The Money Masters

THE MONEY MASTERS is a 3 1/2 hour non-fiction, historical documentary that traces the origins of the political power structure. The modern political power structure has its roots in the hidden manipulation and accumulation of gold and other forms of money. The development of fractional reserve banking practices in the 17th century brought to a cunning  sophistication the secret techniques initially used by goldsmiths fraudulently to accumulate wealth … (full long text about).

Homepage;
Principles; Reform Act; Interview Requests; Secret of Oz; Glossary; END THE FED; FAQs; 5 Bank Wars; Links; Order;
Address: The Money Masters, c/o Royalty Production Company, P.O. Box 67, Manitou Springs, CO 80829-0067, USA
Contact.

The Two Step Plan to National Economic Reform and Recovery:

  • Step 1: Directs the Treasury Department to issue U.S. Notes (like Lincoln’s Greenbacks; can also be in electronic deposit format) to pay off the National debt.
  • Step 2: Increases the reserve ratio private banks are required to maintain from 10% to 100%, thereby terminating their ability to create money, while simultaneously absorbing the funds created to retire the national debt.  Continuer la lecture de « The Money Masters »

Center on Budget and Policy Priorities CNPP

Linked on our blogs with Graph of the week: number of Americans receiving food stamps.

  • The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities is one of the nation’s premier policy organizations working at the federal and state levels on fiscal policy and public programs that affect low- and moderate-income families and individuals.
  • The Center conducts research and analysis to help shape public debates over proposed budget and tax policies and to help ensure that policymakers consider the needs of low-income families and individuals in these debates.  We also develop policy options to alleviate poverty … (about 1/2).

Homepage;
Policy Basics; Experts; Press; Blog off the charts; Blog Archive; Jobs; Donate;
3 of many Researche-Topics: Child Nutrition and WIC, Food Stamps; Food Assistance;
Address: Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, 820 First Street, NE, Suite 510, Washington, DC 20002, USA;
Contact.

About 2/2: … In addition, the Center examines the short- and long-term impacts of proposed policies on the health of the economy and the soundness of federal and state budgets.   Continuer la lecture de « Center on Budget and Policy Priorities CNPP »

FAMILIES IN GLOBAL TRANSITION FIGT

  • Families in Global Transition (FIGT) continues to gain momentum as we move toward enhancing our mission of bringing together those involved with the unique world of global transition.
  • FIGT is the only US-based conference where representatives of the corporate, diplomatic, academic, military and mission sectors come to share cross-cultural coping strategies. This unique forum allows everyone to recognize the universal challenges of relocation and strategize on new methods and research … (full text FIGT Difference).
  • FIGT Swiss chapter Co-Chairs: Anne-Claude Lambelet and Michèle Lewis O’Donnell.
  • Brochure.

Homepage and Opening of Swiss Chapter;
Resources; Associates Center; Chapters; Events; Brochure; Volunteers; Links;
Address: Families in Global Transition, PO Box 3363, Warrenton, Virginia, 20188, USA;
Contact.

History: In late 1997 four women from the newly formulated Association of International Women in Indianapolis were gathered around Ruth Van Reken’s kitchen table for coffee to discuss what they could do to help families such as their own deal with the adjustment issues of international relocations. Continuer la lecture de « FAMILIES IN GLOBAL TRANSITION FIGT »

Terre des Femmes.de

Originally in german: Menschenrechte für die Frau e.V.

  • TERRE DES FEMMES is a non-profit human rights organisation based in Germany that supports girls and women through raising public awareness, international networking, campaigning, individual personal assistance and the promotion of self-help projects abroad.
  • TERRE DES FEMMES works to ensure that women and girls around the world are able to lead self-determined lives as well as enjoying equal and inalienable rights. (english Homepage).

Our Work; Our Brochure; Activities; Flag Day; Network; Support;
Address: TERRE DES FEMMES, Main Office, P.O. Box 25 65, D-72015 Tübingen, Germany;
Contact.

History – Today: Our History: In 1981, a group of concerned women were inspired to act after reading a disturbing article in Brigitte magazine about the horrible fate of women in the Middle East. Continuer la lecture de « Terre des Femmes.de »

Center for Ethics in Science and Technology

  • OUR MISSION: The Ethics Center brings the public and scientists together to explore how science can best serve society. Through forums, projects, and resources, the Center gives all stakeholders an opportunity to share perspectives on the ethical implications of new developments in science and technology.
  • OUR TARGET AUDIENCE: The Ethics Center welcomes anyone who is open to learning new ideas and listening to viewpoints different from their own. Our primary audiences are: (1) members of the public interested in the ethical implications of science and technology and (2) science and technology innovators who are eager to connect with the public. (About /Mission Statement).

Homepage;
Projects; Events; News; Newsletters; Leadership Council; Get involved;
Address: The Center for Ethics in Science & Technology, Research Ethics Program, UC San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, Mail code 0612, La Jolla, CA 92093-0612, USA;
Contact.

About /History: The Center for Ethics in Science & Technology was founded in 2003 by Michael Kalichman, UC San Diego, with initial support from Peter Ellsworth of the Legler Benbough Foundation.   Continuer la lecture de « Center for Ethics in Science and Technology »

Global Health Council

an update of our small presentation in September 23, 2006.  Linked with Nils Daulaire, USA.

Who we are: The Global Health Council is the world’s largest membership alliance dedicated to saving lives by improving health throughout the world.
Our diverse membership is comprised of health-care professionals and organizations that include NGOs, foundations, corporations, government agencies and academic institutions that work to ensure global health for all … (full text who we are).

Homepage;
Key Issues; Resources; Members; Take Action; Press; Publications; Career Network; Donate;
Address: Global Health Council, 1111 19th Street, NW – Suite 1120, Washington, D.C. 20036, USA;
Contact.

What we do: The Global Health Council works to ensure that all who strive for improvement and equity in global health have the information and resources they need to succeed.  Continuer la lecture de « Global Health Council »

La Palabre

The aim of the association is to defend the human rights of women and children, and to contribute to their development in the society. La Palabre prioritises education and training, and opposes every form of injustice, violence and racism. The association fight against all harmful traditional pratices, affecting the health of women and children, in particular female genital mutilation, child marriages, forces marriages and honour related violence.

This website has one URL for the Frontpage,

and three URLs for presentations in english, in french (under construction) and in netherlands, respectively their internal sites as: Mission, Projects, Members, Links, Contact – with an Address in Belgium and one Senegal.

Mission – Aims: The aim of the association is to contribute to the educational, social and economic development of women and children in Africa, to a better respect of their human rights and to enhance their health.  Continuer la lecture de « La Palabre »

J.W. McConnell Family Foundation

La Fondagtion de la Famille J.W. McConnell

  • Vision: Our vision at the J.W. McConnell Family Foundation is a Canada where all people feel a sense of belonging and contribute as active citizens to improving the well-being of all.
  • Mission: The Foundation is a private family foundation funding programs to foster a more innovative, inclusive, sustainable, and resilient Canada … (about 1/2 Vision, Mission).

english Homepage; Sitemap;
Social Finance; Sustainable Food Systems; Programs; Granting; Resources; News; Newsletter;
Address: The J.W. McConnell Family Foundation, 1002 Sherbrooke W., Suite 1800, Montreal, Québec H3A 3L6, Canada;
Contact.

About 2/2 the Foundation: … Established in 1937 by John Wilson McConnell (1877-1963), The J.W. McConnell Foundation grew out of Mr. McConnell’s deep commitment to the public good and his lifelong involvement with charitable work in Canada.   Continuer la lecture de « J.W. McConnell Family Foundation »

Inter-Cultural Youth Exchange ICYE UK

exciting global voluntary placements with a difference

  • ICYE UK promotes wider life experiences, personal development and greater intercultural awareness through the provision of supported voluntary placements in a range of social , educational and environmental projects, that directly benefit local communities in Europe, Latin America, Asia and Africa.
  • Operating within an international network of locally managed ICYE organizations , ICYE UK encourages inter cultural understanding and cooperation through the exchange of people and ideas … (full text Mission /Values).

Homepage;
Projects; Programmes; Countries; Membership; Our Volunteers; Ethical; Management; Info.Days;
Address: ICYE UK, Latin America House, Kingsgate Place, London, NW6 4TA, UK;
Contact.

Why we’re different: ICYE works differently to many Gap Year organisations and some of these reasons are listed below.  Continuer la lecture de « Inter-Cultural Youth Exchange ICYE UK »

Vluchtelingen Organisaties Nederland VON

  • Vluchtelingen-Organisaties Nederland (VON) is de spreekbuis van vluchtelingen in Nederland. Een landelijke koepelorganisatie met in Nederland ruim 400 vluchtelingenorganisaties die hun krachten in VON hebben gebundeld. Wij behartigen de belangen van hen die wegens gegronde vrees voor vervolging hun eigen land moesten verlaten en naar Nederland zijn gevlucht om hier veiligheid en bescherming te vinden. Vanuit internationale verdragen heeft Nederland de plicht dit hen te bieden.
  • Voorvechter: … (full text Volwaardige participatie voor vluchtelingen).

Home;
Changemakers; Beleid; Eergerelateerd geweld EGG; FGM; LOM-partners; Agenda; Publicaties; In Beeld;
Address: Vluchtelingen-Organisaties Nederland, Sumatrakade 1003-1005, 1019 RD Amsterdam, The Netherlands;
Contact.

Wat doen we? Als koepelorganisatie is het onze missie om de belangen van vluchtelingen in Nederland te behartigen.  Continuer la lecture de « Vluchtelingen Organisaties Nederland VON »

International Coalition for (medicine) Drug Awareness

a group of physiciansm researchers, journalists and concerned citizens, dedicated to educating about the dangers posed by many Rx medicines

  • … Every year approximately 200,000 die from prescription drug reactions. Another 80,000 die from medical malpractice. 41,000 die in auto accidents.
  • Billions of dollars go into illegal drug issues in this country every year even though far more are dying from legal drugs. Everyone is asking, “Where is the FDA?” Busy approving another new drug? And how many more will die from that one? … (Mission 1/2).
  • Sign our Petition: Abolish Suicide-Causing Anti-Depressants.
  • WARNING: Withdrawal can often be more dangerous than continuing on a medication. Please read this before discontinuing or changing any prescription abruptly.

Homepage; Continuer la lecture de « International Coalition for (medicine) Drug Awareness »

Global Facilitation Network for Security Sector Reform GFN-SSR

  • The Global Facilitation Network for Security Sector Reform (GFN-SSR) works to promote a better understanding of security and justice sector reform through the provision of information, advice and expertise to practitioners, academics and policymakers throughout the world (full text Homepage).
  • Gov’s Department for International Development DFID.
  • University of Birmingham.

Homepage;
Background; Beginner’s Guide; Topics and Regionals; Docs-Library; Publications; Organisations; Org’s Pamphlet in pdf;
Address: GFN-SSR, International Development Department, University of Birmingham, B15 2TT, UK;
Contact.
What is Security Sector Reform SSR: Security is a core aspect of the vulnerability of the poor. Security sector reform aims to develop a secure environment based on development, rule of law, good governance and local ownership of security actors. GFN-SSR promotes these objectives by working with local actors through networks, capacity building and information sharing.  Continuer la lecture de « Global Facilitation Network for Security Sector Reform GFN-SSR »

Centre for Security Sector Management CSSM

at Cranfield University, Shrivenham UK

Our Mission is to promote the development and effective management of security sectors for enhanced peace and security.

Homepage and latest;
Core Activities: Education, Research, Policy Development (coming), Knowledge Management;
Library; News; Resources; Journal of SSR; Newsletter; CSSM-Team; Regions;
Address: Centre for Security Sector Management, Wellington Hall, Cranfield University, Shrivenham, SN6 8LA, UK;
Contact: Tel: +44(0)1793 785286, Fax: +44(0)1793 785771.

Stabilisation Programme: Team Leader: Dr. Stephanie Blair – The Stabilisation Programme at the Centre for Security Sector Management (CSSM) is dedicated to practical and empirically-based research that supports the wider stabilisation community. The purpose of the stabilisation programme is to make the link between practice and theory, and training and education for the full spectrum of actors that are involved in peace and stability programmes. Continuer la lecture de « Centre for Security Sector Management CSSM »

Mindsight Institute

Mindsight, a term coined by Daniel J. Siegel, M.D. (The Developing Mind, 1999), is the capacity for insight and empathy. It is the ability of the human mind to see itself: to know one’s own mind and to be able to perceive the minds of others. Mindsight can be developed within our interpersonal relationships and our internal reflective practices … (about 1/2).

Welcome Page;
Books-audios-videos; Courses; Team; Dr. Dan Siegel; FAQs;
Address: Mindsight Institute, 11980 San Vicente Blvd., Suite 809, Los Angeles, CA 90049, USA;
Contacts.

About 2/2: … For a diverse audience from professionals to parents, policy-makers to the general public, Dan Siegel and the Mindsight Institute offer a scientifically-based way of understanding human development that can promote mindsight and compassion in our personal lives, our relationships, and our communities.  Continuer la lecture de « Mindsight Institute »

Ethics Updates

dedicated to promoting the thoughtful discussion of difficult moral issues

Ethics Updates was founded in 1994 by Lawrence M. Hinman, a professor of philosophy at the University of San Diego. Originally, it was intended to update the bibliographical essays in two of his books, Ethics: A Pluralistic Approach to Moral Theory and Contemporary Moral Issues. The site still reflects its origins: the structure of the two principal components of the site reflects the tables of contents of those two books. A more detailed description of the development of the site can be found in « The Virtual Seminar Room, » which was published in Teaching Philosophy in 1997 … (about 1/2).

Homepage;
Theories: Anti-Theory, Rights, Gender, Justice; Applied: Abortion; Euthanasia, Poverty/Welfare, World Hunger;
Resources: Classic Texts; Partner: Center for Ethics …;
Address: Dr. Lawrence M. Hinman, Director, The Values Institute, University of San Diego, 5998 Alcala Park, San Diego, CA 92110-2492, USA;
Contact: Voice: 619-260-4787, Fax: 619-260-5950, E-mail.

About Ethics Updates and its related websites 2/2: … As the site developed, a number of new features were added. An on-line library of classic texts in ethics provides the basis of the Reference Library.   Continuer la lecture de « Ethics Updates »