Camilla Belle, Emmitt Smith, Ashton and Demi…these are all big names in entertainment and they are commonly all united for one cause-to raise awareness and put an end to slavery. And on Tuesday October 13th, 2009 they had the perfect stage to do so when the 2009 Freedom Awards took place at the University of Southern California.
Other stars such as Carla Gugino Watchmen/Entourage, Maurice Greene and Quddus Philippe united onstage as Artists & Athletes Against Slavery demonstrating their commitment to act as ambassadors of freedom and also announce their support of “Free A Village in India” encouraging audience members and other poeple to get involved.
Camilla Belle attends the 2009 Freedom Awards. Photo Amy Graves/Getty Images
Even celebrities who could not attend, such as Russell Simmons and Rex Lee, still did their part to bring awareness to this issue affecting 27 million people. So how does Hollywood suggest that we over come this issue?
- Use your twitter for good causes. Promote artists, articles and the PSA below to educate people.
- Appreciate your rights and use them. In this country, we do have free speech and we can vote.
- Educate. Use the internet, do research, visit sites such as www.freetheslaves.net
We hope the number of enslaved people will start to decrease. Until then, we’ll keep spreading the message to try and stop slavery, even in 2009.
October 16th, 2009 at 11:25 am
Ashton and Demi look so in love. They are so cute together
October 16th, 2009 at 1:19 pm
what a noble cause, i live when celebrities use their influence to raise awareness
October 17th, 2009 at 9:36 am
who even knew there are still slaves?! very informative