Incredible TED Talk by Lisa Kristine {Modern Day Slavery}

Lisa Kristine, humanitarian photographer and anti-slavery activist gave this inspiring TED talk: http://www.ted.com/talks/view/lang/en/id/1541

For more on Lisa's work: http://www.lisakristine.com/

For more TED talks: http://www.ted.com/talks

I highly recommend checking out Lisa's body of work and the TED talk site- so much inspiration and information!!

WARNING: You cannot watch this and remain unchanged!

As Lisa puts it: "I hope that these images will awake a force in those who view them- people like you. And I hope that that force will ignite a fire, and that that fire will shine a light on slavery. For without that light, the beast of bondage can continue to live in the shadows."

Blessings!

Ronell x


{photo credit: http://www.lisakristine.com/}

Abolitionist Summit 2013

As suggested by the A21 Campaign, it is a good idea to be an abolitionist, unite and conquer and to link locally. In today’s post, I am writing about the Abolition Summit 2013 in America. Now, this may not be local to me, but it looks like an excellent conference to get involved with and since there are a number of Americans following this blog, I thought it might be useful to point out!

The Abolition Summit 2013 actually started today (2^nd January) and continues through to 4^th January. There is a promotional video that explains what it is all about. You can also go to the website to register and for further details.

This is the second annual Abolition Summit held by Exodus Cry. It is a practical and theological equipping for abolitionists. It is basically three days of training to understand and effectively combat trafficking in our modern society. Speakers include Annie Lobert, who herself was trapped in sexual slavery- she talks about her story here.

For those of us who are unable to attend the Summit, we can pray for wisdom, passion, courage and strength for those who are able to attend.

If you are passionate about fighting human trafficking, find local events and people who promote and share the same passion.

Blessings!

Ronell x

“Praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints” {Ephesians 6:18}

21 Ways to get involved with the A21 Campaign (12/21): be an abolitionist- start a revolution! (NB BearFaced for Children in Need today!)

I hope you remembered to go ‘BearFaced’ for Children in Need today ladies! (Children in Need asked women across the UK to show their natural beauty and wear no make-up for BearFaced Day – today). I just want to say a big thank you to my friends Iman and Alicia who supported this cause with me today- thanks guys! (and a big thank you to anyone else who joined in!)

Today’s post is a continuation of the  21 ways to support the A21 in the fight against modern day slavery and human trafficking (12/21): be an abolitionist- start a revolution!

Abolitionists are committed to advancing the cause of justice by engaging others in the fight against human trafficking.

Whether a student, a business person, or a mum...the A21 Campaign believes that everyONE can make a difference.

If you are still studying, join thousands of students around the world who are locking arms and taking a stand at their schools and universities! Start an awareness group at your local secondary school, college or university and get your friends involved in spreading the truth about human trafficking to your community.

If you are not studying, see if there is room for starting such an awareness group in your local community or at work.

By increasing awareness, providing education, and forming an abolition group, you as an abolitionist will be able to reach those within your sphere of influence to help identify and respond to see slavery abolished.

For more information on A21 abolition groups, or to download abolition resources, click here.

Blessings!

Ronell x

“If you do away with the yoke of oppression, with the pointing finger and malicious talk, and if you spend yourselves in behalf of the hungry and satisfy the needs of the oppressed, then your light will rise in the darkness, and your night will become like the noonday.” {Isaiah 58v9-10}