WHOM SHALL I
SERVE?
"The biggest disease today is not leprosy or tuberculosis, but rather the feeling of being unwanted, uncared for and deserted by everybody" -- Mother Teresa
Those who lack the minimum level of sustenance to healthfully maintain their bodies.
Those who lack permanent shelter.
Those lacking access to basic health care, or are suffering with injury, infection, or disease that may lead to suffering and/or premature death.
Victims of all forms of violence including domestic abuse, molestation, rape, aggravated assault, torture, human trafficking, war, and genocide.
Victims of all forms of injustice including government corruption, discrimination, denial of civil and political rights, persecution, wrongful imprisonment, and enslavement.
Those who cannot read/write, or who struggle to receive a basic level of education.
Those who are experiencing extreme psychological pain and suffering (e.g., distress, sorrow, isolation, loneliness, despair, hopelessness).
Due to socio-cultural factors that often favor males, women are more likely to experience discrimination, physical/sexual abuse, and barriers to education, occupational opportunities, and political participation.
Individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities are more likely to experience discrimination, difficulties finding employment, and may require environmental modifications to create fair opportunities and achieve an equitable standard of living.
Sexual minorities (LGBTQ individuals) are more likely to experience discrimination, denial of rights, hate-based crimes, and may have to conceal their sexual/gender orientation for fear of ostracization, or societally sanctioned punishment.
Due to their dependence on others and lack of control over their environment, children are particularly vulnerable to experiencing, neglect, exploitation, and abuse.
Ethnic minorities around the world are more likely to experience discrimination, scapegoating, and violence simply based on their appearance or cultural practices. They are also more likely to experience poverty and its sequelae.
Immigrants / refugees are more susceptible to discrimination due to their uniqueness and perceived drain on societal resources. Immigrants can often face challenges such as family separation, learning a new language, accessing job opportunities, housing, transportation, social services, and social support.
Older individuals are more likely to face health/physical challenges, neglect, discrimination, financial difficulties, and be targets of abuse or exploitation.
Religious minorities around the world are more likely to experience discrimination, hate-based crimes, and may have to conceal their religious beliefs or practice their religion in fear.
Prisoners face challenges such as abasement, physical and sexual assaults, gang violence, and in some cases, inhumane conditions (inadequate food, water, medical care). Because of their status, their ability to change any of these conditions is compromised.
Those deprived of basic human needs
The marginalized or vulnerable
Your family, friends, neighbors, coworkers
