NFS News Archive South Africa
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Making Great Strides at NFS South Africa
Three years ago, when Not For Sale first began working in South Africa, traffickers – if convicted, were charged with kidnapping and other less serious crimes. Recently, Justice Portfolio Committee Chairperson Luwellyn Landers announced that as soon as next month, the Parliament will pass the Prevention and Combating of Trafficking in Persons Bill –criminalizing human trafficking, prostitution, and forced labor.
Crisis Center Benefits Survivors Like Elizabeth
Not For Sale South Africa recently announced the exciting news that they have secured property in Cape Town for a new crisis center. The new center will be entirely funded by the proceeds raised at the recent Passion 2012 and will provide immediate services and care for newly rescued survivors.
From South Africa: Young Survivor Returns Home to China
Following months of intensive support and care, Kim recently felt ready to return to China.
Speaking about her departure, NFS South African Coordinator Christina Bacino said: “This week I was able to bring one of our girls to the airport and see her off. As we came to the security line and I could go no further, I had mixed emotions. I was so happy to see her freedom and independence restored, but also sad to have to let go and say goodbye. As she disappeared beyond security and I turned to walk away, I thought about how lucky I am to be in the business of setting people free. When this job is rewarding, it is extremely rewarding.”
Now Available | Videos from the Global Forum
In 2011, the modern Abolitionist movement advanced in historical ways, and the Global Forum on Human Trafficking
was our highlight of the year. We are eager to share all of the content for those that were unable to attend, and for those who want to
share it with family, friends, and colleagues. New videos will be posted to the site at the beginning of
each month.
From South Africa: Rockers visit Not For Sale in Cape Town
Indie rockers Black Rebel Motorcycle Club paid an impromptu visit to Not For Sale South Africa this week.
Two of the group’s talented musicians, Peter Hayes and Leah Shapiro, stopped by the operation in Cape Town to meet with coordinator Christina Bacino and learn about the work the organization are doing there.
The group, who are long time supporters of Not For Sale, took time out of their busy schedule to visit the project. They are currently preparing to play one of South Africa’s biggest music festivals.
Coming Soon: NFS South Africa to establish Crisis Center
Not For Sale South Africa is expanding its efforts and scope through the establishment of a new crisis centre for survivors of human trafficking in Cape Town. The team, led by NFS Coordinator Christina Bacino, is currently searching for a new building that will provide immediate services and care for newly rescued survivors in the city.
Recognizing an essential local need, the new crisis centre will provide specialized shelter and support for survivors before they are interviewed by law enforcement about their experiences.
From South Africa – Smart Activism: Christina Bacino Shares Her Story
I started working for Not For Sale after I did the investigator and supply chains courses at the Academy in San Francisco. I was in South Africa before I went to the Academy doing some prevention work in schools, churches, and NGOs, but the 2010 FIFA World Cup was coming up, and I wanted to do more.
