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The exploitation of people for unpaid labor and forced prostitution is a heinous crime that is much more prevalent in modern America than you think. Author: Officer Joanne Southerland. Originally posted on Policemag – February 2, 2022  Source: (Photo: getty/Kamionsky) Human trafficking has become an epidemic affecting nearly every community in the United States. The Polaris […]

By Solange Warner, Chairman, World Chamber of CommercePhotography: John Sands, Cromwell Parkes Source: International Focus Magazine   https://ifmagazine.net/the-film-and-television-industry-set-a-new-record-high-in-georgia-spending-4-4-billion-in-fi-2022-great-time-to-live-in-atlanta/ What a great time to live in Atlanta! The film and television industry set a new record high in Georgia, spending $4.4 billion, during fiscal year 2022. The Georgia Film Office, part of Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), […]

WORLD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Supporting The Victims of the Earthquake in Turkey  Updated Information from the Consul of Turkey in GA., Mona Diamond Sunshine: Please be advised that 100% of the money donated will be sent to AHBAP Platform in Turkey to help victims recover from the earthquake’s devastation and rebuilding efforts. Please send donations to The American Turkish Friendship Council.ATFC2513 […]

WORLD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Supporting The Consulate of Turkey in Georgia: Dear Friends: It is with a heavy heart that I inform you of the 7.8 earthquake that hit southeastern Turkey last night. As Hon. Consul General for Turkey in Georgia, I send my deepest condolences to  those in Turkey who are dealing with this great tragedy.  Many of you have asked how […]

If we all learn to become vigilant regarding human trafficking, we will have a better chance to eradicate this terrible crime.  www.acf.hhs.gov

December 2022, the Ecuadorian American Chamber of Commerce Southeast (EACCSE) hosted her annual Award dinner at the Gas South Convention center in Duluth, GA. It was a memorable evening. Guests were entertained with live music, dances as well as a video presentation of the sights and sounds of Ecuador. On hand to present the prestigious award […]

https://www.gpb.org/news/2022/12/28/hartsfield-jackson-asks-passengers-be-on-lookout-for-human-trafficking-during December 28, 2022 1:26 PM By: Riley Bunch. Officials at Hartsfield-Jackson International airport talk efforts to crack down on potential human trafficking over the holidays. GPB’s Riley Bunch reports.—— Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens calls Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport the “crown jewel” of the city of Atlanta.  The travel hub reclaimed its title as the busiest airport […]

The World Chamber of Commerce was represented by Arthur Orekyeh, WCC Director at the just concluded U.S. – Africa Summit which was held in Washington D.C.   African leaders and delegates from 49 African countries, as well as Africans in the Diaspora attended the just concluded U.S. – Africa Summit from December 13 through 15th […]

Solange Warner, World Chamber of Commerce Chairman spoke about human trafficking awareness during the World Chamber of Commerce Film and Real Estate Summit. She stated that according to the U.S. Department of State, Forced labor, is the largest sector of trafficking in the world, which includes domestic servitude, child begging and even removal of children organs. […]

WORLD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE   Supporting   The Swedish American Chamber of Commerce Event:   You are cordially invited to SACC-Georgia’s   35th annual Lucia Gala   We wish to celebrate our Lucia Gala tradition with you!   The evening includes delicacies from the Swedish Christmas Smorgasbord, cocktails, networking opportunities and a moving musical performance […]