Burmese Labor Activist Describes Kidnapping
Burmese Labor Activist Describes Kidnapping
– Exposing Human Trafficking Intimidation in Malaysia
– Exposing Human Trafficking Intimidation in Malaysia
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Recently released Burmese labor activist in Malaysia recounted how he was kidnapped and intimidated for speaking out against human trafficking. His account revealed the dangers faced by those challenging trafficking syndicates that prey on vulnerable migrant workers.
Recently released Burmese labor activist in Malaysia recounted how he was kidnapped and intimidated for speaking out against human trafficking. His account revealed the dangers faced by those challenging trafficking syndicates that prey on vulnerable migrant workers.
Date: Jan 14, 2009
Platforms: Radio • Web • Social Media
Impact & Reach:
Amplified the voice of human rights defenders.
Widely shared in rights networks and diaspora communities.
My Role:
Broadcaster, Breaking News Reporter
Responsibilities:
Interviewed activist targeted by traffickers for anti-trafficking advocacy.
Edited and translated for broadcast and online platforms.
Coordinated with newsroom for rapid dissemination.
Interviewed the victims, witnesses, civil society groups in Kuala Lumpur, Burmese diasporas in Malaysia and Thailand–and wrote and produced the air-ready radio reports
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