Day Eight: Forced and Child Labor
Myth
Labor trafficking is only or primarily a problem in developing countries.
Reality
Labor trafficking occurs in the United States and in other developed countries but is reported at lower rates than sex trafficking.
- $51 billion per year is accumulated through forced labor.
- 21 million victims worldwide are believed to be victims of forced labor.
Every year during the 16 days from November 25 through December 10, Zonta Clubs around the world participate in the Zonta Says No to Violence Against Women campaign.
The graphics shared during this year’s campaign contain information about domestic violence, depicting some of the signs, as well as the myths surrounding it, and the far-reaching impacts it has on those who suffer from it and/or witness domestic violence.
Clinton County Daily News.com will run this campaign through December 10.