US Catholic Sisters Against Human Trafficking May Newsletter
Labor, Healthcare, and Trafficking During a Pandemic
PRIORITIES
Migration / Human Trafficking
The Stuart Center stands in solidarity with all those who seek a better life for themselves, their families and their children. Every day thousands of people leave behind all that is familiar in search of safety from violence or oppression. Many others dream of providing their children with access to education, healthcare and opportunities that will change the course of their lives. Others are fleeing conditions of extreme poverty and hunger. Regardless of the motive for leaving, the vast majority of migrating peoples suffer human rights violations. We recognize the dignity of each human being alongside each one’s right to live a life free from oppression and violence. We also recognize that immigration law in the US is in dire need of reform, particularly in cases where children and parents are separated from one another.
The trafficking of persons is a violent, inhumane act found with increasing prevalence worldwide. Women and children are the primary victims of trafficking. It is an atrocious violation of the rights and dignity of each person. We commit ourselves to partnering with those who work for a just and compassionate response to those who migrate and/or are trafficked. We actively seek collaborations with organizations who share our commitment to put a stop to unethical, inhumane practices and to support the health, education and general well-being of all those who suffer. We promote programs for the empowerment of men, women, youth and children to help them regain a sense of dignity and control over their lives.
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National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month – Resources
“Human trafficking is a crime against humanity. We must unite our efforts to free victims and stop this crime that has become ever more aggressive, that threatens not just individuals, but the foundational values of society.” – Pope Francis
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January 2020 Printable JPIC Calendar
National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month “The scale of human trafficking is atrocious…We have to raise our voices for them. That means confronting the social and economic conditions that abet this crime..” – former United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon
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Border Witness Program Through the Lens of the JPIC Imperatives
We are pleased to announce the 2020 Border Witness Program in McAllen, Texas, the US side of the border with Reynosa, Mexico. The Border Witness Program provides a powerful, first-hand look at the human experience behind the issues as well as a critical, analytical look at the systemic issues contributing to the complexity of migration and immigration at the US-Mexico border.
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Statement on World Day of Migrants and Refugees
Migration is named as one of the four major themes we are addressing internationally as one Body in the Church and in the world.
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15) by celebrating the cultures and contributions of American citizens who came from — or whose ancestors came from — Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. Click here for the Hispanic Heritage Month web site that includes a wide range…
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RSCJ Attend UN Event against Trafficking in Persons
Meg Causey, RSCJ, Sheila Smith, RSCJ and Rita Pinto, RSCJ meet together at the UN and attend the UN Commemoration of the United Nations’ World Day against Trafficking in Persons on July 30, 2019. Society of the Sacred Heart NGO Representative, Sheila Smith RSCJ collaborates with others in more than a decade of working…
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Stuart Center partners in Catholic Day of Action
The Stuart Center/Society of the Sacred Heart made visible our commitment to immigrant children through participation in the planning and implementation of the Catholic Day of Action on July 18. Along with hundreds of Catholics spanning the nation and representing more than 200 Catholic organizations, members of the Stuart Center Team and supporters, gathered on the…
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Statement on Humanitarian Crisis at the United States-Mexico Border
The current government policies terrorize and traumatize children, and must be stopped. The need for immigration reform does not give our government permission to violate the dignity and basic human rights of children, and we cannot remain silent while this is being done.
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Reclaiming Power and Place
The final report of the national inquiry into missing and murdered indigenous women and girls in Canada.
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JPIC Lenten Journey: Migration From a Solidarity Heart
This week, our JPIC Lenten focus is on immigration and solidarity. We invite you to reflect on what Scripture tells us, what our life experiences teach us and what the face of immigration today asks of us. As we reflect, let us pray for our brothers and sisters on the move as we, too, are…
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Statement on United States Declaration of National Emergency
…In the spirit of this commitment and our mission of incarnating God’s love, we, the Religious of the Sacred Heart of the United States – Canada Province, strongly oppose the president’s declaration of a state of emergency to divert funds for a border wall.
