Owen abroad – Owen's thoughts on development and beyond

Welcome to Owen’s website: I am development economist and former civil servant. This website is about my interests, which include reducing global poverty, running, cycling, computers, philosophy and current affairs. You might also be interested in my podcast about development, Development Drums, or my Running For Fitness website. (Homepage).

Blog; Writings; Ethiopia; Running; Cycling;
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Wellspring Institute for Neuroscience and Contemplative Wisdom

The Wellspring Institute for Neuroscience and Contemplative Wisdom is a nonprofit corporation with 501c3 (tax-exempt) status. Its mission is to offer skillful means for changing the brain to benefit the whole person – and all beings in a world too full of war. It draws on psychology, neurology, and the great contemplative traditions for tools that anyone can use in daily life for greater happiness, love, effectiveness, and wisdom … (the Wellspring Institute 1/2).

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Planetizen – Urban Planning, Design and Development Network

Planetizen is a public-interest information exchange provided by Urban Insight for the urban planning, design, and development community. It is a one-stop source for urban planning news, commentary, interviews, event coverage, book reviews, announcements, jobs, consultant listings, training, and more … (about 1/2).

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CIDSE – together for global justice

CIDSE is an international alliance of Catholic development agencies. Its 16 members from Europe and North America share a common strategy in their efforts to eradicate poverty and establish global justice.

We are inspired by our Christian faith. Our compassion is rooted in hope and love. The strength and resourcefulness of our members’ Southern partners and the communities they serve is the starting point for our analysis, which we do from the perspective of our option for the poor. We believe a better world can and must be achieved so that all can enjoy the fullness of life … (full text Mission and Values).

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Comité Catholique contre la Faim et pour le Développement CCFD

Terre Solidaire – 50 ans déjà, 20 ans seulement – in english /about, en espagnol /a proposito.