Saturday, April 11, 2009

Observance of the 11th of the Month

For several years, the Sisters of Christian Charity have observed the 11th of each month as a day of prayer and fasting for peace and justice. Our North American Western Province (Wilmette, IL) has made these suggestions for observing April 11:

On Saturday, April 11th, as we remember our day of fast and prayer, we are invited to “reflect on the signs of the times with the eyes of God and with women’s hearts.”

We remember, “THE LONGING OF WOMAN TO REDISCOVER HER DIGNITY AND HER TRUE PLACE IN SOCIETY AND THE CHURCH.”
(General Chapter Document, 2007)

Creative Ideas to End Human Trafficking

Schools & Universities
Approach Campus Ministry programs for support & advocacy.

Ask libraries to have books for children related to trafficking.

Educate school counselors about identifying victims of trafficking.

Incorporate in high/middle school curriculums (social studies & health).

Organize student video project on coercion, (trafficking/drugs/bullying).

Teach younger children the principles of respect & dignity.

Video night at colleges & universities.

Find websites such as www.ipjc.org to learn more about human trafficking.

Post information about trafficking at your place of ministry.

Educate internet & cable installers, plumbers, & others with access to homes.


Media
Advertise hotline numbers for victims.

Advocate for Public Service Announcements.

Affirm the media when they cover human trafficking.

Ask national & local media to do a story.

Use Social Networking sites (My Space/ Face book/ Blogs) to raise awareness.

Write article & letters to the editor for local newspaper & newsletters.

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