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Our 2021 Summer JPIC Report is Now Available! August 18th, 2021
Oblates & Partners embrace the call of Laudato Sí
In this newsletter we share some of the creative and inspiring work of Oblates and partners embracing the call of Laudato Sí. Also, updates on JPIC activities and the policy and advocacy work we undertake with corporations and governments.
Do you have any interesting initiatives going on in your communities? Reach out to us at this email address: jpic@omiusa.org.
A PDF version of the newsletter can be downloaded here.
Past issues can be found in the Resources section of the website.
JPIC Report is the twice-yearly newsletter of the US Oblate JPIC Office. It is an informational resource about and for Oblates and others involved in the work of promoting justice, peace and the integrity of creation.
Top 25 Wins for Indigenous Peoples in the Last 5 Years August 13th, 2021
The International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is observed on August 9 each year to promote and protect the rights of Indigenous Peoples around the world. The date commemorates the first United Nations Working Group on Indigenous Populations meeting in Geneva in 1982. This year’s theme is “Leaving No One Behind: Indigenous Peoples and the call for a social contract.”
As we celebrate indigenous peoples, Cultural Survival is taking a look back at some of the top 25 wins for Indigenous Peoples over the last 5 years. From historic land back cases to strong Indigenous women in power, there has been great progress to celebrate.
12 Things You Can Do on International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
Aug 9 is International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples August 9th, 2021
2021 Eco-living Tips August 6th, 2021
Small changes go a long way in the quest to live more sustainably. You can start with a handful of changes in your everyday life. To help you on this journey, we have created two brochures: Reduce. Reuse. Recycle. and Choosing Earth-Friendly Products. The brochures are packed with manageable tips to act on and guidance for adding environmentally friendly products to your daily life.
Our new brochures are available in English and Spanish and can be downloaded below.
Download the brochures in English & Spanish
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- 2021 Reduce Reuse Recycle (English) – DOWNLOAD
- 2021 Reduce Reuse Recycle (Spanish) – DOWNLOAD
- 2021 Eco -friendly Tips (English) – DOWNLOAD
- 2021 Eco -friendly Tips (Spanish) – DOWNLOAD
July 30 is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons July 30th, 2021
“Human trafficking is an open wound on the body of contemporary society” – Pope Francis–
On July 30th the world observes the UN World Day Against Trafficking in Persons and this year’s theme “Victims’ voices lead the way” highlights the incredible work and efforts of survivors to raise awareness to end this scourge. To coincide with this observance, Talitha Kum, the global anti-trafficking network of Consecrated Life Against Trafficking in Persons, launched a new campaign focused on a care-centered model to break the cycle of human trafficking.
Between 20 and 40 million people are estimated to be trapped in modern slavery today. Pope Francis has repeatedly denounced human trafficking as a scourge and a crime against humanity.
Founded in 2009 by the International Union of Superiors Generals (UISG), Talitha Kum International coordinates 50 networks in over 90 countries.
“In 2020, Talitha Kum networks worldwide cared for 17,000 survivors of human trafficking, providing safe housing, education and job opportunities, support to access justice and compensation, and healthcare and psychosocial assistance. During the same period, almost 170,000 people benefitted from prevention and awareness-raising activities organized by Talitha Kum,” a statement revealed.
