➢ 27 million slaves worldwide (Dr. Kevin Bales, author of “Disposable People”, and President of Free the Slaves) ➢ The modern day slave industry generates profits of 37.5 billion dollars each year (International Labour Organization). ➢ Slavery happens in 161 countries worldwide, including Canada. (United Nations Global Initiative to fight Human Trafficking) ➢ The average [...]
Posts by Tara Teng
SHOP to STOP slavery!!
I get so excited when I hear about creative initiatives that fight human trafficking! It just goes to show how little steps make a big impact on ending injustice. EVERYONE CAN DO SOMETHING TO END SLAVERY. Let’s really put our money where our mouth is! Here are four ways that you can use your Holiday [...]
Touch the Heart of India
This blog post in long overdue, but still holds a special place in my heart. On October 18, 2010, We (Miss Charity BC, Miss Fraser Valley and a few Miss BC 2010 contestants) partnered with the Dalit Freedom Network to host a benefit dinner in support of the 250 Million Dalits living in racial oppression [...]
Love knows no bounds
This is a Love Revolution and all are invited to take part. Actions speak louder than words and faith without deeds is dead- so we are going outside of our comfort zone to love all people- everywhere. This is a love that is counter cultural. This is a love that has the power to transform. [...]
Time are changing…
Miss BC 2010- The year of Change Sandra Gin, Miss BC of 2009 lead the Year of Hope…This year as Miss British Columbia 2010 I want to carry that hope and move it into action- bringing about change in our world! As Dionne said, we have declared 2010-2011 to be the Year of Change! This [...]
Life like no other!
Life has been incredibly busy since becoming Miss British Columbia 2010! The opportunities for ministry with this title are endless! This last week was full of interviews and speaking engagements- open doors to speak truth and live love to the world! After having a interview with SWIGG talk (www.swiggtalk.com), a teen girls’ motivational web magazine [...]
Calling the Justice League!
Hello Everyone!! I am inviting you to be a part of changing history. Currently there are 27 million people living in the world today as modern day slaves. More than at any other point in time in human history! This needs to stop- things need to change! I am asking you to join me in [...]