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Lnks to a number of current social issues.
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Covers grassroots activism and eco-justice, in search of effective strategies (cyberstrategies, radical strategies, consumer campaigns, media strategies, grassroots strategies, and coalitions and networks), new alliances, and global politics (NGO legitimacy, world financial institutions, and multilateral engagement).
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'Resources for sustainable living and environmental activism.' Has many articles on various aspects of sustainability.. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
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An excellent source of independent, current news and analysis. '... one of the most informative websites on Middle East politics, culture and society. Tikkun magazine said of the website: ÔThe tone is eminently professionalÉThe site's simple (and small) layout is a pleasure to navigate.''
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Background about the cause of the March 2006 student protests in France. The article explains that the students demonstrated against the new law coming into effect in April, 2006, providing a new work contract for under-26s with a two-year trial period.. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
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Looks at the events surrounding 'June 5, 1989, one day after the Chinese army's deadly crushing of the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests in Beijing, [where] a single, unarmed young man stood his ground before a column of tanks on the Avenue of Eternal Peace.' Provides a timeline, eyewitness accounts, expert opinions, analysis, and interviews.. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
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Principal dates and events related to the student protests in France in May 1968, during which Sorbonne students were involved in riots in the Latin Quarter in Paris, and which included strikes throughout France. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
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Images of approximately twenty posters from the student protests and related strikes in France in the spring of 1968. Includes translations of poster text. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
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This opinion piece provides suggestions for starting a reading group centered on 'socially conscious and political novels.' It includes ideas for forming and running the group and a briefly annotated list of reading suggestions that includes both classics and contemporary novels. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
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Radio news stories about the 2005 rioting in France 'that has spread from the immigrant communities of the Paris suburbs to hundreds of towns across the country.' The riots 'began following the death of two teenagers of African origin who were electrocuted ... while apparently fleeing police.'. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
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A timeline of events starting with October 25, 2005, relating to rioting in Paris suburbs and other areas in France by disaffected youths in impoverished areas. Includes a video clip and links to related stories on topics such as issues that may have lead to the rioting.. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
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Offers youth 'a safe and supportive global cyberspace within which they can explore, discuss and partner on issues related to human rights and social change.' Includes guides and real life stories. In English, Spanish, and French.. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
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Highlights African and African-American history and culture, international sustainable development, and social or progressive activism resources.
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The largest organization of feminist activists in the United States. Links to key issues and resources.
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Links to a wide range of feminist issues, especially activism, articles and speeches, women-owned businesses, women's health issues, and news.
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Guides young adults towards adventurous, life-changing opportunities to make a difference in the world. 'We are not a mission sending agency, but rather a catalyst in connecting the passionate individuals of this generation to the spiritual needs of the world.'
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The largest, most comprehensive human-edited directory of the Web, 100% free. It is constructed and maintained by a vast, global community of volunteer editors.
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Focuses on topics that encourage political activism.
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'A news portal on the US-Iraq crisis published by veteran antiwar campaigners....offering News Analysis, Opinion/Editorial, Iraq Diaries, International Law, Aid and Development, Fact Sheets, and Action and Activism.' (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
