCRIPTION:Living in a Karios Moment: \nIntegral Ecology in BLOOD AND EARTH \nA Fireside Chat with Dr. Roza Pati and Dr. Kevin Bales CMG\n***POSTPONED***\n \nJoin us for a fascinating chat on the intersection of modern slavery and climate change\, aimed at exploring ideas on how to respond to the cry of the earth and the cry of the vulnerable: Living in a Karios Moment: Integral Ecology in Blood and Earth. \nOn September 28\, 2022\, Dr. Roza Pati\, Founding Director of the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy\, will host an insightful discussion with one of the most eminent personalities in anti-trafficking world\,  Dr. Kevin Bales CMG\, Professor of Contemporary Slavery\, and Research Director at The Rights Lab\, University of Nottingham\, United Kingdom. Demonstrating his thoughts and musings about his book titled Blood and Earth\, Dr. Bales writes: “For years I traveled the world meeting people in slavery\, trying to understand the depth and truth of their lives. What I saw\, heard\, and learned changed me\, and led me deeper into the work of ending slavery\, but I was missing something important. Where there are slaves\, the environment is under assault\, forests are being destroyed\, endangered species are dying\, and climate change is worsening – and all of this destruction is driven by profits from products we buy.” \nIn this 60-minute chat\, the audience will have the pleasure of learning from an exceptional authority\, one who has inspired the modern anti-trafficking law\, policy\, and action. \nThis event is free and open to the public with registration. Light refreshments will be served.  Space is limited. \n\nDistinguished Speakers\n\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\nProfessor Dr. Roza Pati\nFounder & Director\, The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy\nExecutive Director\, LL.M./J.S.D. in Intercultural Human Rights\nSt. Thomas University College of Law\, Miami\, FL\nMember\, Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development\, The Vatican \n[nectar_btn size=”small” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Extra-Color-3″ icon_family=”none” url=”https://www.stu.edu/law/faculty-staff/faculty/roza-pati” text=”Read Bio”]\n[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\nDr. Kevin Bales\, CMG\nProfessor of Contemporary Slavery\nResearch Director\, The Rights Lab\nUniversity of Nottingham\nNottingham\, UK\n \n[vc_column_text el_class=”popmake-11628″]Read Bio\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]\nDirections & Campus Map > URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/fireside-chat-bales/ LOCATION:St. Thomas University Gus Machado College of Business (Auditorium)\, 16401 NW 37th Avenue\, Miami Gardens\, FL\, 33054\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/stu-law-event-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220925 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220926 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20220308T212225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T131146Z UID:10683-1664064000-1664150399@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:Building the Future with Migrants and Refugees DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 25\, 2022\, will mark the Vatican’s 108th World Day of Migrants and Refugees. The Holy Father has chosen to entitle his annual Message “Building the Future with Migrants and Refugees\,” highlighting the commitment that we are all called to share in building a future that embraces God’s plan\, leaving no one behind. \n“Building with” means recognizing and promoting the role that migrants and refugees have to play in this work of construction\, because only in this way will it be possible to build a world that ensures the conditions for the integral human development of all. \nThe Message\, featuring six sub-themes\, will explore some essential components of how migrants and refugees are able to contribute – already now as well as in the future – to the social\, economic\, cultural\, and spiritual growth of societies and ecclesial communities. \nIn preparation for the celebration of the World Day this year\, the Migrants and Refugees Section of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development will launch a communication campaign starting at the end of March\, aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of the theme and sub-themes of the Message through multimedia aids\, informational material\, and theological reflections. \nThe John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy joins in this celebration with various events. \n  \nMessage from His Holiness Pope Francis\n\n[nectar_cta btn_style=”see-through” heading_tag=”h6″ text_color=”#862633″ link_type=”new_tab” alignment=”center” text=”Continue Reading” url=”https://migrants-refugees.va/it/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/05/EN-world-migrants-day-2022.pdf”] \nUpcoming Events\n\n  \n \nMass and Reception Honoring the 108th World Day of Migrants & Refugee\nMonday\, September 26\, 2022 | 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm\nIn partnership with Campus Ministry at St. Thomas University\, join us in-person for Mass to reflect and pray for migrants\, refugees\, host families\, and survivors of human trafficking as we commit ourselves to building a future with migrants and refugees. A reception with light refreshments will immediately follow. \n  \n  \n \nCivil Enforcement: Using Anti-Discrimination and Labor Laws to Combat Human Trafficking\nOn-Demand Webinar\nOn July 27\, 2022\, the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University College of Law first presented Civil Enforcement: Using Anti-discrimination and Labor Laws to Combat Human Trafficking as part of the 2022 Human Trafficking Academy: Migration and Human Trafficking: Tracing Root Causes & Seeking “Intensional” Solutions. During this on-demand webinar\, learn as Anna Park\, Regional Attorney\, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission – Los Angeles District Office\, shares her knowledge of how federal anti-discrimination laws can be used to combat trafficking in persons\, including those who migrate for work. \nWATCH WEBINAR\n  \n\nResource Videos\n\n  \n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\nA Future to Build Together \n[vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RoAE7praPio”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\nA Future for All \n[vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ne3YsAMgZXs”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\nGrowing Together as a Society \n[vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbqOVRIBMR4″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\nGrowing Together as Humanity \n[vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kILEb39X6x8″][/vc_column][/vc_row]\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\nGrowing Together as a Church \n[vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2V6ZFffND8o”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\nThe Future is Today \n[vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S6J69LjKdoU”][/vc_column][/vc_row]\n \nResources\n\n  \nPastoral Orientations on Climate Displaced People 2021\nPastoral Orientations on Climate Displaced People highlights ten challenges pertaining to climate change displacement and its victims. These challenges\, together with the suggested Catholic Church responses\, constitute markers for a roadmap in pastoral planning for climate displaced people\, and\, with this document\, they extend the Pope’s pastoral concern to climate displaced people. \nDownload\n  \n  \n \nPastoral Orientations on Internally Displaced People 2020\nPope Francis gives enormous importance to the plight of the millions of forgotten men\, women and children forced to migrate within their own countries and known internationally as internally displaced people (IDPs). In his 2020 greeting for the New Year to the Diplomatic Corps accredited to the Holy See\, Pope Francis explicitly addressed the urgent needs of internally displaced people\, and his compassionate concern serves as an excellent introduction to the new Pastoral Orientations on Internally Displaced People.  It is the purpose of the Pastoral Orientations on Internally Displaced People to offer suggestions and guidance for action based on four verbs: welcome\, protect\, promote and integrate. \nDownload\n  \n \nTowards the Global Compacts on Migrants and on Refugees 2018\nThis booklet presents three documents which provide the teaching\, reflections and pastoral guidance of Pope Francis regarding the various issues concerning migrants and refugees. From the beginning of his pontificate\, using persuasive words and deeds\, Pope Francis has urged the Church to accompany all people who are compelled to leave their country. In 2017\, he established the Migrants and Refugees Section (M&R) to help him implement this pastoral objective. While M&R forms part of the new Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development under the direction of Cardinal Peter Turkson\, the Section is personally guided by the Holy Father for the time being.     \nDownload\n  \n \nPastoral Orientations on Human Trafficking 2018\nMillions of men\, women and children are trafficked and enslaved around the world. In 2018\, The Migrants & Refugees Section (M&R) held two consultations with Church leaders\, scholars and experienced practitioners and partner organizations working in the field. Participants exchanged experiences and viewpoints\, addressing relevant aspects of the phenomenon. The Church’s full response was considered\, and this six-months process resulted in the Pastoral Orientations on Human Trafficking\, which provides a reading of Human Trafficking and an understanding that motivate and sustain the much-needed long-term struggle. \nDownload\n  \nLaudato Si’: On Care for Our Common Home\nPeople on the move due to weather and more aggravating circumstances of climate change are particularly vulnerable to exploitation of all sorts\, including human trafficking.  Laudato Si’: On Care for Our Common Home is the appeal from Pope Francis addressed to “every person living on this planet” for an inclusive dialogue about how we are shaping the future of our planet.  Pope Francis calls the Church and the world to acknowledge the urgency of our environmental challenges and to join him in embarking on a new path. \nDownload\n  \n  \nWorld Migration Report 2020\nSince 2000\, IOM has been producing world migration reports. The World Migration Report 2020\, the tenth in the world migration report series\, has been produced to contribute to increased understanding of migration throughout the world. This new edition presents key data and information on migration as well as thematic chapters on highly topical migration issues\, and is structured to focus on two key contributions for readers: Part I: key information on migration and migrants (including migration-related statistics); and Part II: balanced\, evidence-based analysis of complex and emerging migration issues. \nDownload\n  \n\n  \nConvention and Protocol Relating to the Status of Refugees\nThe 1951 Refugee Convention and its 1967 Protocol are the key legal documents that define international refugee protection. \nDownload\n  \n  \n  \nInternational Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families\nThe International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families is a United Nations multilateral treaty governing the protection of migrant workers and families.  The Convention sets out how to prevent abuses and address the challenges that migrant workers face. \nDownload\n  \nSocial Media Shareables\n\n  \n   URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/wdmr2022/ LOCATION:St. Thomas University College of Law (Moot Court Room)\, 16401 NW 37th Avenue\, Miami Gardens\, FL\, 33054\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Building-the-Future-with-Migrants-and-Refugees-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220825 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220826 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20220815T164425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T152209Z UID:11594-1661385600-1661471999@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:Academic Institutions at the Forefront of Educating and Training on Human Trafficking Law\, Policy\, and Practice DESCRIPTION:As part of the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program\, The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University College of Law is pleased to host a delegation of international government officials and professionals. The 15 participants hail from Algeria\, Benin\, Burkina Faso\, Burundi\, Comoros\, Democratic Republic of the Congo\, Djibouti\, Guinea\, Mali\, Niger\, Republic of the Congo\, Senegal\, and Tunisia. The delegation of judges\, government officials\, and other dignitaries working across the public and private sectors are at the forefront of combatting trafficking in persons and protecting human rights in their respective countries.  This invitation-only event is in cooperation with Global Ties Miami. \n  \n  \n  URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/academic-institutions-at-the-forefront-of-educating-and-training-on-human-trafficking-law-policy-and-practice/ LOCATION:St. Thomas University College of Law (Atrium Conference Room)\, 16401 NW 37th Avenue\, Miami Gardens\, FL\, 33054\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Planet-Earth-Network-Africa-Continent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220729T134500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220729T151500 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20220623T195706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T190231Z UID:11411-1659102300-1659107700@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:World Day Against Trafficking in Persons Working Group: U.S. Advisory Council on Human Trafficking Past & Present Members DESCRIPTION:To commemorate World Day Against Trafficking in Persons\, the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy presents an extraordinary event featuring three former and current Council Chairs and a Member of the United States Advisory Council on Human Trafficking who have collaborated from around the nation to present: Identifying Gaps in Policies and Services; Developing “Intensional” Solutions. Join us in person at St. Thomas University in Miami (or via livestream) for this special Working Group spearheaded by some of the foremost survivor leaders in the world: The Honorable Harold D’Souza\, the Honorable Bella Hounakey\, the Honorable Robert R. Lung\, and the Honorable Suleman Masood. \nThis event is free and open to the public with registration.  The Florida Bar has approved this event for 2.0 Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits. A reception with light refreshments will immediately follow the event to celebrate the end of the 2022 Human Trafficking Academy and those who successfully earned their Certificate. \n\n[nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Extra-Color-3″ icon_family=”none” url=”https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ej9mmwgv4819719e&oseq=&c=&ch=” text=”Register”] [nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Extra-Color-3″ icon_family=”none” url=”http://www.stu.edu/htalive” text=”Watch Live”]\n(In Person or Remote) \n\nDistinguished Panel\n\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\nThe Honorable Harold D’Souza\nPresident & Co-Founder\, Eyes Open International\nCo-Chair (2016-2017) & Member (2015-2020)\, U.S. Advisory Council on Human Trafficking\nCincinnati\, OH \n[vc_column_text el_class=”popmake-11454″]Read Bio[/vc_column_text]\n[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\nThe Honorable Bella Hounakey\nMember\, U.S. Advisory Council on Human Trafficking\nProgram Specialist\, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services\nWashington\, D.C. \n[vc_column_text el_class=”popmake-11448″]Read Bio[/vc_column_text]\n[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\nThe Honorable Robert R. Lung\nDistrict Court Judge\, 18th Judicial Circuit of Colorado\nChair (2020) & Member (2018-2020)\, U.S. Advisory Council on Human Trafficking\nCastle Rock\, CO \n[vc_column_text el_class=”popmake-7597″]Read Bio[/vc_column_text]\n[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\nThe Honorable Suleman Masood\nCouncil Chair\nU.S. Advisory Council on Human Trafficking\nFairfax\, VA \n[vc_column_text el_class=”popmake-11460″]Read Bio\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]\n  \nDirections & Campus Map > URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/wdatip2022/ LOCATION:St. Thomas University College of Law (Moot Court Room)\, 16401 NW 37th Avenue\, Miami Gardens\, FL\, 33054\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/WDATP2022-Web-Banner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220725 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220730 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20220126T211417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220809T185838Z UID:10121-1658707200-1659139199@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:Migration and Human Trafficking: Tracing Root Causes & Seeking Intensional Solutions DESCRIPTION:In Person or Remote\n9:00 am – 3:15 pm\n\n\n \n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\nWe live in unparalleled times. A war of aggression is in full display right before our eyes. It is followed by the most devastating humanitarian crisis in the heart of Europe since WWII\, with millions of Ukrainian refugees crossing international borders. Here at home\, the CBP Southwest border enforcement numbers for May 2022 alone marked 177\,793 unique encounters nationwide\, bringing the total to over 1 Million encounters since January.  Implications of such movement of people is the focus of this year’s Academy. In one intensive week of coursework\, the Academy examines the amassing refugee and migration crisis – as well as the dark underbelly it often brings along: an increase of criminal activity including human trafficking and human smuggling. Organized criminal activity is on the rise and its modus operandi is beyond the pale. This is a sign of our time. It is an ever-going saga of people on the move\, fleeing some disaster or dire poverty from every corner of our planet\, heading towards any place of hope. \nThe John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy invites you to be part of a learning experience like no other: an academic exercise on law and policy\, coupled with practical engagement in identifying and delving into the root causes of irregular migration\, its intersections with human trafficking\, past trends in decision\, and their conditioning factors. We invite you to dwell deep not only on the concepts\, but on the world that the concepts describe and represent. \nMeeting in-person at St. Thomas University College of Law in Miami\, the Academy challenges you to join us as agents with purpose who will commit to the tasks at hand. We seek change agents with comparable experiences and goals\, who understand human motivators behind the root causes and are boldly dedicated to exploring creative\, intensional solutions. \nThe Academy offers our solid track record of effective training on human trafficking\, having provided specialized training and technical assistance to over 15\,000 leaders and community members domestically and abroad. \nThe robust curriculum and the interactive working groups will be taught and facilitated by leading experts in the field\, who will provide cutting-edge perspectives and insights and share a wealth of experience and knowledge. This intensive certification program is best suited for those pursuing advanced training in migration and human trafficking matters\, but all are welcome to attend. \nJoin us in exploring the ways in the accompaniment of migrants to a decent living safe from exploitation\, and to peace through development as the true path to ending modern day slavery! \nRead about our most recent 2021 Academy here. \nA remote attendance option is available for those who cannot travel.* \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color=”#efefef” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\nREGISTRATION FEES\n\n\n\nStandard: $400\n(Deadline Extended: Wednesday\, July 20\, 2022)\n\nA 25% discount is available for\n(1) students with proof of valid student I.D.; or\n(2) organizations/institutions that register three or more participants. \n* Full Scholarships for Survivors of Human Trafficking * \nPlease contact us for further details at humantrafficking@stu.edu or 305-628-6688. \n \n \n \n\nCOURSE INFORMATION\n\n\n Curriculum  Schedule Instructors\n*Certificate Awarded by St. Thomas University College of Law.*\n29.5 CLE Credits approved by the Florida Bar.\n  \nFAQs Directions & Campus Map Hotel Info\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_column column_padding=”padding-3-percent” column_padding_position=”right” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-6-percent” column_padding_position=”left” background_color=”#ffffff” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/4″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column_inner]\n  \n \n* The Academy strongly encourages all participants to attend the Academy in person at the St. Thomas University College of Law campus in Miami\, Florida.  However\, for those who cannot travel\, the Academy may be viewed remotely (materials will be provided electronically).  Please note that the remote format will be a livestream of the event only (no discussion boards) and must be viewed by remote participants in real time.  A link for the live sessions will be provided to online participants to view each course synchronously via Zoom (no recordings will be available once the live session has ended).  The ability to ask questions of instructors or directly participate in working groups will be unavailable for those who choose the remote attendance option. URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/academy2022/ LOCATION:St. Thomas University College of Law (Moot Court Room)\, 16401 NW 37th Avenue\, Miami Gardens\, FL\, 33054\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/HTA2022-Website-Banner-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220612 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220613 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20220225T181507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220418T141040Z UID:10026-1654992000-1655078399@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:World Day Against Child Labor 2022: Webinar & Learning Page DESCRIPTION:[vc_custom_heading text=”“Child labor is the exploitation of children. It is the denial of their rights to health\, education\, harmonious growth\, to play\, to dream. It means robbing children of their future\, and therefore\, humanity itself.” ” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:32|text_align:center|color:%23002855|line_height:1.5″ google_fonts=”font_family:EB%20Garamond%3Aregular|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_custom_heading text=”– Pope Francis” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:22|text_align:center|color:%23002855|line_height:1.5″ google_fonts=”font_family:EB%20Garamond%3Aregular|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”]\n\nEradicating Child Labour\, Building a Better Future\nIn 2002\, the International Labour Organization (ILO) launched the World Day Against Child Labour on June 12 in recognition of the global plight of child labor and the action needed to eradicate it.  Approximately 218 million children between the ages of 5 and 17 are employed in work.  However\, 152 million of these children are victims of child labor\, including 73 million that work in hazardous child labor.[1] “[E]ven more so when it manifests itself as exploitation\, child labour becomes a scourge that cruelly harms the dignified existence and harmonious development of the youngest children\, considerably limiting their opportunities for the future\, as it reduces and damages their lives to meet the productive and lucrative needs of adults\,” said Pope Francis in his Message to the United Nations’ FAO Global Meeting on the Elimination of Child Labour in Agriculture on Nov. 2\, 2021.[2] \nWhat is Child Labor?\nAlthough there are many circumstances where young people may work in compliance with all applicable laws\, children are all too often exploited in child labor.  When children are exploited in child labor their health\, safety\, well-being\, morals\, and educational opportunities may be jeopardized.  Around the world\, child labor takes place primarily in agriculture (71%)\, which includes livestock herding\, forestry\, fishing and aquaculture\, and comprises both subsistence and commercial farming; services (17%); and the industrial sector\, including mining (12%).”[3] Almost half of child labor occurs in Africa (72 million children)\, followed by Asia and the Pacific (62 million).[4] \nIn 1999\, the General Conference of the UN International Labour Organization (ILO) adopted the Worst Forms of Child Labour Convention.  This was the first ILO Convention to receive universal ratification and defined the worst forms of child labor as “all forms of slavery or practices similar to slavery\, such as the sale and trafficking of children\, debt bondage and serfdom and forced or compulsory labour\, including forced or compulsory recruitment of children for use in armed conflict; the use\, procuring or offering of a child for prostitution\, for the production of pornography or for pornographic performances; the use\, procuring or offering of a child for illicit activities\, in particular for the production and trafficking of drugs as defined in the relevant international treaties; [and] work which\, by its nature or the circumstances in which it is carried out\, is likely to harm the health\, safety or morals of children.”[5] \nSustainable Development Goal 8.7\nIn 2015\, all United Nations Member States adopted 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.  SDG Goal 8.7 seeks to eradicate forced labor\, end modern slavery and human trafficking\, and secure the prohibition and elimination of the worst forms of child labor\, including child soldiers by 2030.[6]  It also seeks to end child labor in all its forms by 2025.[7]  While our global community has made strides towards the elimination of child labor\, all individuals and stakeholders at every level are needed to take action and raise awareness on this issue. \nWhat Can You Do?\n\nEducate yourself on child labor around the world by reviewing the recommended resources below.\nBe a responsible consumer by buying products free of child labor.  Download ILAB’s Sweat & Toil App to avoid purchasing goods produced with child labor or forced labor.\nRaise funds for organizations working against human trafficking\, or make a tax-deductible donation to support the efforts of the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy\, such as supporting an educational scholarship for survivors of human trafficking.\nShare your pledge to take action against child labor and the social media shareables online with the hashtag #HumanTraffickingAcademy on World Day against Child Labor on June 12.\n\nResource Videos\n\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_raw_html]JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwdGl0bGUlM0QlMjJZb3VUdWJlJTIwdmlkZW8lMjBwbGF5ZXIlMjIlMjBzcmMlM0QlMjJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy55b3V0dWJlLmNvbSUyRmVtYmVkJTJGdklOSnJPT0liYUklMjIlMjB3aWR0aCUzRCUyMjU2MCUyMiUyMGhlaWdodCUzRCUyMjMxNSUyMiUyMGZyYW1lYm9yZGVyJTNEJTIyMCUyMiUyMGFsbG93ZnVsbHNjcmVlbiUzRCUyMmFsbG93ZnVsbHNjcmVlbiUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRmlmcmFtZSUzRQ==[/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text]\nChildren’s Issues: The Global Plight of Child Labor\nThis course addresses the background of child labor and the forms it takes abroad and in the United States.  This course was taught by Prof. Nora V. Demleitner\, Professor of Law\, Washington and Lee University School of Law\, at The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy’s intensive 15-course training certification\, The State of Labor Trafficking Domestically and Abroad: A Critical Assessment on the 20th Anniversary of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act\, in July of 2020. \n\nVideo Credit:  The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n \nPope Francis: Eradicating Child Labour\, Building a Better Future\nPope Francis shares remarks in this video featured at “Eradicating Child Labour\, Building a Better Future\,” an International Conference promoted by the Vatican COVID-19 Commission of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development in collaboration with the Permanent Mission of the Holy See to United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization on November 19\, 2021. \n\nVideo Credit:  Vatican COVID-19 Commission of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development; Vatican News \n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n \nLived Experience: A Right to Dignity and Hope\nThis video shares a lived experience of child labour through the eyes of Samson Kamau in Nairobi\, Kenya. \n\nVideo Credit: Vatican COVID-19 Commission of Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development; Vatican News \n[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n \nLived Experience: Women and Child Labour\nLinet Atuo and Getrude Wambui share the circumstances surrounding their experiences with child labor. \n\nVideo Credit:  Vatican COVID-19 Commission of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development; Vatican News \n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_raw_html]JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwdGl0bGUlM0QlMjJZb3VUdWJlJTIwdmlkZW8lMjBwbGF5ZXIlMjIlMjBzcmMlM0QlMjJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy55b3V0dWJlLmNvbSUyRmVtYmVkJTJGMC0zMHYzRlA0SjQlMjIlMjB3aWR0aCUzRCUyMjU2MCUyMiUyMGhlaWdodCUzRCUyMjMxNSUyMiUyMGZyYW1lYm9yZGVyJTNEJTIyMCUyMiUyMGFsbG93ZnVsbHNjcmVlbiUzRCUyMmFsbG93ZnVsbHNjcmVlbiUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRmlmcmFtZSUzRQ==[/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text]\nInside the Hidden Reality of Labor Trafficking in America\, Trafficked in America\nThis documentary from Frontline PBS goes inside the major 2014 labor trafficking case involving Guatemalan teens who were forced by a third-party contractor to work against their will at Trillium Farms in Ohio — one of the country’s largest egg producers. \n\nVideo Credit: Frontline PBS[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_raw_html]JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwdGl0bGUlM0QlMjJZb3VUdWJlJTIwdmlkZW8lMjBwbGF5ZXIlMjIlMjBzcmMlM0QlMjJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy55b3V0dWJlLmNvbSUyRmVtYmVkJTJGU003NnhlSk5DczQlMjIlMjB3aWR0aCUzRCUyMjU2MCUyMiUyMGhlaWdodCUzRCUyMjMxNSUyMiUyMGZyYW1lYm9yZGVyJTNEJTIyMCUyMiUyMGFsbG93ZnVsbHNjcmVlbiUzRCUyMmFsbG93ZnVsbHNjcmVlbiUyMiUyMGRhdGEtbWNlLWZyYWdtZW50JTNEJTIyMSUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRmlmcmFtZSUzRQ==[/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text]\nFaces of Human Trafficking: Focus on Youth\nThis video highlights the specific vulnerabilities\, risk factors\, and needs of youth\, with a focus on the diverse range of professionals who are in a position to identify exploited youth and connect them with appropriate services. \n\nVideo Credit: Office for Victim’s of Crime\, U.S. Department of Justice[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\nResources\n\nJustice at the Door:  Ending Domestic Servitude\, Intercultural Human Rights Law Review\, Vol. 7 (2012)\n\nVolume 7 of the Intercultural Human Rights Law Review of St. Thomas University College of Law presents Justice at the Door: Ending Domestic Servitude\, a collection of articles focused exclusively on ending this particular form of human trafficking.  The corresponding Symposium was held at St. Thomas University College of Law in Miami\, Florida\, on January 27\, 2012. \n[nectar_btn size=”small” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Extra-Color-3″ icon_family=”none” el_class=”popmake-7822″ text=”Learn More”]\n\n  \n  \nGlobal Regulation of Corporate Conduct: Effective Pursuit of a Slave-Free Supply Chain\nGlobal Regulation of Corporate Conduct: Effective Pursuit of a Slave-Free Supply Chain by Dr. Roza Pati\, founder and director of The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy\, was published in American University Law Review\, Vol. 68\, Iss. 5\, Art. 8\, in 2019. \nLearn More\n  \nResponsible Sourcing Tool\nThe Responsible Sourcing Tool is a resource funded by U.S. Department of State’s Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons in collaboration with Verité\, Made in a Free World\, and the Aspen Institute to provide a resource for companies\, federal contractors\, federal procurement and contracting professionals\, advocates\, investors\, consumers and others to rid supply chains of human trafficking. \nLearn More\n  \nWorst Forms of Child Labour Convention No. 182\, International Labour Organization (1999)\nILO Convention No. 182 on the worst forms of child labor requires ratifying states to eliminate the worst forms of child labor and slavery.  It is the first ILO Convention to achieve universal ratification. \nLearn More\n  \n\nWorst Forms of Child Labour Recommendation\, International Labour Organization (1999)\nThe provisions of this Recommendation supplement the International Labour Organizations’s Worst Forms of Child Labour Convention\, 1999. \nLearn More\n  \nConvention on the Rights of the Child (1989)\nThe Convention on the Rights of the Child is an international treaty adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on November 20\, 1989.  The Convention addresses the rights of children and the responsibilities of governments to enable and protect these rights. \nLearn More\n  \nOptional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child on the Sale of Children\, Child Prostitution\, and Child Pornography (2000)\nThis Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on May 25\, 2000\, provides that State Parties shall prohibit the sale of children\, child prostitution and child pornography. \nLearn More\n  \n\nOptional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child on the Involvement of Children in Armed Conflict (2000)\nThis Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child aims to protect children from recruitment and use in hostilities.  It was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on May 25\, 2000. \nLearn More\n  \n\nProtocol to Prevent\, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons Especially Women and Children\, supplementing the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (2000)\nThe United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime is the main international instrument combatting transnational organized crime.  This Protocol supplementing the Convention addresses trafficking in persons as a transnational organized crime while focusing on women and children.  It was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on November 15\, 2000. \nLearn More\n  \n\nMinimum Age Convention No. 138\, International Labour Organization (1973)\nILO Convention No. 138 calls for the effective abolition of child labor and to raise progressively the minimum age for admission to employment or work to a level consistent with the fullest physical and mental development of young persons. \nLearn More\n  \nAlliance 8.7\nAlliance 8.7 is the global partnership for eradicating forced labor\, modern slavery\, human trafficking\, and child labor around the world.   Target 8.7 of the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals calls for us to work together to end the recruitment and use of child labor by 2025. \nLearn More\n  \nCOVID-19 and Child Labour:  A Time of Crisis\, A Time to Act\, ILO and UNICEF (2020)\nA report with recommended actions that governments can take to prevent and eliminate child labor in the time of the COVID-19 pandemic. \nLearn More\n  \nChild Labour: Global Estimates 2020\, Trends and the Road Forward\, ILO and UNICEF\, New York\, 2021\nPublished for the first time jointly by the ILO and UNICEF\, as co-custodians of Target 8.7 of the Sustainable Development Goals\, the report Child Labour: 2020 Global Estimates\, Trends and the Road Forward describes the scale and key characteristics of child labour today\, and changes over time. \nLearn More\n  \nEnding Child Labour\, Forced Labour & Human Trafficking in Global Supply Chains (2019)\nThis 2019 Report presents the joint research findings and conclusions on child labor\, forced labor and human trafficking linked to global supply chains from the ILO\, the OECD\, IOM and UNICEF. \nLearn More\n  \n  \n2020 Findings on the Worst Forms of Child Labor\nThe U.S. Department of Labor’s annual Findings on the Worst Forms of Child Labor focuses on the efforts of certain U.S. trade beneficiary countries and territories to eliminate the worst forms of child labor through legislation\, enforcement mechanisms\, policies and social programs. \nLearn More\n  \nList of Products Produced by Forced or Indentured Child Labor\nThe U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB) “maintains a list of products and their source countries which it has a reasonable basis to believe are produced by forced or indentured child labor\, pursuant to Executive Order 13126. This List is intended to ensure that U.S. federal agencies do not procure goods made by forced or indentured child labor.  Under procurement regulations\, federal contractors who supply products on the List must certify that they have made a good faith effort to determine whether forced or indentured child labor was used to produce the items supplied.” \nLearn More[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” id=”shareables” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\nSocial Media Shareables\n\n \nThird-Party Apps\n\nILAB’s Sweat & Toil: Child Labor\, Forced Labor\, & Human Trafficking Around the World\nThe U.S. Department of Labor’s App Sweat & Toil: Child Labor\, Forced Labor\, and Human Trafficking Around the World is a comprehensive resource developed by ILAB documenting child labor and forced labor worldwide. \nLearn More\n  \nILAB’s Comply Chain: Business Tools for Labor Compliance in Global Supply Chains\nChild and forced labor in supply chains present serious and material risks to companies and industries. To help mitigate these risks\, the U.S. Department of Labor developed the Comply Chain: Business Tools for Labor Compliance in Global Supply Chains App. \nLearn More\n  \nSlavery Footprint\nThrough a grant from the U.S. Department of State’s Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons\, the NGO Made in a Free World developed Slavery Footprint\, a web- and mobile-based application that allows users to understand how their lives may intersect with modern slavery. Slavery Footprint has been visited by over 25 million users in 190 countries since its launch in 2011. \nLearn More[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n  \n\n[1] Global Estimates of Child Labour: Results and Trends\, 2012-2016\, International Labour Office (ILO)\, Geneva\, 2017.\n[2] https://press.vatican.va/content/salastampa/en/bollettino/pubblico/2021/11/17/211117c.html\n[3] Global Estimates of Child Labour: Results and Trends\, 2012-2016\, International Labour Office (ILO)\, Geneva\, 2017.\n[4] https://endchildlabour2021.org/\n[5] Worst Forms of Child Labour Convention\, 1999\, Art. 3 (No. 182).\n[6] https://www.alliance87.org/target-8-7/\n[7] Id.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/childlabour2022/ LOCATION:FL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/WORLD-DAY-AGAINST-CHILD-LABOUR-2022-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220208T121500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220208T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20211210T174605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221221T194618Z UID:9851-1644322500-1644325200@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:Mass Honoring International Day of Prayer & Awareness Against Human Trafficking DESCRIPTION:Please join us on February 8 for Mass to commemorate the International Day of Prayer & Awareness Against Human Trafficking as we pray for victims and survivors of human trafficking.  The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy is proud to cooperate with Campus Ministry and the Catholic Identity Committee of the Law School Faculty at St. Thomas University on this Mass.  \nThis Mass is open to the public\, and all faiths are welcome to attend.  For directions and a campus map\, click here. \n  \n \n[nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Extra-Color-3″ icon_family=”none” url=”https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eixn3qc9b512268a&oseq=&c=&ch=” text=”RSVP”]\nAdditional Event on February 8\n\n\nTrafficking in Persons: Case Studies from the Americas\n10:30 AM – 11:30 AM\nOn February 8\, 2022\, International Day of Prayer & Awareness Against Human Trafficking\, please join us for International Law Perspectives to Trafficking in Persons.  During this panel presentation\, students in the Juris Doctor and the Master of Laws in Intercultural Human Rights programs of St. Thomas University College of Law will present on the various forms of human trafficking as well as on the multiple layers of its regulation in domestic law\, regional protections\, and international law. Case studies: Haiti\, Trinidad and Tobago\, and Uruguay. \n[nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Extra-Color-3″ icon_family=”none” url=”https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/trafficking-in-persons-case-studies-from-the-americas/” text=”Register”]\n\nIn partnership with URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/dayofprayer2022/ LOCATION:The Chapel of St. Anthony\, St. Thomas University College of Law\, 16401 NW 37th Avenue\, Miami Gardens\, FL\, 33054\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Day-of-Prayer-Web-Banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220208T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220208T113000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20220118T184006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220222T172830Z UID:10009-1644316200-1644319800@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:Trafficking in Persons: Case Studies from the Americas DESCRIPTION:On February 8\, 2022\, International Day of Prayer & Awareness Against Human Trafficking\, please join us for Trafficking in Persons: Case Studies from the Americas.  During this panel presentation\, students in the Juris Doctor and the Master of Laws in Intercultural Human Rights programs of St. Thomas University College of Law will present on the various forms of human trafficking as well as on the multiple layers of its regulation in domestic law\, regional protections\, and international law. Case studies: Haiti\, Trinidad and Tobago\, and Uruguay. A roundtable discussion will follow. Light refreshments will be served. \nThe event will be followed by Mass to pray for victims and survivors of human trafficking. \nThis event is free and open to the public with registration. For directions and a campus map\, click here. \n\n[nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Extra-Color-3″ icon_family=”none” url=”http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=pi8nq97ab&oeidk=a07ej0hhrp206d08d60″ text=”Register Now”]\n  \nPanelists\n\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\nBridgette C. Boodoo\nJ.D. Candidate\nSt. Thomas University College of Law\nTrinidad and Tobago\n \n[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\nDona P. Beaubrun\nJ.D. Candidate\nSt. Thomas University College of Law\nHaiti\n \n[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\nVanessa Ferdinand-Charles\, BS\, MA\nLL.M. Candidate\nIntercultural Human Rights Program\nSt. Thomas University College of Law\nHaiti\n \n[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n\nSueci V. Gimenez\nJ.D. Candidate\nSt. Thomas University College of Law\nUruguay\n \n[/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”]\n[/vc_column][/vc_row]\nModerator\n\n\nAshley R. Morgan\nGraduate Fellow\, The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy\nJ.D. Candidate\, St. Thomas University College of Law URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/trafficking-in-persons-case-studies-from-the-americas/ LOCATION:St. Thomas University College of Law (Atrium Conference Room)\, 16401 NW 37th Avenue\, Miami Gardens\, FL\, 33054\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/International-Law-Perspectives-to-Trafficking-in-Person-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220111T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220111T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20211109T221354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T203022Z UID:9603-1641891600-1641915000@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:Integration Challenges: All Hands on Deck to End Human Trafficking in Southwest Florida DESCRIPTION:On January 11\, 2022\, National Human Trafficking Awareness Day\, please join us in Fort Myers\, Florida\, for an intensive one-day training against human trafficking: Integration Challenges: All Hands on Deck to End Human Trafficking in Southwest Florida. \nThree years after Breaking Chains and Breaking Cycles: The Intersection of Human Trafficking and the Opioid Crisis\, the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University College of Law is proud to once again partner with A Voice in the Wilderness Empowerment Center on a training that explores the next frontier of eradicating human trafficking in southwest Florida and beyond. \nGreat strides have been made against human trafficking in southwest Florida\, but more work remains – requiring the collaboration\, compassion\, and multidisciplinary efforts of the entire community to succeed.  This year’s training aims to build on past progress and empower the community with knowledge and resolve as it continues to strengthen public-private partnerships and work towards ending human trafficking in all its forms.  In addition to opportunities to network with other organization working against human trafficking\, sessions will be presented by leading experts in the field as follows: \n\n\nSession 1: Perspectives in Law: Trafficking in Persons as a Crime \n\n\nSession 2: Assessing Vulnerability and Trauma in Human Trafficking: Case Study Opioids \n\n\nSession 3: Labor Trafficking: A Collaborative Response to Immigration Issues of Victims and Survivors \n\n\nSession 4: Public-Private Partnerships: A Multidisciplinary Imperative to Combat Human Trafficking \n\n\nThis training is free and open to the public with registration.  This training is accredited for 5.5 Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits from The Florida Bar.  This event is not available virtually.  A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.  Space is limited. \n\n*REGISTRATION IS NOW FULL*\n\n[nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Extra-Color-3″ icon_family=”none” url=”https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Integration-Challenges-Training-Program-Schedule.pdf” text=”View Curriculum & Speakers”]\n  \n\nIn partnership with\n\n\n*The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy reserves the right to change/modify the schedule as necessary.* URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/endht2022/ LOCATION:Riverside Community Center\, 3061 E. Riverside Drive\, Ft. Myers\, FL\, 33916\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Ft.-Myers-Web-Banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211231 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220101 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20210506T165225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211105T203538Z UID:8349-1640908800-1640995199@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:International Year for the Elimination of Child Labor 2021 DESCRIPTION:Approximately 218 million children between the ages of 5 and 17 are employed in work.  However\, 152 million of these children are victims of child labor\, including 73 million that work in hazardous child labor.[1] In recognition of this global plight of child labor\, the United Nations General Assembly adopted Resolution 73/327 declaring the year 2021 as the International Year for the Elimination of Child Labour. \nWhat is Child Labor?\nAlthough there are many circumstances where young people may work in compliance with all applicable laws\, children are all too often exploited in child labor.  When children are exploited in child labor their health\, safety\, well-being\, morals\, and educational opportunities may be jeopardized.  Around the world\, child labor takes place primarily in agriculture (71%)\, which includes livestock herding\, forestry\, fishing and aquaculture\, and comprises both subsistence and commercial farming; services (17%); and the industrial sector\, including mining (12%).”[2] Almost half of child labor occurs in Africa (72 million children)\, followed by Asia and the Pacific (62 million).[3] \nIn 1999\, the General Conference of the UN International Labour Organization (ILO) adopted the Worst Forms of Child Labour Convention.  This was the first ILO Convention to receive universal ratification and defined the worst forms of child labor as “all forms of slavery or practices similar to slavery\, such as the sale and trafficking of children\, debt bondage and serfdom and forced or compulsory labour\, including forced or compulsory recruitment of children for use in armed conflict; the use\, procuring or offering of a child for prostitution\, for the production of pornography or for pornographic performances; the use\, procuring or offering of a child for illicit activities\, in particular for the production and trafficking of drugs as defined in the relevant international treaties; [and] work which\, by its nature or the circumstances in which it is carried out\, is likely to harm the health\, safety or morals of children.”[4] \nSustainable Development Goal 8.7\nIn 2015\, all United Nations Member States adopted 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.  SDG Goal 8.7 seeks to eradicate forced labor\, end modern slavery and human trafficking\, and secure the prohibition and elimination of the worst forms of child labor\, including child soldiers by 2030.[5]  It also seeks to end child labor in all its forms by 2025.[6]  While our global community has made strides towards the elimination of child labor\, all individuals and stakeholders at every level are needed to take action and raise awareness on this issue. \nWhat Can You Do?\n\nEducate yourself on child labor around the world by reviewing the recommended resources below.\nBe a responsible consumer by buying products free of child labor.  Download ILAB’s Sweat & Toil App to avoid purchasing goods produced with child labor or forced labor.\nRaise funds for organizations working against human trafficking\, or make a tax-deductible donation to support the efforts of The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy\, such as supporting an educational scholarship for survivors of human trafficking.\nAct\, inspire\, and scale up with a 2021 Action Pledge to end child labor during the International Year for the Elimination of Child Labour at https://endchildlabour2021.org.\nShare your pledge to take action against child labor and the social media shareables online with the hashtag #EndChildLabour2021 and #HumanTraffickingAcademy on World Day against Child Labor on June 12\, and throughout the International Year for the Elimination of Child Labour.\n\nResource Videos\n\n[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_raw_html]JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwdGl0bGUlM0QlMjJZb3VUdWJlJTIwdmlkZW8lMjBwbGF5ZXIlMjIlMjBzcmMlM0QlMjJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy55b3V0dWJlLmNvbSUyRmVtYmVkJTJGdklOSnJPT0liYUklMjIlMjB3aWR0aCUzRCUyMjU2MCUyMiUyMGhlaWdodCUzRCUyMjMxNSUyMiUyMGZyYW1lYm9yZGVyJTNEJTIyMCUyMiUyMGFsbG93ZnVsbHNjcmVlbiUzRCUyMmFsbG93ZnVsbHNjcmVlbiUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRmlmcmFtZSUzRQ==[/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text]\nChildren’s Issues: The Global Plight of Child Labor\nThis course addresses the background of child labor and the forms it takes abroad and in the United States.  This course was taught by Prof. Nora V. Demleitner\, Professor of Law\, Washington and Lee University School of Law\, at The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy’s intensive 15-course training certification\, The State of Labor Trafficking Domestically and Abroad: A Critical Assessment on the 20th Anniversary of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act\, in July of 2020. \n\nVideo Credit:  The John J. 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of their childhood when they are forced into child labor. \n\nVideo Credit:  Vatican News[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_raw_html]JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwdGl0bGUlM0QlMjJZb3VUdWJlJTIwdmlkZW8lMjBwbGF5ZXIlMjIlMjBzcmMlM0QlMjJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy55b3V0dWJlLmNvbSUyRmVtYmVkJTJGMC0zMHYzRlA0SjQlMjIlMjB3aWR0aCUzRCUyMjU2MCUyMiUyMGhlaWdodCUzRCUyMjMxNSUyMiUyMGZyYW1lYm9yZGVyJTNEJTIyMCUyMiUyMGFsbG93ZnVsbHNjcmVlbiUzRCUyMmFsbG93ZnVsbHNjcmVlbiUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRmlmcmFtZSUzRQ==[/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text]\nInside the Hidden Reality of Labor Trafficking in America\, Trafficked in America\nThis documentary from Frontline PBS goes inside the major 2014 labor trafficking case involving Guatemalan teens who were forced by a third-party contractor to work against their will at Trillium Farms in Ohio — one of the country’s largest egg producers. \n\nVideo Credit: Frontline PBS[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” 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shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\nResources\n\n \nResolution 73/327\, International Year for the Elimination of Child Labour\, 2021 (adopted by United Nations General Assembly on July 25\, 2019).\nUnited Nations General Assembly Resolution 73/327 declared 2021 the International Year for the Elimination of Child Labour.  \nLearn More\n  \nWorst Forms of Child Labour Convention No. 182\, International Labour Organization (1999)\nILO Convention No. 182 on the worst forms of child labor requires ratifying states to eliminate the worst forms of child labor and slavery.  It is the first ILO Convention to achieve universal ratification. \nLearn More\n  \n\nWorst Forms of Child Labour Recommendation\, International Labour Organization (1999)\nThe provisions of this Recommendation supplement the International Labour Organizations’s Worst Forms of Child Labour Convention\, 1999. \nLearn More\n  \nConvention on the Rights of the Child (1989)\nThe Convention on the Rights of the Child is an international treaty adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on November 20\, 1989.  The Convention addresses the rights of children and the responsibilities of governments to enable and protect these rights. \nLearn More\n  \nOptional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child on the Sale of Children\, Child Prostitution\, and Child Pornography (2000)\nThis Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on May 25\, 2000\, provides that State Parties shall prohibit the sale of children\, child prostitution and child pornography. \nLearn More\n  \n\nOptional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child on the Involvement of Children in Armed Conflict (2000)\nThis Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child aims to protect children from recruitment and use in hostilities.  It was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on May 25\, 2000. \nLearn More\n  \n\nProtocol to Prevent\, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons Especially Women and Children\, supplementing the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (2000)\nThe United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime is the main international instrument combatting transnational organized crime.  This Protocol supplementing the Convention addresses trafficking in persons as a transnational organized crime while focusing on women and children.  It was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on November 15\, 2000. \nLearn More\n  \n\nMinimum Age Convention No. 138\, International Labour Organization (1973)\nILO Convention No. 138 calls for the effective abolition of child labor and to raise progressively the minimum age for admission to employment or work to a level consistent with the fullest physical and mental development of young persons. \nLearn More\n  \nAlliance 8.7\nAlliance 8.7 is the global partnership for eradicating forced labor\, modern slavery\, human trafficking\, and child labor around the world.   Target 8.7 of the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals calls for us to work together to end the recruitment and use of child labor by 2025. \nLearn More\n  \nCOVID-19 and Child Labour:  A Time of Crisis\, A Time to Act\, ILO and UNICEF (2020)\nA report with recommended actions that governments can take to prevent and eliminate child labor in the time of the COVID-19 pandemic. \nLearn More\n  \nChild Labour: Global Estimates 2020\, Trends and the Road Forward\, ILO and UNICEF\, New York\, 2021\nPublished for the first time jointly by the ILO and UNICEF\, as co-custodians of Target 8.7 of the Sustainable Development Goals\, the report Child Labour: 2020 Global Estimates\, Trends and the Road Forward describes the scale and key characteristics of child labour today\, and changes over time. \nLearn More\n  \nGlobal Regulation of Corporate Conduct: Effective Pursuit of a Slave-Free Supply Chain\nGlobal Regulation of Corporate Conduct: Effective Pursuit of a Slave-Free Supply Chain by Dr. Roza Pati\, founder and director of The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy\, was published in American University Law Review\, Vol. 68\, Iss. 5\, Art. 8\, in 2019. \nLearn More\n  \nEnding Child Labour\, Forced Labour & Human Trafficking in Global Supply Chains (2019)\nThis 2019 Report presents the joint research findings and conclusions on child labor\, forced labor and human trafficking linked to global supply chains from the ILO\, the OECD\, IOM and UNICEF. \nLearn More\n  \n  \n2019 Findings on the Worst Forms of Child Labor\nThe U.S. Department of Labor’s annual Findings on the Worst Forms of Child Labor focuses on the efforts of certain U.S. trade beneficiary countries and territories to eliminate the worst forms of child labor through legislation\, enforcement mechanisms\, policies and social programs. \nLearn More\n  \nList of Products Produced by Forced or Indentured Child Labor\nThe U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB) “maintains a list of products and their source countries which it has a reasonable basis to believe are produced by forced or indentured child labor\, pursuant to Executive Order 13126. This List is intended to ensure that U.S. federal agencies do not procure goods made by forced or indentured child labor.  Under procurement regulations\, federal contractors who supply products on the List must certify that they have made a good faith effort to determine whether forced or indentured child labor was used to produce the items supplied.” \nLearn More[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” id=”shareables” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\nSocial Media Shareables\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\nThird-Party Apps\n\nILAB’s Sweat & Toil: Child Labor\, Forced Labor\, & Human Trafficking Around the World\nThe U.S. Department of Labor’s App Sweat & Toil: Child Labor\, Forced Labor\, and Human Trafficking Around the World is a comprehensive resource developed by ILAB documenting child labor and forced labor worldwide. \nLearn More\n  \nILAB’s Comply Chain: Business Tools for Labor Compliance in Global Supply Chains\nChild and forced labor in supply chains present serious and material risks to companies and industries. To help mitigate these risks\, the U.S. Department of Labor developed the Comply Chain: Business Tools for Labor Compliance in Global Supply Chains App. \nLearn More\n  \nSlavery Footprint\nThrough a grant from the U.S. Department of State’s Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons\, the NGO Made in a Free World developed Slavery Footprint\, a web- and mobile-based application that allows users to understand how their lives may intersect with modern slavery. Slavery Footprint has been visited by over 25 million users in 190 countries since its launch in 2011. \nLearn More[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n  \n\n[1] Global Estimates of Child Labour: Results and Trends\, 2012-2016\, International Labour Office (ILO)\, Geneva\, 2017.\n[2] Id.\n[3] https://endchildlabour2021.org/\n[4] Worst Forms of Child Labour Convention\, 1999\, Art. 3 (No. 182).\n[5] https://www.alliance87.org/target-8-7/\n[6] Id.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/childlabour2021/ LOCATION:FL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Farmer-Thai-Girl-e1636143485537.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211117T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211117T203000 DTSTAMP:20260407T134225 CREATED:20211111T201520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211206T203049Z UID:9623-1637172000-1637181000@humantraffickingacademy.org SUMMARY:Human Trafficking in "the 305": How Lawyers Can Contribute to Eradicating Modern-Day Slavery in Miami-Dade County DESCRIPTION:The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy in cooperation with The Honorable Peter T. Fay American Inn of Court presents Human Trafficking in “the 305”: How Lawyers Can Contribute to Eradicating Modern-Day Slavery in Miami-Dade County with Ana I. Vallejo\, Associated Expert of the John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy\, and Co-Director of VIDA Legal Assistance\, Inc. Ms. Vallejo has been representing immigrant survivors of violence for over 15 years.  She has represented trafficked persons and has worked in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Justice\, the FBI\, the U.S. Department of State and the Department of Homeland Security.  In addition to direct legal representation\, Ms. Vallejo has been part of the faculty and a panelist in numerous national and international trainings and conferences. Ms. Vallejo has a law degree and a Master of Laws degree from St. Thomas University College of Law\, Miami\, Florida. \n***This is an invitation only event*** URL:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/event/human-trafficking-in-the-305/ LOCATION:FL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://humantraffickingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Inn-of-Courts-Flyer.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR