The International Humanitarian Law (IHL) unit at the American Red Cross offers educational programs and public events to shed light on key issues surrounding armed conflict and to bring together communities of learning in order to share best practices.
27 million people a year are affected by human trafficking and contemporary forms of slavery. Complex emergencies, including armed conflict and natural disaster, mean vulnerable populations are at increased risk for exploitation and trafficking. While human trafficking takes on many forms, from forced labor and domestic servitude, to child soldiers, prostitution and the illicit drug trade, the problem is global and one of the most urgent transnational issues we face today. There are already many communities doing important work on these issues. In order to properly understand the problem and create sustainable solutions, these diverse stakeholders must continue to work collaboratively, understanding the priorities and perspectives of each.
The September 25 conference is a full day event designed to bring policy makers, service providers, government, military, academics and advocates together to highlight critical issues and share success stories. The agenda is as follows:
9:00 – 9:30 |
Registration, Breakfast & Networking |
9:30 – 10:00 |
Welcome
Introductory Keynote: International Humanitarian Law & Human Trafficking
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10:00 – 11:20 |
Panel One: Gender and Trafficking
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11:20 – 11:30 |
BREAK |
11:30 – 1:00 |
Panel Two: Displaced Populations and Trafficking
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1:00 – 2:00 |
Seated Lunch and Facilitated Roundtable Discussions |
2:00 – 3:20 |
Panel Three: Anti-trafficking Legislation and Advocacy
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3:20 – 3:30 |
BREAK |
3:30 – 4:30 |
Afternoon Keynote: Multisector Solutions to Human Trafficking
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4:30 – 4:40 |
Closing Remarks
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