Celebrate National Freedom Day
National Freedom Day (U.S.) is February 1st, 2018. Celebrate by talking to others about the importance of becoming a modern day abolitionist.
Destiny Foundation
http://destinyreflection.org/Volunteer Opportunities: Yes
History
Located in Kolkata, Destiny Foundation is a non-profit organization that works to end human trafficking and slavery. It was established in the year 2007 by Smarita and Rebecca. Main projects include sewing and literacy programs.
- Contact Information:
- A129 Lakegardens
- Kolkata, West Bengal
- India
- Active In: India
- Forms of Abolition:
- Empowerment
- Forms of Slavery:
- Child Labor
- Tel: +91 (0) 334 064-4132
- Email: reflection.destiny@gmail.com
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