Coalition of Immokalee Workers (CIW), Laura Germino (2nd on right) is recognized in standing-room only ceremony at United States State Department!
Sec. Hillary Clinton: “All of us have a responsibility to bring this practice to an end,” including “businesses that knowingly profit or exhibit reckless disregard about their supply chains…”
Germino: CIW, overseas TIP Heroes pledge to continue “collective fight to wipe slavery off the face of this earth.”
In an unforgettable ceremony held in a storied room on the top floor of the U.S. State Department, leaders of the global anti-slavery movement, political dignitaries, and members of the international press gathered for the release of the U.S. State Department’s annual “Trafficking in Persons” report.
They also gathered to celebrate the contributions of nine individuals who have “devoted their lives to the fight against human trafficking,” recognizing them, in the words of Trafficking in Persons Ambassador Luis CdeBaca, “for their tireless efforts, despite resistance, opposition, and threats to their lives as they protect victims, punish offenders, and raise awareness of the ongoing criminal practices in their countries.” The coordinator of the CIW’s Anti-Slavery Campaign, Laura Germino, was among them. She was also chosen to speak on behalf of the entire group of TIP “Heroes”.
CIW Slavery Museum will be on display at the DC Mall returning back to Immokalee on Thursday where it can be seen at churches, schools and community centers in Southwest Florida. It is a great honor to be part of Interfaith Action and CIW. Namaste!!! Ann For more information go to http://www.ciw-online.org/
