Monday, February 25, 2008

Corporate Stand on Opposing Trafficking

We, Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Family,
stand in support of human rights by
firmly opposing trafficking of all persons,
especially of women and children,
for purposes of sexual exploitation and forced labor.

We commit ourselves to:
  • Congregation-wide prayer for the end of this grave injustice;
  • educate ourselves and others about the inherent violence involved in the buying, selling and transporting of human beings;
  • work for systemic change by advocating for policies and programs that address the prevention of trafficking and give voice to those whose poverty makes them vulnerable to traffickers.