exploitation Archives

UNODC Champions Team Against Online Child Exploitation in Southeast Asia Amid Rising COVID-19 Challenges

Manila, Philippines – The surge in online child abuse in the Philippines has intensified, with investigations revealing that the disturbing trend has escalated during the COVID-19 pandemic. This rise is attributed largely to increased financial desperation and a dangerous misperception that virtual exploitation does not constitute real harm. Cheng Veniles, a national program officer for the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), highlighted the severe nature of this issue during a recent workshop. Veniles …

India’s High Commissioner Urges Canada to Rebuild Reputation as Safe Destination for International Students after Exploitation Scandals

OTTAWA, Canada – The High Commissioner of India to Canada, Sanjay Kumar Verma, emphasized the need to rebuild Canada’s brand as a preferred destination for bright minds, highlighting the exploitation and tragic deaths of international students in the country. Verma expressed concern over the exploitation of Indian students in Canada, stating that this exploitation undermines the technological advancements both countries could achieve through collaboration. Verma’s comments come amid increased scrutiny of Canada’s international student program, …

Bharatiya Janata Party’s Documentary Exposes Alleged Land Grab and Sexual Exploitation in West Bengal

Kolkata, India – The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) recently unveiled a documentary on social media, shedding light on alleged land grabbing and sexual exploitation of women in Sandeshkhali, West Bengal. The documentary, over 20 minutes long, features women from Sandeshkhali speaking about the crimes they have endured. The BJP accuses the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government in the state of trying to conceal the truth about the situation in Sandeshkhali. According to the BJP, the documentary …

Gazan Civilians Speak Out About Hamas’s Abuse and Exploitation

RAFAH, Gaza Strip – Civilians in the Gaza Strip have come forward with testimonies about the exploitation and abuse by Hamas, as reported by officers of Unit 504. One civilian recounted how his cousin was murdered by Hamas after seeking help from UNRWA, the UN agency for Palestinian refugees. Another individual revealed that they do not leave their home out of fear that Hamas will seize it for military use, potentially leading to the destruction …

Murder suspect faces charges in Ocala shooting, federal officials reveal child exploitation prosecutions

OCALA, FLORIDA – The State Attorney’s Office has filed charges against a man in connection with shooting deaths at the beginning of 2023, in addition to prosecuting close to 2,000 people in 2023 in child exploitation cases, according to federal officials. The charges stem from the shooting deaths of Abdul Hakeem Croskey, 24, and 30-year-old DaMonta J. Harris, who were gunned down on Jan. 1, 2023, at a block party where four others were also …