United States of America
Moments Of Democracy
As we stood and listened to the first presidential address of our new President, it struck me that the work of advocacy is never finished.
February 07
Holly's News From Washington: Our Thankful List
Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. It reminds me to be thankful for the avalanche of blessings I’ve received. This year was no exception.
November 10
Holly's News From Washington: September 2016
We at IJM headquarters in Washington have had the extraordinary pleasure of hosting 22 of our field office colleagues for the past two weeks.
October 06
Holly's News From Washington: August 2016
As you know, IJM suffered the grievous loss of our colleague Willie Kimani, our friend and driver Joseph Muiruri, and our client, Josephat Mwenda....
August 18
Human Trafficking
The 2015 Trafficking In Persons Report Is Here—Help Spread The Word!
The release of the 2015 TIP Report presents a great opportunity for anti-slavery advocates across the country to take action!
June 24
Holly's News From Washington: May 2016
Last month, over 80 anti-slavery activists visited 78 Senate and House offices to support the End Modern Slavery Initiative, EMSI.
May 25
My Day On The Hill With Tony Hale
Something that has always struck me about advocacy is the diversity of the people who are drawn to it. This really shouldn’t be surprising, because...
May 25
Human Trafficking
This Abolition Advocate Has Something to Ask *You.* Meet Rusty.
As we continue building support for the End Modern Slavery Initiative (EMSI) Act, we asked Rusty Havens, a dedicated advocate, why he's rooting for...
May 25
'Til Death Do Us Part: How a Bill Becomes a Law
The ins and outs of how Congress passes a law, with the help of a marriage metaphor.
April 12