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George Clooney’s Antigenocide Paparazzi: Introducing Speaker Jonathan Hutson to Suits and Spooks 2 Conference
Suits and Spooks 2 anti-conference: Shaping a Revolution in Security Affairs is pleased to announce that Jonathan Hutson, Director of Communications of the Enough/Satellite Sentinel Project will be one of the key speakers at the upcoming conference at the Waterview Conference Center on February 8, 2012. - December 07, 2011 - Taia Global Inc.
Tea Party Patriots and Conservatives Protest Senator John McCain's National Defense Authorization Act in His Home Turf, Tucson, Arizona
Conservatives protest the newly passed National Defense Authorization Act which allows for any US citizen to be held by U.S. military forces for an indefinite period of time with no Constitutional due process. - December 02, 2011 - Jeff Bales
Kammok Forms Strategic Partnership with the Organization Malaria No More
Kammok Enters the Fight to End Malaria in Africa Through Product Sales and a Partnership with Malaria No More - November 30, 2011 - Kammok International
Alice Herz-Sommer, the Renowned Czech pianist and the Oldest Known Survivor of the Holocaust and the Theresienstadt Concentration Camp, Celebrates Her 108th Birthday
Alice Herz-Sommer, the renowned Czech pianist and the oldest known survivor of the Holocaust and the Theresienstadt (Terezin) concentration camp, celebrates her 108th birthday this weekend. To honour her extra-ordinary life, Web of Stories is proud to present a wonderful video archive of Alice Herz-Sommer's first-hand experiences at Theresienstadt and how music helped her survive. The video stories are available free of charge for everyone to view at http://webofstories.com. - November 25, 2011 - Web of Stories Ltd
Egyptian Expatriates Condemn the Use of Violence Against Egyptian Civilians
In light of the saddening turn of events that have taken place in Egypt over the past few days, the undersigned, Egyptian Expatriates, strongly condemn the use of force to silence the voices of the people of Egypt. The recent turn of violent events in Egypt is the consequence of the growing public... - November 23, 2011 - American Egyptian Strategic Alliance
Author, Carl A. Benson, Sr. Releases New Book to Get Races Talking the Truth to Each Other Again
Author and lecturer, Carl A. Benson, Sr. is pleased to announce his book, What Your Black Friends Don't Tell You. His purpose in writing this book is to get races talking the truth to each other again. - November 12, 2011 - Author, Carl A. Benson, Sr.
HIV Positive in the U.S. Military
OutMilitary.com, a social network for LGBT service members and their supporters, is proud to release a series of interviews from their members who served under Don't Ask Don't Tell. The second interview, from an HIV positive U.S. Navy E-4, Daniel Ianniello, spoke with OutMilitary.com about his career, gay Pride, and being diagnosed HIV positive. - November 11, 2011 - OutMilitary.com
Introducing NewsParticipation.com, the Voice of the Citizen
Exclusive Video Footage of Occupy Boston on NewsParticipation.com The footage is made up of interviews with occupiers telling their personal reasons for joining the protests and a Close-up view of... - November 09, 2011 - NewsParticipation.com
Tennessee Human Rights Day Celebration Set for December 7
Human rights must be more than a dream. - November 05, 2011 - United for Human Rights
LadyBroadway Martina Sykes Lends Her Voice to Occupy Wall Street
UF graduate LadyBroadway Martina Sykes and friends joins Occupy Wall Street movement. - October 31, 2011 - Lady Broadway
Sales of New Fragrance Cali Blue to Help Build Fresh Water Wells in India and Africa
A percentage of revenue generated from sales of new fragrance, Cali Blue, to be donated directly toward building fresh water wells in impoverished villages throughout India and Africa. - October 27, 2011 - AromaEarth
Stop the Traffic in Humans by the Network for Peace
Network for Peace honors Media 4 Humanity and their founder, former TV reporter Melanie Siben, for their work to eradicate child trafficking in the United States. Media 4 Humanity attracts student interns from all over the country. More than 250 undergraduate and graduate students have undergone a rigorous internship program that prepares them to be leaders in the fight against modern-day slavery. Event details: October 26th at 6:30-9PM at Marymount School, Fifth Av at 84 St in NY. - October 26, 2011 - Network for Peace
Nobel Peace Prize Concert Launches New Website
The Norwegian Nobel Institute has launched a new website (nobelpeaceprizeconcert.no) for the Nobel Peace Prize Concert. The website is the official place for media, sponsors and the general public to find the latest news on hosts and artists, Concert history, past performers, and how to buy tickets. In addition, the new site offers videos and photos of participating hosts and artists from current and past Concerts. - October 20, 2011 - UP There Everywhere
The AWARE/OWARE Project: African Art Collectives Adapt Ancient Game to Promote Female Empowerment
The AWARE/OWARE Project: Six South African art collectives adapt an ancient game to promote female empowerment. - October 19, 2011 - Art Works for Change
Occupy Resistance Network to Unify the Occupy Wall Street Movement
Occupy Resistance Network launches a social network for Occupy supporters in the fight against financial greed and corporate corruption. - October 15, 2011 - OccupyR
Egyptian Expatriates Condemn the Handling of the Maspero Demonstration on October 9th and Call for an Immediate Investigation and Swift Punishment for Those Involved
We, the Egyptian Expatriates, condemn the government handlings of the Maspero demonstration on October 9th. There must be an immediate investigation where the responsible parties are held accountable and convicted. It is our resolve to help Egypt remain on the path of progressive development as the center of peace and tolerance in the region. - October 12, 2011 - American Egyptian Strategic Alliance
NappyMuseTV Says Human Trafficking is Happening Right Here in America, and Not Just in Cambodia, Africa, and Russia
NappyMuseTV, Brooklyn, New York’s leading Human Rights WebTV Network, today announced human trafficking in not only taking place in Cambodia, parts of Africa, and Russia, but right here in the United States of America. - October 09, 2011 - NappyMuseTV
Family Drama Novel "Comes Out" on National Coming Out Day
"Well With My Soul" (ISBN: 978-0-9836049-07) is Gregory G. Allen’s debut novel. This story of two brothers attempting to find peace in their complicated individual lives over a fifteen year period will be released by ASD Publishing on October 11, 2011. - October 08, 2011 - ASD Publishing
Planning Underway for Tennessee’s Human Rights Day Celebration
The planning for Tennessee’s Human Rights Day celebration has begun. - October 08, 2011 - United for Human Rights
HelpersUnite.com, World’s First Crowdfunding Site to Tie Artistic Projects and Business Ventures to Charitable Giving, Chooses Wells Bring Hope as a Featured Cause
HelpersUnite.com, new crowdfunding site that ties together artistic or business projects with charitable giving highlights Wells Bring Hope as a featured Cause at launch. Wells Bring Hope is dedicated to raising awareness and funds to drill for clean water wells in Africa. - September 26, 2011 - Crowdnetic
Arab Non-Violence Society Observed International Day of Peace
Foreign Affairs Advisor of the Arab Non-Violence Society Dr. Naseer Homoud’s message on International Day of Peace. He urged people to celebrate International Day of Peace with great enthusiasm and passion. - September 22, 2011 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
OutMilitary.com – a Social Network for LGBT Service Members – Official Statement in Regards to the Historic Repeal of DADT
OutMilitary.com official statement to the media in regards to to the historic repeal of DADT on September 20, 2011. - September 19, 2011 - OutMilitary.com
The Atlanta NAACP Jondelle Johnson Freedom Fund Dinner Honors Ron Clark
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Atlanta Branch will host the 2011 Jondelle Johnson Freedom Fund Dinner Saturday, September 17, 2011. This event will honor educator Ron Clark, activist Elisabeth Omilami, and NBA player as well as community advocate Dwight Howard, who are all actively involved in the community. Special musical performance by Kandi, Grammy Award Winner and Atlanta Housewife. - August 25, 2011 - NAACP Atlanta Branch
PatriotsforIsrael.com is Hosting Local Upstate N.Y. Grassroots Viewing Parties for the International Restoring Courage Event Being Held in Israel on Aug 24-25th
According to Mercury Radio Arts more than 100 countries will be represented at the International Restoring Courage event in Jerusalem the week of Aug. 22. They have announced that over 1000 Viewing Parties in the USA are slated to gather Americans together to Stand for Israel. Patriots for Israel www.PatriotsforIsrael.com will host two such parties in Upstate New York on Wed. 8/24 and Thurs. 8/25. - August 16, 2011 - Patriots for Israel
rainbowweddingclergy to Perform Gay Weddings on Fire Island New York
Rev Alison Caiola of www.rainbowweddingclergy, top wedding officiant for NY Gay Weddings helps the marital tide come in for Fire island. - August 13, 2011 - rainbowweddingclergy.com
Statement from Alaina Giordano Regarding Latest Developments in Custody Case
Alaina Giordano, the Durham mom fighting both Stage 4 breast cancer and to maintain custody of her two children, comments on the latest developments in her case. - August 13, 2011 - Alaina Giordano
PeaceTrees Vietnam Co-Founder to be Honored
Jerilyn Brusseau is one of four recipients of the Seattle Storm’s annual Women of Inspiration Award. - July 30, 2011 - PeaceTrees Vietnam
In a Letter Released Today to President Obama and Congress, Nonviolent Peaceforce Urges Using Civilian Peacekeepers as a Cost-Effective Alternative to Global Violence
In a letter released today to President Obama and Congressional budget negotiators, the international non-profit organization Nonviolent Peaceforce urged them to look at a new way of responding to global violence and conflict that would entail great savings. According to Mel Duncan, co-founder of Nonviolent Peaceforce and the letter's author, "In some conflict situations around the world, it makes sound strategic sense to use unarmed international civilian peacekeepers to protect civilians." - July 27, 2011 - Nonviolent Peaceforce
Free Wedding Ceremony for Couples in NYC on Sunday July 24th at Washington Square Park
Couples can get married for free at Washington Square Park on Sunday, July 24, 2011 by Mary C. Pugh, wedding officiant. - July 24, 2011 - Mary C. Pugh CT Justice of the Peace
OutMilitary.com – A Social Network for LGBT Service Members – Statement on DADT Repeal Certification
OutMilitary.com official statement to the media in regards to President Obama’s certification of DADT repeal. - July 23, 2011 - OutMilitary.com
Makeover Magix is Now a Merchant Partner of UN Women Singapore
Singapore-Based Makeup Artist Agency Hopes to Contribute to Society through its Makeup Artistry Business - June 28, 2011 - Makeover Magix
NetHope, USAID and DNA Foundation Launch Mobile Trafficking App Contest in Russia and the Region
NetHope, USAID and DNA Foundation launch mobile trafficking app contest in Russia and the Region. Grand Prize winner wins $15,000, a trip to Clinton Global Initiative Annual Meeting and implementation of his or her application in Russia to combat human trafficking. - June 16, 2011 - NetHope
IIMSAM Official Applauded Declaration of G8 Summit for Its Support to UNMDGs
The Goodwill Ambassador and Director of Middle East office for the IIMSAM, Dr. Naseer Homoud has joined a call for the G8 bloc of nations to take bold action on the interconnected crises faced by humanity. Congratulating the leaders he added, “The world community looks at powerful G8 group... - June 04, 2011 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
ICC World Cup 2011 Celebrating Victory in the May Issue of Business Review India
Indians spread across the nation and abroad cannot stop boasting about India’s glittering ICC World Cup win. - May 11, 2011 - WDM Group
Actor Jeff Fahey Joins Friends Forever’s Global Advisory Council
Friends Forever, a 501c3 organization whose mission is to promote trust and understanding among cultures in conflict on both local and international levels, announced today that actor Jeff Fahey has joined the Friends Forever Global Advisory Council. “Jeff Fahey is recognized globally for... - May 05, 2011 - Friends Forever USA
Townspeople Opens 34 Affordable and Supportive Apartments for People with Special Needs: Grand Opening, May 12, 2011
Townspeople, a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO), continues providing quality, affordable and supportive housing for low-income people in San Diego with the opening of its latest acquisition/rehab property in Normal Heights. The building will celebrate its grand opening with a... - May 03, 2011 - Townspeople
Imani Advocates to Host National Environmental Justice Conference and Training
Imani Advocates, an Evansville-based human rights organization, announced that it will host a national environmental justice training and conference, Thursday, May 5, 2011 from 1-5PM at Central Library's Browning Room. "Brownfields: Trends and Strategies in Environmental Justice" will feature national and regional activists in person and via tele-conference. - April 19, 2011 - Imani Advocates
Challenges for Social Activism and Political Expression Under Repressive Governments - a Critical Dialogue at Adelphi on April 7
On April 7, Adelphi University Levermore Global Scholars in conjunction with freeDimensional will present two artists in exile to speak about the difficulties of free political expression and cultural activism under repressive and corrupt governments. - April 04, 2011 - Adelphi University
"Deejays for Japan" - a Japanese Earthquake/Tsunami Relief Event
The Hip Hop Loves Foundation, Jon Quick Select Events and friends will host “Deejays for Japan” a Japanese earthquake/tsunami relief event. The event is slated for Thursday, April 7th, 2011 at Taj (48 W. 21st NYC). DJs volunteering services include D-Nice, Jon Quick, M.O.S., Snatch-1, Commish, Chris Washington and CEO. AJ Calloway and Kevin Powell will be hosting. All proceeds will be donated to Japanese Center for International Exchange. - April 01, 2011 - Jon Quick Select
Vision 2020 Teams Up with National Constitution Center to Celebrate Women's History Month
Join Vision 2020 and the National Constitution Center for a Women's History Month Celebration and learn about how you can shape the future. - March 17, 2011 - Vision 2020
Colorado Prepares to Join Recodr-Breaking "I AM EQUAL" Project
Greater Denver area welcomes historic photo campaign for human rights. - March 16, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Domestic Violence Survivor Takes Awareness to Global Level, Reaches to Stars
With 22 years of control, beatings and isolation finally behind her, survivor now mentors the abused and leads by example. Suzanne Perry summons the world through events, promoting peace through music and raising awareness for domestic violence. Live global performance of "Imagine" during EXPOSURE Concert, Perry reaches to stars for blessings. - February 25, 2011 - Love Shouldnt Hurt.TV
Historic 'I AM EQUAL' Human Rights Project Comes to Salt Lake City
International photo project shines light on human rights in the Beehive State. - January 27, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Luis Aponte's New Screenplay, "The Dark Diary of Columbus," Offers Unique View on American Slave Trade Origins
America’s history books may need an update. Screenwriter, Luis Aponte claims that a closer look into the personal diaries of Christopher Columbus and a Dominican priest reveal some of the most unforgivable crimes in American history. The Dark Diary of Columbus is a new screenplay that reveals... - January 17, 2011 - Luis Aponte
IIMSAM Official Dr. Naseer Homoud Commemorated International Human Solidarity Day
IIMSAM Middle East Director & Goodwill Ambassador Dr. Naseer Homoud's message on International Human Solidarity Day, he urged people to express their solidarity with marginalized people who are oppressed and subject to poverty; terming it as major condition for attainment of UN MDGs. - December 21, 2010 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
‘Protecting Human Rights is Vital for Attaining MDGs’- IIMSAM Official Dr. Naseer Homoud
IIMSAM Middle East Director & Goodwill Ambassador Dr. Naseer Homoud's message on International Human Rights Day. Dr. Homoud said protection of human rights is on forefront of prerequisites for attaining United Nations Millennium Developments Goals. He reminded that the principles of liberty, democracy, respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms and the rule of law should be inherent in any civilized society. - December 11, 2010 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
Medical Marijuana Ballot Initiative Comes to San Diego
Medical Marijuana Ballot Initiative Coming to San Diego By Jeffrey Lake, Esq. and Lance Rogers, Esq. Sponsored by the California Cannabis Coalition, the “Citizens for Safe Access Ordinance” (“CSAO”) . When the initiative receives enough signatures to qualify for the ballot,... - December 08, 2010 - California Cannabis Coalition
Children of the Night and IOION: Partners in the Fight Against Human Trafficking
This Holiday Season Human Trafficking on US Streets are at an all time High. Children of the Night works to get these Children off the street and back home or at a shelter. - December 07, 2010 - LYB Productions
Amputee on Wheels Gives Positive Spin to Life
Monica J. Foster is a vibrant amputee on wheels known as The Life Beyond Limits Coach®. Monica, who is a wheelchair user and amputee and the daughter of a disabled Coast Guard veteran, is a professional life, life purpose and vision board coach focused on helping people of all abilities strip off hurtful labels that's been pinned on them by others and shed self limiting beliefs about who they are and can be in this world. - November 24, 2010 - BUTTERFLYWHEEL® Motivation, Advocacy & Consulting
U.N. Special Representative of the Secretary-General Margot Wallström to Speak at Adelphi University on December 2, 2010
Distinguished speaker Margot Wallström to address the Adelphi community on December 2, 2010. - November 10, 2010 - Adelphi University