I had never heard that Chinese Proverb before.
But I am glad I did.
I just recently finished reading a book called "Half the Sky" where I first learned of this Proverb...and this wasn't the only thing I learned from this gut wrenching, heart breaking, eye opening work by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn.
This book gives personal stories mixed with mind boggling statistics that leave the reader bewildered and ready to spring into action. "Half the Sky" gives detailed ways any one person can help, and urges organizations to band together whenever possible; and rally behind organizations already put into place by women surviving there...and slowly working towards change.
PBS is also airing a Documentary based on the Book on October 1st and 2nd. Check out their website for more information.
I HIGHLY recommend this book. You can buy it here, now. Getting the conversation started is half the battle...
so let's get going.
*A social justice book club/discussion group is in the works by myself and Susan, Director of Be Free Ministries...please stay tuned for details.*
While you are waiting for your book check out these events happening...or consider hosting a screening of the Sex + Money film for a group of people you know. No group too small or too big; please contact Be Free Ministries for more information!!
Check out Be Free Ministries Facebook page for more details on this amazing event benefiting Be Free Ministries and Bethany International Ministries!
Host a screening. Let's get ourselves and our communities educated.
As always. Thanks for stopping by.
Always Trust.
Proverbs 56:3
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