How Women Can Protect Themselves from Being Trafficked
Human trafficking is a grave issue that affects millions of people worldwide. It comes in many forms, including sex trafficking, labor trafficking, organ harvesting, and domestic servitude. Women and girls, regardless of age, are particularly vulnerable. Here’s how women can protect themselves and help others avoid becoming victims of trafficking.
Spread Awareness
One of the most powerful ways to protect yourself is by spreading awareness. Educate yourself and others about the signs and dangers of trafficking. When you inform others, you not only help them, but you also protect yourself by creating a safer community. Sharing this vital information can save lives and deter traffickers.
Your Karma Will Come Back to You Eventually
If you are a trafficker or involved in any way, remember that your actions will have repercussions. Spreading fear and depression in others’ lives will inevitably bring fear, stress, and depression into your own life. That is KARMA. Instead, do the good karma of helping others by spreading awareness and preventing trafficking.
In conclusion, protecting yourself and others from trafficking involves spreading awareness, being cautious online, educating young girls, supporting each other, and being vigilant about red flags. Let’s work together to create a safer environment for all women and girls.
Also, listen to my podcast episode on Girl Child Sex Trafficking with Anneke Lucas, who mustered the courage to uncover politicians involved in the child-sex racket. To listen, just google search for ‘Anneke Lucas on ‘Karma is Supreme’ podcast with Kashish Gambhir.’
Be Cautious on Social Media
Traffickers often use social media to lure victims. They may create fake profiles, pretending to fall in love with their target. They build trust over time and eventually exploit this trust to traffic their victim. Remember, you cannot recognize a person’s true intentions just by their online presence. Always be cautious when forming new relationships online, and never meet someone alone whom you’ve only known through social media.
Educate Girls in Schools
What are we doing to educate girls about trafficking in schools? It’s crucial to run awareness drives and make education about trafficking mandatory in school curriculums. Employing coaches and experts to teach young girls about the risks and signs of trafficking can prevent many from falling victim.
Women Supporting Women
Women have to save women. Do not rely solely on men for protection, as you never know who might have ill intentions. Support each other, share information, and create a network of awareness and safety. Spread this message widely, through newspapers and social media, to reach as many people as possible.
Be Aware of Red Flags
Be vigilant about the common tactics used by traffickers. For instance, if someone quickly tries to get into a relationship with you and pressures you to meet or run away with them, consider it a red flag. Trust your instincts and seek advice from trusted friends or family members if you have any doubts.
Community Initiatives
Communities should take proactive steps to combat trafficking. Organize local workshops and seminars to educate women and girls about the dangers of trafficking. Encourage local authorities to support these initiatives and ensure they are accessible to everyone.
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Kashish Gambhir is a Spiritual Consultant from India (29 yrs experience). She helps people find their best spiritual path and technique that may help their soul to progress in the quickest way possible in this very lifetime.
Having walked the spiritual path for more than 25 years, and having explored almost every technique, method and different religions, along with getting training under one of the greatest spiritual teachers, today Kashish can save at least 9–10 years of exploration on one’s spiritual journey.
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