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Tuesday, November 24th, 2009 | by: Megan
Imagine if nobody believed in Steve Jobs or Muhammad Yunus’ ability as young entrepreneurs - Apple wouldn’t have innovated the tech world and microfinance may not have lifted millions from poverty. The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship works every day to support youth from low-income communities by teaching them the skills to bring their ideas to life. Learn about the program that as affected over 280,000 people here.
Everywun Action: Have you ever had entrepreneurial dreams? What are they? Tell us in a comment here with the email you used to sign up for Everywun and we’ll award your account with 25 credits, thanks to our sponsor, Social Imprints!
Tuesday, November 24th, 2009 | by: Megan
Sea Turtles, one of the world’s most endangered species, face many threats to extinction that Sea Turtle Restoration works diligently to eliminate. A top rated non-profit, Sea Turtle Restoration works to protect natural habitats threatened by boat lines and global warming, advocate for life-saving fishing practices and more. Learn about 20 years of their turtle saving success here!
Everywun Action: Have you ever advocated on behalf of marine life? How? Tell us in a comment here with the email you used to sign up for Everywun and we’ll award your account with 25 credits, thanks to our sponsor, Social Imprints!
Tuesday, November 24th, 2009 | by: Megan
Interested in having a Thanksgiving with big taste, but less drowsiness? Consider going veggie! Health.com has listed over 25 meatless recipes including Pumpkin Ravioli and Potato and Chive Gratin. Check out their mouth watering ideas here.
Everywun Action: What’s your favorite Thanksgiving dish? Tell us in a comment here with the email you used to sign up for Everywun and we’ll award your account with 25 credits, thanks to our sponsor, Social Imprints!
Tuesday, November 24th, 2009 | by: Megan
Development groups from around the world are frustrated with global leaders who have failed to explore an opportunity within the foreign currency exchange market that transacts 800 billion dollars each year. Their suggestion? Tax each transaction at .0005%, a nominal tax that wouldn’t harm the global economy or the pockets of the travelers, but would generate 33 billion dollars to help the world’s poorest people. Learn more in last week’s article
here.
Everywun Action: Do you think the foreign currency exchange tax is worthwhile to explore? Why or why not? Tell us in a comment here with the email you used to sign up for Everywun and we’ll award your account with 25 credits, thanks to our sponsor, Social Imprints!
Tuesday, November 24th, 2009 | by: Megan
Speckled along the coasts of the world you’ll find over 90 chapters of Surfrider, a non-profit organization founded by a handful of surfers committed to protecting beaches and the waves that crash into them. Their accomplishments vary in location and form, and include gutsy acts like paddling in 38 degree water to protest a dioxin dump off the New Jersey coast. Learn more about Surfrider here.
Everywun Action: Do you surf? If not, what’s your favorite water activity? Tell us in a comment here with the email you used to sign up for Everywun and we’ll award your account with 25 credits, thanks to our sponsor, Social Imprints!
Saturday, November 21st, 2009 | by: Nancy
In anticipation of the UN COP15 Climate Change Conference, which begins on December 7th, the International Advertising Association has launched the “Hopenhagen” campaign. The campaign’s mission is “to connect every person, every city, and every nation to Copenhagen. To give everyone hope, and a platform from which to act. To create a grassroots movement that’s powerful enough to influence change.” Citizens of the world can become citizens of Hopenhagen by signing a petition that will be presented to world leaders at the conference, earning “passport stamps” by taking actions to protect our planet, and spreading the word about the movement. Become a citizen today
here.
Everywun Action: Do you think the campaign will achieve its mission of creating a movement powerful enough to influence change? Why or why not? Tell us in a comment here with the email you used to sign up for Everywun and we’ll award your account with 25 credits, thanks to our sponsor, Ecogear!
*Article by Nancy Liang
Saturday, November 21st, 2009 | by: Nancy
In
The Trouble With Black Boys… and Other Reflections on Race, Equity, and the Future of Public Education, Dr. Pedro Noguera examines the non-academic forces that contribute to poor and minority children’s struggle in schools. He says that policy makers need to stop blaming the public school system and start understanding the socioeconomic inequalities that undermine educators’ ability to engage those children. Read the book review
here.
Everywun Action: Do you agree with the shift in focus Dr. Noguera advocates? Tell us in a comment here with the email you used to sign up for Everywun and we’ll award your account with 25 credits, thanks to our sponsor, Eco Boutique!
*Article by Nancy Liang
Saturday, November 21st, 2009 | by: Nancy
The Humane Society estimates that there are thousands of puppy mills in the U.S. So how do we avoid them? Being aware of them is a good place to start. The Humane Society offers five easy steps we can all follow to reduce our likelihood of buying puppies from puppy mills, including a checklist with which to rate breeders and pet sellers. Check out the steps
here.
Everywun Action: How did you become aware of the cruelties of puppy mills? Do you think more needs to be done to promote awareness of their existence? Tell us in a comment here with the email you used to sign up for Everywun and we’ll award your account with 25 credits, thanks to our sponsor, Ecogear!
Saturday, November 21st, 2009 | by: Nancy
For a long time, women over 40 have been told by doctors and the American Cancer Society to get mammograms annually. Recently, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force challenged the long-accepted recommendation, stating that only women ages 50 to 75 need mammograms, and they only need one every two years. The new guidelines have enraged many, especially those who have battled or lost loved ones to breast cancer. Read both sides of the intense debate
here.
Everywun Action: What are your thoughts on the Task Force’s new guidelines? Tell us in a comment here with the email you used to sign up for Everywun and we’ll award your account with 25 credits, thanks to our sponsor, Ecogear!
*Article by Nancy Liang
Saturday, November 21st, 2009 | by: Nancy
We may not be able eradicate poverty or hunger any time soon, but there are many things we can do to support those who are afflicted by poverty and hunger. Instead of researching Black Friday deals next week, why not volunteer at your local homeless shelters or food banks? Find out how you can show the homeless a little warmth this Thanksgiving
here.
Everywun Action: Have you ever participated in a Thanksgiving feeding campaign? Share your experience with us! Tell us in a comment here with the email you used to sign up for Everywun and we’ll award your account with 25 credits, thanks to our sponsor, Ecogear!
*Article by Nancy Liang
