Those Who Don’t Survive. . . And Those Who Do By Marlene Weisenbeck, FSPA Most often we speak about the “survivors” of human trafficking when we reference people who have escaped the violent control of their perpetrators. Less often do we talk about those who do not...
Better Companies, Better World Linda Haydock, SNJM To change corporate business practices on human trafficking is a long-term, demanding, and often daunting task. Let us celebrate the progress we have made. A powerful alliance is formed when religious women and men, ecumenical and interfaith groups, and non-profit partners...
Are Migrant Children Welcomed in Jesus’ Name? by Jeanne Christensen, RSM World Refugee Day is June 20. On that day, people all around the world will remember those refugees and immigrants who have been lost as well as those who have survived. According to the 1951 Refugee...
The Power of Why?: Addressing the Root Causes of Human Trafficking by Ann Scholz, SSND, Associate Director for Social Mission, LCWR There is an old, and perhaps over-used story, about a village on the edge of a river and babies. Perhaps you’ve heard the parable of the...
A Season of New Life and Hope by Sister Kathleen Coll, SSJ Spring 2019, a season of new life and hope, is not disappointing us. Everywhere we look, Earth broke through the winter-hardened soil with crocus and daffodil’s tender shoots. Glorious colors and sweet-smelling flowers greet our...
March: A Month to Speak Out for Trafficked Victims Everywhere by Sister Jean Schafer Among the many international days of remembrance and action in the month of March, there are several that can inspire us to reflection and action on behalf of those trafficked: March 8th– International Women’s...
A Reflection On The Intersection Of Racism And Human Trafficking By Sister Maryann Mueller, NA As we celebrate Black History Month, it seems appropriate to reflect on the intersection of racism with human trafficking. Almost anywhere in the world, victims of trafficking are disproportionately racial and ethnic...
Study, Pray, Act By Carol Davis OP “Everybody knows about human trafficking, you don’t need to do so much education.” She said. “Really,” I responded. “Then why do we still have millions still victimized? Why are there so many innocents lured into the commercial sex exploitation and trapped...
Passionate and Alive by Kathleen Bryant, RSC Borders were definitely not barriers to communication, sharing of passion and collaboration when we came together in Cleveland. Imagine throwing a party and inviting people you had never met from a variety of cultures, languages, countries and backgrounds. What would make that...
Take Off Your Shoes. Get Your Feet Wet. Anne Victory, HM My favorite place for reflection is the beach. Every year I look forward to the annual trek with friends to the Outer Banks of North Carolina for vacation. The experience never fails to inspire and refresh...
