Responding to the Ukrainian Refugee Crisis: It takes a network
While our hearts grieve the realities of war and conflict for the people of Ukraine, EFN has been encouraged and inspired by the holistic, passionate and professional response of its members.
Anti-trafficking organizations unite to condemn Ukraine invasion and traffickers’ attempts to target fleeing victims
Leading non-profit groups in the fight against human trafficking say that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is feeding instability and dramatically raising the risk of human trafficking in the region
Possible human trafficking taking place at Ukrainian border alarming
EFN is already hearing of reports and concerns about possible human trafficking activities taking place at the borders surrounding Ukraine. EFN is working with its’ member and churches on ground to ensure that refugees are informed of traffickers’ tactics and are connected to people that can help. We have partners working on the border of [...]
Human Rights Day : All of us are made in the image of God
We must all call for a new social contract, one that addresses the pervasive roots and ills of inequality and all its forms.
Don’t Shut Your Eyes 2021 campaign sheds light on slave labour
No one country, entity, or institution can eliminate modern slavery and human trafficking alone. This is why EFN collaborates with NGOs, churches, government bodies, and authorities to tackle this crime.
Christians converge across Europe to address Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery
Last week, the European Freedom Network (EFN) held its 7th Bridge Conference. 309 anti-trafficking experts and ministry leaders from 43 different countries gathered online from all across Europe over a 5-day period for the event. EFN has been gathering Christian communities since 2011 to fight human trafficking and commercial exploitation in Europe.
WEA and European Freedom Network Launch New Global Network to Step Up Efforts in Fight Against Human Trafficking
The World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) and the European Freedom Network (EFN) are pleased to announce the launch of a new global network to fight human trafficking. An estimated 43 million people worldwide are caught up in this modern form of slavery, in which women, men and children are exploited, bought and sold for economic gain. [...]
EFN are partnering with Liberty Shared to track victim journeys
The European Freedom Network (EFN) is very pleased to announce a new partnership with Liberty Shared. Liberty Shared aims to prevent human trafficking through legal advocacy, technological interventions and strategic collaborations with NGOs and corporations globally. Liberty Shared has developed the Freedom Collaborative Victim Journey Mapping Tool that collects and analyses data on the journeys victims of human trafficking have experienced. [...]
Christians working against sexual slavery gathered in Berlin to “speak with one voice”
The European Freedom Network, formed by more than 200 partner organisations, becomes a legal entity. Experts, survivors, campaigners and other Christian workers shared resources and expertise at the 2017 “Bridge” conference. General view of one of the sessions of EFN Bridge conference, in Berlin. / Ioana Humelnicu About 200 women and men met in Berlin [...]
