A Global Anti-Human Trafficking Event

On October 14, a fundraising and awareness event called #WalkForFreedom will take place in hundreds of cities across 50 nations. The purpose of the walk, operated by a global anti-human trafficking organization called A21, is to raise awareness about the millions of men, women, and children who are still trapped in slavery today. By fundraising and rallying thousands of people around the cause, the belief is that this event will be the catalyst for the rescue and restoration of human beings who are being exploited as commodities. Walk For Freedom is distinctly recognized by its participants who are in single-file lines, wearing black shirts and yellow bandanas across their mouths. You’ll see these lines in places all over the world–from in front of the Eiffel Tower in France, to along the Hollywood Walk of Fame in America. “We are utterly convinced that slavery can be eradicated in our lifetime. Walk For Freedom is definitely one of the most impacting things that we do at A21. It is a tangible, practical, and doable thing for every single person. All of us can put our feet on the pavement and use our steps to make a difference,” says Christine Caine, A21’s Founder. ### More information about Walk For Freedom and A21 can be found on our website: A21.org and A21.org/Walk A21 Overview: We are a nonprofit organization fueled by the radical hope that a world without slavery is possible. We are the abolitionists of the 21st century. Our mission is to end human trafficking...
Source: JEMS: Journal of Emergency Medical Services News - Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Tags: Administration and Leadership Industry News Source Type: news