From International Justice Mission <[email protected]>
Subject Join us in prayer for the life and legacy of Dorothy Acen
Date June 20, 2026 2:01 PM
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June 20, 2026


"Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. If one of you says to them, 'Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,' but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it? In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead."


&ndash; James 2:15-17

Africa & Europe
This month marks ten years since the life of Dorothy Acen, an IJM Uganda staff member, was taken in an act of intimate partner violence. Pray for her family, friends and colleagues, that God would comfort them and strengthen their resolve to protect vulnerable women and children in her memory. Pray that Dorothy’s story will encourage those facing violence to seek help and move justice actors to respond with wisdom and urgency.

South Asia
Please pray for a 39-year-old woman who was rescued this week from bonded labor thousands of miles from her home. She had been lured from an impoverished tribal community and forced to cook and clean in a wealthy family’s home. They had kept her isolated for over two years until her sister convinced authorities to intervene. Please pray for this dear woman’s recovery and pray for IJM staff as they work across states to seek accountability for her abuse.

Asia Pacific
Praise God for a meaningful gathering in Cambodia where survivor leaders bravely shared their experiences with provincial leaders. Their voices are helping inform and guide efforts to combat trafficking and forced labor. Give thanks for the strong support shown toward survivor-led solutions. Pray for continued unity and wisdom among leaders and survivors, and for these voices to bring protection, healing and safer futures for vulnerable communities.

Latin America
Praise God for the survivor leaders in El Salvador who bravely shared their wisdom during a recent advocacy workshop, helping others understand how women and children facing violence seek safety and justice. Their honest insights shaped a communication strategy that honors their lived experience and will guide community efforts throughout the year. Pray for continued protection, healing and strength for these survivors as their voices lead others toward hope and restoration.

IJM Global Office & Partners

The IJM global office is located in the United States. IJM has Partner Offices in Australia, Canada, Germany, Hong Kong, South Korea, Switzerland, Singapore, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.
Praise God for Juneteenth in the United States, a time when communities remember freedom, honor resilience and celebrate dignity. Thank Him for churches and families who gather in faith to reflect on the past and renew hope for the future. Ask God to heal lingering wounds, strengthen unity and guide leaders with wisdom toward justice and lasting restoration.






The updates we share on survivors or their cases can become sensitive over time. To respect and protect them, please refrain from posting these prayer requests online.











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