Posts Tagged ‘human rights’

Spread the Access

In light of recent events in the Middle East, I find this initiative beyond cool. Access is a global movement for digital freedom, one which aims to bring access to internet and other forms of technology for all – especially in countries where

Muse MK Ultra

This beautiful music video by band Muse makes a visually powerful comment on human trafficking. The video has been created as a part of the MTV EXIT (End Exploitation And Trafficking) campaign. In a statement, the band said: “We feel honoured to be a part of this important movement to end modern day slavery. It [...]

CGI Annual Meeting 2010

Last week, on September 21-23, the CGI Annual Meeting 2010 took place in New York. By the end of the event, President Clinton could present an impressive result of 291 Commitments To Action valued at roughly $6 billion, addressing issues from environmental issues poverty, illiteracy and human trafficking to women’s rights. Some of the pledges [...]

Düsseldorf hosts World Children’s Day

Every year since 1954, UNICEF, the organization for children’s rights, organizes the  World’s Children’s Day on behalf of the UN. And although much has changed since then – from family structures to technological development and the distribution of wealth – the basic principle is just as relevant today: It is a world wide commitment to [...]

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