Principles of Nonviolent Social Change
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was embraced by Americans during the late 1950s and early 1960s because he spoke about the importance of a loving, nonviolent society at a time when social and racial conflict was escalating out of control. Today, as far as we have come, there are still see signs of unhealthy conflict in our communities. Perhaps it …
Read MoreTop 10 Facts about Modern Slavery
Our friends over at Free The Slaves (freetheslaves.net) have provided a lot of great resources about modern slavery. Begin with the “top 10 facts about modern slavery,” then watch two great videos about human trafficking, and visit Free the Slaves for more information…
Read MoreWhat is Christian Community Development?
The Christian Community Development movement is best represented by the Christian Community Development Association (www.ccda.org) and their explanation of this concept, taken from their website, is the most comprehensive… “Your people will rebuild the ancient ruins and will raise up the age–old foundations; you will be called Repairer of Broken Walls, Restorer of Streets with Dwellings.” ~ Isaiah 58:12 What …
Read MoreToday Is World Water Day
This Saturday, March 22nd is World Water Day! In 1992, the UN General Assembly designated March 22 as “World Water Day” to draw international attention to the critical lack of clean, safe drinking water worldwide. More than 1 billion people around the world lack clean, safe drinking water and more than 2.6 billion lack adequate sanitation services. The lack of …
Read MoreMore than One in 100 Americans Imprisoned, Pew Report Says
For the first time in history, more than one in every 100 Americans is imprisoned. This high incarceration rate hits state budgets hard without delivering a clear public safety benefit, according to a recent Pew Center report.
The Just Life Quote List
We have put together a list of quotes used throughout this site and others that are particularly inspirational, thought provoking, and challenging. This is a list in progress and in no particular order; please add your own favorite quotes through commenting.
Read MoreWhat is a Social Entrepreneur?
From the Skoll Foundation: “Social entrepreneurs are not content just to give a fish or teach how to fish. They will not rest until they have revolutionized the fishing industry.” ~ Bill Drayton, CEO, chair and founder of Ashoka, a global nonprofit organization devoted to developing the profession of social entrepreneurship
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