Liverpool’s International Slavery Museum opens new Trafficked exhibit

Jul 16 2009 Flintshire Chronicle

TWO inspiring exhibitions are opening at Liverpool’s International Slavery Museum this summer.

Trafficked runs from July 31 until February 2010 and Black Britannia is from August 7 until next February.

Both highlight issues of human and social injustice in the 200 years since the abolition of the slave trade.

Trafficked features contemporary photos highlighting the struggle to combat human trafficking around the world.

Through interactive aids and human stories, it reveals the victims of modern-day slavery as well as demonstrating the continuing global work to stop it.

Human trafficking is the fastest growing form of organised crime and one of the largest money earners for criminals.

Black Britannia showcases 30 inspirational portraits of black Britons by photographer John Ferguson, celebrating their contribution to British culture and public life.

Surgeons, teachers and fire-fighters feature alongside celebrities such as Lewis Hamilton, Frank Bruno, John Conteh, Joan Armatrading, Charlie Williams and Ms Dynamite.

Each photograph demonstrates the individual’s strength of character and determination to succeed in their chosen field.

Entry to the Slavery Museum at the Albert Dock is free,

It is open every day from 10am-5pm (0151 478 4499).