The Truth Isn't Sexy, It's Delicious!

by Amanda Kloer · 2009-06-03 12:00:00 UTC
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I've been involved in a number of human trafficking fund-and-awareness raisers in my time, and my favorites by far are the ones that involve cupcakes.  That's one of the reasons I want to go to Cupcakes in Vancouver, BC this month and feast upon their Sparkle of Hope cupcake, a fundraiser for the Salvation Army's campaingn against human trafficking.  What a delicious way to do some good!

The staff at all Cupcakes locations will be wearing t-shirts which read "The truth isn't sexy" as a way to help educate customers about the reality of human trafficking in their area.  Both the t-shirts and the special edition "Sparkle of Hope" cupcake are for sale, with 100% of the proceeds going to the Salvation Army.  That's a bold move to be willing to share such a serious and important message via something so sugary and nostalgic as a cupcake.  

Now for those who think like me, here's the important part: the Sparkle of Hope cupcake is vanilla confetti cake with purple butter cream icing, topped with a fondant crown.  Yum!

This fund-and-awareness raiser is an awesome example of how a people who are committed to freedom can use what they know (cupcakes) to make a difference in the lives of trafficked people around the world and bring an end to human trafficking.  You don't need to be an expert on the issue to make a difference.  But if you live in the Vancouver area, you do need to go buy one of those delicious Sparkle of Hope cupcakes and taste some freedom.  And why not pick up a couple more for friends?  Afterall, freedom, like desserts, should be shared.

 Image from cupcakestakesthecake.blogspot.com

Amanda Kloer is a Change.org Editor and has been a full-time abolitionist in several capacities for seven years. Follow her on Twitter @endhumantraffic
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