Somaly Mam
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| Name | Somaly Mam |
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| Birth date | 1970 |
| Birth place | Mondulkiri, Cambodia |
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| Occupation | Human rights activist |
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| Known for | Anti-human trafficking advocacy |
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Somaly Mam (born 1970) is a Cambodian human rights activist known for her work in combating human trafficking and sexual slavery. She is the co-founder of the Somaly Mam Foundation, an organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and reintegration of victims of sex trafficking.
Early Life[edit | edit source]
Somaly Mam was born in the rural province of Mondulkiri, Cambodia. Her early life was marked by hardship and adversity. She was orphaned at a young age and was later sold into sexual slavery. Her experiences in the brothels of Cambodia profoundly impacted her and fueled her determination to fight against human trafficking.
Activism[edit | edit source]
In the 1990s, Somaly Mam began her activism by working with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) focused on human rights and women's issues. She co-founded the non-profit organization Agir Pour les Femmes en Situation Précaire (AFESIP) in 1996, which aimed to rescue and support women and children who were victims of sexual exploitation.
Somaly Mam Foundation[edit | edit source]
In 2007, Somaly Mam co-founded the Somaly Mam Foundation in the United States. The foundation's mission was to end modern slavery and empower its survivors. It provided funding and support for AFESIP and other similar organizations, focusing on advocacy, education, and survivor services.
Controversy[edit | edit source]
In 2014, Somaly Mam faced allegations regarding the veracity of her personal story. Investigations by news outlets questioned the accuracy of her accounts of being a victim of sex trafficking. As a result, she resigned from the Somaly Mam Foundation, which subsequently rebranded itself as the New Somaly Mam Fund. Despite the controversy, many of the organizations she helped establish continue to operate and support victims of trafficking.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Somaly Mam's work has brought international attention to the issue of human trafficking and has inspired many to join the fight against sexual slavery. Her story, despite the controversies, has highlighted the complexities and challenges in addressing human trafficking globally.
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