Inspire, Summer 2010

Hard to believe: Each year 600,000–800,000 men, women, and children are trafficked across international borders. — U.S. Department of State The human trafficking industry has a global market value exceeding $32 billion. — United Nations The commercial sex trade includes 2 million children worldwide. — UNICEF Harder to believe: In the United States, 15,000–18,000 girls and women are trafficked annually. — U.S. Department of State Toledo, Ohio, is the capital for child prostitution in America. — www.osupriceoflife.org Can we live with these numbers? Do we have the courage to stand against such oppressive darkness? Learn how Amy Allen ’87 joined the fight. Fighting For Justice by Carol Lee ’96 CEDARVILLE UNIVERSITY 19