A resolution passed by the 1996 General Conference, the denomination's highest legislative assembly, appears to agree.
Ongoing inspections monitor compliance.
The date was the first anniversary of the death of Iqbal Masih, who was enslaved in Pakistan's carpet industry at the age of four and worked in bondage until he was 10. Once freed, he worked against child servitude, winning international acclaim. He was shot to death at the age of 12 while riding his bicycle. In addition to contributing financial support to the campaign, the rug will be used to help raise consumer awareness, Braun said. Some weeks after the postcard campaign, a survey will be conducted to determine where the carpets are being sold, and the resulting data base will be helpful to consumers, she added.