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Boy Scouts of America votes to end century-old ban on gay scouts
Reuters
2 mentions — 14 hours ago
GRAPEVINE, Texas (Reuters) - The Boy Scouts of America voted on Thursday to lift a century-old ban on openly gay scouts in a major victory for gay rights activists, but the decision means a sea of change for an organization that depends heavily on faith-based groups.More than 60 ...
Prada: Drop your lawsuit against former-employee Rina Bovrisse
Change.org
3 mentions — 2 weeks ago
Rina Bovrisse, a former employee at Prada in Japan, was shocked when her boss told her to fire scores of coworkers because they were “old, fat, ugly, disgusting or did not have the Prada look.” When Rina spoke out, she was fired. Now, Prada is suing HER for ...
How 1.8 Million Online Activists Helped End the Boy Scouts' Gay Youth Ban
mashable.com
3 mentions — 17 hours ago
Millions of online activists, signing some 124 different petitions, helped to end the Boy Scouts of America's century-long ban on gay members.According to online petition platform Change.org, 1,866,000 signatures were collected on petitions advocating the Boy Scouts change its policy. To celebrate this milestone, Change.org created this infographic,
Only men on the Today Show’s Summer Concert Series?!
Change.org
3 mentions — 2 weeks ago
I love The Today Show and I watch it all the time. I especially look forward to the Summer Concert Series each year. Last year, I even got a chance to check out one of the concerts live in New York City. I couldn’t wait to find out ...
Mississippi Could Soon Jail Women for Stillbirths, Miscarriages
Mother Jones
9 mentions — 1 day ago
On March 14, 2009, 31 weeks into her pregnancy, Nina Buckhalter gave birth to a stillborn baby girl. She named the child Hayley Jade. Two months later, a grand jury in Lamar County, Mississippi, indicted Buckhalter for manslaughter, claiming that the then-29-year-old woman "did willfully, unlawfully, feloniously, kill ...
As Guantánamo Hunger Strike Enters 107th Day, Diane Wilson begins 25th Day of Solidarity Fast
Democracy Now!
2 mentions — 1 hour ago
Diane Wilson,a fourth-generation fisher woman from the Texas Gulf Coast. She is on day 25 of a water and salt only Hunger Strike in solidarity with Guantanamo Prisoners. Earlier this month, she was arrested after chaining herself to the White House fence in a CodePink demonstration urging the ...
Secretary-General's Remarks to Press with World Bank President, Dr. Jim Yong Kim [as prepared for delivery]
Secretary General's Off-the-Cuff Remarks
2 mentions — 19 hours ago
As you know, we have just concluded a visit to the Heal Africa hospital. I was deeply moved by the stories and suffering that we heard.The visit brought out strong feelings. First, I am angry that women and girls have to endure such barbarity, here or anywhere.This must stop. Second, I am humbled at their courage to overcome their wounds.I thank the dedicated doctors and nurses who are helping here and elsewhere. Third, I am determined to do more to bring security and opportunity to these women and their communities.
Google Global Impact Challenge
globalimpactchallenge.withgoogle.com
3 mentions — 2 days ago
The Global Impact Challenge supports British non-profits using tech to tackle the world's toughest problems. The 10 finalists are in. Help decide who wins. Cast your vote by the 31st May for the £500,000 fan favourite Global Impact Award. On 3rd June, a panel of judges will unveil ...
Malaria parasite 'controls mosquito'
BBC News
2 mentions — 17 hours ago
Mosquitoes carrying the malaria parasite are more attracted to human body odour than uninfected insects, a study suggests.Researchers found that infected insects were three times more likely to be lured towards a human scent.They believe that the deadly parasites are seizing control of their biting hosts and boosting ...
BREAKING: Boy Scouts to allow gay youth
GLAAD
3 mentions — 17 hours ago
The Boy Scouts of America made history today by approving a resolution that will allow gay youth to participate. The new membership standards, which state that 'no youth may be denied membership in the Boy Scouts of America on the basis of sexual orientation or preference alone,' will ...
Advocacy Summit
International Justice Mission
4 mentions — 2 weeks ago
The 2013 Advocacy Summit will be held at the Holiday Inn Capitol, situated in the heart of Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.To receive our reduced rate of $269 per night (while rooms are still available) at the Holiday Inn Capitol, please call the Reservations Main Line at 888-847-1675 ...
Boy Scouts of America Statement
scouting.org
3 mentions — 18 hours ago
"For 103 years, the Boy Scouts of America has been a part of the fabric of this nation, with a focus on working together to deliver the nation's foremost youth program of character development and values-based leadership training. "Based on growing input from within the Scouting family, the BSA leadership chose to conduct an additional review of the organization's long-standing membership policy and its impact on Scouting's mission. This review created an outpouring of feedback from the Scouting family and the American public, from both those who agree with the ...
Fox's Varney Imagines Obama Re-Election "Was Orchestrated By Government Bureaucrats"
Media Matters for America
2 mentions — 5 hours ago
In addition to reviewing print and online media, Media Matters monitors at least 150 hours of television and radio each week. This section features highlights (or low-lights) from our monitoring efforts, other noteworthy clips as well as original videos.Fox News figures scapegoated Islam and promoted Islamophobia following an ...
UN News - Number of Syrians in need of humanitarian aid rises to over 8 million – UN
Number of Syrians in need of humanitarian aid rise...
5 mentions — 2 days ago
Delivering food to people like these kids in Syria is getting harder and more dangerous every day. Photo: WFP/Abeer Etefa21 May 2013 – A senior United Nations humanitarian official reported today that the total number of people in need of assistance as a result of the ongoing conflict ...
Help GLAAD end the ban on gay leadership and troops in the Boy Scouts
GLAAD
5 mentions — 2 weeks ago
In just a few short weeks, 1400 members of the Boy Scouts' National Council will converge in Dallas to decide whether or not to end the Boy Scouts' ban on gay youth.Now, more than ever, your community needs to hear from you about why gay youth and parents ...
Welcome to endfistula.unfpa.org
endfistula.org
5 mentions — 1 day ago
On 23 May 2013, the world will be marking the first-ever International Day to End Obstetric Fistula, as recently designated by the UN General Assembly.35 women and young girls prepare to re-join their families after undergoing successful surgeries to repair obstetric fistula.This edition highlights partners' achievements, real faces ...
Ukraine: Allow Equality March, Protect Participants
Human Rights Watch
2 mentions — 21 hours ago
Banning the Kiev Equality March would send all the wrong signals to those seeking to prevent or obstruct it. Authorities should show political leadership and make it clear they won’t let hateful rhetoric, threats of violence, and bullying tactics dictate their policies.Boris Dittrich, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender ...
Amnesty International
Working to Protect Human Rights
4 mentions — 1 day ago
Human rights know no borders. But Amnesty International's 2013 report shows governments are using the excuse of 'internal affairs' in shameful attempts to block concerted international action to resolve human rights emergencies.
Peter Singer: The why and how of effective altruism | Video on TED.com
Video on TED.com
2 mentions — 3 days ago
It appears that we are unable to play this video in your browser for one of the following reasons: If you are on a mobile device, you may be able to directly download the video to play. (Video) Reporter: It's a story that's deeply unsettled millions in China: ...
Justice Department's Overreaching on Leaks Threatens Freedom of the Press
American Civil Liberties Union
3 mentions — 2 days ago
A week after the Department of Justice notified the Associated Press that it had secretly seized records for more than 20 phone lines in a leak investigation, The Washington Post uncovered an overlooked search warrant in another leak case that raises similar – and perhaps more serious – ...
Campaign Wins & Updates
WAM!
8 mentions — 3 days ago
ZipCar UK has responded! Now tweet them to tell them you appreciate it and are urgently looking forward to their response!FinnAir says they’re not OK with where their ads appear: Tell them the only way to control it is to not advertise on Facebook until Facebook takes action.
Why I'll Keep Fighting For The Merida I Created
huffingtonpost.com
3 mentions — 22 hours ago
I have been overwhelmed at the supportive response that A Mighty Girl's petition on Change.org has gotten and I'm thrilled and optimistic because of it.But we're not done. Regardless of the support the petition has received, the campaign is not over. And it is still important to speak ...
Bradley Manning Support Network
bradleymanning.org
5 mentions — 7 months ago
October 19, 2011. Juan Mendez, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on Torture, confirmed yesterday that the Department of Defense has blocked his requests for an unmonitored meeting with PFC Bradley Manning, the accused WikiLeaks whistleblower. Read Original Post »October 19, 2011. By Emma Cape, Bradley Manning Support Network. Many people who advocate for democracy and social justice
Op-ed: Boy Scouts Must Complete the Inclusion Process to Remain Relevant
Advocate.com
3 mentions — 15 hours ago
There is more work to do, say the leader of GLAAD and the lawyer who argued Boy Scouts of America vs. James Dale before the Supreme Court in 2000. Thirteen years ago, the United States Supreme Court answered one of two questions that had been brought before the ...
Advertisers respond to Facebook campaign, images of gender-based violence
Fem2pt0
2 mentions — 27 minutes ago
May 24, 2013Written by Emmily BristolAdvertising & Media , Media , Popular Culture , Violence Against Women , WomenJust days since a massive campaign was launched by a coalition of more than 40 groups and individuals, advertisers have already begun to act swiftly about seeing their ads adjacent ...
Thailand Threatens to Censor Online Critics of Prime Minister
Global Voices Advocacy
2 mentions — 20 hours ago
When it comes to controlling information online, the Thai government has had a busy month. In addition to suing Thai Rath cartoonist Chai Rachawat for defamation, the government of Thailand is now threatening to close down websites that insult the Prime Minister.Chai Rachawat posted a Facebook photo with ...
UN World Food Program
United Nations World Food Programme - Fighting Hu...
2 mentions — 4 days ago
As long as Ali’s children go to school, he’s eligible to receive for each an annual ration from WFP of 150 kg of wheat and eight kg of fortified vegetable oil. Copyright: WFP/Barry CameAli Mohamed Ghaleb’s five daughters give him a special interest in supporting the innovative Food ...
SocialGood
plussocialgood.org
2 mentions — 1 day ago
Through a dynamic mix of online connections and real-world events, +SocialGood will provide a place where connectors can collaborate, share best practices, influence local and global agendas, and find new ways to translate their vision into action.Explore this site to get a sneak peek of what we’re working ...
"I'm Not A Lawyer, But ...": Right-Wing Media Disagree With Legal Experts On Fifth Amendment
Media Matters for America
2 mentions — 1 hour ago
Right-wing media figures argued that Internal Revenue Service official Lois Lerner waived her Fifth Amendment rights at a congressional hearing by declaring her innocence before invoking those rights. By contrast, legal experts say Lerner's statement did not negate her constitutional protections.Fox's Napolitano: Fifth Amendment Is "An All-Or-Nothing Proposition." ...
It's Called Freedom Of The Press For A Reason
Media Matters for America
2 mentions — 1 hour ago
In one of his final opinions as a Supreme Court Justice, Hugo Black in the 1971 Pentagon Papers case wrote that "The Government's power to censor the press was abolished so that the press would remain forever free to censure the Government." The Court's 6-3 decision granted the ...
Gay Boy Scout Camp Counselor Fired on Camera After Coming Out: 'I Wish You Hadn't Done That' -VIDEO |News | Towleroad
Towleroad
3 mentions — 1 day ago
Eric Jones, a 19-year-old prominent and committed member of the Boy Scouts of America was kicked out last July because he came out as gay to the director of the organization's annual Summer Camp in Missouri.Not only was he immediately removed from the camp because of their anti-gay ...
Fox Turns To Whitewater Counsel Robert Ray To Push For Special Counsel To Investigate IRS
Media Matters for America
2 mentions — 3 hours ago
In addition to reviewing print and online media, Media Matters monitors at least 150 hours of television and radio each week. This section features highlights (or low-lights) from our monitoring efforts, other noteworthy clips as well as original videos.Fox News figures scapegoated Islam and promoted Islamophobia following an ...
Fox Smears State Department Official Amid Nomination For Role In Benghazi Talking Points
Media Matters for America
2 mentions — 4 hours ago
Amid reports that former State Department spokesperson Victoria Nuland was nominated by President Obama to a higher post, Fox News immediately engaged its smear machine to launch a false attack on her, claiming she had mislead Congress and the American people about terrorist groups possibly involved in the ...
Join Us in Malaysia for Tech Empowerment Event WomenDeliver+SocialGood
mashable.com
2 mentions — 18 hours ago
Building on our long-standing commitment to social good, Mashable is thrilled to announce our next event, WomenDeliver+SocialGood.This summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on May 27 at 7 p.m. MYT, will address how digital tools can address the challenges women and girls face across the world.WomenDeliver+SocialGood is being held ...
New Head Of CIA National Clandestine Service Featured In Wikileaks Cables On Torture Case
FDL News Desk
2 mentions — 3 days ago
The new head of the CIA National Clandestine Service, Francis “Frank” Archibald, is listed in the Wikileaks Cables as authoring a confidential report from the U.S. Embassy in Pakistan regarding the naming of the embassy legal attache in a detainee torture case. Archibald discloses his involvement in communicating ...
Win a pair of tickets to the Sound of Change concert!
trust.org
2 mentions — 1 day ago
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