As always, Sarah is such an awesome source of information. At our Western Washington Coalition Against Human Trafficking meeting this last Monday evening, the following calendar of events was provided.
July 18-19, 2009 (Sat. & Sun.) - Mill Creek Festival: NCPC Stop Human Trafficking Ministry Team and WWCAHT will be hosting a non-profit table. If you are available to volunteer for a shift, please email Sarah at sweeneysps@comcast.net.
July 31, 2009 (Fri.) - Tee It Up To Drive Out Human Trafficking Golf Tournament: hosted by Free At Last Ministries of Christ the King Church - "Offering Hope to the Enslaved." Avalon Golf Links, Burlington, WA . Information & registration at http://www.freeatlastministry.org/. (Proceeds go to International Justice Mission (IJM) - banquet speaker is Brian Cress, West Coast Director of Development for IJM)
August 26, 2009 (Wed.) - Child Sex Trafficking Conference: sponsored by the U.S. Attorney's office, WASHAct and Internet Crimes Against Children. South Seattle Community College - 8AM to 5:30 PM. Registration $30 - more information to follow.
September 13, 20, 27 & October 4th - Fair Trade: Using Our Purchasing Power for Justice and Hope: Community Awareness class - maximum of 40 registrants. Taught by Sarah Sweeney, President of the Western Washington Coalition Against Human Trafficking and Not for Sale campaign's WA State Director. North Creek Presbyterian Church's Fireside Room (6:30 PM to 8:30 PM). For directions go to http://www.northcreekpres.org/. Registration is $10 and to register, email Sarah at sweeneysps@comcast.net or register on the church's website (fee will be collected at 9/13 class).
September 26, 2009 - Walk to Stop Child Trafficking Now: sponsored by Stop Child Trafficking Now. Warren Magnuson Park (11 AM to 3 PM). Table fair, food, music, concert, speaker (Phil Manginelli). Contact - snapp_er2002@yahoo.com
September 26 (Sat.) - Golf Tournament: sponsored by Frontline for Justice (World Concern Women of Purpose Chapter). Willows Run golf course in Redmond. Details to follow.
October 2-3, 2009 (Fri. & Sat.) - Seattle Missions Fest: Westminster Church in Bellevue. Workshop: "Mobilizing Your Church & Community in Fighting Modern Slavery" from 5:30 to 6:30 PM on Saturday, October 3rd.
October 8-9, 2009 - Global Forum on Human Trafficking: Carlsbad, CA. Speakers include: Lou de Baca, David Arkless, Anna Rodriguez, David Batstone, Anuradha Koirala and more. Check the link for more information.
Proverbs 31:8-9
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Free At Last Ministries
...is hosting a golf tournament/silent auction at the Avalon Golf Course in Burlington, WA on July 31, 2009.
Proceeds from this fundraiser will go to the International Justice Mission (IJM).
Proceeds from this fundraiser will go to the International Justice Mission (IJM).
Proverbs 31:8-9
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Polaris Project and Not For Sale Update
The Polaris Project has announced the implementation of a national database to aid in the fight against human trafficking. They have partnered with LexisNexis in creating this database and look to it to assist the National Trafficking Resource Center (NHTRC). The NHTRC runs the national human trafficking tipline for the U.S. For more information on this exciting project, click here.
The Not for Sale campaign is joining forces with MISSSEY to offer their first Innovative Aftercare Training from July 27th to the 31st, 2009 in San Francisco, CA. This training is open to the first 26 applicants and is being offered on a first come, first served basis. If you have a heart to care for those who have been victims of modern day slavery, this training will give you the tools and instruction you need to become a "smart activist" on their behalf.
If I could, I'd be there in a heartbeat. This is not the year for me to be spending money on these things, though.
You can click here to get the details or email aftercare@notforsalecampaign.org for more information and an application. If you go, please let me know how it went when you get home!
Proverbs 31:8-9
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Thomas Lubanga Update
There are several articles this month reporting on the trial of Congolese Warlord Thomas Lubanga:
This trial has brought to light again the continued debate over the extent of involvement the United States is willing to have in the ICC:
I apologize the following articles are more about Angelina Jolie than the trial but keep in mind the positives here:
1. Children are testifying against Mr. Lubanga. (There was concern earlier this year that the children were being threatened and were too frightened to testify, a natural reaction considering what they've been through)
2. The trial is moving forward.
3. It is receiving international attention.
I will continue to update you as I find out more information!
Angelina Jolie attends war crimes trial in The Hague
Angelina Jolie Attends Trial of Congo Warlord Charged With Using Child Soldiers
Proverbs 31:8-9
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
A Battle Changes Direction
We'll have to see what it means when Craigslist says "The "erotic services" section will end within seven days and be replaced by an "adult services" category where advertisements will be individually screened by Craigslist staff, Craigslist said in a statement on Wednesday."
Craigslist to drop "erotic services" ads
Whatever they mean by "individually screened" remains to be seen. And we're watching...we won't back down if this means nothing more than a title change in their advertising.
Proverbs 31:8-9
Craigslist to drop "erotic services" ads
Whatever they mean by "individually screened" remains to be seen. And we're watching...we won't back down if this means nothing more than a title change in their advertising.
Proverbs 31:8-9
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Love in Thailand
It's Sunday. It's a beautiful Sunday. I have the opportunity today to spend time with family. It's going to be a good day.
For so many men, women and children around the world, though, their options aren't anywhere near as vast as mine and that gnaws at me. Every time I am able to enjoy a gift from God, I think of those who do not have that choice and it bothers me to no end.
That's why I do this blog. That's why I donate my time and money. That's why I will continue working for as long as God will allow me, however He wants me to.
A friend of mine told me about this site today. NightLight is an organization that works directly with the women in the bars in Thailand's red light district. In addition to offering the love and hope of Jesus Christ, they offer these women an alternative to working the bars.
They make and sell jewelry.
I have yet to buy a piece to see its quality but the pictures are beautiful. There is one piece in particular that I want so I am going to order it. I'll let you know what I think once I receive it.
In the meantime, head on over and read through the site yourself.
Blessings!
Proverbs 31:8-9
For so many men, women and children around the world, though, their options aren't anywhere near as vast as mine and that gnaws at me. Every time I am able to enjoy a gift from God, I think of those who do not have that choice and it bothers me to no end.
That's why I do this blog. That's why I donate my time and money. That's why I will continue working for as long as God will allow me, however He wants me to.
A friend of mine told me about this site today. NightLight is an organization that works directly with the women in the bars in Thailand's red light district. In addition to offering the love and hope of Jesus Christ, they offer these women an alternative to working the bars.
They make and sell jewelry.
I have yet to buy a piece to see its quality but the pictures are beautiful. There is one piece in particular that I want so I am going to order it. I'll let you know what I think once I receive it.
In the meantime, head on over and read through the site yourself.
Blessings!
Proverbs 31:8-9
Friday, May 1, 2009
Give It All Away In May
Good Friday, Everyone! First, I have to apologize - my blog has been very quiet for a while. I've been quite sick off and on for the last several months and I just went through another "down" time. I haven't felt like writing. Haven't felt like researching. Just haven't felt...beyond miserable. Hoping I have turned another corner and will be on a straightaway for a bit so I will write more consistently.
I received an email today from the International Justice Mission. I'm going to share the body of it with you here:
This month, drinking great coffee can literally change lives.
During the month of May, Storyville
Coffee is dedicating 100% of its revenue to IJM - up to $1,000,000 - to stop slavery, human trafficking and other forms
of violent oppression.
Simply go to www.STORYVILLE.com,
purchase coffee, receive fresh roasted coffee beans in the mail, brew and enjoy
- or consider a gift of gourmet coffee for Mother's Day or to celebrate
graduations this month.
Storyville is based on the idea that coffee is a ritual that gives us time
to think, create and dream. In dreaming, we remember those who
cannot. Your support can enable victims of modern-day slavery to
dream again and to build new lives.
Spread the word by forwarding this information to a friend.
Warm Regards,
Pamela Livingston
Vice President of Communications
International Justice Mission
If you drink coffee or know someone who does (that should cover everyone), head on over and take a look. 100% of their profits for one month! Let's help them make this the best month they've ever had!
Blessings,
Proverbs 31:8-9
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