Sep 13, 2012 by Judy
Helping Hands
We’re one but we’re not the same, we get to carry each other, carry each other, One
Love is a temple, love the higher law
One love, One blood, One life, You got to do what you should, One life with each other, sisters, brothers
One (U2)
“How can I help” are words we all long to hear when life throws us a curve ball. The fact is we are all connected in some way, at the very least, by our humanity. Living our lives, no matter where you are or who you are means we share fundamental needs that are the same. We all need water, clothes, food and a place of shelter but most of all we must have love. We must give it, feel it and receive it. It’s what gives us, no, drives us to help others and because life usually has difficulties for us all, we have compassion and can not help but reach out to those in dire need of hearing the words, “how can I help.” It is our sincere desire that you will see that the ability to ”come along side” others is a privilege and honor and that you will choose to make a difference for someone in this world, at this time, who needs your help.
Love always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails. 1Cor.7&8
Free The Slaves Liberating slaves around the world and changing the systems that allow slavery to exist. SPREAD THE WORD: Knowledge is power. When more people learn that slavery still exists, the anti-slavery movement gains energy and strength. Get educate. Check out our “About Slavery” section of the website. Watch our films, read our books, and keep updated on our latest research.
Punjammies PUNJAMMIES™ are created in after-care facilities for women who have been rescued, released or escaped from a life of forced prostitution. Their lives have been marked by a message – you are a commodity – to be used for others’ gain. Punjammies accepts donations and if you have any questions about your donation please email info@intlprincess.org or call 800-430-6451.
Free The Captives Free the Captives is an interdenominational, evangelical anti-human trafficking 501(c)(3) non-profit that engages and mobilizes the Christian community and partners with non-profits, law enforcement, and government agencies in the fight against modern day slavery. Become involved through education and intervention. FTC gives 5 ways to be involved at their website.
Love146
Love146 Works to end child sex trafficking and exploitation through prevention and providing aftercare, “nothing less.” Love146 provides a number of ways to be involved in the prevention and aftercare through partnering with them.
Radiant Cosmetics Our mission is to help garner awareness for human trafficking by raising funds through cosmetics, to provide resources for those on the forefront of change, as well as victims of trafficking. We are not your ordinary makeup company. We believe that through ordinary purchases we can make a difference in this world. Radiant Cosmetics was built around our passion to fight human trafficking. With every product you purchase we donate our time, money and effort to help fight the injustice.
Lusso Bags Working to support women brought out of the sex traffick industry in India by way of a sustainable income and education. By purchasing a bag from Lusso Bags you are participating in significant change in a woman’s life.
The Starfish Project Starfish Project is committed to ending human trafficking by restoring hope to exploited women through socially responsible business. The Starfish Project also provides opportunities for women to heal and grow through counseling, vocational training, language acquisition, family education benefits and health care access, as well as providing housing in our women’s shelter. Become involved by throwing a jewelry party, becoming a representative, donate, become an intern or volunteer.
As you can see, there is no end to the truly worthy organizations we can take part in. Please find one that you are drawn to and become part of the solution. It can be by way of educating yourself and passing on what you learn or by donating your time or money but please become an active participant. Be a beacon of hope for others who are in need and lets be excited that we have the privilege to give something back and never underestimate the power you have to help.
Please let us know in the comments below ways that you are reaching out to others in a way that changes lives. Let’s inspire one another!
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