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Happy Navratri!

Navratri, which translates as "nine nights," honors the Devi, the great Goddess and divine Mother. It begins on the first new moon in early autumn, usually late September or early October. On each of the nine nights people observing Navratri celebrat

Celebrate United Nations Day by Educating Yourself

Wednesday, October 24th marks the anniversary of the entry into force in 1945 of the UN Charter. With the ratification of this founding document by the majority of its signatories, including the five permanent members of the Security Council, the Uni

Understand How Trafficking Victims are Shamed

Do you remember the last time you saw a story in your local news about illicit activities at a massage parlor? What you might not have realized is that many of the women in the photos are actually human trafficking victims. Instead of being protected

Observe International Day for Tolerance

Tolerance involves understanding other people and other cultures. In an era characterized by extremism and violence tolerance reminds us of the importance of seeing our fellow humans as worthy of love and respect. In essence, tolerance involves embra

Honor National Freedom Day

Celebrate National Freedom Day February 1st is National Freedom Day in the United States. National Freedom Day is celebrated because on February 1st, 1865 Abraham Lincoln signed the joint resolution from the House and the Senate that eventually becam

Fight Modern Enslavement During Lent

March 6th is Ash Wednesday 2019. Ash Wednesday is the traditional start of the Lenten season in many Western Christian denominations. Depending on the branch of Christianity, it is observed with fasting, a ritual with ashes, and religious services. M

Passover is Just Around the Corner

Passover Begins April 19th According to Judaism, Passover is a celebration of the deliverance of the ancient Hebrews from enslavement by the Egyptians. It is a time to honor freedom fighters like the sibling trio of heroes Miriam, Moses, and Aaron. I

Learn About Refugees from Modern Day Enslavement

Join us in the Harriet Tubman Theater at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center for a panel discussion on enslavement in Mauritania.  Mauritania, a country in northwest Africa, was the last country on earth to officially outlaw slavery, doi

Review the Intercommunity Justice and Peace Center's (IJPC) Human Trafficking Toolkits

Human trafficking exists in every community and happens every day. As the issue of human trafficking enters the public consciousness, members of the media and those of us working to end modern day slavery have a responsibility to use our platforms t

Raise Awareness of the Trafficking of LGBTQ+ Youth

LGBTQ+ youth are disproportionately likely to experience homelessness, according to Safe and Supported, a program of Lighthouse Youth and Family Services. According to a 2016 study by the anti-trafficking organization Polaris, up to 40% of youth expe