Show Notes
Ruhama is an Irish charity that supports women impacted by prostitution and human trafficking for purposes of sexual exploitation. Their latest Annual Report has shown an increase in trafficking and violence against the women who have been trafficked. Barbara Condon, CEO of Ruhama, joins Seán to discuss. If you have been affected by this item, help is available. You can call Ruhama’s freephone number at 1800 02 02 02, or text REACH to 50100.
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