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From the Tannery to the Shoe Shelf: Exploitation in the Shoe Industry

Everyone wears them, everyone needs them: shoes. Whether boots, sandals, high heels, or sneakers—most of us can’t get far without them. They’re not just essential protection for our feet but also a reflection of style and personality for many. It’s no surprise that over 24 billion pairs of shoes are produced annually, most of them […]

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Internal Displacement – Displacement, Concealment, Helplessness

Global weather disasters are becoming increasingly prevalent. This is now particularly evident to people in Austria, who are being surprised by severe storms. Human-accelerated climate change is already noticeable and has different impacts on everyone, depending on their country/region/continent. Often, attention is not paid when floods or droughts in Bangladesh, India, or parts of Africa

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The Power of the Media in Fighting Human Trafficking

The problematic issue of human trafficking has increasingly entered the public consciousness in recent years. Despite international efforts and legal measures, however, this modern form of slavery remains a global challenge. The media landscape plays a crucial role in the fight against human trafficking. Today, we highlight the ways in which, through their reporting, the

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Volkswagen: German Car Manufacturer Accused of Using Forced Labour

For years now, Volkswagen has been criticised for alleged human rights violations at its locations in the Uigur province of Xinjiang. The car giant’s protestations of ignorance of the situation at its sites have long been hard to believe – and now, pressure is increasing on the company, and its reputation suffering. TEST TRACK BUILT

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The Many Faces of People-Trafficking 

In the wide-ranging debate over people-trafficking, stereotypes are often ubiquitous. From inconspicuous back rooms through to lurid headlines, the issue is dominated by simplistic portrayals which hide the complexity and diversity of the people affected. Behind these superficial clichés, however, lies a reality which goes far beyond that often shown in the media. In an

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Truckers at the Limit: Exploitation on the Highway

Without truck drivers, the world would quickly come to a halt: supply chains would collapse, supermarket shelves would gradually empty, the economy would suffer significant losses, and jobs would be at risk. Nevertheless, the working conditions of many truck drivers are far from ideal: low wages, excessive working hours, and poor working conditions.  THE SITUATION

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