Well, I might be getting ready to leave Houston, but modern-day slavery is still around and great advocacy organizations, such as the Human Rescue and Restore Coalition, continue to spread information on the topic and I would certainly encourage any of you in the area to get involved. The following is obtained from the HRRC website.
The month of September will be human trafficking awareness month in Houston, TX. Houston Rescue and Restore Coalition will host a series of awareness events and training under this year’s theme “I Fight for Freedom.” HRRC strives to spread advocacy and education on the issue of human trafficking and hosts events that provide the opportunity to explore the different way in which each one of us can fight for freedom in our everyday lives. A list of the scheduled events is provided below. For more information, please visit www.houstonrr.org.
Human Trafficking Awareness Month Press Conference
Where: Rotunda of City Hall, 901 Bagby, Houston, TX 77002
When: August 30th, 10am
Who: All are welcome
How: No registration necessary
Various advocates from across the city and from different sections will speak about human trafficking specifically as it occurs in Houston and what has been done to combat the nefarious practice. HRRC will be receiving a proclamation signed by the Mayor of Houston officially declaring the month of September as Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
Big Dipper Dash 5K Fun Run/Walk
Where: Tom Bass Regional Park, Pavilion 2, 3452 Fellows Road, Houston, TX 77047
When: September 10th, 6pm
Who: All ages welcome!
How: Race fees vary; register online or on the day of race
For the active bunch, HRRC will start the Human Trafficking Awareness Month with the 5K run/walk that pays homage to the way slaves in the past escaped North by following the stars, like the Big Dipper.
Human Trafficking Film Series
Every Tuesday in September, at various locations
Each evening will highlight a different aspect of trafficking through various films, special guest speakers, and calls to action.
Faith and Freedom Weekend
When: September 15th-19th weekend
Join HRRC as the organization unites all faith communities in the fight against modern-day slavery.
Fair Trade Scavenger Hunt
What: Search the Houston area for fair trade products and raise awareness about the availability of such items in Houston
Where: Those who register will receive a list of locations on September 19 and will be asked to visit those retailers and itemize what fair trade items they do have and how many.
When: September 19
How: Register at http://houstonrr.org/news-room/fair-trade-scavenger-hunt/
Texas Abolitionist Workshop
What: An opportunity to acquire tools and resources to establish an anti-human trafficking coalition
Where: Christ Church Cathedral, 1117 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002
When: September 24, 2011, 9am-5pm
Who: Participants should have a basic understanding of human trafficking before attending.
I Shop for Freedom
What: Learn more about fair trade and support your favorite fair trade vendors.
Where: The Meeting Room at St. Dominic’s Village, 6501 Almeda Rd., Houston, TX 77021
When: September 25, 2011, 3-5:30pm
Who: All welcome!
Needless to say, HRRC needs volunteers to help with organizing and executing all these events. Please contact volunteer@houstonrr.org for additional information.
Fair Trade Scavenger Hunt
What: Search the Houston area for fair trade products and raise awareness about the availability of such items in Houston
Where: Those who register will receive a list of locations on September 19 and will be asked to visit those retailers and itemize what fair trade items they do have and how many.
When: September 19
How: Register at http://houstonrr.org/news-room/fair-trade-scavenger-hunt/
Texas Abolitionist Workshop
What: An opportunity to acquire tools and resources to establish an anti-human trafficking coalition
Where: Christ Church Cathedral, 1117 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002
When: September 24, 2011, 9am-5pm
Who: Participants should have a basic understanding of human trafficking before attending.
I Shop for Freedom
What: Learn more about fair trade and support your favorite fair trade vendors.
Where: The Meeting Room at St. Dominic’s Village, 6501 Almeda Rd., Houston, TX 77021
When: September 25, 2011, 3-5:30pm
Who: All welcome!
Needless to say, HRRC needs volunteers to help with organizing and executing all these events. Please contact volunteer@houstonrr.org for additional information.
- Krasi
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