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Youth Forum: Human Trafficking

59m 24s

The U.S. Justice Department estimates that there are 14,500 to 17,500 people trafficked into the country every year. Globally, the number of trafficking victims is estimated at upwards of 20 million. These numbers remain difficult to fully quantify, however, The International Labor Organization estimates that forced labor and human trafficking is a $150 billion industry worldwide.

Aired: 11/28/16
Extras
Remarks from Jenice Contreras of the Northeast Ohio Hispanic Center For Economic Development
This summer, Mayors from across the country will gather in Cleveland.
Today's public service requires skills for true urban vitality.
Tim Heaphy discovered that American democracy was headed toward a reckoning.
Join us at the City Club for a conversation with Michael Sandel on how to reinvigorate democracy.
Join us at the City Club as we are joined by experts to discuss the future of Ohio's universities.
Join us at the City Club as we hear from Dave Yost.
Join us at the City Club as we hear from leadership on the Youth Justice Collaborative.
Join us for a conversation about inclusive and responsive leadership.
Join us for a bold conversation on politics, the media, and democracy with Mehdi Hasan.
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Remarks from Jenice Contreras of the Northeast Ohio Hispanic Center For Economic Development
This summer, Mayors from across the country will gather in Cleveland.
Today's public service requires skills for true urban vitality.
Tim Heaphy discovered that American democracy was headed toward a reckoning.
Join us at the City Club for a conversation with Michael Sandel on how to reinvigorate democracy.
Join us at the City Club as we are joined by experts to discuss the future of Ohio's universities.
Join us at the City Club as we hear from Dave Yost.
Join us at the City Club as we hear from leadership on the Youth Justice Collaborative.
Join us for a conversation about inclusive and responsive leadership.
Join us for a bold conversation on politics, the media, and democracy with Mehdi Hasan.