Pope Francis warns: Together against the shame of human trafficking!

Vatican city, 07.02.2025 - On the occasion of the upcoming world prayer day against human trafficking on February 8, Pope Franziskus urged not to grip with injustices and to face the sacrifices with heart and soul. In his message published on Friday, the Pope emphasizes that it is a common responsibility to fight the economic and criminal structures that enable this human trafficking and benefit from how Kap reported. Human trade, a multi -layered phenomenon that is fueled by conflicts, wars and the consequences of climate change requires global efforts and solutions at all levels

requirement for solidarity action

Pope Francis described international human trafficking as a "shame" and a "serious violation of fundamental human rights". Before a delegation of the “Talitha Kum” network, which is actively fighting in over 90 countries, he called on to combine the voices against this abysmal form of crime that is about the weakest of society. The pope asked everyone to "not remain indifferent" in view of this drama, which demands millions of victims, as vatican news

In his speech, he emphasized the creative work of young ambassadors against human trafficking, who are always looking for new ways to raise awareness of this topic. The example of St. Josephine Bakhita, who himself survived slavery and led a life of hope and the active in the fight against injustice, serves as inspiration. Francis calls for close cooperation with the survivors to hear their stories and to strengthen their voices, and so that hope can also shine in darkness.