“There are more slaves alive today than all the people stolen from Africa in the time of the transatlantic slave trade. Put another way, today's slave population is greater than the population of Canada, and six times greater than the population of Israel.”
Quote by Kevin Bales
Work
Disposable People: New Slavery in the Global Economy
Disposable People: New Slavery in the Global Economy delves into the complex issue of modern slavery, analyzing its various forms and the economic systems that perpetuate it. The book investigates the lives of those affected by slavery, the roles of governments and corporations, and the challenges in combating this global problem. more
Author
Kevin Bales
Kevin Bales is a renowned author known for his extensive research on slavery. Born in 1952, he has been dedicated to uncovering the realities of slavery worldwide since the 1980s. Bales' work aims to raise awareness about the issue of slavery and drive social change. more
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