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This page is about the modern-day organization. For the 19th century organization, see American Anti-Slavery Society.

The American Anti-Slavery Group (AASG) is a group of organizations that works to end slavery around the world. It is a non-profit group, meaning it does not aim to make money. AASG helps people learn about contemporary slavery, especially in countries like Mauritania and Sudan. They also raise money to help people who are enslaved or have escaped slavery. The group talks to government leaders to encourage them to do more to stop slavery.

AASG was started in 1993 by Charles Jacobs. He worked with human rights activists Mohamed Athie from Mauritania and David Chand from Sudan. The group is based in Newton, Massachusetts. AASG says it has many helpers and about 30,000 members worldwide.

How AASG Fights Slavery

AASG works in several ways to fight slavery and help those affected. They focus on making people aware, speaking up for victims, taking action, and providing help.

Spreading Awareness

AASG believes that the first step to ending slavery is to teach people that it still happens today. They do this by:

  • Creating books and other materials.
  • Developing lessons for schools.
  • Holding meetings and events.
  • Having a Speakers’ Bureau, which includes people who have survived slavery and share their stories.

Speaking Up for Freedom

AASG speaks up for people who are enslaved. They do this by:

  • Talking to government officials to make laws stronger.
  • Running online campaigns to put pressure on companies that might benefit from slavery.
  • Encouraging governments and leaders to take action against human bondage.

Taking Action Against Slavery

AASG has a network of people around the world who are passionate about freedom. These activists take part in:

  • Rallies and public gatherings.
  • Candlelight vigils to remember victims.
  • Marches for freedom.
  • Petitions and letter-writing campaigns to ask for change.

Providing Aid and Support

AASG works with other groups that help people on the ground. They provide support to victims of slavery by offering:

  • Food and safe places to live.
  • Education to help them learn new skills.
  • Rehabilitation to help them heal and rebuild their lives.
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