Pope Leo XIV Apologizes for Church's Slavery Silence
Pope Leo XIV issued a historic apology for the Catholic Church's centuries-long delay in condemning slavery, calling it "a wound in Christian memory" that requires acknowledgment and healing.
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France Repeals 340-Year-Old Slavery Law Still on Books
French lawmakers are voting to formally repeal Code Noir, a 1685 law that classified enslaved people as property and remained in France's legal code for 178 years after slavery was abolished. The move marks a historic step toward acknowledging France's colonial past.
UN Adopts Ghana's Slavery Reparations Resolution
A groundbreaking UN resolution recognizing transatlantic slavery as a grave crime against humanity has passed with overwhelming support from 123 nations. Ghana's proposal calling for reparations marks a historic step toward global acknowledgment and healing.
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NZ Passes Modern Slavery Bill in Historic Bipartisan Win
New Zealand has taken a groundbreaking step in fighting modern slavery, with Parliament passing a bill that unites political rivals in protecting vulnerable workers worldwide. Companies earning over $100 million will now need to prove their supply chains are free from exploitation.
France Votes Unanimously to Repeal 338-Year Slavery Law
French lawmakers voted 254-0 to finally repeal the Code Noir, a 1685 law that classified enslaved people as property and had survived 176 years after slavery ended. The unanimous decision marks a symbolic step toward confronting France's colonial past. ##
Americans Free 300+ Pakistani Christians From Debt Slavery
Two Americans are breaking modern slavery chains in Pakistan, freeing hundreds of Christian families trapped in generational debt bondage at brick factories. Their grassroots rescue missions give families not just freedom, but a real path forward.
UN Declares Transatlantic Slavery "Gravest Crime
The United Nations General Assembly just adopted a historic resolution recognizing transatlantic slavery as the "gravest crime against humanity." Ghana led the effort that brought global attention to one of history's darkest chapters.
France Votes to Formally Repeal 339-Year-Old Slavery Code
French lawmakers unanimously voted to officially erase slavery-era laws that defined enslaved people as property, taking a historic step toward acknowledging colonial wrongs. While the laws were superseded over 170 years ago, the formal repeal represents meaningful progress in confronting France's past.
123 Nations Call Slavery Gravest Crime Against Humanity
The UN General Assembly voted to formally recognize the transatlantic slave trade as humanity's gravest crime, with 123 countries including Nigeria and Ghana leading the historic resolution. The move opens pathways toward healing and reparative justice for millions affected by slavery's ongoing legacy.
UN Declares Slavery Gravest Crime Against Humanity
The United Nations General Assembly just passed a historic resolution declaring the transatlantic slave trade the gravest crime against humanity. Ghana's President John Mahama calls it a powerful way to honor millions of enslaved Africans.
Family Bonds Saved Children's Lives During Slavery
New research reveals how mothers, grandmothers, and extended family literally meant the difference between life and death for enslaved children in 19th century Suriname. The findings honor the strength of family ties that helped communities survive unimaginable hardship.
Jesuits Launch Historic Fund for Slavery Descendants
The Jesuits and descendants of people they enslaved have created America's first partnership of its kind to fund education and healing. The Descendants Truth & Reconciliation Foundation is already supporting families and racial justice work nationwide.
Judge Orders Slavery Exhibit Restored at Washington Home
A federal judge ruled that a historical exhibit honoring nine people enslaved by George Washington must be reinstated at his former Philadelphia home. The decision protects historical truth and ensures visitors can learn about this important part of American history.
Student Discovers Lost 1800s Freedom Story on Rhode Island Porch
A college student uncovered a rare 41-page handwritten manuscript detailing Thomas White's daring escape from slavery in the 1850s. The fragile document, found among family papers on a screened porch, offers an extraordinary window into one man's journey to freedom.
UN Votes to Recognize Slave Trade as Gravest Crime
The United Nations General Assembly voted Wednesday on a historic resolution to formally recognize the transatlantic African slave trade as "the gravest crime against humanity." African nations hope this acknowledgment opens doors to healing, justice, and meaningful conversations about slavery's lasting impact.
Ghana and St. Kitts Plant Tree to Honor Shared History
Ghana's President Mahama and St. Kitts' Prime Minister planted a "Tree of Life" together, symbolizing their nations' deep historical bond. The ceremony also advanced a global push to recognize slavery as humanity's gravest crime.
UN Declares Slave Trade Greatest Crime Against Humanity
The United Nations passed a historic resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as humanity's greatest crime, with 123 nations voting in favor. Ghana led the effort to establish a day of remembrance and push for formal apologies and reparations from nations that profited from slavery.
Nigeria Frees 57 Women From Debt Slavery Practice
A Nigerian community has abolished the "Money Woman" tradition that forced girls into marriage to pay off family debts, freeing 57 women and introducing new protections. Traditional leaders worked with civil society groups to end the decades-old practice and create a pathway for survivors to rebuild their lives.
Ghana's President Honors Enslaved Africans in New York
President John Mahama led a powerful tribute at the African Burial Ground National Monument, bringing together civil rights leaders to honor enslaved Africans. The ceremony reflects a growing movement to acknowledge historical injustices and celebrate the resilience of those who endured slavery.
Whistleblower Escapes Scam Compound, Exposes Crime Ring
A young engineer trapped in a forced labor scam operation in Laos secretly gathered evidence and contacted a journalist to expose the billion-dollar criminal network. His brave decision to become a whistleblower from inside the compound helped shine a light on modern slavery operations that trap hundreds of thousands of workers.
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