International Justice Mission - Grove City College

06/08/2020

IJM has moved the date of the 2020 Race to Rescue to June 20-21! This means that there are two more weeks to spread the word about this exciting event or get involved. Click the link in our last post to support our fundraising team with donations or joining the race!

05/28/2020

On June 6th and 7th, members of the IJM GCC chapter will be walking, running, and biking as we race to rescue those who are unsafe in lockdown around the world. Will you join us? Follow this link to help us meet our fundraising goal or to join us in getting active to promote IJM's global mission!

For some, being on lockdown doesn’t equal safety. Those trapped in slavery and violence need our help now more than ever. I’m racing for their rescue with . Join me and walk, run, bike or move in any way you choose to race to rescue those

09/27/2018

In case you couldn't make it, here's a recap of our 9/26/18 chapter meeting:

IJM recently freed 14 men working and being abused on a ginger farm. These men were separated from their families for years and forced to work on this farm. On September 7, they were freed by IJM and the local Indian government.

Read more here: https://www.ijm.org/news/14-freed-from-ginger-farm/

What is forced labor?
It is heavily tied to money. Employers will lure the poor with promises of good jobs and pay. They will then manipulate those who believed them. Often, they place people in 'debt bo***ge'. The owner may charge them for food, housing, etc. to keep them in debt. Many branches of law enforcement are corrupt, and will not step in to help these cases.

What is IJM doing? They are identifying problems, working with 'good cops' to perform rescue missions, bringing justice, and helping victims recover from trauma.
Gowri's story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZT-CqkPnzw

God is with these people. He is watching over those currently bound by forced labor, and because of this we have HOPE. Our God is a God of justice, mercy, and love. He will use us to bring peace to the world.

They suffered months of vicious beatings, starvation and isolation.

09/26/2018

Hey, IJM GCC!

Our weekly meeting will be taking place at 9 pm in HAL 308 - we will be learning and discussing about a form of trafficking that occurs today!

Also, this Saturday we will be serving at a safe house in Pittsburgh. Be sure to sign up through the email link (or send us a message) if you are interested in joining us!

03/14/2018

Today is the last day to make your 20 second recording to send to Congress as part of the campaign. Do it here: https://www.ijm.org/hiddennomore. It will only take you a minute! Do it from your phone or your laptop! A script is provided!

03/07/2018

Join the campaign! Make an impact in the fight against slavery.

Record your 20-second video to Congress today, urging them to protect foreign aid funding that helps free slaves. Don’t miss the Digital March to End Slavery…

03/07/2018

There are more slaves today than any time in history. When we stay silent, they remain hidden. Right now, Congress is under pressure to cut foreign aid spending, which includes programs that free slaves. We can't let that happen. Take action today! This will take only 30 seconds of your time and makes a huge difference in the fight for justice. Make your video here:

Show your face to bring an end to slavery. Join : the Digital March to End Slavery by making your 20-second video today. Join Now Watch Promo THE MOVEMENT The Digital March to End Slavery There are more slaves today than any time in history. When we stay silent, they remain hidden. Rig....

03/07/2018

Thank you for joining us on February 22nd to raise awareness about the injustice of modern day slavery!

02/23/2018

Please, take 20 seconds and record a video to your representatives to help preserve funding for organizations like IJM that fight injustices all around the world! 20 seconds of your time can help to change someone's life.

12/04/2017

Candy gram sales are happening this week! Share some Christmas spirit with your friends and send them a candy cane. On sale in the student union all week from 10-3, 1 for 50 cents or 3 for $1! All money goes to fund rescue missions through International Justice Mission. Come show your support!!

11/30/2017

Tonight at IJM we talked about the problems with consumer products like chocolate, coffee and fashion and these industries' connection to labor trafficking, exploitation of their workers including child labor. Check out this video about the cocoa industry: http://fortune.com/big-chocolate-child-labor/
One easy way to buy ethical chocolate is to buy a brand that is fair trade certified. OR check out this list: http://www.slavefreechocolate.org/ethical-chocolate-companies/

Some 2.1M West African children harvest the cocoa that goes into your candy.