The Current

Advocacy News + Updates

by
Eileen Campbell
September 1, 2011

 Just last week, the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act (TVPRA) was introduced in the House of Representatives. This bi-partisan bill renews and strengthens the legislation that established U.S. programs to fight slavery at home and abroad.

by
Erica Boonstra
August 25, 2011

Throughout the month of August, advocates around the country have been meeting with their Senators and Representatives in Congress, asking for their support on the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act (TVPRA). These meetings are crucial in sending a message to Members of Congress that fighting human trafficking is a priority for their constituents.

On September 6, Congress returns to Washington, and we want to make sure the message is still loud and clear: Americans care about ending modern-day slavery and want their elected leaders to care about it too.

by
Erica Boonstra
August 21, 2011

Two weeks ago, Congress went on its annual August district recess, a full month where Members of Congress return to their home states to hear from their constituents about the issues they care about.

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