Human trafficking devastates lives and communities - Tikoduadua
Butakoci Production brings the dark realities of human trafficking to light

Human trafficking devastates lives and communities - Tikoduadua

Butakoci Production brings the dark realities of human trafficking to light

By Mansi Chand
Wednesday 17/07/2024

There is a need to eliminate the dark realities of human trafficking that devastate lives and communities, and the historical injustice reminds us to confront and address past problems.

Minister for Home Affairs and Immigration, Pio Tikoduadua highlighted this while speaking during the premiere of Butakoci Production at Suva Civic Centre.

Tikoduadua says many indentured labourers and Pacific Islanders were constantly tricked, and the grim reality of human trafficking continues to plague our world today.

The Minister says many of these individuals came from neighboring countries such as Vanuatu and the Solomon Islands on promises of fair wages but often faced harsh and inhumane conditions.

He says the suffering of those who died reminds us of the human cost of such exploitation, and communities continue to call for recognition and justice.

The Minister says this crime also exists within our own communities and industries, and art has the unique ability to bring critical issues to the forefront of public consciousness.

He says the use of dance, music and storytelling has long been a means of educating communities and advocating for change.

Butakoci Productions displayed how indentured labourers and black birding affected lives and how modern day human trafficking is a serious issue in Fiji and world.

The Mata, Shobna Chanel and USP dance groups participated in the production.

People can register for the free shows on Thursday and Friday at 6pm at Suva Civic Centre.

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