BY BRANDY L. GUERRERO, CASE MANAGER A21: PUTTING AN END TO HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Let’s begin by defining human trafficking. According to the Department of Homeland Security, human trafficking is modern-day slavery that involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion for commercial sex purposes or to obtain some type of labor. It’s also defined as slavery, forced prostitution, physical or verbal abuse, and keeping victims in barbaric working conditions. The concepts of “slavery” and “trafficking” are tough to wrap your mind around because it seems they couldn’t possibly exist
abolitionists who work to free slaves and disrupt the demand for involuntary labor. They envision a world without slavery and work to make it a reality. A21 tries to prevent human trafficking through awareness campaigns like The Walk for Freedom. The organization protects survivors in shelters and transition homes, helps prosecute traffickers, and partners with law enforcement to find ways to fight human trafficking. The first way to prevent human trafficking is by being able to recognize the signs. According to A21, there are a few clues to identify a possible victim: • They are accompanied by a controlling person and do not speak on their own behalf. • They are transported to or from work, or they live and work at the same place. • They are frightened to talk to outsiders and authorities. • They have a cellphone despite lacking other basic belongings. Recognizing clues is just the beginning. If you would like more information or are interested in becoming a part of the New Abolitionists, please visit a21.org. This website is filled with educational tools about human trafficking and the ways you can get involved to help end slavery forever.
in the 21st century. But unfortunately, human trafficking is a billion- dollar business worldwide. This illegal trade of human beings does not discriminate. It includes women, men, and children of all races, ethnic groups, and religious backgrounds. A21 is a nonprofit organization fueled by the radical hope that human beings everywhere will be rescued from bondage and completely restored. A21 is shorthand for the organization’s mission: “Abolish slavery everywhere in the 21st century.” Its members are 21st-century
RICE KRISPIES EASTER EGGS DIPPED IN CHOCOLATE
Ingredients
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Scotch tape
• 2 (12-ounce) bags candy melts in a color of your choosing
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Cooking spray
• 2-3 containers of holiday sprinkles • Plastic eggs, washed and dried
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Makings for Rice Krispies Treats
Directions
1. Clean plastic eggs well and set aside to dry.
6. Once eggs are set, remove from plastic molds. 7. Place candy melts in microwave-safe dish. Microwave the candy in 15-second intervals until smooth.
2. Make Rice Krispies Treats following your favorite recipe.
3. Coat inside of plastic eggs with cooking spray. Firmly press Treat mixture into each side of egg and close. Do not overfill. If you do, the eggs will not close and set.
8. Dip each egg 1/3 of the way into the
melted candy, then cover with sprinkles of choice.
4. Place a piece of tape over egg seam for extra security.
9. Let dry, and enjoy!
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5. Place filled plastic eggs in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
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