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Leaders’ Quest is a social enterprise committed to being a catalyst for positive change by engaging, developing and inspiring leaders from all sectors of society who want to make a difference in their organisations, communities and the wider world … (about 1/2).

Homepage;
Who we are; Partners; Associates;
Quests; Open Quest Dates; Our Impact; Photo Gallery;
Address: Leader’s Quest, 3-5 Richmond Hill, Richmond-upon-Thames, Surrey, TW10 6RE, United Kingdom;
Contact.

About 2/2: … We exist to improve the quality of leadership in the world and the way in which leaders have impact. Core to our values is our drive to bridge divides – between sectors, nations, cultures and different perspectives. We want to enable people in positions of influence to stand in the shoes of others, to understand the impact of their decisions, to make wiser decisions and to build a better world.  Continuer la lecture de « Leader's Quest »

also in portugues

Linked with Amazonia, to die for – Offer R$ 1 million for your life.

Not even during the military dictatorship was there ever such a broad, explicit and unconditional promotion of land-grabbing as what was put forth in Provisional Measure 458, published by the federal government and now before the National Congress.  The PM in question – and the shameful report by Pará Congressman Asdrúbal Bentes that accompanies it – go beyond not only the limits of decency, but against land tenure rules published over the last 160 years, ever since the adoption of the land code … (Editorial 1/2 of 03/24/2009).

English Homepage;
Read all Editorials; News; Media (pictures, videos, maps);
Public policies; Legislation; Institutions; Environment; Science; Economy; Population; Travel;
Address: Amigos da Terra – Amazônia Brasileira, Rua Bento de Andrade, 85, ZIP-CODE: 04503-010, São Paulo – SP – Brasil;
Contact.

Editorial 2/2 of 03/24/2009: … The text formally legalizes land grabbing by extending benefits to those occupying public lands as well as those that ‘indirectly use’ them through ‘representatives’.  Worse yet, offering benefits to ‘indirect occupation, as exercised by solely through a tenant ».  This latter definition acknowledges the legality of land grabbing in law, because the occupant not only does not to directly be present but can also own several areas.  Continuer la lecture de « Amazonia.org.br »

Independent, aggressive and critical media are essential to an informed democracy. But mainstream media are increasingly cozy with the economic and political powers they should be watchdogging. Mergers in the news industry have accelerated, further limiting the spectrum of viewpoints that have access to mass media. With U.S. media outlets overwhelmingly owned by for-profit conglomerates and supported by corporate advertisers, independent journalism is compromised. Ultimately, FAIR believes that structural reform is needed to break up the dominant media conglomerates, establish independent public broadcasting, and promote strong, non-profit alternative sources of information … (What’s wrong with the news).

Homepage and recent posts;
FAIR publishes Extra, the weekly radio program CounterSpin, and Action Alerts;
Issues and archives; FAIR blog; Press Center;
Address: FAIR, 112 W. 27th Street, New York, NY 10001, USA;
Contact.

About /what is fair? FAIR, the national media watch group, has been offering well-documented criticism of media bias and censorship since 1986. Continuer la lecture de « Fairness & Accuracy in Reporting FAIR »

• Peace One Day Education aims to advance active learning in the areas of conflict resolution, global citizenship, human rights and the link between sustainability and peace, using Peace Day 21st September as a focus.
• Our goal is to provide resource materials to every school in the world, inspiring a generation to become the driving force behind the vision of a united and sustainable world … (about 1/2).

Homepage (with an explaning video, 1.12 min);
The special Peace day 21 september Homepage and its 1.47 min-video;
Free resources /registration; Our supporters; testimonials; your peace – get inspired;
Address: Peace One Day, Block D, The Old Truman Brewery, 91 Brick Lane, London, E1 6QL, UK;
Contact.

About 2/2, History:   Continuer la lecture de « Peace one day education »

(en espanol)

The Well Project, Inc A Not For Profit Corporation, is an initiative conceived, developed, and administered by HIV+ women and those who are affected by this disease. Our Founder, Dawn Averitt Bridge, was diagnosed with HIV in 1988. Our editorial team consists of several of the most prominent writers and editors on HIV disease and women. Our National Advisory Board reflects the population we serve with more than 60 percent women of color and more than 25 percent HIV+ women … (about 1/2).

Homepage and latest News;
Sitemap; The Basics:
Robin, Volunteer Support Group Facilitator;
Tonia, P.A. Providing Primary Care to Women with AIDS;
Lorraine, Peer Advocate for a Behavioral Health Center;
Discussion Groups; Partners; Women’s Center;
related articles; Living Well; Tools;
Treatment and Trials; Diseases and Conditions; Terms and Conditions;
Address: The Well Project, 112 Krog Street, NE, Suite 23, Atlanta, GA 30307, USA;
Contact.

About 2/2: … Our Mission and Promise:  Continuer la lecture de « the well project – living with HIV and AIDS »