Jul 9, 2021What is FairTrade.And Is It All Good? Let’s talk about certifications and programs for ethical and transparent supply chains and production. Although there are many types we’re going to focus on FairTrade and its umbrella company, FairTrade Labelling Organizations International (FLO). What is FairTrade? FairTrade is a nonprofit that’s dedicated to vastly improving the working and living conditions…Fairtread4 min readFairtread4 min read
Apr 27, 2021The Myanmar Rohingya CrisisWhat Does It Have To Do With Human Trafficking? Before this question can be asked, some background on the crisis needs to be shared. It all began in August 2017 with the Myanmar army beginning a deadly crackdown on Rohingya Muslims in response to Rohingya Arsa militants attacks that same year. Rohingya's begin to flee into Bangladesh due to…Myanmar4 min readMyanmar4 min read
Apr 8, 2021Human Trafficking & The Epstein CaseIn July 2019, Jeffery Epstein was charged with sex trafficking of a minor and conspiracy to committing sex trafficking.* The charges in the US didn’t stand alone, with the Virgin Islands stating that Epstein was running a sex trafficking operation out of his private islands with victims as young as…Human Rights3 min readHuman Rights3 min read
Oct 9, 2020Shop Locally — food editionOver the last couple years there has been a noticeable shift in the consumer purchasing behaviour. More people are inclined to support local businesses over large corporations. This includes supporting local farmers and shopping locally for groceries. Shopping locally has many benefits including, personalised service, one of a kind products…2 min read2 min read
Oct 1, 2020Canada’s Passivity With Human Rights ChallengesCanada has been a country holding onto a global reputation as a defender of human rights. Over the years Canada has been an advocate for actioning efforts to create a pluralistic society embracing the rights of many minorities including immigrants, LGBTQIA2S+ people, people with disabilities and others*, but let’s not…4 min read4 min read
Sep 19, 2020The Victimization of Canada’s Indigenous PeoplesIndigenous communities are not new to being victims of abuse and mistreatment, since the 1500’s they have been targets for the colonist man to push their agenda. They have experienced a cultural genocide, where their traditions, beliefs, skin colour, land and children have been subjected to abuse, manipulation, and death…2 min read2 min read
Sep 17, 2020How people are trafficked: four stages pimps use to executeA common misconception catalysed by portrayals in mainstream media, is the image of a pimp. With modern technology and the instant gratification culture, pimps and traffickers have adapted and updated their methods of procuring not only clientele but also victims. Using dating sites to find victims, they’ve been dubbed ‘romeo…3 min read3 min read
