Shalom Existence

Please go to Equality Now to read about the Trafficking Victims Protection Act. This might seem like it is FAR from your front door, but if you live close to or in Atlanta like me, you live in the #1 city in the United States for human trafficking. Blame it on the airport, blame it on pimps, but it is here and we have to fight to end it. Maybe you have heard of or heard me talk about Innocence Atlanta, the organization in Atlanta seeking to raise awareness and support the people that are addressing this issue. Neither senators from GA are currently standing up for this issue, so please write and let them know you care. To find your senator go here.

Also, as a personal plea, while we are talking about acts of Congress, please look into the DREAM Act and write your senators about this important bill for illegal MINORS. Those that did not choose to come in this country but would benefit greatly from receiving the chance to go to college without having to pay the international tuition. Most illegal Latinos especially do not go to college because they cannot afford it and do not qualify for financial aide. Not only would this give them that chance, it would give them a reason to excel in high school and a chance if they do excel to achieve legal status in this country. It did not pass last year, but as many know, things can be “brought up” for years and years in Congress. More support and more knowledge about this act could really amp up its chances! Thanks for reading, and remember, to find your senators and their email addresses, go here.  Also, tell people, raise awareness, volunteer! For any resources just leave a comment or google it! You are sure to find something!

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