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This is episode 75–wow, that’s a pretty big number! And we’re getting deeper into Labor Month! Today’s special guest is Sarah and she’s here to talk to us about modern slavery, the severe exploitation of other people for personal or commercial gain.We are going to talk about prison labor, marriage schemes in India, and so much more. These are things that are happening around the world right now, but just don’t get a lot of coverage in the media. They are sort of like “open secrets.”
Ways you can help India:
How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate
Bloom India
This episode also includes three work stories about “inappropriate clothing,” why you should read/write Glassdoor reviews, and Coco Chanel’s Secret Life as a Nazi Agent.
Also, Amanda gives an update on the Uyghurs and has a challenge for you:
★Every day for the next week, tweet at FIVE major global brands each day…or comment on the instagrams of five major brands: “What are you doing to ensure there is no Uyghur forced labor in your supply chain?” followed by #uyghurlivesmatter.
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