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peacecorps: I came across this bridge that had locks in formed...

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 21:09:40 -0500

I came across this bridge that had locks in formed into the shape of a heart. I learned from the locals that when you fall in love you take your significant other to the bridge lock on a new lock and then throw the key into the river to signify never ending peace and love.

Peace Corps Youth Development Volunteer Tondraya Burton, Ukraine

peacecorps: Peace Corps Volunteer Roger Brubaker of Lancaster,...

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 21:09:33 -0500

peacecorps:

Peace Corps Volunteer Roger Brubaker of Lancaster, Pa., is working with his community in Thailand to prevent incidences of Dengue fever by promoting the use of homemade mosquito traps. To date, Brubaker has helped more than 900 community members build the mosquito “ovitraps” with common household products.

International Crisis Group: Indonesia: The Deadly Cost of Poor Policing

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 21:09:27 -0500

International Crisis Group: Indonesia: The Deadly Cost of Poor Policing:

crisisgroup:

Jakarta/Brussels | 16 Feb 2012

Despite years of investment in community policing, the Indonesian police remain deeply distrusted by the people they are supposed to serve.

Indonesia : The Deadly Cost of Poor Policing, the latest report from the International Crisis Group, says that the…

Race to Benefit Senegalese Girls' Education

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 21:09:21 -0500

Race to Benefit Senegalese Girls' Education:

peacecorps:

A West Michigan man says the empowerment of women in Senegal helps not only them, but benefits the environment as well.

Andrew Oberstadt became an ally to women in that West African nation when he helped organize Race for Education, a run that will raise money for girls’ education in Senegal’s Tambacounda region.

He and Geoff Burmiester, both of Holland, organized the event with fellow Peace Corps Volunteers.

Oberstadt didn’t intend to take up the cause when he first moved to Senegal via the Peace Corps in 2010. He was more focused on issues such as environmental protection.

What Oberstadt didn’t realize was how keeping women in school could positively affect the environment, he said.

If women earn degrees, they begin careers. When they begin careers, many postpone marriage and pregnancy. When they can plan and space their pregnancies, they have fewer children. Overpopulation — a major issue for the African continent — wreaks havoc on the environment, as the demand for resources increases.

“I am now convinced that women’s empowerment and family planning are some of the best causes we can support to make a positive change in the world,” Oberstadt said in an email.

Crisis is the national charity for single homeless people. We are dedicated to ending homelessness by delivering life-changing services and campaigning for change.

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 20:07:23 -0500

Crisis is the national charity for single homeless people. We are dedicated to ending homelessness by delivering life-changing services and campaigning for change.

"If one of your countrymen becomes poor and sells some of his property, his nearest relative is to..."

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 19:58:30 -0500

““If one of your countrymen becomes poor and sells some of his property, his nearest relative is to come and redeem what his countryman has sold… . If one of your countrymen becomes poor and is unable to support himself among you, help him as you would an alien or a temporary resident, so he can continue to live among you… . If one of your countrymen becomes poor among you and sells himself to you, do not make him work as a slave.””

- Leviticus 25:25, 35, 39

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wouldntitsbenice: Lend a helping hand

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wouldntitsbenice:

Lend a helping hand

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Why Support Locally Owned Businesses? | The New Rules Project

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 19:44:32 -0500

Why Support Locally Owned Businesses? | The New Rules Project

staff: Two days ago, you guys stepped up once again to show the...

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 19:37:49 -0500

staff:

Two days ago, you guys stepped up once again to show the world just how much we care about protecting the Internet. Together, we generated more than 140,000 calls to Senators, spent more than 4,200 hours on the phone with their staffers, and blacked out 650,000 of our blogs to make our point and inspire others to get involved. And what’s more, this was on top of the 90,000 calls we sent to members of the House of Representatives a month ago. Incredible.

It’s now becoming clear just how much impact our action is having. On January 18th, only 31 members of Congress opposed these bills. Just one day later, 101 members of Congress publicly stood with us in opposition. We are being heard.

And as of today, it looks like both the Senate PIPA and House SOPA bills have been shelved, for the moment. It seems pretty likely that the bills won’t pass as written—a big first win. We now hope that Internet companies, the creative community and the content industry join together to innovate and devise new partnerships to combat online piracy. We’re confident there are effective ways to do this without damaging the Internet or diminishing our freedoms.

You’ve made a big difference in keeping the Internet a safe and open place for creators. Thank you again.

"By Jeff Milchen “Each year brings more national chains displacing locally-owned businesses..."

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 19:33:47 -0500

“By Jeff Milchen
“Each year brings more national chains displacing locally-owned businesses throughout the country. We see clones replace unique establishments. People across the country are losing sense of community in their town, and consider this trend a symptom, but could it be a cause as well? Also, what are the impacts of this trend on our economic well-being?””

- http://reclaimdemocracy.org/independent_business/local_business_benefits.html

battenbmc: Occupy the holidays: gift local! Farmer’s markets...

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 19:29:24 -0500

battenbmc:

Occupy the holidays: gift local!

Farmer’s markets and crafts fairs are great places to find unique, beautiful, and delicious gifts, while supporting local businesses and rural economies.

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News from the Vine of Little Green Beans: Indie Business Spotlight: Give as You Get

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 19:14:58 -0500

News from the Vine of Little Green Beans: Indie Business Spotlight: Give as You Get:

lilgreenbeans:

by Elissa Fontenot and Sharon Munroe

While we at Little Green Beans like to “Go Local Full Time,” we realize that there are many commodities we need for our young children that we must purchase elsewhere. For convenience, many of us shop online for the basics our family needs. Why not turn…