Some people say that they don't like to think about the things that are happening in the world because there are so many tragedies and awful things. But I think the greatest tragedy is when someone sees the things that happen in the world and ignores them; no one tries to change anything.
How can you see what goes on in the world and not try to change it?
Example: Human Trafficking- the illegal trade in human beings for the purposes of commercial sexual exploitation or forced labor: a modern-day form of slavery.
-There are around 27 million people in slavery today, and about half of them are children.
-An estimated 800,000 people are trafficked across international borders every year.
-Human trafficking, especially for sex, is a big problem for the United States. (Not only because it goes on behind closed doors in the US, but because a lot of the sex tourism in places like Thailand is supported by many American tourists, who see nothing wrong with using these people for commercial sex).
But most people seem to ignore this problem, because it causes them discomfort to think about it.
Well, I am one of those people who gets discomfort from ignoring it. Hopefully you are too.
So you're still researching this? Can't say I am surprised. I agree that ignoring it is a problem; however I believe people tend to ignore it not because of discomfort, only because they feel that they can not make a difference. Perhaps a way to address this issue is to make awareness about organizations which those wishing to help can join. I see commercials about helping starving African children, orphaned children, and even sick animals. You don't see many on this issue. I think if we raise awareness, people and organizations will be willing to join the fight against human trafficking.
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