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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

1/3 Huge evidence burdens stop survivors getting help "I had little control...there was limited documentation or proof" explains lived experience campaigner We told @sianushka.bsky.social @opendemocracy.net "Survivors should be met with support not suspicion" www.opendemocracy.net/en/epstein-s...

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Open Rights Group @openrightsgroup.org · 03/11/2025

Human rights underpin our everyday lives, often in invisible ways but always there when you need them. Easily sacrificed for political expediency. Hard felt by all of us when gone. ORG joined @libertyhq.bsky.social and hundreds of groups to defend the ECHR ✊ www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...

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Leaving the ECHR won’t stop the boats, 300 organisations warn in rallying cry

Prime minister Keir Starmer urged to make positive case for ECHR after Kemi Badenoch pledged a Tory government would leave the treaty

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Focus on Labour Exploitation @focusonlabour.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

The big hole in the new Employment Rights Act is that some workers still have to risk deportation to report labour abuses. So pleased that Baroness Hamwee is supporting our call for migrant workers to be able to report bad employers without fear: bills.parliament.uk/bills/3929/s...

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Unnumbered amendment to Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill to Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill - Parliamentary Bills - UK Parliament

Baroness Hamwee's amendment After Clause 48 () to Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill, proposed during Report stage

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

Stereotyping CSE undermines public understanding, making it harder for professionals and the public to spot cases that don't fit the 'mould' Nearly 50 charities, survivors, law firms and academics have signed our letter to @yvettecooper-mp.bsky.social: afterexploitation.com/2025/06/26/j...

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Joint letter to Yvette Cooper: Child sexual exploitation (CSE) must not be stereotyped

27th June 2025 – Following Baroness Casey’s audit on group-based child sexual exploitation (CSE) and abuse (CSA), we have grown concerned by the lack of recognition for CSE support, com…

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Asylum Support Appeals Project @asaproject-org.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

Do you help asylum seekers apply for Section 4 and Section 95 support? Want to learn more about how to help your clients gather the best evidence, and make the strongest applications possible? Find out more about ASAP's next free online training on 16th of July: www.asaproject.org/training/upc...

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

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Joint letter to Yvette Cooper: Child sexual exploitation (CSE) must not be stereotyped

27th June 2025 – Following Baroness Casey’s audit on group-based child sexual exploitation (CSE) and abuse (CSA), we have grown concerned by the lack of recognition for CSE support, com…

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

Only 4% of adults referred as victims of modern slavery get counselling through the Home Office-funded scheme for survivors. In theory, survivors can get counselling via the NHS, but many are dismissed or face long delays: afterexploitation.com/2025/06/11/m... #UK #politics #news #uknews

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 31/05/2025

The Data (Use and Access) Bill makes sweeping changes to information rights in the UK. The changes threaten survivors’ access to justice + privacy by - Limiting SARs - Granting data controllers more power - Weakening personal data safeguards Read the briefing: afterexploitation.com/2025/05/31/d...

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Data (Use and Access) Bill: Impact on survivors of modern slavery

29th May 2025 – The Data (Use and Access) Bill (DUAB) poses a serious risk to survivors of modern slavery. Drawing on lived experience testimony and practitioner research, our fact sheet outl…

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

"Emphasis on one ‘type’ of victim stops survivors coming forward" After Exploitation commissioned mental health advocate and survivor, Kate Elysia, to work with an artist illustrating her perspectives on exploitation. Read the interview with Kate here ⤵️ afterexploitation.com/2025/05/23/b...

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

Mimi Jalmasco speaking at the joint #SurvivorFutures webinar w/ VODW, @ilpaimmigration.bsky.social @kalayaan.org.uk @kingsartshums.bsky.social: "The best way to prevent re-trafficking of migrant domestic workers is reinstating our visa rights. The right to change employers and have real protection"

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Simon Cox @simonfrcox.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

To understand Britain’s immigration system, if you’re caught in it, helping those who are, or just to learn more - use Right to Remain’s Toolkit: righttoremain.org.uk/toolkit/ Written for regular people by legal experts at @right-to-remain.bsky.social

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Right to Remain Toolkit

A step-by-step guide to the UK asylum and immigration system

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Sonia L @sonial77.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Updated with the report stage amendments published this week

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Sonia L @sonial77.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Maya really is so good at FOIs, I cannot recommend this workshop enough

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Freedom of Information (FOI) requests can play a huge role in holding those with power to account. Join us on 8th May for a training workshop exploring how to create FOIs for impact, challenge refusals and get hard-to-reach information. afterexploitation.com/2025/04/07/i... #politics #democracy

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Workshop: Introduction to Freedom of Information (FOIs), 8th May 2025

This summer, we’re hosting a range of workshops on Freedom of Information (FOI), start with our online introduction to using FOI requests this May! Date: Thu May 08 2025 Time: 14:00 – 1…

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Campaign for Freedom of Information @campaignfoi.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

📢FOI in the News! Thousands of trafficking victims reject government support for fear of deportation according to new FOI data obtained by the Observer and anti-slavery charity After Exploitation. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/a... #Refugees #HomeOffice #joinCFOI #accountability

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Trafficking victims rejecting UK government support because they fear being deported

Nearly 6,000 victims of modern slavery chose not to be referred for help last year, new data shows

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

[Webinar - Survivors only] Tomorrow, we're joining Survivor Alliance to host a webinar on changes to sexual exploitation definitions in the UK. We'll cover: ▪️What the changes mean ▪️How they may impact survivors ▪️How we can campaign against the changes Sign up here: forms.gle/7rb5pgYbbyJw...

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Each year, hundreds of modern slavery survivors are held in UK prisons. Many more get criminal records. How are so many opportunities to identify and support victim-survivors of trafficking / slavery being missed? Our fact sheet with Hibiscus explains: afterexploitation.com/2025/04/15/f...

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Focus on Labour Exploitation @focusonlabour.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Today marks 10 years since the Modern Slavery Act, which centered on support for victims of trafficking. But trafficking must be stopped before it happens. With the Employment Rights Bill going through Parliament, there is an opportunity to address the conditions which allow trafficking to thrive.

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Patrick Burland @patrickburland.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Modern Slavery Act 10 years on. No civil proceedings brought against any business under Section 54. Survivors of modern slavery imprisoned for crimes they committed under the control of their traffickers despite Section 45.

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

"Survivors of slavery are now under more pressure to provide more evidence ... it is harder to challenge a rejection and access help" We talk through the 30-day deadline for reconsiderations, + our report w/ @antislavery.org. Via @freylindsay.bsky.social @forbes.com: www.forbes.com/sites/freyli...

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NGOs Say U.K. Government Neglecting Victims Of Trafficking And Slavery

Several years ago the government quietly made it harder for people to seek protection after escaping slavery. A new report shows that move has had the predictable result.

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

"A recent survey by Women for Refugee Women found almost a quarter of women had been subjected to sexual harassment or abuse from another hotel resident, while 12% had experienced this from hotel staff."

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

Modern slavery survivors turned away from support now only have *30 days* to challenge a refusal Charities are working against the clock to get justice for survivors who shouldn't have been rejected in the first place. Read our briefing with @antislavery.org: afterexploitation.com/2025/03/20/r...

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Reconsiderations briefing: Modern slavery survivors ‘unable to challenge’ rejections

20th March 2025 – A new briefing by After Exploitation and the Anti-Trafficking Monitoring Group (ATMG) highlights the scale with which survivors of modern slavery are being turned away from …

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

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Reconsiderations briefing: Modern slavery survivors ‘unable to challenge’ rejections

20th March 2025 – A new briefing by After Exploitation and the Anti-Trafficking Monitoring Group (ATMG) highlights the scale with which survivors of modern slavery are being turned away from …

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Anti-Slavery International @antislavery.org · 20/03/2025

🚨 OUT NOW New Anti-Trafficking Monitoring Group (ATMG) and @afterexploitation.bsky.social briefing provides an overview of the barriers faced by survivors unfairly excluded by the National Referral Mechanism (NRM) and the challenges to overturn these decisions.

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

The label 'sexual exploitation' is gate kept from survivors seeking help. Yet, when it comes to raids + enforcement, the term is being applied to consenting sex workers. Webinar on this tomorrow, 4pm GMT ⤵️ www.freedomunited.org/laws-to-address-sex-trafficking/ @freedomunitedhq.bsky.social

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Definitions of sexual exploitation are changing. But not in a way that helps survivors.

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Text: More survivors turned away. In the UK, Government guidance on support only recognises sexual exploitation and child sexual exploitation if there are multiple victims, multiple perpetrators, or ‘grooming’ takes place. This guidance change - made last year - is in our view unlawful and prevents victims from getting help. Victims are still survivors, regardless of gang involvement or the methods of control used.

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Text: More policing. On the flipside, some politicians keep conflating sexual exploitation with all sex work in policing settings. Yet most sex workers reject this label. It is vital to recognise that survivors and sex workers have different experiences and needs. The tactic is clear: when it comes to offering support, the government won’t recognise survivors. When it comes to enforcement, raids and policing, the government is keen to label almost any sex worker as a possible victim.

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Dan Sohege @danielsohege.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

Modern slavery can take place anywhere, and is all around. That is one of the, many, reasons why the UK needs stronger protections for victims. The Conservatives rolled back what was there, and Labour have refused to re-implement them. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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UN judge convicted of slavery offences at Oxford Crown Court

Jury finds Ugandan high court judge Lydia Mugambe guilty and she will be sentenced in May.

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

#ICYMI, on International Women's Day, we outlined how women who have survived exploitation continue to lead the fight for justice, but are being failed by stereotypes, inconsistent support, and restrictions on work. Read the full statement here ⤵️

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

Sex work and sexual exploitation mean different things. Conflating these terms makes it harder for professionals to understand the distinct needs of both groups. Read our explainer piece alongside @laurenmedlicott.bsky.social's powerful article here: www.bigissue.com/opinion/sexu...

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How we define 'sexual exploitation' is fuelling violence against women and girls

A supportive and nuanced approach is needed for victims of sexual exploitation, rather than the current government guidance.

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

This #InternationalWomensDay, we're celebrating the contributions of survivor women, and calling for an end to the disbelief, lottery of support, misinformation, and barriers to work they still face. Read our full statement here: afterexploitation.com/2025/03/08/i... #AcceleratedAction #IWD2025

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Under the Nationality and Borders Act, survivors now have to provide more evidence sooner in order to get basic forms of support. Other survivors are barred from help because of their immigration status or offending history.

Even worse, new Home Office guidance says sexual exploitation is ‘less likely’ to have happened if there aren’t multiple perpetrators or victims involved. Reversing these measures alone could uphold the rights of thousands of women and girls currently at risk of slipping through the net after modern slavery.

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LANGUAGE MATTERS

Women and girls can be exploited in any industry, just as men and boys may can be victims of sexual exploitation. Avoiding stereotypes helps us to improve understanding of the complexity of exploitation and ensure all of us - including professionals and survivors themselves - can recognise it.

It is important not to conflate sexual exploitation with all sex work, as these are not the same and both groups have needs specific to their experiences.

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In our experience, many are exposing injustice and pushing for survivor inclusion in campaigns and political life. Yet, immigration restrictions and criminalisation prevent many survivors from working in the very sectors trying to represent them.

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Lauren Crosby Medlicott @laurenmedlicott.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

Further criminalisation of sex work could be more dangerous for both sex workers and survivors of sexual exploitation, activists and charities have warned. My latest for @bigissue.com @afterexploitation.bsky.social www.bigissue.com/news/social-...

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Conflating sex work and sex trafficking is harmful and needs to stop, activists say

Further criminalisation of sex work could be more dangerous for both sex workers and survivors of sexual exploitation, activists have warned.

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Sounddelivery Media @sounddeliverymedia.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

📢 Applications are now open for our 2025 Spokesperson Programme! 14 grassroots leaders will benefit from training, 1-2-1s, peer support & media opportunities so they can share their experiences & expertise in the media & beyond. Apply now! Deadline 21 March: www.sounddelivery.org.uk/spok.../trai...

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Natalie Sedacca @nataliesedacca.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

The seasonal worker visa scheme has seen major issues of exploitation and abuse linked to its structure, inc limited opportunities to change employer, lack of regulation of labour standards. Highly problematic if five year extension is without measures to address www.theguardian.com/environment/...

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UK’s seasonal farm worker scheme to be extended for five years

Environment secretary will hope move can reset relations with farmers after inheritance tax row

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Right to Remain is hosting a community discussion on 27th February, covering: 🚨 What immigration raids *are* and how you can support people in your community who may be affected 🚨The new citizenship ban and how to navigate the changes righttoremain.org.uk/immigration-...

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Immigration Raids: Community Discussion 27th February

Right to Remain are hosting a community meeting on immigration raids on the 27th February, 11am-1pm, online. This community discussion will cover the basics of immigration raids: what they are, what ...

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

This decision is appalling and cruel. The government must reverse it. It ignores reality - there are no safe routes for most people who need protection.

A graphic has a screenshot of the media article with the headline: "UK to refuse citizenship to refugees who have ‘made a dangerous journey". We've written text above it saying "Reverse this cruel decision".

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HJA Civil Liberties @hjacivillibs.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

Campaigners have hailed a ‘watershed moment’ as changes to the Limitation Act 1980 remove the requirement for child sexual abuse victims to bring personal injury claims within three years of their 18th birthday inews.co.uk/news/child-r...

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'Scrapping legal time limit on child abuse claims will reduce victims' trauma'

Campaigners hail 'watershed moment' after ministers announce that three-year limit for bringing personal injury claims will be lifted

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Women for Refugee Women @4refugeewomen.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

Yesterday, the Government posted shocking footage of people being taken from detention centres - by force - and put on deportation flights. This act of performative cruelty gives rise to racism and could have dangerous consequences. www.theguardian.com/politics/202... 1/2

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Deportation footage ‘enables mainstreaming of racism’, Clive Lewis says

Labour MP and others on left of party speak out after ‘cruel’ video shown

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African Rainbow Family @africanrainbowfam.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

In 2024, 51 people seeking asylum died whilst in the care of the Home Office. We are appalled at the inhumane way that people seeking asylum are treated. To read the The Guardian article: tinyurl.com/54ajsunr To read our 2024 report on Home Office accommodation: tinyurl.com/ms7zrv4r

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Migrants' Rights Network @migrantsrights.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Our new #AIUnderWatch report, co-produced with people seeking #asylum, explores the errors and opacity surrounding #AI mechanisms, and the racist and ableist ramifications of AI in the asylum system. Read more: buff.ly/42I3A8Q

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Public Law Project @publiclawproject.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

PLP are proud to launch a new guide to Public Interest Interventions, supported by A&O Shearman, Landmark Chambers and orgs like @justicehq.bsky.social, @the3million.bsky.social & @biddetention.bsky.social Join us on Feb 26 to learn all about interventions 👇 publiclawproject.org.uk/events/plp-i...

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After Exploitation @afterexploitation.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

Now more than ever, we need this statement on grooming narratives. Today, we are joined by 70+ survivors, academics, charities and experts on exploitation calling an end to damaging stereotypes and the start of real support for victims and survivors: afterexploitation.com/2025/01/15/j...

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Refugee Education UK @reuk.org · 03/02/2025

There's just 2 days left to sign up for the first session of our training for further education colleges with @cityofsanctuaryuk.bsky.social on Welcoming Refugees: an overview and introduction 😱 🔊 training.reuk.org/sanctuary #FurtherEducation #RefugeeEducation

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Lauren Crosby Medlicott @laurenmedlicott.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

One FOI found that one in four local councils in England offer no standalone training on modern slavery to staff. Failure on the part of local authorities to implement effective training is putting vulnerable people at risk. Here's how. www.bigissue.com/news/social-...

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I didn't know I was a human trafficking victim till I was in my 50s

All local authority staff should receive comprehensive training on modern slavery and its impact on victims but corners are being cut.

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Together With Refugees @refugeestogether.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

The UK's asylum system isn't just broken—it's failing everyone. While the gov's new Bill claims solutions, it misses the heart of the crisis. It's time for something better. This Valentine's Day join the call for a fair new plan #FairBeginsHere shorturl.at/N38tm

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Emiliano Mellino @mellino.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Former seasonal agricultural workers have gathered outside the Home Office today to protest working conditions on farms and better modern slavery protections. Organised by @uvwunion.bsky.social Landworkers Alliance and Libera.

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