How to Combat Modern Slavery

Explore the dark world of modern slavery in this powerful 21-minute TED talk by Kevin Bales. Delve into the multibillion-dollar economy that fuels some of the world's most exploitative industries. Gain insights from Bales' on-the-ground research, including shocking statistics and personal stories that illuminate the scale of this global issue. Learn about the concept of "disposable people" and how it relates to modern slavery. Discover the economic implications of slavery, including the "freedom dividend" and the consequences of botched emancipation efforts. Reflect on the words of Frederick Douglass and their relevance to today's fight against human trafficking. Finally, consider the surprising affordability of freeing every slave on Earth and the potential impact of such an endeavor.

TED Ideas worth spreading
price collapse is new
disposable people
Frederick Douglass is in the house
freedom dividend
botched emancipation