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HUMAN TRAFFICKING DAYHISTORY OF NATIONAL HUGGING DAY
National Hugging Day was created in 1986 by Kevin Zaborney. His friend was the granddaughter of the proprietors of Chase’s Calendar of Events. Zaborney chose January 21 because it was the time between the winter holiday season and the new year’s birthdays, which he noticed was a time people tend to feel low in spirits. He also felt that Americans were often too embarrassed to show affection in public and hoped National Hugging Day would change that, though he never actually thought it would catch on. The word “hug” is believed to come from the word “hugga” meaning “to comfort” in the Old Norse language, first appearing approximately 450 years ago. However, the history of hugging itself is a bit more uncertain. What is known is that it is only very recently (within the past 50 years) that we have seen a full acceptance of hugging in public, separating it from other distinguished displays of affection such as kissing. The widespread adoption of hugging over the recent years has been debated to be due to two primary reasons: the reduced formality of dress code and manners between relationships, along with the changing behaviors of political figures in pursuit of a more relatable, warm-hearted perception to the public. As mentioned in a timely The New York Times article, many of us, weary and worn with social isolation, are waiting for the return of the simple joy of human touch. Ah yes, the simple joy of human touch. How many of us took for granted the simple pleasure in giving or receiving a hand shake or a pat on the shoulder — but most of all a hug? Whether to show friendship or empathy or to share happiness or express love, a hug is the greatest touch of all. Maybe when the pandemic is no longer a menace and social distancing is no longer necessary, we will have a national celebration and call it “ National Hugging Day” and celebrate by what? Hugging of course! Source: https://nationaltoday.com/national-hugging-day/ |
NATIONAL HUGGING DAYTrafficking in persons is a serious crime and a grave violation of human rights. Every year, thousands of men, women and children fall into the hands of traffickers, in their own countries and abroad. Almost every country in the world is affected by trafficking, whether as a country of origin, transit or destination for victims.
WHAT IS HUMAN TRAFFICKING? Elements of human traffickingOn the basis of the definition given in the Trafficking in Persons Protocol, it is evident that trafficking in persons has three constituent elements; The Act (What is done) Recruitment, transportation, transfer, harbouring or receipt of persons The Means (How it is done) Threat or use of force, coercion, abduction, fraud, deception, abuse of power or vulnerability, or giving payments or benefits to a person in control of the victim The Purpose (Why it is done) For the purpose of exploitation, which includes exploiting the prostitution of others, sexual exploitation, forced labour, slavery or similar practices and the removal of organs. To ascertain whether a particular circumstance constitutes trafficking in persons, consider the definition of trafficking in the Trafficking in Persons Protocol and the constituent elements of the offense, as defined by relevant domestic legislation. Criminalization of human traffickingThe definition contained in article 3 of the Trafficking in Persons Protocol is meant to provide consistency and consensus around the world on the phenomenon of trafficking in persons. Article 5 therefore requires that the conduct set out in article 3 be criminalized in domestic legislation. Domestic legislation does not need to follow the language of the Trafficking in Persons Protocol precisely, but should be adapted in accordance with domestic legal systems to give effect to the concepts contained in the Protocol. In addition to the criminalization of trafficking, the Trafficking in Persons Protocol requires criminalization also of:
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DIVALI - The Festival of LightsReligious festivals, customs and traditions form an integral part of Trinidad and Tobago’s society and the Hindu festival, Divali is no exception. This stems from a large portion of the country’s population being East Indians and a significant amount are Hindus. Divali was brought to Trinidad and Tobago by Hindus who came as indentured labourers in 1845. The celebration of Divali in Trinidad and Tobago is marked as a national holiday with numerous functions held to celebrate the occasion. The celebration of Divali in Trinidad is one of the largest in the English speaking Caribbean. Celebrations are not only held at temples and by religious groups, it has been extended to homes and communities but now organizations have also embraced this festival with special events held to commemorate this occasion. Divali, is celebrated by Hindus around the world, is called the Festival of Lights which symbolizes the lifting of spiritual darkness. It is a celebration of good over evil and light over darkness. Divali means an array of lamps (deep: lamp; vali: array). In the early days, the Hindus celebrated this festival in a very small way. They made at least five deyas (small clay pots) per household, filled it with coconut oil or Ghee (clarified butter) and a wick made of wool was placed in it. Now, the lighting ofdeyas is a spectacular sight. Families, communities, even those who are not Hindu, participate in this enlightening, uplifting occasion. Deyas are atop creatively bent bamboo frames constructed in savannahs and other open spaces or simply arrayed in the driveways of homes. Before the lighting, Hindus undergo a period of fasting, praying for the blessings of Mother Lakshmi on their homes. On the day Divali is observed, pujas or Hindu prayers are done. After, there is a Hindu feast – food and delicious Indian sweets are distributed to others in the community. The observance is based on Hindu scripture: the return of Lord Rama, along with his wife Sita from his fourteen-year-long exile and his vanquishing the demon Rawan. In joyous celebration of the return of their king, the people of Ayodhya, the Capital of Rama, illuminate the kingdom with deyas. LOCAl TRADITIONS - Lighting Deyas
Deyas are made from clay and are usually filled with oil and ghee with a wick for lighting. Today, you can buy deyas ready made with wax and wick because it is easier to light, less messy and lasts longer. Of course wax deyas are much more expensive because you are paying for the convenience and ease of use but it depends on the person’s budget as to what they want to use. Bamboo Bending The process of bamboo bending involves using a hard, long and thick bamboo, splitting one end of the bamboo into 5-6 strands (not thoroughly split it, about 3/4 the length of the bamboo is split), securing the unsplit end of bamboo to the ground and bending the strands outwards and fasten them to the ground. People also do different shapes of bamboo bending e.g. elephant, Ohm sign etc. FOOD
Indian DelicaciesThe Hindu Community does not eat any meat during this festival. It is a sacred time for them and they fast from all meat consumption. Here are some traditional food which is made for Divali.
Appetizers/Finger FoodsPhoulorie (fried split pea powder and seasonings)
Sweets Khurma (fried sticks of flour, ginger, sugar and cinnamon)
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