World Day Against Trafficking in Persons

 

On World Day Against Trafficking in Persons (July 30), human trafficking organizations raise awareness of the impact of and root causes of human trafficking.

We also call on governments, law enforcement, and society to strengthen prevention efforts and to support victim-survivors of human trafficking. We invite allies and individuals, organizations of faith and non-profits and all people of good will to work towards ending human trafficking.

Specifically, U.S. Catholic Sisters Against Human Trafficking and the National Advocacy Center of the Sisters of the Good Shepherd are currently collaborating on how to break the link between human trafficking and forced migration. (Ursuline Sisters JPIC Team)

Yesterday I had the opportunity to see the movie Sound of Freedom. Sound of Freedom, based on an incredible true story, shines a light on even the darkest of places. After rescuing a young boy from ruthless child traffickers, a federal agent learns the boy’s sister is still captive and decides to embark on a dangerous mission to save her. With time running out, he quits his job and journeys deep into the Colombian jungle, putting his life on the line to free her from a fate worse than death. Sound of Freedom takes you on an emotional and eye-opening journey that leaves an indelible mark on your heart and mind. This powerful and thought-provoking film, released in 2023 (after a 6 year wait), is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the unwavering determination to bring justice to the voiceless.  If you have the opportunity to see it do so.

On this World Day Against Trafficking in Persons let us pray for all victims and those who seek to help them.