Human Trafficking and the World Cup

The World Cup begins in South Africa on June 11. As we know from previous experience, this brings with it an enormous risk of human trafficking. So often, we ask, "What can we do?" when faced with such huge challenges. See below for what has been done and what you can do:

• In April, Christian Brothers Investment Services (CBIS) sent a letter to hotels to encourage action against human trafficking in advance of the World Cup. More than 300 faith-based organizations and investors joined together to raise their voices against exploitation of women and children. Click here to see the letter that was sent. To date, responses have not yet been received from Best Western, Hyatt, Hilton, Starwood (including Westin and Sheraton), and NH hotels. Congratulations to Accor, Carlson, and Intercontinental, who have responded.
• If you are traveling to South Africa for the World Cup, click here to find a letter you might take with you to present at your hotel.
• If you are planning a stay at any of the hotels that haven't yet responded to this plea (no matter where in the world they might be), click here for a letter you might take with you to explain why this would be a good initiative for that corporation.