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“What’s the Role of Faith in Fighting Slavery” by David Batstone
My own human rights agency, Not For Sale, is convinced as well that people of faith have a unique, vital role to play beyond the ending of forced labor. It’s not enough to extract an individual from bondage. Once people are set free from a rug loom, a rice mill, a brothel, then what? If we do not shift our cultural values and generate new economic and political options, modern-day slavery will continue to thrive. In other words, we have to move upstream to identify the root problems for slavery and create effective solutions.
This Valentine’s Day, Give the Gift of Freedom
Skip tradition and drop that red bouquet! This Valentine’s day, give more than just flowers, give freedom. It’s finally February and love is in the air! This Valentine’s Day, spread your love by purchasing ethically-made gifts to show your significant other that you really care.
David Batstone to Speak at National Prayer Breakfast
President and Co-founder of Not For Sale, David Batstone, will speak tomorrow at the prestigious National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, DC. A number of anti-slavery organizations will join the President of the United States, Members of Congress, and other dignitaries at the 60th annual event.
NFS Welcomes Hershey’s New Commitment to Improve Supply Chains
Not For Sale welcomes the news that the Hershey company has pledged $10 million to educate West African cocoa farmers on improving their trade and combating child labor. The leading US chocolate producer has announced it will release a new version of Hershey’s Bliss brand, which will be 100% made from Rain Forest Alliance-certified farms mostly in Ivory Coast and Ghana. Chocolate is one of the most well-known industries using forced and child labor, yet up until now Hershey has refuse to use fair trade certified cocoa.
HUGE SUCCESS | Free2Rock Launch Exceeds Expectations
Free2Rock came to a hugely successful end yesterday, after hundreds of abolitionists showed their support for the new anti-slavery campaign. Free2Rock saw Not For Sale partner with popular Christian rockers Tenth Avenue North to create a limited edition T-shirt to help fund the organization’s work to end modern day slavery worldwide.
From HQ: Fellowship Program Featured on Forbes.com
Not For Sale is featured in a timely article on Forbes.com today, highlighting seven things people can do to make an impact in the fight against modern-day slavery.
From Headquarters: Abolitionists Break Records at Not For Sale Store Over Holidays
More and more abolitionists are taking action against slavery by shopping at the Not For Sale Store. The organization’s stores in Half Moon Bay and online have enjoyed significant success over the recent holiday season. The store raised a record-breaking $60,000 for survivors of slavery over an eight-week period during the festive season. Not For Sale believes that to re-abolish modern-day slavery, we need to think and act differently, and push boundaries. The store is an important part of Not For Sale’s mission to fight slavery through enterprise.
From Headquarters: Abolitionists have just a few more hours to vote for their favorite video in the I Am An Abolitionist contest.
Abolitionists have just a few more hours to vote for their favorite video in the I Am An Abolitionist contest.
Today marks the last day for fans to support the campaign, the winner of which will win two complimentary tickets to the 2012 Global Forum on Human Trafficking later this year.
From Romania: Farming Enterprise Will Assist Young Girls Such as Violeta
Not For Sale Romania is working to scale the scope of its operation and to create more opportunities for survivors of modern slavery in 2012. The organization recently confirmed that the first stage of development of its organic farming enterprise has been completed. Once in operation, the enterprise will provide rehabilitation, job training, marketing and sales skills, and employment to survivors of human trafficking and people vulnerable to human trafficking.
From Peru: NFS Invests in the Future of 77 Indigenous Communities
In 2012, Not For Sale Peru, in collaboration with 77 indigenous communities, will launch the first phase of a new series of ventures in the Amazon. The Peruvian Amazon is one of the most abundant and resource-rich areas on the planet, yet the people who call this region home are some of the most vulnerable and exploited communities that Not For Sale has encountered. These communities often fall victim to traffickers as they desperately search for opportunities for better futures for themselves and their families.
