Many people do not realize the reach of the sex slave industry. First, what makes someone a sex slave? Simply stated, a sex slave is someone who is used for exploitation or profit using sexual means. They are often forced to endure brutal sexual acts many times each day.
The average price for a sex slave world-wide in $90 with profits in excess of $32 billion making slave trade the third most profitable criminal activity in the world (drugs are number one and weapons are number two). (International Justice Mission)
Most people think that the sex slave industry does not involve the United States directly, but it does. Last June, 389 people were arrested in 10 different states for being involved in child prostitution rings. (Reuters) The largest ports for slave trade are found in Texas and California with Houston, TX having the highest level slave trafficking in the U.S.
So, why should one work to get sex slavery stopped? Here are a few more facts:
--the average age of sex slaves is 14.
--64% of sex slaves sustain serious injuries, 24% have head injuries, 12% have broken bones.
--Sex slaves are usually very poor people lured with the promise of a better life.
--Sex slaves are typically controlled by beatings, forced drug addiction, and threats towards their families.
(International Justice Mission)
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