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Jun 28, 2013 News
Following recognition by the United States for their quest in fighting human trafficking, members of the Guyana Woman Miners Organisation (GWMO) are now determined to up their level of work and hope to collaborate with the Government in their operations.
Simona Broomes, President of the organisation, was recently honoured by US Secretary of State, John Kerry, as a 2013 anti-Trafficking in Person (TIP) Hero after being invited to participate in an International Visitor Leadership Programme (IVLP) held in the United States.
At a press briefing, yesterday, held at the organisation’s office, Broomes related to media operatives the group’s readiness in implementing specific measures in addressing human trafficking in Guyana as it is being addressed in the US.
Broomes noted that in the US, instances of trafficking are carefully studied. She said that Police that deal with human trafficking, as well as Court prosecutors and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are specially trained in their various capacities to address the cases and to deal with victims – training that she believes the Government of Guyana should “tap in on”.
Broomes added that she witnessed the US Government working along with churches and NGOs as a team, “bringing great successes.” She expressed her willingness to work with the Government, NGOs and churches in Guyana to bring about similar outcomes.
According to Broomes, Guyana was listed as one of the countries that refuse to press the fight against modern-day slavery, a stance advised to be deserving of sanctions. Nevertheless, the GWMO President is optimistic that Guyana’s Government and its people will make a change, something she believes will be accomplished only if all Guyanese play a part.
“It is not time to bury our heads in the sand. It is time to look at Trafficking in Persons as a serious crime and deal with it.”
Together with bringing to justice to those responsible for committing the crime, the GWMO is hopeful for improved provisions for the victims. As has been a goal by the group in the earlier days of establishment, they are still calling on donors to establish a home for girls who have been exploited.
According to Broomes, the organisation is going to make “a special zone” in to the President, the Minister of Home Affairs and the Minister of Human Services.
“I am going to ensure that I meet with the Government at every level and to share with them some of the things that I’ve learnt… I am here to appeal to the Government to move this fight with modern-day slavery in Guyana,” she said.
She said that their next move as a group is to reach out to anyone that is in a position to enforce changes, “from the President right down”.
Additionally, as President of the Group, Broomes will be hosting workshops for members aimed at strengthening the unit. The workshop will include equipping members to identify victims, take statements and training to deal with other aspects of TIP offences. (Tiffanne Ramphal)
THIS IDIOT TELLING GUYANA WE HAVE NO SAY IN THE 50% PROFIT SHARING AGREEMENT WE HAVE WITH EXXON.
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