As I stepped into that “other world,” the weight of a mind-numbing sadness quickly gripped my heart. From a distance this place didn’t look all that much different than most of the other poor areas I had experienced in Bangladesh. However, once I stepped inside, the impact was profound. The darkness was overpowering and the despair truly palpable. 

#MeToo. Those two little words have become an anthem for victims of sexual harassment and abuse. They have brought the reality of offensive, destructive behavior happening “in secret” and behind closed doors out into the glaring, blinding light. They have caused all of us to consider our own actions and question whether we’ve ever “accidentally” brushed up against someone, talked inappropriately, or even just gazed at someone else for a little too long. 

Okay, I admit it. I struggle. I read and hear about people who seem to find this amazing joy and delight in their relationship with God. They express it so eloquently and passionately. I’m jealous of that kind of relationship because that doesn’t seem to be my normal. Yes, from time to time, my relationship with God has had an element of joy…maybe even more times than I can recall; however, exuberant joy seems to go missing on most occasions.

One of our deepest callings is to care for orphaned or abandoned children. We are dedicated to providing an environment where God’s love is tangible to children who have been lost and forgotten. Our children’s homes and the Dream School provide the opportunity for these children to flourish and grow into the people God has called them to be.

We are living in very volatile times. As the boundaries of our world become smaller and our cultures and belief systems blend in an ever-changing melting pot of ideals and philosophies, it’s easy to lose sight of fundamental truths. Amidst the clamor of differing opinions, however, one principle remains steadfast: the tangible impact of living a life of love.

We recognize the life-changing impact of education. We seek to fight injustice and to help children realize their dreams by fostering an environment where they can become all that God has created them to be. We believe a world-class education provides endless opportunities.

The face of a trafficker is not bound by race, gender, or nationality. That is why we are vigilant as we look for signs of suspicious activity pointing to potential traffickers and their victims.

Ask the majority of parents to explain the kind of selfless love they feel for their children, and most will struggle to put it into words. And yet, that kind of love does not even begin to touch the love that God has for each of us. Unfortunately, in this broken and hurting world, there are children living without loving and caring parents; they are neglected and alone, in need of someone to show them that they do matter and are deeply loved.

We invite you to join the conversation and help us in raising awareness about the work Love Justice International is doing through our Project Beautiful community to fight against modern day slavery. 

Our primary strategy for fighting the human trafficking industry is to monitor national borders and transit hubs, intercepting the victims before they are lost to the dark world of modern slavery. But what exactly is an interception, and what is involved in the process?