Thank you for visiting our fundraising page. Please sponsor us online.
Between August 14th - 26th 2007, a group of us will be cycling a 1000 mile route from John O'Groats to Lands End - with lots of big hills in between! Our team includes Steve Stanford, Rich Stanford, Emma Brewster, Jonathan Cathie, Dave Mackenzie-Clarke, Catherine Powrie and Sally-Anne.
We are using this challenge to raise money for STOP THE TRAFFIK. This charity is committed to reducing the terrible effects of human trafficking on a global scale via raising awareness and supporting practical projects worldwide. For more information see:
www.stopthetraffik.org
www.stopthetraffik.org/projects/
Here are some of the shocking facts:
At least 12.3 million people are victims of forced labour worldwide. Of these 2.4 million are as a result of human trafficking. A global alliance against forced labor, International Labour Organisation, 2005
600,000-800,000 men, women and children trafficked across international borders each year. Approximately 80 per cent are women and girls. Up to 50% are minors. US Department of State Trafficking in Persons Report 2005
An estimated 1.2 million children trafficked each year. UNICEF UK Child Trafficking Information sheet, January 2003
The majority of trafficked victims arguably come from the poorest countries and poorest strata of the national population. A global alliance against forced labor, International Labour Organisation, 2005
Trafficking is the fastest growing means by which people are caught in the trap of slavery. Anti-Slavery
Human trafficking is the third largest source of income for organised crime, exceeded only by arms and drugs trafficking. UN office on drugs and crime
It is the fastest growing form of international crime, already generating 7 billion dollars per year in criminal proceeds. There are even reports that some trafficking groups are switching their cargo from drugs to human beings, in a search of high profits at lower risk. UN office on drugs and crime
People are trafficked into prostitution, begging, forced labour, military service, domestic service, forced illegal adoption, forced marriage etc.
Types of recruitment; include abduction, false agreement with parents, sold by parents, runaways, travel with family, orphans sold from street or institutions.
Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor us: Stop The Traffik will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you. (Pls note JustGiving take 5% of proceeds to cover costs - if you would prefer to send a cheque contact s.stanford@surrey.ac.uk)
So, we would be very grateful if you could sponsor us!
From,
Steve, Rich, Emma, Jonathan, Dave, Catherine and Sally-Ann
Many thanks for your support.
