The A21 Campaign

Millions of people worldwide are trapped in labor trafficking, forced to work under inhumane conditions for little or no pay. From domestic servitude and forced begging to grueling manual labor, men, women, and even children are being exploited every day. Labor trafficking is prevalent in industries like agriculture, hospitality, and manufacturing—but it can happen anywhere and to anyone. Often, victims are lured into exploitation through false job advertisements. Share this message. And learn the signs of exploitative employment downloading our Safe Employment Guide at A21.org/Employment. Together, we can help prevent labor trafficking before it can begin. #EndLaborTrafficking #FreedomForAll #A21

#BREAKINGNEWS Today, we celebrate the FREEDOM of three women in South Africa who were freed from exploitation. ⁠ Two survivors were recovered from domestic servitude after community members stepped in and reported their situation. They will receive ongoing support, including legal assistance, as they prepare to be repatriated.⁠ Another woman was recovered from sexual exploitation during a police raid in partnership with A21. She will also receive comprehensive aftercare support to aid in her recovery and healing.⁠ We are honored to walk alongside these brave survivors on their journey to freedom. Your support makes this possible—thank you!⁠

10th Anniversary of Walk For Freedom recap🔥 All across the globe, we say thousands of advocates take LOCAL action that made a GLOBAL difference. Thank you to everyone who was a part of this year’s Walk For Freedom and helping build a future without slavery. Walk For Freedom 2024 brought the message of hope and justice to the forefront, but the mission continues. Your everyday commitment drives change and saves lives. Awareness, combined with consistent action, is how we build momentum in the fight for freedom. Here are two ways you can keep taking action today: 🤝DONATE Make a difference today and give to support A21’s efforts to end human trafficking! Our aim is to prevent trafficking before it can begin, assist victims, restore survivors, and empower everyday people to make an impact. Together, we can make freedom a reality for everyone. 💻WATCH Watch the Walk For Freedom Broadcast to hear how the local actions of people just like you have made a global impact. In this video, you’ll learn more about human trafficking from our team of experts and hear never-before-shared stories of freedom from across the globe. Visit A21.org/WFFAction to do either of the above.

#BREAKINGNEWS- is coming to you from our team in Bulgaria. We are so excited to be celebrating the freedom of three survivors, including two minors, who have escaped sex trafficking ! Each survivor is now receiving crisis and psychological support, along with help for accommodation and basic necessities from our aftercare team. They now have the chance to rebuild their lives and embrace a future of true freedom. We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside these survivors as they pursue freedom and achieve their goals. Your support makes life-changing, holistic care possible. Follow us for more updates on the incredible work we’re doing to end human trafficking! Together, we will see world free from modern-day slavery.

We’re so grateful for everyone who joined #WalkForFreedom! Now that the walk is over, you may be asking, “What comes next?” The journey doesn’t end here—there are many ways you can stand against human trafficking every single day.⁠ ⁠ Swipe up to discover 10 impactful actions you can take.⁠ ⁠ Feeling unsure about where to begin? Visit A21.org/WFFAction and we’ll share how you can keep making a difference in the fight to end slavery.⁠ ⁠ Remember, even the smallest step can create change.

From the dirt paths of rural India to the iconic Sydney Opera House and the historic monuments in Washington DC, tens of thousands of people took part in this years 10th annual Walk For Freedom. More than 400 walks took place in 45 countries to shine light on the estimated 50 million people currently suffering in exploitation. This is why we walked: - For the children forced into street begging - For the young women caught in online exploitation - For the men working with out pay. Awareness is where change starts and Walk For Freedom 2024 wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible dedication of our hosts and volunteers who invest their time and effort into planning, preparing, and bringing the message of hope and freedom to life in their communities. Thank you for every visible and behind-the-scenes effort that made this day happen. Your commitment has paved the way for hundreds of thousands of people to be awakened to the reality of human trafficking and the fight for freedom. Take a moment to comment below where you walked and thank the people who made it possible.

After all- Each of us has a unique sphere of influence, but only through collective action can we see the end of slavery within our lifetime. When drops of water join together, they create a vast ocean - a force to be reckoned with. The same is true in the anti-trafficking movement. Together, our individual efforts have the ability to make a significant impact. Your action catalyzes raising awareness and equipping ordinary people like you to be part of the solution. It’s action in motion—thousands of advocates uniting for one cause–freedom for every human being. This is why we keep showing up, year after year, for #WalkForFreedom in cities around the world.

As Walk For Freedom continues around the world, communities are being awakened to the truth of modern-day slavery and equipped to prevent and report it. Thousands are walking right now, taking local action to create global impact. Keep tagging us in your #WalkForFreedom posts, keep sharing the truth hidden in plain sight, and keep using your influence to impact your community online and in-person. 👟

READY. SET. WALK! Walk For Freedom is happening right now in hundreds of cities across the globe, and this is your moment to join the world’s biggest rally against human trafficking! Whether you're walking with us locally or donating to the cause from wherever you are, you can make a lasting impact. Stand with the millions affected by this injustice by donating to help reach, rescue, and restore lives. ‼️ Head to A21.org/Givenow today and become part of a global force for change! Will you be out there? 🌏 Drop your city in the comments and tell us where you’re walking!

Human trafficking [the sale of humans for their bodies and/or labor] is one of the world's highest-grossing and fastest-growing criminal industries. This injustice can feel overwhelming at times, and it can be easy not to know where to start or how to be a part of the solution. However, through Walk For Freedom, you can tangibly take action and raise awareness of human trafficking and how to end it. One person can’t do everything, but every person can do something. Register for Walk for Freedom this Saturday, October 19, at A21.org/Walk.