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The Center on Conscience & War

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“CCW is a non-profit organization that advocates for the rights of conscience, opposes military conscription, and serves all conscientious objectors to war. The Center on Conscience & War (CCW) works to extend and defend the rights of conscientious objectors (COs), those who oppose their participation in war, including members of the US military who, following a crisis of conscience, seek discharge as conscientious objectors. CCW also assists others who oppose their participation in war and the preparation for war, including youth required to register with Selective Service; individuals seeking US Citizenship who wish to take the alternative, nonviolent oath; and citizens of other countries facing mandatory military service. CCW opposes conscription, and, in the event of an active military draft, CCW will assist in the placement of conscientious objectors in alternative service programs, as we did in previous draft years. CCW, formerly the National Interreligious Service Board for Conscientious Objectors (NISBCO), founded in 1940, is a founding member of the G.I. Rights Hotline, a national referral and counseling service for military personnel. All services are provided free of charge.”

The Change Agency

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“The Change Agency is an independent social movement education initiative. We work with community organisers and activists in the Australia Pacific region to help people win social and environmental change. We develop, collect and share tools to help activists and community organisers define and achieve their goals. We research social change to learn what works, and draw on action research to inform our facilitation and educational work. Our major projects currently are the Campaigners Toolkit, the Community Organising Fellowship and the People Power Manual.”

The Century of the Self (2002)

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“The Century of the Self tells the untold and sometimes controversial story of the growth of the mass-consumer society. How was the all-consuming self created, by whom, and in whose interests? (Includes all parts of this multi-part series.)”

The Canary Effect: Kill the Indian, Save the Man (2006)

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“From multi-award winning directors Robin Davey and Yellow Thunder Woman, comes this ‘Illuminating Documentary’ (Time Out). Delving deeply into the often misunderstood and frequently over looked historic realities of the American Indian, The Canary Effect follows the terrifying and horrific abuses instilled upon the Indigenous people of North America, and details the genocidal practices of the US government and its continuing effects on present day Indian country. Featuring interviews with the leading scholars and experts on Indian issues including controversial author Ward Churchill, the film brings together the past and present in a way never before captured so eloquently and boldly on film.”

The Blog (Greenpeace Australia)

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“A place for breaking news and commentary by Greenpeace.”

The Center for Media and Democracy (CMD)

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“The Center for Media and Democracy (CMD) is a nationally-recognized watchdog that leads in-depth, award-winning investigations into the corruption that undermines our democracy, environment, and economic prosperity.”

The Case Against Fur Factory Farming

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“A Scientific Review of Animal Welfare Standards and ‘WelFur’” (67 page pdf)

The Bliss of Ignorance

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Documentary highlights how mining and burning coal affects South Africa….With experts predicting the creation of a “sick” generation in the Mpumalanga region (which is home to 12 of the world’s largest power stations), this documentary looks at the impact of South Africa’s energy policy – particularly the support for Eskom’s coal-fired power stations – on public health. In February 2015 energy giants Eskom were granted five years grace from complying with atmospheric emission standards, making this film ever more timely and relevant. Set against the wider climate change debate, The Bliss of Ignorance highlights how the mining and burning of coal affects the environment; polluting air and valuable water resources in a water-scarce country. In 2012, 17,000 people in Carolina, Mpumalanga were left without water because their local supply was polluted by acid mine drainage. While making The Bliss of Ignorance the filmmaker visited Durban, Pretoria, Johannesburg and Cape Town interviewing scientists, lawyers, professors, campaigners, doctors, university lecturers and representatives from Eskom. He also lived in a township in Mpumalanga to learn first hand from residents about the main health impacts and how pollution is affecting their lives and the lives of their children.”

The Black Sheep Animal Sanctuary

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal), CNCL-Endorsed

“The Black Sheep Animal Sanctuary is a safe and sustainable space to rehabilitate and re-home abused, injured and neglected animals. We are a relatively new sanctuary on 26 acres of land at Ōtaki Forks, an hour’s drive north of Wellington, Aotearoa New Zealand. Set up by the Animal Protection Society, the Black Sheep Animal Sanctuary operates according to animal rights principles and promotes animal liberation through their work.”

The Better Base

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal), CNCL-Endorsed

“We’re all about eating delicious, healthy plant-based food! It’s good for us and great for the planet – so why not?! Our subscription, Ridiculously Good Recipes, takes the hassle out of healthy with 5 tasty dinner recipes and a shopping list each week. Check out the website to sign up, or take on a free Eat Better Challenge. We also offer individual, group and company packages tailored to the level of support and insight you’re after.”

The Barefoot Guide 3: Mobilizing Religious Health Assets for Transformation

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

Book: “Health, freedom and social justice cannot be separated. Anyone who loves a neighborhood, a nation or a small planet enough to work for its future, inevitably measures success by its health and well-being. How long do the neighbors live, and with what degree of freedom from the burden of illness? Do they have water, food, shelter and access to medical services? Martin Luther King, who fought and died for political rights, could say that “of all the forms of inequality, injustice in healthcare is the most shocking and inhumane.” Health is one way to describe our capacity to be alive and to play our role as members of families and neighborhoods, indeed as citizens. But how does one choose life for the community? How do we as leaders make sure that our lives are about life and health?”

The Barefoot Guide One: Working with Organisations and Social Change

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

Book: “This is a practical, do-it-yourself guide for leaders and facilitators wanting to help organisations to function and to develop in more healthy, human and effective ways as they strive to make their contributions to a more humane society. It has been developed by the Barefoot Collective. The guide, with its supporting website, includes tried and tested concepts, approaches, stories and activities. Its purpose is to help stimulate and enrich the practice of anyone supporting organisations and social movements in their challenges of working, learning, growing and changing to meet the needs of our complex world. Although it is aimed at leaders and facilitators of civil society organisations, we hope it will be useful to anyone interested in fostering healthy human organisation in any sphere of life. The Barefoot Guide is offered free to the world and can be downloaded below. In the Resource Library will you also find additional downloadable exercises, readings, case studies and diagrams to accompany the Barefoot Guide.” Download free copies (multiple languages) or buy hard copies (English only).

The Barefoot Guide Two: Learning Practices in Organisations and Social Change

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

Book: “The Barefoot Guide 2 is a free, downloadable and practical resource for leaders, facilitators and practitioners involved in social change who want to improve and enrich their learning processes. But this is not just another book on organisational learning and social change. It is different in many ways. It is different in that it was not written by one person. Neither is it a collection of essays written by different people. This book is the joint effort of a group of development practitioners from across the globe. We have created something that will help us and others to start, and continue, the journey towards learning and social change. We (the writers) are all passionate about learning and have brought our different experience and expertise to the book. It includes topics as diverse as community mobilising and development, adult learning, funding, evaluation, facilitation, and creative writing.” Download free copies (multiple languages) or buy hard copies (English only).

The Barefoot Guide Connection – The Resource Library

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

Resource Library: tools and exercises, readings and presentations, stories of change, frameworks, poetry of change, contribute to the library. “We are a open network of social change practitioners and leaders from dozens of countries, on every continent, sharing our creative ideas, stories, approaches and resources about effective social change practice, believing in the value of the real, on-ground-experiences and insights we all have. “

The Beet-Eating Heeb

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“This blog is really meant for anyone who cares about the implications of their food choices — not just Jewish vegetarians and vegans. The Beet-Eating Heeb is committed to providing a forum for a meaningful, and occasionally light-hearted, discussion of food issues. And, oy vey, are there a lot of issues.”

The Aussie Farms Repository

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal), CNCL-Endorsed

“Aussie Farms is an animal rights charity, dedicating to ending commercialised animal abuse and exploitation in Australian animal agriculture facilities by increasing industry transparency and educating the public about modern farming and slaughtering practices….The Aussie Farms Repository is a public repository/gallery for videos, photos, documents and campaign materials (fliers, posters, etc); a knowledgebase; and a centre for innovative and creative tools, relating to the animal rights movement in Australia. We believe that between all of us, we have tonnes of visual evidence of animal cruelty and exploitation, a lot of which might just be gathering dust because it doesn’t fit any particular campaigns, or otherwise isn’t getting out there to the public who need to see it.”

The Aussie Farms Repository – Knowledgebase

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

Photos, videos, documents and campaign materials on: animals used for food, animals used for pets, wildlife, animals used for entertainment, animals used for clothing, animals used for science, animals used for other and activism

The Australia Institute

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“The Australia Institute is one of the country’s most influential think tanks. Based in Canberra, it conducts research on a broad range of economic, social, transparency and environmental issues in order to inform public debate and bring greater accountability to the democratic process… Our Goal: We provide intellectual and policy leadership. We conduct research that drives the public debate and secures policy outcomes. Our research is put into the hands of decision makers to have maximum impact. The Institute is determined to push public debate beyond the simplistic question of whether markets or governments have all the answers to more important questions: When does government need to intervene in the market? When should it stand back? And when regulation is needed, what form should it take?”

The Australia Institute – blog

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Canberra-based think tank conducting research on a broad range of economic, social and environmental issues in order to inform public debate”

The Atom: A Love Affair

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Nearly everyone has an opinion about nuclear power but far fewer know its history and the complex social and political forces that have shaped it. Unlike so many other documentaries about nuclear power, ‘The Atom: A Love Affair’ does not try to argue one side of the debate or the other. Instead, the film takes viewers behind the sensational news headlines to tell the inside story of how we got here, over seven eventful decades in the United States, Britain, France & Germany. A tale of scientific passion and political intrigue all wrapped up in the packaging of a sentimental screen melodrama, it takes us on a tragicomic journey through the turbulent and often-forgotten history of nuclear energy, brought vividly to life by those who were actually there. Capturing both the tantalising promise and the repeated disappointments of this singular technology, the film reveals how the post-war, romantic fantasy of an atom-powered future developed into the stormy, on-off relationship still playing out today. Now, as a new 21st century landscape of smart, flexible and decentralised energy rapidly evolves around it, could it really be the end of the affair for the once mighty atom?”

The Artist as Activist

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Filmmaker James LaVeck explains why Harriet Beecher Stowe was a masterful social justice artist, and how her approach to writing her famous antislavery novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin inspired the making of the documentary film Peaceable Kingdom – The Journey Home. The imaginations of the filmmakers were sparked by the history of US social justice movements, anecdotes of Harriet Beecher Stowe’s life, and unforgettable personal experiences with individual animals at a sanctuary. Following Stowe’s example, they focused on highlighting the individuality and family bonds of those being harmed, in this case, the billions of animals being exploited every day on industrial and family farms.”

The Animals Voice

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“The Animals Voice is an independent online resource for helping animals and the people who defend them. We are an award-winning networking source of recent media coverage, timely information, and an incalculable volume of resources for animals and their defenders. We feature the latest news, multimedia, events, victories, thought-provoking and inspirational editorial, graphic and compelling photography, and in-depth investigative reports, as it relates to the plight of animals. Through our online database of hard-hitting editorial and photography, resources and networking, as well as our international award-winning animal rights magazine, we have already proven our potential among activists and adversaries as a powerful force in the changes necessary for the betterment in the living and dying conditions for animals worldwide. We promise to continue our independent work to globally network activists and organizations, and to educate and enlighten everyone who visits or reads our material about the desperate plight of animals and what part they can play in ending animal cruelty.”

The Animal Sanctuary

Aug 14, 2019

“The Animal Sanctuary is a haven for all animals, with a focus on three main areas of work: Native Birds – We rehabilitate and release native New Zealand birds back into the wild. Rescue Animals – The Animal Sanctuary is a permanent home and refuge for abandoned, abused, and forgotten animals. Battery Hens We rehabilitate and rehome ex-battery hens throughout the Auckland region.”

The Age of Thrivability

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“The Age of Thrivability is a promising new era that awaits us, if only enough of us choose to align with life actively and intentionally in our work and in our communities. The journey into thrivability requires a shift in both perspective and practice. The good news is: there are plenty of signposts pointing the way — and there are even more pioneers blazing a trail, with approaches that are both more joyful and more effective. “

The Alternatives to Violence Project-USA

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“To build an international movement of creative conflict resolution built on affirmation, respect for all, community, cooperation and trust. AVP-USA is an association of community, school and prison-based groups offering experiential workshops in personal growth, community development and creative conflict management. Founded in prison and developed from the real life experiences of prisoners, AVP encourages every person’s innate power to positively transform first themselves and then the world we live in. Alternatives to Violence Project brings together diverse groups of people to build Dr. King’s nonviolent “beloved community”. Together, we will build a more peaceful and equitable world.”

The ‘Sustainability’ Of U.S. Cow Production

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal), CNCL-Endorsed

“Shifting cow production nationwide from grain-fed to grass-fed cows would only be sustainable if consumers eat much less of their meat.”

TESA Collective

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal), CNCL-Endorsed

“-TESA can collaborate with you to develop an entire educational project from start to finish, no matter how big or small. We can also improve your existing programs, tools, and curricula. We focus on interactive and dialogue-based education. -We can build custom games for your mission, organization, or company. Our expertise lies in merging cause with play. Whether you’re looking for a card game, a board game, or an app-based game – we can bring your vision to life. -In addition to making games and programs for other organizations, we design and produce our own games. You can purchase Rise Up, Co-opoly, Loud & Proud, and our other games directly from us. Let’s play our way to a better world.”

TGI Justice Project

Aug 14, 2019

“TGI Justice Project is a group of transgender, gender variant and intersex people—inside and outside of prisons, jails and detention centers—creating a united family in the struggle for survival and freedom. We work in collaboration with others to forge a culture of resistance and resilience to strengthen us for the fight against human rights abuses, imprisonment, police violence, racism, poverty, and societal pressures. We seek to create a world rooted in self- determination, freedom of expression, and gender justice. Our Members:Low income transgender women of color and our families who are in prison, formerly incarcerated, or targeted by the police.”

Teaching Tolerance – Articles

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“News, suggestions, conversation and support from voices across the TT community” Topics: Ability, Bullying & Bias, Class, Gender & Sexual Identity, Immigration, Race & Ethnicity, Religion, Rights & Activism, Slavery

TeachKind, PETA’s humane education division

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“We’re here to help schools and educators promote compassion for animals through free lessons, classroom presentations, materials, advice, online resources, and more. Check out TeachKind’s resources and start building empathy for all beings now!”

Teaching Tolerance

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Our mission is to help teachers and schools educate children and youth to be active participants in a diverse democracy. Teaching Tolerance provides free resources to educators—teachers, administrators, counselors and other practitioners—who work with children from kindergarten through high school. Educators use our materials to supplement the curriculum, to inform their practices, and to create civil and inclusive school communities where children are respected, valued and welcome participants. Our program emphasizes social justice and anti-bias. The anti-bias approach encourages children and young people to challenge prejudice and learn how to be agents of change in their own lives. Our Social Justice Standards show how anti-bias education works through the four domains of identity, diversity, justice and action.”

TechSoup Canada

Aug 14, 2019

“TechSoup Canada is a team of 9 people dedicated to empowering charities, nonprofits and libraries with the effective use of technology. TechSoup Canada is a program of the Centre for Social Innovation, and a member of the TechSoup Global Network. Being a nonprofit ourselves, we understand all too well the challenges facing the Canadian nonprofit sector and we want to help. We can connect you to donated and discounted technologies through our technology donations program and provide valuable learning resources to equip you and your colleagues with technology tips and best practices. We know that our sector is achieving great work and we believe we can have an even greater impact through the appropriate use of technology. Let us help you on your tech journey!”

Te Whiti o Rongomai: A Forerunner of Gandhi – by Helena Nielson

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Nelson Mandela, Martin Luther King and Gandhi are all well known as advocates of peace, but not many people, even in New Zealand, have heard of Te Whiti, a Maori leader who practised nonviolent resistance against the British Empire two generations before Gandhi. It is unclear whether Gandhi was inspired by Te Whiti’s philosophy and actions but there is evidence that he heard about him from two Irish visitors who had visited Parihaka, Te Whiti’s model community in New Zealand. This article is an attempt to acknowledge and honour Te Whiti’s life and achievements.”

Teaching Resources on Biodiversity and Agriculture

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Teaching students about biodiversity, or the variety of life on Earth, is a daunting yet exciting task. The Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity wants to support you in guiding students through a fascinating and exciting exploration of biodiversity issues. For our first project, we’ve designed an educational module on biodiversity and agriculture. It comprises of an online educational web portal for primary school students and five accompanying lesson plans for educators. Educators can also download the children’s web portal in a booklet format below. The resources are aimed at students in upper primary school (grades four to six), but could be adapted for other levels.”

T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies – Articles

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

Plant-based diet articles. Topics: disease, environment, family and kids, fitness and athletics, how to, nutrition science, psychology and social issues, success stories, weight loss

Tactical Media Files

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Tactical Media emerged when the modest goals of media artists and media activists were transformed into a movement that challenged everyone to produce their own media in support of their own political struggles. This “new media” activism was based on the insight that the long-held distinction between the ‘street’ (reality) and the ‘media’ (representation) could no longer be upheld. On the contrary, the media had come to infuse all of society. To challenge dominant (strategic) structures in society, it was necessary develop new (tactical) means of producing and distributing media. Not a specialised task separate from the social movements, but a key activity around which social movements could coalesce. And of equal importance, the media environment characterised by a broadcast logic of geography was being supplemented with an environment characterised by a many-to-many logic of access…Tactical Media Files is a documentation resource under continuous development. We have begun the task of organising the infinite (and growing) amount of available data, with the aim of making it more easily accessible for new generations of activists and activist makers, scholars and curators to draw on.”

TakingOnTheGiant.com

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Many young people have not yet learned what they can’t do. They look at the world, see what needs to be changed and they change it. TakingOnTheGiant.com promotes the ideas and accomplishments of young people, from middle school to the middle twenties, who are transforming their passions into successful inventions, charities, foundations, businesses and movements. These stories deserve telling, which can inspire other young people to pursue their dreams.”

Tamerlaine Sanctuary

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Our vision is a world that is compassionate toward all beings, especially the most vulnerable among us. We founded Tamerlaine in 2013 on the idea that rescuing animals from industrial agriculture and introducing them to the public is one of the most powerful ways to create positive change for all animals and the world in which we live. We have been providing rehabilitation and exceptional care for abused, neglected, and otherwise discarded animals ever since. Our rescue efforts have grown organically to over 200 animal residents.”

T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“At the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies, we believe that you have the right to better health and better information. We advocate for evidence-based education and resources. The cornerstone of this education is our Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate program in partnership with eCornell featuring lectures from over 20 MDs, PhDs, RDs, RNs and more. We also offer a wide variety of plant-based resources through our website including hundreds of articles, recipes, videos and more.”

Sydney Environment Institute – Blog

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“We work to address the key environmental questions of our time through discussion, research and collaboration.”

Sydney Environment Institute – Environmental Justice Blog Series

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Our new EJ blog series will feature articles based on papers and discussions from our ‘Environmental Justice 2017 – Looking Back, Looking Forward’ conference.”

Switch to Safer

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Watch the film and join the movement by switching to safer products made without toxic chemicals. Vote with your dollars. Make the Switch to Safer today.”

Sydney Environment Institute

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“The Sydney Environment Institute is a world leader in multidisciplinary environmental research. We are designed to play a key role at the University of Sydney for the environmental humanities and social sciences in understanding, confronting, and transforming responses to environmental crises. The key premise of the SEI is the importance of engaging social, cultural, historical, political and economic barriers and understandings. We recognise these to be a fundamental element of dealing effectively and justly with the massive transformations in our relationship with the planet. This makes multi- and transdisciplinary research a necessity.”

Swiss League against Animal Experimentation and Animal Rights (LSCV)

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“In accordance with Article 2 of its statutes, the LSCV aims at the total abolition of “the practice of medical, scientific or commercial experiments on animals”. It undertakes to “obtain throughout Switzerland, legislation that ensures the defense and respect of the rights of the animal” , and to allow “the constant improvement of this legislation and to constantly monitor its application strict “. It promotes and financially encourages “the creation of new methods of scientific research” allowing the suppression of animal experimentation. It particularly encourages and supports so-called alternative (or alternative) methods, which use human tissues or cells ( in vitro models ), for example from biopsies performed in hospitals, or bioinformatic data ( in silico models ).”

SustainableBusiness.com

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“We Help Green Businesses Grow. Our services will continue to help shift us toward a restorative economy: -Daily Green Business News: concise news from around the world that keeps you informed about the latest trends and legislation. -Green Dream Jobs: connects people looking for jobs with environmentally conscious nonprofits, government agencies and businesses. -Green Education Directory: profiles all relevant degree, certificate and executive development programs. -Venture Capital Directory: profiles investors across the world that finance green businesses of all kinds.”

Sustaining Community

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Families, community engagement and environmental sustainability – for parents, students, practitioners and anyone who wants to make a difference.”

Sutherland Shire Environment Centre

Aug 14, 2019

“At Sutherland Shire Environment Centre, we’re working towards a cleaner, healthier and more beautiful environment that benefits us all now and into the future. We’re actively involved in a wide range of projects aimed at greening the shire, environmental education, sustainable living and business and protecting against environmental threats. “

Swarm Intelligence

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

Information on swarm intelligence in relation crowds and direct action

Sustainable Human

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal), CNCL-Endorsed

“The root cause of any human behavior is the story they tell themselves. If you desire to change any human behavior, whether individual or collective, you first must understand their story. Sustainable Human exists to examine the faulty stories that are driving our ecocidal, global civilization and explore alternative stories founded in the knowledge that all life is interconnected.”

Sustainable Human – Youtube channel

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Changing the way we think is the most difficult and necessary challenge for our species right now. It’s like the old adage that says that “fish don’t know they’re in water.” They’re so surrounded by it that it’s impossible for them to see. The water is like our ways of thinking. The assumptions we make about life have been so reinforced throughout our lives that we have difficulty seeing them. Yet our survival as a species depends us making the choice to understand, develop, and live from a new manner of thinking. This channel is dedicated to exploring and sharing these new ways of thinking.”

Sustainable Vegan Activism: How to Be More Effective and Fulfilled While Advocating Animal Rights

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“In this workshop, psychologist Dr. Melanie Joy will explain the common causes of burnout, frustration, and ineffective activism that impact many animal rights activists. She will discuss how “unsustainable” activism is one of the most serious obstacles to the success of the animal rights movement, and a leading cause of depression and burnout among activists. She will explain specific strategies that activists can take to improve their activism and their lives.”

Sustainable Human – Facebook site

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Sustainable Human examines the root causes of our sustainability crises and offers alternative stories that help us live in harmony with one another.”

Sustainable Diets: What You Need to Know in 12 Charts

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“What we eat is rapidly changing around the globe, as people converge toward diets high in calories, protein and animal-based foods. A new WRI paper, Shifting Diets for a Sustainable Food Future, explores these changes and the challenges they pose for food security and a sustainable future. It shows that just small shifts in the choices consumers make can have a huge impact in reducing agriculture’s resource use and mitigating environmental problems”

Survival International

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“We are the global movement for tribal peoples. From the Amazon to the Kalahari, from the jungles of India to the Congo rainforest, we work in partnership with tribal peoples to protect their lives and land. They suffer racism, land theft, forced development and genocidal violence just because they live differently. It must stop.”

Surfrider

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Our oceans, waves, and beaches are everything. Let’s save them. Our model is to engage environmental experts to create solutions, unite local and national resources to protect the coast, and leverage our local chapter network’s knowledge with a national perspective.”

Sunny Meadow Sanctuary

Aug 14, 2019

“Sunny Meadow Sanctuary is a safe haven for rescued farm animals and wildlife.”

Surveillance Self-Defense

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Surveillance Self-Defense (SSD) is a guide to protecting yourself from electronic surveillance for people all over the world. Some aspects of this guide will be useful to people with very little technical knowledge, while others are aimed at an audience with considerable technical expertise and privacy/security trainers. We believe that everyone’s threat model is unique—from activists in China to journalists in Europe to the LGBTQ community in Uganda. We believe that everyone has something to protect, whether it’s from the government or parents or prying employers, stalkers, data-mining corporations, or an abusive partner.”

Students for a Free Tibet

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Students for a Free Tibet (SFT) works in solidarity with the Tibetan people in their struggle for freedom and independence. We are a chapter-based network of young people and activists around the world. Through education, grassroots organizing, and nonviolent direct action, we campaign for Tibetans’ fundamental right to political freedom. Our role is to empower and train youth as leaders in the worldwide movement for social justice.”

Studies (ProVeg)

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

Articles on meat, dairy and eggs and their link to diseases.

Storm Clouds Gathering

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“The Storm Clouds Gathering project was created, and is primarily maintained by Aaron Hawkins. Aaron was born in the United States, but relinquished U.S. citizenship upon acquiring French nationality in 2015. He has lived in the Commonwealth of Dominica since 2012, where he manages an off-grid farm in the mountains. An antiwar activist since the first Iraq war, Aaron launched the Storm Clouds Gathering project in 2010 in an effort to counter corporate and government propaganda, and expose the dirty underbelly of U.S. foreign policy.”

Strategic Culture Foundation

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Strategic Culture Foundation provides a platform for exclusive analysis, research and policy comment on Eurasian and global affairs. We are covering political, economic, social and security issues worldwide. Since 2005 our journal has published thousands of analytical briefs and commentaries with the unique perspective of independent contributors. SCF works to broaden and diversify expert discussion by focusing on hidden aspects of international politics and unconventional thinking. Benefiting from the expanding power of the Internet, we work to spread reliable information, critical thought and progressive ideas. You are warmly encouraged to join our Facebook, Twitter accounts, take part in conversations, think, doubt, argue and perfect. Welcome to Strategic Culture Foundation on-line journal.”

Stop EPR

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Because we refuse the perpetuation of nuclear threat on the planet; Because we deny the French nuclear lobby the right to impose a new reactor on us (French people and the rest of the world); Because we reject the confusion between state service to the public (“service public d’état”) and nuclear lobbying interest; Because we know this useless investment will end up as a burden on consumers and future generations in France and elsewhere; Because we want a future made of clean, decentralized, safe and renewable energies; Together, let’s say NO to the EPR, Yes to energy alternatives and let’s sign the call”

Stop Fessenheim

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Stop Fessenheim is a young association created in October 2005 after having worked for a year and a half as a collective, its goal is the concrete defense of the right of citizens to safeguard their lives, their health and the viability of the land where they live against the potential danger of radioactive pollution and nuclear accident that represents the continued operation of the Fessenheim power station.”

Stop Force Feeding .com

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

Opposing the force feeding of ducks and geese to produce foie gras.

Stop Nuclear Power Network

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“We are a UK-based non-hierarchical grassroots network of groups and individuals campaigning and taking nonviolent action against nuclear power and its expansion and supporting sustainable alternatives, so we can leave a nuclear-free, safe and healthy environment for future generations.”

Stop Whaling (Whale and Dolphin Conservation)

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“How can we stop the hunting and slaughter of whales and dolphins? Commercial whaling is banned. Yet every year, Japan, Norway and Iceland kill around 1,500 whales. Thousands more dolphins and small whales are slaughtered in bloody hunts in countries around the world.”

Stockholm International Peace Research Institute

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“SIPRI is an independent international institute dedicated to research into conflict, armaments, arms control and disarmament. Established in 1966, SIPRI provides data, analysis and recommendations, based on open sources, to policymakers, researchers, media and the interested public. Based in Stockholm, SIPRI is regularly ranked among the most respected think tanks worldwide.”

Stockholm International Peace Research Institute – Past News and Events

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

Past News and Events. “SIPRI is an independent international institute dedicated to research into conflict, armaments, arms control and disarmament.”

Still Relevant: What Makes an Action Nonviolent?

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“”What makes an action nonviolent?” The question had acquired urgency among peace and justice activists in the wake of the November 1999 massive protests in Seattle against the World Trade Organization. I picked this issue to review because Iíd wished that discussion had gone on longer and gotten deeper, and because we are once again in a time of protest with a considerable urgency…We should not judge those who, for many reasons, do not embrace the term “nonviolent.” But we should not shy away from the use of the word. We must continue our exploration of the power of nonviolent actions, campaigns and movements. We must engage in this movement for racial justice. We are now witnessing empowering ways of engaging in conflict, resisting systems of violence and oppression, resisting the destruction of people without harming the perpetrators. That is what makes an action nonviolent and has the potential for revolutionary social change.”

Stockholm International Peace Research Institute – databases

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

SIPRI Arms Transfers Database, SIPRI Mapping ATT-Relevant Cooperation and Assistance Activities Database, SIPRI Arms Industry Database, SIPRI Multilateral Peace Operations Database, SIPRI Military Expenditure Database. “SIPRI is an independent international institute dedicated to research into conflict, armaments, arms control and disarmament. Established in 1966, SIPRI provides data, analysis and recommendations, based on open sources, to policymakers, researchers, media and the interested public. Based in Stockholm, SIPRI is regularly ranked among the most respected think tanks worldwide.”

Stare Into The Lights My Pretties (2017)

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“We live in a world of screens. The average adult spends the majority of their waking hours in front of some sort of screen or device. We’re enthralled, we’re addicted to these machines. How did we get here? Who benefits? What are the cumulative impacts on people, society and the environment? What may come next if this culture is left unchecked, to its end trajectory, and is that what we want? *Stare Into The Lights My Pretties* investigates these questions with an urge to return to the real physical world, to form a critical view of technological escalation driven by rapacious and pervasive corporate interest. Covering themes of addiction, privacy, surveillance, information manipulation, behaviour modification and social control, this film lays the foundations as to why we may feel like we’re sleeprunning into some dystopian nightmare with the machines at the helm. Because we are, if we don’t seriously avert our eyes to stop this culture from destroying what is left of the real world…”

Statewatch

Aug 14, 2019

“Statewatch is a non-profit-making voluntary group founded in 1991 to monitor the development of the EU state and civil liberties. It is comprised of lawyers, academics, journalists, researchers and community activists. Its European network of contributors is drawn from 18 countries. Statewatch encourages the publication of investigative journalism and critical research in Europe the fields of the state, justice and home affairs, civil liberties, accountability and openness. One of Statewatch’s primary purposes is to provide a service for civil society to encourage informed discussion and debate – through the provision of news, features and analyses backed up by full-text documentation so that people can access for themselves primary sources and come to their own conclusions. Statewatch is the research and education arm of a UK registered charity and is funded by grant-making trusts and donations from individuals.”

Statistics for Action

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Statistics for Action (SfA) is a collaboration between TERC and environmental advocacy organizations to help people in communities affected by environmental contamination. SfA can help people: -Understand terms, units, and concepts in environmental data. -Analyze data to help communities strategize. -Assess risks to health from environmental contamination. -Communicate key data to decision-makers and the community.”

Step It Up

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“2007 was a landmark year in the movement to stop global warming, a year when Americans came together in communities across the country to voice one powerful message. In April, at 1400 iconic places across the nation, we made history and united around a common call to action. Then in November we came together under 1 Sky to present our leaders with the climate solutions that science and justice demand. Now it’s up to all of us keep this movement moving…The Step It Up website will remain online as a memorial to all the incredible movement activity and success in 2007. Yet the Step It Up blog is coming to a close. In no way does that mean, however, that the movement is closing up shop. On the contrary — the movement, and the blog along with it, is going global. Visit 350.org to check out what’s emerging in the global grassroots movement to fight global warming.”

ssociation for Global New Thought

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“The goal of the Association for Global New Thought’s programs in spiritually guided activism is to support concerned and informed citizens in their emerging role as ethically motivated community leaders. Spiritually guided activism is a term pioneered by the Association for Global New Thought and like-minded organizations to describe individuals who are spiritually mature and believe that, from this worldview, we need to take action in our communities to create positive change in this nation and beyond.”

St. Louis Animal Rights Team

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“The St. Louis Animal Rights Team is a not-for-profit educational/activist group, formed in 1985, and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization in 1988. Our goals are to: -Educate society about the rights of all species to live freely and die naturally. -Expose the harm and suffering caused by the denial of animals’ natural rights. -Promote the adoption of lifestyles compatible with the animal rights philosophy. -Promote the reform of social institutions to be compatible with animal rights.”

Stanford Social Innovation Review (SSIR)

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Stanford Social Innovation Review (SSIR) is an award-winning magazine and website that covers cross-sector solutions to global problems. SSIR is written by and for social change leaders from around the world and from all sectors of society—nonprofits, foundations, business, government, and engaged citizens. SSIR’s mission is to advance, educate, and inspire the field of social innovation by seeking out, cultivating, and disseminating the best in research- and practice-based knowledge. With print and online articles, webinars, conferences, podcasts, and more, SSIR bridges research, theory, and practice on a wide range of topics, including human rights, impact investing, and nonprofit business models. SSIR is published by the Stanford Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society at Stanford University”

Spinwatch.org

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Spinwatch investigates the way that the public relations (PR) industry and corporate and government propaganda distort public debate and undermine democracy. The PR and lobbying industry in the UK is the second biggest in the world, worth £7.5 billion. As the go-to organisation for information on this field, we routinely track PR and lobbying firms and corporate front groups, exposing their spin and deception.”

Spiralseed

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Are you tired of ‘the problems’ and want to be more solutions-focused? Do you seek to live compassionately without the unnecessary exploitation of people, animals and the environment? Are you concerned about climate change and future generations? Create the change you wish to see in this world with permaculture! Our focus is on active learning, designing innovative courses and workshops that are participatory, fun, lively and inclusive. Adapted from the Permaculture Association (Britain)’s PDC core curriculum and much more, we create learning experiences that empower you, your organisation or your community to make positive change happen today.”

Spirit in Action

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Spirit in Action envisions a world in which every community is strong, vibrant, heart-centered and working joyfully together across our unique identities to sustain an interdependent system of caring for each other and the earth. The mission of Spirit in Action is to create a positive future grounded in the values of equality, peace and justice for all. We develop effective leaders, support organizational sustainability, build cohesive networks, and catalyze transformative social change. Through our programs, we aspire to build a broad and interconnected social force committed to collectively changing the world by working with communities to Reimagine culture, Resist domination, Reform institutions and Recreate society.”

SouthFront

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“SouthFront: Analysis & Intelligence is a public analytical umbrella organization created and maintained by a team of experts and volunteers from the four corners of the Earth. SouthFront focuses on issues of international relations, armed conflicts and crises. The organization provides military operations analysis, military posture of major world powers, and other important data influencing the growth of tensions between countries and nations. We try to dig out the truth on issues which are barely covered by the states concerned and the mainstream media. The SouthFront Team believes that not only well-paid “professional journalists”, but common people with inquisitive minds are able to produce balanced content in a modern information-oriented society.”

Southwest Research and Information Center

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“MISSION: Southwest Research and Information Center is a multi-cultural organization working to promote the health of people and communities, protect natural resources, ensure citizen participation, and secure environmental and social justice now and for future generations”

SPIN Academy

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Nonprofit Communications Capacity Building Retreat…Communications as a Tool for Deep Change. The SPIN Academy trains advocates for social change to adopt a strategic approach to their communications work. The SPIN Academy is built on the premise that nonprofits working for positive social change must communicate effectively to achieve results. During our nearly 20 years, we’ve trained thousands of nonprofit leaders from all across the country to craft smarter strategies, build stronger brands, and deliver more meaningful messages about their vital work. Through our annual four-day retreat at Walker Creek Ranch in Petaluma, CA, we offer an accessible and affordable training that includes practical tools, coaching, and network opportunities – so nonprofits can communicate effectively for themselves. Our curriculum is inspired by the best practices in the field and offers the building blocks of strategic communications, including brand development, storytelling, message creation & more.”

Southern California Library

Aug 14, 2019

“The Southern California Library documents and makes accessible histories of struggles that challenge racism and other systems of oppression so we can all imagine and sustain possibilities for freedom. SCL is a community library and archive located in South Los Angeles. Founded over 50 years ago, the Library holds extensive collections of histories of community resistance in Los Angeles and beyond. Everyone is welcome to use the Library’s resources to research and put to practice the histories of everyday people working to create change.”

Sources and Resources for “Livestock and Climate Change”

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

A list of links and resources on livestock and climate change

Southern Alliance for Clean Energy

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“The Southern Alliance for Clean Energy promotes responsible energy choices to ensure clean, safe and healthy communities throughout the Southeast.”

Solutions for a Healthy Earth (SHE)

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

Solitary Watch

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Solitary Watch is a nonprofit national watchdog group that investigates, documents, and disseminates information on the widespread use of solitary confinement in U.S. prisons and jails. Our mission is to provide the public—as well as practicing attorneys, legal scholars, law enforcement and corrections officers, policymakers, educators, advocates, people in prison and their families—with the first centralized source of unfolding news, original reporting, firsthand accounts, and background research on solitary confinement in the United States. Our hope is that such information will catalyze discussion, debate, and change on a vital domestic human rights issue. “

Songs for the Great Turning

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“The Great Turning is a global change of heart and ways of living, a more nurturing, appreciative and sustainable relationship with the Web of Life, a shift toward a life-enhancing human presence on Planet Earth. Songs, especially when sung together and in harmony, are a vital tool in the Great Turning and a great enhancement to the interactive group processes developed by Joanna Macy known as the Work That Reconnects. They help us experience in the body our connection to each other and the planet, summon our collective courage, enliven us and inspire us to play our part in creating a life-sustaining society.”

Soul in Wonder

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Soul in Wonder was born after founders, Christopher & Sara serendipitously met while serving as Peace Corps volunteers in Tanzania, Africa. After experiencing the dynamic highs and lows of the world they were guided towards one shared vision; to revolutionize the human spirit and inspire new ways of conscious, connected living. After years of self-discovery and professional training in life coaching, herbal medicine, energy work, and leadership, they founded Soul in Wonder – a conscious hub devoted to your personal and spiritual growth. They now empower truth-seekers like you to go deeper within themselves and expand past their horizon so they can seize new, exciting possibilities—and align with more happiness, passion, and love.”

Society for Threatened Peoples

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“The Society for Threatened Peoples has for 50 years been an incorruptible voice for “those who have no voice”. We are working as a human rights organization for a world that respects the rights of ethnic and religious minorities and nationalities. We are committed to indigenous peoples because they represent the diversity of the world and the heritage of humanity.”

Society for the Protection of Animals Ljubljana

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Society for the Protection of Animals Ljubljana is a non-profit, non-governmental, charitable, voluntary organization. Since its establishment in January 1999, we have been working to improve the state of animal welfare. We are trying to achieve this by raising awareness, information and education in order to prevent an irresponsible attitude towards animals in the long run, while at the same time we try to help as many animals as possible need help.”

Social Responsibility and Nuclear-Disaster prevention physicians

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“The Social Responsibility and Nuclear-Disaster prevention physicians (PSR / IPPNW Switzerland) are committed to the worldwide abolition of nuclear weapons and the withdrawal from civilian nuclear technology. PSR / IPPNW Switzerland are also committed to promoting renewable energy and saving energy in order to identify alternatives to nuclear power plants and other polluting energy sources.”

Soil Association

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“The Soil Association is the UK’s leading membership charity campaigning for healthy, humane and sustainable food, farming and land use…The Soil Association, formed in 1946, is the only UK charity which works across the spectrum of human health, the environment and animal welfare. That’s because we cannot tackle these issues in isolation…We campaign for change …We support farming innovation…We serve healthy food…We support and grow the organic market…We protect forests”

Solar Action Alliance

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Solar Action Alliance is a platform for a large group of like-minded people who are concerned about the environment and what the world will be like in the future if nothing is done to conserve its energy sources. Solar energy is available freely, it’s abundant, it’s clean, it’s reliable and what is the most important thing it’s renewable energy from the sun. Far less of the world’s resources are depleted to supply energy if the sun is used to fulfill our insatiable demand for it.”

Social Barometer

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Where do others stand on your issues? What are your aims with each? Are your tactics consistent with these aims?” (1 page diagram)

SOA Watch

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“SOA Watch is a nonviolent grassroots movement working to close the SOA / WHINSEC and similar centers that train state actors such as military, law enforcement and border patrol. We strive to expose, denounce, and end US militarization, oppressive US policies and other forms of state violence in the Americas. We act in solidarity with organizations and movements working for justice and peace throughout the Americas.”

Social Justice Resources

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“Physicians for Global Survival believes that human rights must be respected. Equitable sharing of resources is an essential part of working for peace. We promote Socially Responsible Investment: We do not support arms manufacturers and arms dealers by investing in them. Members are encouraged to engage in discussions with financial institutions for “ethical investment” options.”

Small cetaceans, big problems

Aug 14, 2019 | (Universal)

“A global review of the impacts of hunting on small whales, dolphins and porpoises” (70 page pdf)

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