Silence Softly Speaks journey into the heart of Nepal is one that I will never forget. Nestled in the grandeur of the Himalayan peaks, emerald green valleys, and ancient cities, this enchanting country presents a stark paradox – such breath-taking beauty juxtaposed against the pervasive poverty and hardship its people endure.
Yet, it was impossible not to be captivated by the undying warmth and resilience of the Nepalese people. Their spirit shines brightly through their radiant smiles and their boundless generosity, a testament to the human capacity for hope and strength amidst adversity.
Silence Softly Speaks joined forces with Mission East – Brussels, Belgium, and together, we set our sights on the remote Karnali Region of Nepal. We embarked on a clear, yet ambitious mission: to promote child protection by making quality education accessible for every child, regardless of their social or economic background.
This video gives a good understanding of the tremendous battle we are facing. Please watch and feel free to share. Matt Friedman reflects upon the breadth and range of human slavery in the world today and how we can all play our part in helping to address this global problem. Mr. Friedman is an international human trafficking expert with over 20 years of experience as an activist, program de- signer, evaluator, and manager. He is currently the Regional Project Manager […]
In an article written by Edith M. Lederer on 4/3/12, Human Trafficking Victims: 2.4 Million People Across The Globe Are Trafficked For Labor, Sex Ms. Lederer states that ” The U.N. crime-fighting office said that 2.4 million people across the globe are victims of human trafficking at any one time, and 80 percent of them are being exploited as sexual slaves.” This article goes on to show the magnitude of the problem and that although there has been a lot of […]