The Institute for Trafficked, Exploited & Missing Persons (ITEMP) firmly believes that every human being deserves to live a life free of slavery, coercion, and fear. This is why we are dedicated to fighting contemporary slavery and human trafficking in all of their appalling forms and manifestations. (Click here to learn more about ITEMP.)
1st Annual Guatemalan Human Trafficking Congress
English Language Site Coming Soon
The first time all the Guatemalan governmental and non-governmental actors, involved in the combating of human trafficking, will be brought together to discuss a coordinated solution to the scourge of modern day slavery. June 11-13: To be hosted by ITEMP's sister organization Asoc. Nuestros Ahijados.
.......Some Nice Words.......
We see a lot of suffering and human despair in this line of work, so it is particularly encouraging when someone says 'thank you', and 'nice job'.
The following are excerpts from a March 18th, 2008, letter from the Embassy of the United States in Guatemala:
"Patrick Atkinson Executive Director
... with this letter we would like to thank you for your invaluable cooperation with the Domestic Family program with Dr. Vivian Huelgo.
You organized an excellent program that involved so many women interested in this theme.
... I would like to add my warmest thanks and congratulations for the work that you do in benefit for the neediest people in Guatemala, such as are the homeless children and women. And, at the same time, I wish you continued success in all of the activities in which you and your close associates engage.
Sincerely,
Anna Maria Adamo Cultural Attache Embassy of the United States of America"
The Institute for Trafficked, Exploited & Missing Persons' Victims Assistance Programs in Central America
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Click Here to learn about reporter Monica Hannan's book, The Dream Maker; a riveting account of the life, work, and battles in Patrick Atkinson's fight against war, prostitution, and poverty to set the children free.
Become Personally Involved
Donate to The GOD'S CHILD Project's Institute For Trafficked, Exploited & Missing Persons. (Click Here...)
Discuss the Issues of Human Trafficking and Contemporary Slavery in your community and raise social awareness about these scourges. Use our Basic Facts, Take Action, and Research DatabaseSections to help.
Use the Contact Us form to schedule Patrick Atkinson or a volunteer professional ITEMP speaker to come talk to your community or church group about the horrors of poverty, human trafficking, and contemporary slavery.
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ITEMP - The Institute for Trafficked, Exploited, & Missing Persons- Will Be Here For The Victims Until The Last One Comes Home
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