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Sep 26
CSE Institute Featured in Philadelphia Business Journal
On September 9, 2015, a Philadelphia Business Journal article by Dan Norton highlighted the work and official launch of the CSE Institute at the Villanova University School of Law. The Director of the CSE Institute, Shea Rhodes, Esquire, was interviewed … Read more about CSE Institute Featured in Philadelphia Business Journal »
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Sep 23
The Legal Intelligencer Publishes CSE Institute Board of Advisor Member Ashley Lynam’s Article on Act 105
The CSE Institute wishes to congratulate Board of Advisor member Ashley Lynam on her recent article in the Legal Intelligencer. The article, “Act 105: The Most Robust Civil Remedy Against Sex Traffickers” outlines potential civil cause of action against advertisers … Read more about The Legal Intelligencer Publishes CSE Institute Board of Advisor Member Ashley Lynam’s Article on Act 105 »
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Sep 22
Pope Francis to Potentially Visit Imprisoned Victims of Sexual Exploitation While in Philadelphia
Pope Francis has agreed to visit a local city jail Sunday morning where he will potentially meet with victims of commercial sexual exploitation who are imprisoned on prostitution charges. Pope Francis has adamantly spoken about the horrors of human trafficking … Read more about Pope Francis to Potentially Visit Imprisoned Victims of Sexual Exploitation While in Philadelphia »
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Sep 22
The CSE Institute Officially Launches
On September 16, 2015, the CSE Institute hosted its official launch event at the Villanova University School of Law with a reception and awards ceremony. Over 100 guests were in attendance to celebrate the CSE Institute including judges, state and … Read more about The CSE Institute Officially Launches »
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Sep 21
Policy Paper Regarding the Effectiveness of Focusing on the Demand for Commercial Sex Published
In our continuing effort to educate and expand awareness of regarding sex trafficking, the CSE Institute occasionally publishes policy papers regarding key issues and best practices in addressing sex trafficking. Read our most recent policy paper, regarding the effectiveness of … Read more about Policy Paper Regarding the Effectiveness of Focusing on the Demand for Commercial Sex Published »
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Sep 14
Safe Harbor – Proposed Legislation Basics
What? Senate Bill 851, Safe Harbor Legislation When? Introduced on May 28, 2015 Where? In Pennsylvania Who? By Senators Greenleaf and Leach Why? Proposes amendments to Pennsylvania’s comprehensive human trafficking statute, Act 105* with … Read more about Safe Harbor – Proposed Legislation Basics »
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Sep 06
Honorable Marsha H. Neifield to Receive Public Interest Award
On Wednesday, September 30, 2015, Rutgers Law School will present the Mary Philbrook 30th Annual Public Interest Award to the Honorable Marsha H. Neifield, President Judge of the Philadelphia Municipal Court and member of the CSE Institute Board of Advisors. … Read more about Honorable Marsha H. Neifield to Receive Public Interest Award »
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Sep 02
Carnegie Mellon Graduate Develops Technology to Combat Human Trafficking
While working on her senior thesis, Carnegie Mellon University graduate, Emily Kennedy developed data analysis software that is proving successful in combatting human trafficking. She has since started her own company, Marinus Analytics, where she further develops data analysis software … Read more about Carnegie Mellon Graduate Develops Technology to Combat Human Trafficking »
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Aug 27
NoVo Foundation Grant Provides $450,000 Seed Funding for CSE Institute
Villanova University School of Law announces a $450,000 grant from the NoVo Foundation to provide seed funding for the establishment of The Villanova Law Institute to Address Commercial Sexual Exploitation. For complete details, see the full press release on the … Read more about NoVo Foundation Grant Provides $450,000 Seed Funding for CSE Institute »
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Aug 25
CSE Institute Welcomes Fall 2015 Student Externs
CSE Institute Director, Shea M. Rhodes, and Faculty Advisor, Michelle M. Dempsey, are delighted to welcome eight student externs to advance the work of the CSE Institute during the Fall 2015 semester. Four of our student externs – Gina Cautilli, … Read more about CSE Institute Welcomes Fall 2015 Student Externs »