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International Justice Day – 07.17.09
Posted by christine, July 16, 2009
Ideally we’d live in a socially just world where individuals and groups are afforded fair treatment and an impartial share of the benefits of society. But unfortunately, reality paints a different picture.
Today, over 28 million people will be forced to flee their homes because of war. Over 6800 people will be infected with HIV. Right now there are 15 million children who are orphaned by AIDS, with no one to protect them, no one to take care of them.
And we’re not ok with that. International Justice Day has been set aside to observe and promote the advancement of justice, peace, and security throughout the world.
So today we fight.
We use our voices. We speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves. We plead on the behalf of brothers and sisters around the world who live in the midst of unfair circumstances. We give a voice to the voiceless.
We use our talents. We spend our time and energy working for others, rather than only for ourselves. We use the gifts and talents we’ve been given to make an impact in the world around us and to promote peace.
And we use our resources. We see how truly blessed we are. We realize how far our money can go to changes lives in Africa. We sacrifice a mocha, or a movie, or a meal out with friends, and give life to those living in the harsh reality of injustice.
Will you join us?
Ghandi said “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” So let’s be that change, together. Let’s be the face of justice.
