A close inspection of stand-up comedy and comedic shows since 9/11 suggests that there has been an increase in the use of Holocaust humor in the world of American comedy. This talk not only explores the potential reasons behind this sudden outburst of laughs in the context of Auschwitz, but also aims to differentiate Holocaust humor that works and Holocaust humor that crosses the line. In other words, where does the ethical line fall? Can Holocaust humor ever be funny or inappropriate? Further, what does the prevalence of this kind of humor suggest about American society over the past decade...
The trafficking of humans for purposes of sexual slavery has reached epidemic proportions. The International Organization for Migration recently estimated that 200-225,000 women and children from Southeast Asia are trafficked to other countries annually, making this region the largest source of trafficked women in the world, and in 2003 prostitution and sex trafficking comprised three percent of Thailand's economy. While NGOs (Non Government Organizations) are actively working to combat human trafficking in this region, little research has been conducted addressing how NGO communications...
