Unethical Operating Procedures and the love of MONEY!
by Ted Lyons,
Matt Parker pictured above: Many believe he just wants to make a lot of money. Many believe he is unethical.
The fight against human trafficking is a noble and honorable cause. However, it needs to be scrutinized when the organizational procedures of an NGO cross unethical boundaries. The Exodus Road is the embodiment of unethical operating procedures, and they need to be held accountable for their actions and ordered to be fully transparent. In the quest to eradicate human trafficking, it is imperative to ensure that charitable organizations operate ethically, effectively, and with the utmost dedication to the well-being of the victims they aim to rescue and protect.
Human trafficking remains one of the most heinous crimes plaguing societies across the globe. While numerous organizations work tirelessly to combat this grave issue, a disturbing reality has emerged – the presence of unscrupulous charities that exploit the cause for fame and monetary gain. The Exodus Road has been accused by viable sources of paying corrupt police to plant underage girls in local establishments. They in turn claim to rescue the girl, and purport a false narrative in their fundraising scheme. They hurt families and falsely accuse innocent bar owners and employees of sex trafficking. They hope to get a conviction, all in the name of raising donations.
The Exodus Road, a non-profit organization, claims to combat human trafficking through covert investigations and rescues. However, critics argue that the organization lacks transparency and accountability. Concerns have been raised about the allocation of funds, with reports suggesting that a significant portion is spent on administrative overhead rather than direct anti-trafficking efforts.
Moreover, some experts question the efficacy of The Exodus Road’s methods, arguing that their clandestine operations may compromise the safety of victims and hinder law enforcement efforts. The lack of collaboration with local authorities has also sparked controversy, as effective anti-trafficking measures require a coordinated approach.
Pictured Above: Laura Parker- She is a co-conspirator with her husband, Matt.
The most important component of the false rescue narrative is the money! I ask, what constitutes a real rescue? I understand that this can be messy, and no two people have the same experiences. A rescue is going to be different for each individual. However, there needs to be certain criteria that can be produced. I believe that an individual who is being trafficked and or exploited should have an opportunity for freedom. There should be a vast difference in their life. To start with, an individual has to be in the process of being trafficked and or exploited. A girl working in a beer bar, or a homeless child on the street is not necessarily being trafficked or exploited. Yes, they are at risk, (many girls don’t want to leave, they make good money) but they are not being trafficked. Many organizations claim they are rescuing a child by giving them food. Just because you have given a child some food, some clothing, or maybe even a new home, doesn’t mean that you have “rescued” them from human trafficking or sexual exploitation.
Organizations and their leaders need to be honest with their “headlines.” I understand that an organizations has to show that donor money is going to good use. But, is faking rescues the way forward? The problem with the false rescue narrative is that good innocent individuals are being hurt. The problem entails the leaders of these organizations making a lot of money. They can reduce the costs of their rescues by going after bar girls and giving a little help to the poor. They in turn claim that they have these rescue cost, when in turn it cost less just to give a little food, and some clothes to a needy family. This is a nice thing to do! BUT DON’T call it rescuing people from human trafficking. These organizations push their false narrative off on people, don’t they know lying is a sin as well.
I have addressed the issue that you and I might not agree morally with this chosen field of work. However, removing a girl for a night or two, only for her to return to work is not a rescue. Feeding children on the streets, or giving a child clothing or housing, is not a rescue. This is a problem that needs to be dealt with. Churches and individuals give a lot of money, it needs to be correctly reported and not used unethically. Let’s truly empower children and the less fortunate. Let’s truly go after human trafficking victims. It will take individuals standing up against powerful NGOs and their wealthy leaders. It will take directing money into community programs and ethical rhetoric. I truly hope there is a day when people will stand up and redirect their finances into substantive life changing programs, and not the false rhetoric of Raid and Rescue.
