Scriptorium

Maintaining the Balance:The role of the “apex” or top predator in an ecosystem can not be underestimated. The depletion or removal of sharks is likely to destabilise marine ecosystems and effect prey species in ways that cannot currently be predicted … (full text Ecological Importance).

Homepage and latest Shark News;

Shark courses; Dive Map; Master Divers; Events; Projects;Join;Links;Address: Sharklife Conservation Group, Suite 212, Design Quarter – Business Centre, Nicol Grove Office Park, Leslie Road, Fourways, Johannesburg, 2055 South Africa;
Sharklife, Postnet Suite 1, Private Bag X75, Bryanston, Fourways, 2055 South Africa;
Contact.

Who we are: As a registered non-profit organisation, Sharklife addresses the alarming exploitation of both shark populations and ocean fisheries in South African waters. We actively engage the urgent need for research and protection of many marine species.  Continuer la lecture de « Sharklife Conservation Group »

in svenska, english and espanol

• In a world where people often react to conflict either by being passive or resorting to violence, we believe that there is a third way, the way of nonviolence.
• The Swedish Fellowship of Reconciliation has a long history of working for peace and reconciliation through active nonviolence.  We are a Christian, ecumenical member-based civil society organisation, founded in 1919. Our 2 500 members come from all denominations. SweFOR is the Swedish branch of the International Fellowship of Reconciliation, IFOR.
• We have a range of programs aimed at promoting a peace culture, in Sweden and the world: … (full text english Homepage).

Nonviolence; Disarmament; Inter-religious dialogue; Sudan; Middle East; Swedish Blog;
Address: Kristna Fredsrörelsen, Ekumeniska centret, Starrbäcksgatan 11, 172 99 Sundbyberg, Sweden;
Contact: telefon: 08-453 68 40, e-post.

International Peace Service: The overall goal of the International Peace Service program is to prevent armed conflict, decrease the level of violence and help create conditions for peace and peaceful conflict management in the countries where we work. Continuer la lecture de « Swedish Fellowship of Reconcilliation »

The intent of LCE is to provide a forum for sharing information about upcoming events which are committed to uncovering the various dimensions of social and enviromental justice … (about 1/2).

Homepage and calendar;
Add an event; Subscribe: see Homepage’s right column; Links; Donate;
Mailing Address: Left Coast Events, c/o VIPIRG, po box 3035 stn csc, Victoria BC, Coast Salish Territories, v8w 3p3, Canada;
Contact.

About 2/2: … Events might include workshops, teach ins, rallies, updates from grass roots or non-profit societies, music, art, film and other creative actions.  Continuer la lecture de « Left Coast Events LCE »

Africa Peace Forum APFO was established in 1994 as a Non Governmental Organization based in Nairobi, Kenya dedicated to working for Peace in the Horn of Africa and the Great Lakes Region. APFOs interest lies in the areas of Peace/Conflict Research, Advocacy on Peace and Security issues in the Horn of Africa and supporting community level Peace processes including those within states and cross border initiatives … (about 1/2).

Homepage;
Our people; Staff; Programmes; Achivements; Publications; Blog; News; Gallery; Downloads; Platform/(Map);
Address: APFO Offices, Jamhuri Crescent, off Kabarnet Road, Nairobi, Kenya;
Contacts.

About: … APFO was officially registered as a Non-Governmental Organization on 9th September 1999 under section 10 of Non Governmental Organizations Coordination Act of Kenya.  Continuer la lecture de « Africa Peace Forum APFO »

• Based here at the Quinnipiac University, the Albert Schweitzer Institute is a nonprofit organization that conducts US and international programs that link education, ethics and voluntarism.
• A dynamic presence at Quinnipiac University, the institute has drawn notable humanitarians both to campus and to its board. Here are just a few of its many successes. (full text Homepage).

Programs, conferences; Declaration; News; Photo Galleries; Commentary; Artwork; Links; Support;
Address: The Albert Schweitzer Institute, Quinnipiac University CL-SCH, 275 Mount Carmel Avenue, Hamden, CT 06518, USA;
Contact the Institute.

About Us: The Albert Schweitzer Institute was founded in 1984 as the Albert Schweitzer Memorial foundation and affiliated with Quinnipiac University in 2002. Continuer la lecture de « Albert Schweitzer Institute »

international firearm injury prevention and policy The international bulletin of firearm injury prevention since 1997, Gun Policy News provides daily global and regional bulletins of small arms policy, armed violence prevention and gun control news published in mass media. Feel free to display our news feeds on your Web site or blog … (about 1/2).

Homepage;
Regions: global impact; Latest news; Topics; Privacy;
Contact online.

About 2/2: … The international bulletin of firearm injury prevention since 1997, Gun Policy News provides daily global and regional bulletins of small arms policy, armed violence prevention and gun control news published in mass media.   Continuer la lecture de « Gun Policy.org »

Helping primary and secondary science teachers to teach inspirational science in the classroom is one of the key aims of Planet Science.
There’s no substitute for natural talent of course, but we want to do all we can to assist that teacher-talent by providing resources, ideas and downloadable materials that can all be put to use in creating enjoyable and memorable lessons … (Sci-Teach).

Homepage; Sitemap;
Next steps; Texts; Newsletter; Randomise; Parents;
Contact.

About: coming soon.

Out There: Whatever your interest in science you’ll find it OUT THERE! This is Planet Science’s very own back garden of science delights, where you’ll find activities, experiments and online adventures of all sorts and shapes. From inspirational inventors, and the microwave oven, to deepest space and the spooky science behind all things scooby dooby doooooo! So, what are you waiting for? Get out there: … (full long text out there /{many links})..

tolerance – liberty – happiness – Linked with Is Human Trafficking a Problem in Namibia.

NSHR envisages a world free of human rights violations and aims to stop human rights abuses in Namibia and the rest of the world.
1. Objectives: NSHR’s Aims and Objectives are:

• to secure due recognition and observance of all human rights and fundamental freedoms, especially those enshrined in the Namibian Constitution and as enumerated in the international human rights and humanitarian treaties and declarations adopted by the UN, its specialized agencies and similar international bodies
• to promote democracy, respect for the rule of law, justice for all and the independence of the judiciary
• to promote cultural, social and political tolerance for all
• to promote accessibility, responsiveness, accountability and transparency in public administration
• to promote representative political power based on active and informed public participation

2. Core Activities:… (full long text Mission and Vision).

Homepage;
Structures; Independence; HR reports; Shadow reports; News /press; News archive; Links;
Address: National Society for Human Rights, Liberty Center, 116 John Meinert Street, Windhoek-West, P. O. Box 23592, Windhoek, Republic of Namibia;
Contact.

About /NSHR profile – Preamble, Founding Statement:  Continuer la lecture de « Namibia’s National Society for Human Rights NSHR »

Welcoming Refugees to Bristol

Bristol Refugee Rights was set up as a voluntary organisation in 2005 to uphold and champion the human rights of asylum seekers and refugees. We provide a place of welcome in Bristol where asylum seekers and refugees can meet and be supported to play a full part in the life of the wider community and also campaign for the human rights of refugees and asylum seekers. Bristol Refugee Rights aims to deliver a ‘user-led’ service that addresses the practical, psychological and human rights needs of refugees and asylum seekers by: … (full text about).

Homepage;
News, events; Reports, publications; Petition; Hospitality Network; Links, Partners; Facts; Support;
Map; Address: Bristol Refugee Rights, (FAO A.Edgington), Assisi Centre, St Nicholas of Tolentino, Lawford’s Gate, Easton, BRISTOL, BS5 0RE, UK;
Contact.

Welcome centre: The centre – which opens on 2 days a week at Newton Hall, Easton, receives about 140 service users each week and now has more than 500 registered service users from 34 different countries. About two thirds of these are men and one third women. A large majority are under 30, 50 are children. Continuer la lecture de « Bristol Refugees Rights (UK) »

in 9 languages

WWOOF is a world wide network of organisations that allow volunteers to live and learn on organic properties. WWOOF brings together Hosts and volunteers (« WWOOFers ») helping each other to make a healthier world. WWOOF also promotes cultural understanding of the many diverse peoples and cultures around the world through the intercultural exchange that takes place while sharing in the daily life of others … (full long text english Homepage).

Mission; Media; News;
Contacts: links for regions/countries in left column.

History and Beginnings: WWOOF is an exchange network operating in many countries where accommodation, meals and learning are given in return for help to hosts. A WWOOF host invites people to come to their place to work usually about 4 to 6 hours a day in return for their daily food, boarding and the experience of sharing daily life with the people who live and work at the host. Stays of varying lengths are possible. Continuer la lecture de « World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms – WWOOF International »

promoting housing for help worldwide – also in french and spanish

• … Homesharing is a simple idea. A householder offers accommodation to a homesharer in exchange for an agreed level of support. The support needed may be help with the household tasks, or it may be financial support, or a combination of both. Homeshare is essentially an exchange that recognises that two people have needs and something to offer. This site will be of interest to: … (full long text Welcome).
• TO ALL HOMESHARE PROGRAMME CO-ORDINATORS, online.

Homepage;
Programmes worldwide; Latest News; Resources; Picture Library; FAQs;
Address: Homeshare International, 11 Divinity Road, Oxford, OX4 1LH, UK;
Contact.

About: Homeshare International was founded in London, UK, in 1999 to forge links between the programmes known to be running in eight countries and to stimulate the development of new programmes.  Continuer la lecture de « Homeshare International »

• Hooking up with locals to sleep in a boat in a canal in Amsterdam, have some beers in Australia, true Italian Pasta in Italy, Sushi in Japan or even at home? Sounds good?
• That is what Hospitality Exchange Networks have to offer. These Networks help to bring travelers in contact with locals. Thousands of people around the world will meet you, show you their city, have a typical meal together, help you with you travel plans and even let you stay for free.
• Bringing people from different cultures and social background together can reduce prejudices and intolerance by enhancing intercultural understanding. But above all, they will bring you fun, broaden your horizon and give you the chance to easily meet new interesting people everywhere … (full text Homepage).

Networks; Forum; News; Blogs; Imprint;
Contacts worldwide.

Wiki: The aim of hospitalityguide.net is to help people interested in hospitality exchange, either to use it for a long trip or just for a day trip, to find their way, by presenting the networks, tips and allowing people to discuss experiences.  Continuer la lecture de « Hospitality Guide.net »

also in french, spanish, german, italian

How does LGHEI function? An annual printed directory, available only to members, is published in March and an online directory is available year round. Members who wish to travel use the directory or the website to contact the members they would like to be received by. Members are expected to give their prospective hosts some advance notice before making their visit. Last minute requests for accommodation are not appreciated and can simply be denied. Members are expected to answer all requests for accommodation, whether in the affirmative or the negative. Members are expected to limit requests for hospitality to two nights. This protects hosts from being stuck with a guest with whom they are incompatible and protects the traveller from outright refusals of hospitality because of the hosts’ fear of that possibility. However, hosts are free to offer longer stays at their discretion – and many do after learning how interesting and pleasant their guests are. (About).

Homepage;
Registration online;
Representative Contact online.

Join LGHEI: What to expect? Members offer anything from a guest bedroom to a sofa, to a foam mattress for a sleeping bag. The rest is up to you. Continuer la lecture de « Lesbian and Gay Hospitality Exchange International LGHEI »

in many languages – Linked with Indigenous Wisdom Speaks.

• Slow Food is a non-profit, eco-gastronomic member-supported organization that was founded in 1989 to counteract fast food and fast life, the disappearance of local food traditions and people’s dwindling interest in the food they eat, where it comes from, how it tastes and how our food choices affect the rest of the world.
• To do that, Slow Food brings together pleasure and responsibility, and makes them inseparable.
• Today, we have over 100,000 members in 132 countries. (Homepage – click on english).

Who; Where; Events; Manifesto; Publications; Newsletter; Internat. statute; FAQs; Donation; Join;
Contact: the only link down of the Homepage is not working.

About /our Philo: We believe that everyone has a fundamental right to pleasure and consequently the responsibility to protect the heritage of food, tradition and culture that make this pleasure possible. Our movement is founded upon this concept of eco-gastronomy – a recognition of the strong connections between plate and planet.  Continuer la lecture de « Slow Food International »