In honor of human trafficking awareness month here are some ways that you can make an impact in the fight to end trafficking.
- Be informed-
- Complete a short training provided by the US Department of State for human trafficking red flags. http://www.state.gov/j/tip/training/index.htm
- Create a Google alert for updates on sex trafficking news.
- Refrain from goods and companies that support slavery. (Take the “how many slaves do you have” test at slaveryfootprint.org)
- Support companies that actively eliminate slavery. (There is a great app called GoodGuide you can scan products in store to get information on their ethical standing.)
- Be aware-
- If you observe red flags ask follow up questions or make more observations
- Report red flags to the National Human Trafficking Resource Center at 1-888-373-7888 (24/7)
- Be generous-
- Support an organization like Wipe Every Tear where 100% of the proceeds go directly to the lively hood and education of a trafficked girl. http://www.wipeeverytear.org/ways-to-give/
- Support a worker in the fight against trafficking with gifts, kind words or following their endeavors:-)
- Be brave-
- Take a trip with an anti trafficking organization where you can see the plight first hand. (For information about trips with Wipe Every Tear email [email protected] there are trips to Thailand and the Philippines coming up.)
- Talk to your friends and acquaintances about what you’ve experienced and learned.
- Start an organization to end trafficking or support victims.
- Be blessed-
- A small effort does make a difference to someone who is trafficked, just ask some one who has been trafficked.
- Taking an active role in the plight of a fellow human will enrich your life in ways you can not anticipate.
My hope is that you will find a freedom in pursing freedom for another.
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