The International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking takes place every year on February 8th, the day in which we celebrate the liturgical memory of St. Bakhita, the Sudanese nun who as a child had the dramatic experience of being kidnapped and enslaved and became the universal symbol of the Church's commitment against trafficking.

It is promoted by the International Unions of Superiors and Superiors General. The coordination of the network of partners and adherents is entrusted to Talitha Kum, the international network founded by the UISG and committed against trafficking in persons.

“Journeying in dignity” is the theme of the 9^th Edition of the International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking, celebrated on the 8^th of February 2023.

In 2022, we have experienced major changes as well as the aggravation of crises. In this context, the number of both at-risk groups and people suffering from trafficking violence has increased. We are called to keep hope and the values that guide our being and acting alive. This is the meaning of the theme of the 9th International Day of Prayer, chosen by an international group of young representatives of partner organizations.

Two days before the online pilgrimage, we invite you to the ecumenical prayer service. The vigil prayer will be on the 6th of February (in English and Italian) at the Parish Church Santa Lucia, Via Santa Lucia, 5 (Rome). Come and join us!

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Live streaming on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/preghieracontrotratta

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