I am only one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. I will not refuse to do the something I can do.
~ Helen Keller
Doing the something I can do
January 9, 2013 · 10:51 pm
Human trafficking: the numbers
I'm a visual learning. I find charts and graphs an easier way to grasp unimaginable numbers. I think these charts do a good job, though focused mostly on EU and UK.
Filed under Human Trafficking, International Issues
Polaris Project and Global Technology
Amazing to see how technology can help battle human trafficking.
Filed under Human Trafficking, Polaris Project, Technology
I Want to Close My Eyes, but I Can’t
I’ve gotten several emails from menapat.org about the issue of child pornography on Facebook and, frankly, I just haven’t taken the time to read the articles and watch the video. I’m sick this morning, so I have time. I went to an article first: http://www.openthemagazine.com/article/international/the-man-who-wants-to-sue-facebook. I even read the comments, and like others there, I would love to close my eyes and believe these things don’t happen or this Raymond Bechard is just sensationalizing, etc. One of the commenters recommended watching the video I’ve attached below, so I did. In it, Pippa Jones interviews the executive director of Menapat, Men Against Pornography and Prostitution, http://menapat.org, Raymond Bechard. It is a very level-headed interview, informative and eye-opening, including steps of action. For those of us who are taking a stand against human trafficking, this is just one more piece. Please watch and do what you can.
Human trafficking awareness programme for pupils
Qatar Foundation for Combating Human Trafficking (QFCHT) has conducted a special programme for school students in Qatar to introduce them to the concepts of human trafficking.
The programme, “We are all humans”, targets school students of different ages to raise their awareness about the types and causes of human trafficking, related legislations and agreements, and the current stand of Qatar on the issue.
Wonderful to see children so young being taught what to watch for. This is how we change the future.
Filed under Human Trafficking, International Issues, Prevention
President signing the Violence Against Women Act
Very powerful opening words by Diane Millich, a Native American woman. She showed great courage sharing her story on behalf of so many who have suffered in the same way. I’m grateful to live in this country and to have a President and other leadership that believe in protecting the rights of women.
Filed under Domestic Violence, Legislation
Combating The Objectification Of Women Begins At Home
News of the alleged rape of a 16-year old Steubenville, Ohio girl by two 16-year old Steubenville High School football players is disturbing on many levels. Perhaps most disturbing is the solid evidence of the criminal behavior's acceptance coming forth via postings on social media.
"She is so raped right now," was the callous comment on videos posted to YouTube the night of the event.
This piece echoes some of the comments I made a few weeks back. I'm appalled that kids would think these things funny or not act to stop the social media part of it, but many are so desensitized to how wrong this behavior is. Changes begin with each one of us teaching our children the value of human life, male or female, that a person is never to become an object to use.
Filed under Rape, Sexual assault, Social media
“Rape for Profit” movie wins award
The film “Rape for Profit” won Best Long Form Film at the Justice Film Festival last weekend! Congratulations. This documentary is set in Seattle, but it could be any major city. I posted the extended trailer on February 11, if you want to see that one as well.
