The third annual A21 Walk for Freedom will make its way around the world on October 15. The global event will include more than 250 walks in 39 countries, raising awareness for the 27 million victims of human trafficking. The Winnipeg walk, which is hosted by Mary-Clara Saunders from Niverville, is scheduled to start at 1:00 p.m. and will be held at the Polo Park mall.
A21, established in 2007, is a worldwide non-profit committed to abolishing human trafficking in the twenty-first century.The Walk for Freedom is their collective effort to heighten awareness of modern-day slavery and raise funds in order to implement what they refer to as their 4P Paradigm: prevention, through awareness and education; protection, for victims through restorative programs; prosecution, by pursuing justice; and partnership, by aligning with people and agencies that have a like-minded passion.
Human trafficking is a global reality that affects every continent and economic structure. A21 Winnipeg is looking for both volunteers and walkers to take part in this year’s event.
