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This GAOverview is part of our series aimed at helping officials better prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse. Abuse of federal resources occurs when someone behaves improperly or unreasonably, or misuses a position or authority. GAO found 3 key challenges to identifying abuse of federal resources: - Officials don't always know what counts as abusive behavior based on program policies - Some programs and operations don't have as much oversight as others—making them prime targets for abuse - Some government activities—such as delivering foreign aid or domestic emergency response—may present unique risks of abuse Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/gZztUpDt #GAOverview #FederalResources #GovermentPrograms

Interested in learning more about the U.S. Government’s response to human trafficking? This website provides information on federal resources for victims, current funding opportunities, public awareness and training efforts, information on survivor leadership, and more: https://lnkd.in/gw9b52B. #EndHumanTrafficking #TacklingTrafficking

As per new the new report by the Réseau National de Défense des Droits Humains (RNDDH), of the at least 208 people slain in Haiti's violence between January & March, included: - 7 passengers killed aboard a sailboat between Mariani & Gressier - 9 charred bodies found on a landfill in Delmas 19 - Married store owners in Bassin-Bleu decapitated by armed bandits - 4 occupants of a minibus slain in the Artibonite Valley - 5 slain in Portail Léogane by armed men in a car - 10 slain aboard a public transport bus along the Port-au-Prince to Mirebalais route - An 80 year-old man man executed in Léogane's Hôpital Sainte Croix by unidentified armed individuals who burst into the operating room - A 7 year-old child hit by a stray bullet in Pétionville's Bellevue 3 area - A journalist hit by a stray bullet in Delmas 19 This new report is a stark illustration of how NOWHERE in the capital or environs (or indeed, a number of other locales in Haiti) are safe, & that death can strike at any time. There is really no way to overstate the daily terror people in Haiti face at the present time. Citizens in Haiti are today forced to live under criminal anarchy, gang terrorism & economic collapse at a level that is an affront to human dignity. To the world at large, do not grow fatigued of this issue & don't stop talking about it. We must all help however we can.

Today, on this EU (European Union) Anti-Trafficking Day, let’s work together to raise awareness and foster collaboration to combat human trafficking everywhere. The EU Justice and Home Affairs agencies are taking decisive steps to detect and protect victims, helping prevent future exploitation. Let's unite to address human trafficking, exchange knowledge, and work toward a world free from this crime. To learn more, visit: https://buff.ly/4h6mpaG Source: Council of Europe (COE) #EndHumanTrafficking #FightHumanTrafficking #AntiTrafficking #Liluye #LiluyeSpirit

“It is vitally important for federal agencies to be vigilant about upholding the U.S government’s zero tolerance policy for human trafficking, especially in contracts paid for by our own taxpayer dollars. Today, on #WorldDayAgainstTrafficking, my partner Mona Sehgal and I, along with our great staff, released another important evaluation of federal agencies’ actions to do so and make recommendations to improve these efforts at DOD, State, DHS, and USAID. See more at https://lnkd.in/eYVN_FwD

Biden's executive order targeting violent Israeli settlers is what we call in Arabic "7aki fadi," or empty rhetoric. Biden is trying to win back some Arab voters, but they will see through this charade The reason is, there's no meaningful enforcement mechanism. And without one, these criminals will continue to attack innocent Palestinians, steal their land, and block their receipt of aid. As Abed Ayoub of the American Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee points out on X (link in comments), there is no transparent way to identify settlers, short of the Israeli government offering that information to the United States. And that won't happen by a long shot. There *is* a viable enforcement mechanism, were the United States serious about punishing settlers and curbing their extremism. Subject American citizen settlers to criminal and civil charges back home. Sadly, the majority of violent Israeli settlers in the West Bank are American citizens. Opening them up to the American criminal justice system will be a meaningful deterrent. These are bad faith actors who are harming the United States both at home and abroad; it is in American interest to bring them to justice. But will the US go that far?

Are your clients protected from political violence risks? In today's environment, the risks of political violence are evident, and these risks create escalating challenges for businesses and public entities. It's crucial to assess and address potential gaps in coverage from events like terrorism, civil unrest, riots, and active assailants. Download our Contact Sheet & Appetite Guide and consult with our experts: https://ow.ly/iOVy50TtEOX #MunichReSpecialty #PoliticalViolence

This handy two-pager gives brokers Munich Re Specialty terrorism & political violence insurance experts broken down by region and an at-a-glance appetite guide for the coverage. Any broker placing property coverage for businesses or public entities in today's risk ecosystem should consider terrorism coverage. It's also good to be aware that standalone terrorism coverage is not only more comprehensive than TRIA / TRIPRA, it's often more cost effective as well. Grab a copy of our contact sheet for yourself.

Does your organization have a travel risk and security program? If so do you have contingencies in place along with proper employee training in the event your staff suddenly find themselves in a non-permissive environment while on business? Does your team know where to go and what to do to get out of danger? Incidents like this can happen suddenly, make sure your organization is actively monitoring threats prior to and during employee business travel. Have a plan in place to evacuate staff from locations when needed. If you do not have a robust internal security program you can leverage contract security firms to help you build risk management programs and policies as well as to augment your internal security and emergency management teams.

🌟 Human Trafficking: The Hidden U.S. Crisis 🌟 Did you know over a million people are enslaved in the U.S.? Thousands of foreign nationals and American children fall victim each year. Vulnerable populations are targeted nationwide, rooted in historical exploitation. Despite government efforts, we need more comprehensive protections to truly combat this issue. Let's raise awareness and fight for change! #EndHumanTrafficking #RaiseAwareness #ProtectTheVulnerable #ACESWorld 🔗 Learn more here from our blog: https://shorturl.at/2XL6z