On Thursday, 20 October 2011, LexisNexis International and LexisNexis UK hosted the film premiere of academy nominee Robert Bilheimer's documentary Not My Life. Filmed on five continents, over four years, the documentary highlights the multibillion pound global industry in human trafficking and slavery in which children are the main commodity.

The premiere of Not My Life’ was also sponsored by The CNN Freedom Project and Worldwide Documentaries.

Held at the Curzon Mayfair in London, the film was followed by a panel discussion featuring director Robert Bilheimer and UN Goodwill Ambassador and Oscar-winning actress Mira Sorvino, chaired by CNN’s Becky Anderson. 

LexisNexis International chief executive officer Judy Vezmar stated, “LexisNexis is dedicated to advancing the rule of law around the world. It plays an important role in preserving, protecting and defending the rights of individuals, which is why we are supporting this film and other initiatives to end a criminal business that exploits people across the globe.”

As well as premiering this important documentary, The Human Trafficking Handbook was also launched at the event. Edited by Parosha Chandran and written by specialists in the field, this LexisNexis publication discusses trafficking and modern day slavery in the UK.

LexisNexis UK managing director Christian Fleck  “I am delighted that we are sponsoring this film premiere. LexisNexis supports a range of initiatives that fight human trafficking and work toward adherence to the rule of law globally. Not My Life highlights the untold stories of the thousands of children who are abused and sold on a daily basis. This event is about shining a spotlight on this heinous crime so that people realise how widespread the problem of human trafficking is.”