I was shocked at the president's address on human trafficking on Tuesday afternoon. I always thought it was a problem taking place in third world countries.
Following his speech, I did some quick internet research only to learn that Atlanta is the number one spot for 'sex tourism' where businessmen fly in for the day and pay for services off a menu, selecting whatever age children they prefer. Disgusting. I can see why it's not talked about more, and I'm glad that our own government is tackling this and raising awareness on the topic. I'm surprised more churches are not on this. It seems sex and the pulpit don't mix too well, I suppose.
What's going on in our community, for volunteer efforts?
Kelly Twedell
6:04 am on Thursday, September 27, 2012
There are government and private funded organizations in our community doing work with victims, but often enough they are not treated like victims by society. That has to change so they can get the services they need to begin restoration. Sign up for the Stop Child Trafficking Now walk on 10/28 and gather donations and register today. http://events.sctnow.org/site/TR?fr_id=1263&pg=entry