Human Trafficking - Scotland 's 21st Century Slaves
Wednesday, 20th August 2008
Scottish Parliament
Over 200 years after the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade, the modern day slave trade is thriving. Some 600,000 people are illegally trafficked into the European Union each year, the vast majority for the sex trade. Kate Allen, Director of Amnesty International UK, outlines new research highlighting the extent of people trafficking into Scotland . John Wilkes, Chief Executive of the Scottish Refugee Council, talks about guardianship for trafficked and asylum seeking children in Scotland . Ann Hamilton discusses the frontline work of the TARA project in Glasgow , which supports victims of trafficking in Scotland .
In association with the Parliament's Cross Party Groups on Human Rights and Civil Liberties, and Asylum Seekers and Refugees.
12.30 Committee Room 3
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