2016-11-08 15:34:00

Religious and laity unite to combat human trafficking


(Vatican Radio) A Conference aimed at combating the horror of human trafficking has entered its third day here in Rome.

The event is hosted by Renate – Religious in Europe Networking Against Trafficking – and has brought together religious and laity from around the world.

Attending the summit is philanthropist John Studzinski, the chair of trustees and co-founder of the UK-based Arise Foundation, which supports grassroots initiatives against human trafficking.

Speaking to Vatican Radio, Studzinski called human trafficking “evil” and “increasingly widespread across the globe”. He said the Renate conference was helping to build links between the different organisations united against the injustice.

“The best partnerships are partnerships among really good people – people who are leaders, people who are visionaries, people who have a ‘can do’ attitude and get things done,” Mr Studzinski said.

“There are a number of countries and religious sisters in Europe with whom we have very close affiliate ties. I think this week at a minimum has strengthened a number of ties. We have made some new relationships and we will be in a strong position to also understand the needs of those particular problems in society.” 

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