Case Summary:
With the demand for inexpensive labor increasing, there is a rise in human trafficking. The indentured workers whose earnings are taken away for the food, shelter, and utilities they are provided, are left with hardly any earnings. Laws have been enforced to address slavery and HR departments and individuals are urged to be vigilant and raise their voices against this.
Characters in the case:
Alberto Pozzi from Miami Shores Country Club, Mara Swan, Executive Vice President Manpower Group is cited here.
Quality Staffing Services, United Fisheries, Miami Shores Country Club, ManPower group are the companies cited here.
Adequate Information:
Many firms are not aware that the workers that they employ are slaves. New Zealand fisherman with United Fisheries can through their enslavement, but no one hears them. U.S. Law now holds companies responsible for violations even when they are not direct employers. HR professionals are urged to build no-tolerance policies, train employees to identify infractions, monitor contractors, and suppliers.
To Determine:
The reasons for indentured workers to continue to stay
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