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201880 minPGdocumentary

6.6/ 10(7 ratings)• TMDB

Human Trafficking

The Rescue List

201880 minPGdocumentary

6.6/ 10(7 ratings)• TMDB

Two boys escape from slavery in Ghana and find refuge at the Challenging Heights rehabilitation shelter, where they prepare for family reunification.

“There's One Child He Must Find”

Human Trafficking

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Two boys escape from slavery in Ghana and find refuge at the Challenging Heights rehabilitation shelter, where they prepare for family reunification.

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Zachary Finkdirector

Alyssa Fedeledirector

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James Kofi Annan works tirelessly to rescue children from slavery in Ghana. Two boys escape their captors and find shelter at Challenging Heights, a rehabilitation center. Over a year, they receive care and prepare to reunite with their families. Annan's mission continues as he seeks to free more children trapped in similar situations. The film documents the challenges faced by these children and the ongoing efforts of organizations dedicated to ending child slavery.

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