Nigerian women forced into prostitution in Senegal
- A gold rush in eastern Senegal has triggered a surge in human trafficking, with reports indicating hundreds of Nigerian women are being forced into prostitution in teh region.
- Meanwhile, in the United States, the transgender community is facing renewed challenges as President Donald Trump implements a series of policies impacting their rights. These policies include a...
- In India, a group of women are taking environmental action.
Senegal Gold Rush Fuels Trafficking; Transgender Rights Targeted
A gold rush in eastern Senegal has triggered a surge in human trafficking, with reports indicating hundreds of Nigerian women are being forced into prostitution in teh region. The mining boom has created a demand that criminal networks are exploiting, according to sources on the ground.
Meanwhile, in the United States, the transgender community is facing renewed challenges as President Donald Trump implements a series of policies impacting their rights. These policies include a controversial ban on transgender individuals serving in the military, sparking widespread debate and legal challenges.
In India, a group of women are taking environmental action. Known as India’s “Green Army,” these women are working to regenerate a mangrove forest near Kolkata. Their efforts aim to protect their homes from the impacts of climate change and coastal erosion.