Breaking the Chains: A Call to Action Against Gender-Based Violence in Chiang Khong District
Nestled amidst the lush hills of northern Thailand, Chiang Khong District presents a picture of serene beauty. Yet, beneath the surface of this idyllic landscape lies a harsh reality: the persistent shadow of gender-based violence […]
Decriminalizing Sex Work: Unpacking The Controversy
The decriminalization of sex work is a controversial topic, fraught with legal and political implications and complicated terminology. Opinions are deeply divided, especially among women’s rights advocates. A key argument is that decriminalization would only […]
The Ukraine Invasion: a Crisis for Women
As the conflict in Ukraine rages on, we are looking at how women and girls in this crisis are disproportionately affected. Since February 24th, 2022, the world has watched as Ukraine continues to endure the […]
World Day Against Trafficking In Persons: July 30, 2022
The World Day Against Trafficking in Persons occurs on July 30 each year. Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2013, the intention is to educate the public, mobilize action, and encourage political support […]
Chiang Rai Annual Anti-Trafficking Event at Wiang Kaen District
June 5 is Thailand National Anti-Trafficking Day. This year on June 9th, Women For Change Network, Center For Girls Foundation, FOCUS, WorldVision, The Freedom Story, the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, and many […]
End Violence Against Children
“Worldwide, it is estimated nearly half of children aged two–seventeen face some form of violence each year” – UNICEF. Violence against children is an urgent public health concern and human rights issue. It affects children of […]
How COVID-19 Affected Human Trafficking Across the World
The Covid-19 pandemic forced many businesses to reimagine their techniques and services, unfortunately, the business of human trafficking is no different. Yes, even human trafficking has a “new normal.” Here are some ways human trafficking […]
What You Can Do to End Human Trafficking
So you’ve come to terms with the fact that human trafficking is occurring around you. You’ve heard that the International Labor Organization estimates that there are 40.3 million victims. You know very well there could be victims […]
The Importance of Awareness in the Fight to End Human Trafficking
January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month, but at Center for Girls (CFG), awareness is a year-round mission as the battle is too large to be contained in one month. In Thailand alone, it is […]
Workshop at School: How to Stay Safe from Human Trafficking
As Chiang Khong is in a border area, it is at a relatively high risk for human trafficking. In order to stay safe from human trafficking, it is important that children are aware of the risks and the possibilities for protection from a young age onwards.