Atlas Free Hosts International Gathering to Enhance Efforts Against Human Trafficking

ALICANTE, SPAIN / ACCESSWIRE / April 30, 2024 - Atlas Free recently organized a significant meeting in Alicante, Spain, hosting 40 organizations from 26 countries to strategize on combating human trafficking. From April 22nd to 26th, the conference focused on advancing global efforts against the human trafficking crisis that currently ensnares over 27 million people worldwide.

Key speakers included John Richmond, former US Ambassador of Trafficking in Persons and Chief Impact Officer at Atlas Free, and Jeremy Vallerand, CEO of Atlas Free. Richmond used an upside-down map as a symbol of innovative perspectives necessary for tackling such issues. Vallerand emphasized the necessity of unity and strategic collaboration to effectively combat traffickers. He highlighted the critical role of resource sharing and community support throughout the Atlas Free Network.

During the event, discussions also centered on best practices, economic trends, and organizational resilience, championing a comprehensive approach to eliminating trafficking. Success stories included significant learning gains by delegates and reinforced the importance of collective efforts and shared experiences in the field.

This global gathering also cast a spotlight on the increasing profits from human trafficking, which are estimated at $236 billion annually, posing a serious challenge to both local and international communities. Atlas Free aims to leverage this assembly to foster actionable strategies and strengthen the global response to human trafficking.