Urgent Action: Children’s Lives at Stake

For over 25 years, Sr. Julia Mulvihill has dedicated her life to caring for HIV+ children in Kenya—offering them hope, medical care, and a future. But now, with USAID funding being cut, these vulnerable children face an unthinkable fate. Without access to life-saving treatment, many may not survive.

We cannot let this happen. These are real children, real lives, and real futures hanging in the balance. The American people have the power to make a difference. We must act NOW.

Read more about this crisis in CNN’s latest report: https://www.cnn.com/…/us-aid-freeze-hiv…/index.html.

Then, take action today by urging Congress to restore USAID funding: https://www.refugeesinternational.org/…/tell-your…/.

Every voice matters—every second counts. Let’s stand together and save lives.

Legal Aid Cut for Unaccompanied Children: Urgent Action Needed

We realize many things are happening that need our attention!  Please know your action is needed and very much appreciated! The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has ordered an end to government-funded legal services for unaccompanied migrant children—some as young as toddlers. This decision leaves children vulnerable to human trafficking, abuse, and wrongful deportation to dangerous conditions.

Legal representation is not just a service; it is a critical safeguard. Without it, children navigating the immigration system alone are at even greater risk of exploitation. The Alliance to End Human Trafficking stands with legal service providers and advocates who work tirelessly to protect these children’s rights. We urge you to act by contacting your representatives and senators. Ask them to call on Secretary Kennedy to reinstate these protections and services immediately. Every voice matters. Let’s ensure no child is left without the legal support they deserve. Click here to take action: https://shorturl.at/2CmlJ.

24 Hour Economic Boycott

TAKE ACTION—BOYCOTT, in response to DEI rollbacks. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives were created by federal agencies and many companies to promote fair treatment and full participation of all individuals. This includes those from historically underrepresented or marginalized groups, such as women, people of color, and people with disabilities. The purpose was to create a diverse and inclusive workforce, which is in keeping with the ideals of the United States. Now, however, President Trump has directed all federal agencies to place DEI staff on paid administrative leave and dismantle their departments. It further mandated that all DEI initiatives, contracts, and websites be removed. Many companies that have their own DEI policies are also rolling them back or doing away with them altogether. Many people are facing backlash by investors because of their policy change.

If you disagree with the roll acks and doing away with the DEI policies, please consider joining this nationwide boycott.

WHEN:
Friday, February 28 (12 A.M. to 11:59 P.M.)
(A full 24-hours)

HOW:   

• Do not make any purchases. Do not shop online or in-store.
• No Amazon, No Walmart, No Best Buy, No McDonalds, nowhere!
• Do not spend money on fast food or gas.
• Do not use your credit or debit cards for non-essential spending.
• Only buy essentials that are absolutely necessary (food, medicine, emergency supplies).
• If you must spend, ONLY support small, local businesses.
• Plan ahead, so you can participate.
• SPREAD THE MESSAGE.

WHY THIS MATTERS!

• Boycotts send a powerful message.
• Boycotts have worked in the past.
• Boycotts raise our own consciousness.

Act Now: Protect the Persecuted

For over 40 years, the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) has provided safety for those fleeing persecution based on race, religion, nationality, social group, or political opinion. The Catholic Church has long supported this mission, serving refugees well before USRAP’s creation. However, today, no refugees are being resettled due to an executive order signed on January 20 that indefinitely suspends refugee admissions—leaving thousands in limbo.

This suspension affects many persecuted Christians, as well as Afghans who risked their lives to assist U.S. forces. These individuals have already undergone extensive security screenings and were fully approved for resettlement. Now, their futures are uncertain.

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has condemned this action, with Bishop Mark Seitz stating: “Indefinitely halting refugee resettlement is unmerited, as it is already proven to be one of the most secure legal pathways to the United States.”

Additionally, the State Department has issued suspension notices to resettlement agencies, disrupting vital support services like housing assistance, employment help, and language classes—threatening the self-sufficiency of those already here.

Congress must act! The U.S. has a moral responsibility to protect those fleeing persecution and those who aided our country.

Take action now: Send a message to Congress to Support Refugee Resettlement to Protect the Persecuted. Click here to act!