Related News ItemsCommunity health alliance stresses activism in BraintreeWed, 16 May 2012 14:53:24 -0700
To improve the health of local residents, it’s crucial to set priorities, “think outside the box” and create innovative partnerships, according to officials of the Blue Hills Community Health Alliance, otherwise known as Community Health Network Area (CHNA) 20, during a recent gathering hosted by Mayor Joseph Sullivan at town hall.
Read More... Blue Springs depot moving to new home soonTue, 08 May 2012 23:16:58 -0700
First there was awareness that the Chicago and Alton Train Depot was slated for demolition. Then there was community activism and effort. And now there is The Move.
Read More... Bay City NAACP dinner stresses importance of supporting and inspiring youthsSun, 20 May 2012 21:31:18 -0700
Walker and other young people in the community were the main focus of the 56th annual Freedom Fund Banquet, a fundraising event held Sunday night that was hosted by the Bay City branch of the NAACP. With the theme "Investing in Our Youth is Our Future," the event's proceedings at the Doubletree Hotel in Bay City reminded attendees of the importance of steering young people toward community ...
Read More... Danny Glover: the good copSat, 19 May 2012 12:58:05 -0700
He found fame as a policeman in the Lethal Weapon films, but it's his political activism that really drives him. He talks about his beloved Haiti, Obama's disappointing presidency and his friendship with Mel Gibson A few years ago, Danny Glover sat in his car and cried. The Hollywood star and political activist had just heard the news that his friend, Jean-Bertrand Aristide, Haiti's first ...
Read More... 'Rogue page' back with new bookTue, 08 May 2012 16:10:33 -0700
Eleven months ago, Brigette DePape made a splash as the parliamentary page who used her access to the Senate floor to stage a Throne Speech-day protest against the government. The 22-year-old has landed on her still-protesting feet since being fired as a result of that protest, and now has a new book out touting youth activism in Canada.
Read More... The St. Paul Foundation honors five for Facing RaceWed, 02 May 2012 10:45:26 -0700
Honoree Mahmoud El-Kati speaks on award and White supremacy By Charles Hallman Staff Writer and Vickie Evans-Nash Contributing Writer On Monday, April 23 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, The St. Paul Foundation held its Sixth Annual Facing Race Ambassador Awards ceremony. Award recipients are nominated by people in their community for their [...]
Read More... Occupiers gear up for next phaseSat, 12 May 2012 16:02:47 -0700
Look beyond the public assemblies, and you see a core group of Occupiers connecting with each other, reaching out for training from thought leaders and labor organizers, and gearing up for activism long-term.
Read More... UANI and the Institute for Strategic Dialogue Launch Transatlantic Initiative to Prevent a Nuclear-Armed IranThu, 17 May 2012 10:04:00 -0700
United Against Nuclear Iran and the Institute for Strategic Dialogue are pleased to announce the launch of a major joint non-governmental initiative—UANI-ISD—dedicated to combating the threat of a nuclear-armed Iran with a view to preventing international conflict.
Read More... Volunteers help out with affordable housing repairsFri, 18 May 2012 04:30:47 -0700
With hundreds on waiting lists and dozens of units unoccupied due to limited operating budgets, reduced staffing levels and a variety of condition issues, the Natick Housing Authority has welcomed community volunteer groups intent on bringing affordable housing units long out of service back on line.
Read More... Protest music’s odd conservative turnMon, 21 May 2012 08:47:22 -0700
A 100-track, four-CD Occupy collection assembles generations of icons. So why does it sound shapeless and safe?
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