Students In Action joined forces with Peace & Justice Club in becoming a voice for the voiceless by taking a vow of silence. Today is the 21st anniversary of the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Form Toronto to Mexico City, Bejing to Jakarta, New York City to Elizabeth, New Jersey, tens of thousands of people walked in solidarity with children who are being silenced by poverty and exploitation. There are over one billion children living in poverty, many of whom are suffering from hunger, child labor, discrimination and lack of education. Their rights are not being upheld. Their voices are not being heard.
After 8 hours of being silent, we gathered together to discuss our experiences. One freshmen student shared, "After today's vow of silence, it breaks my heart that young children go through this everyday. Today I felt ignored and left out, as if no one understood me."
e feel somber, not being able to express yourself. Even if you need help, you have no voice. It was as if you were being condemned. It was very difficult."
We are more determined than ever to take a stand and become a voice for the voiceless. Together we will make our world a better place.
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