After more than 180,000 DFA and CREDO members signed a petition to Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi — and thousands more flooded her phone lines — the former Speaker of the House told an assembly of union workers on Wednesday: “No on Fast Track… out of the question.” This amazing news, first reported …
US$68.9bn Flowed Illegally into or out of Emerging EU Economies in 2011, Fueling Crime, Corruption, Tax Evasion
US$68.9 Billion Flowed Illegally into or out of Emerging EU Economies in 2011, Fueling Crime, Corruption, Tax Evasion GFI Urges EU Parliament Legislators to Follow UK’s Lead, Ban Anonymous Shell Companies Anonymous Shell Companies are a Major Conduit of Illegal Funds; Public Registries of Beneficial Ownership are the “Gold …
2013 highlights of our advocacy work on environmental, social and governance issues
Zevin Asset Management 2013 SRI advocacy highlights 2013 highlights of our advocacy work on environmental, social and governance issues At Zevin Asset Management, we are committed to social change and are actively involved in many efforts to improve sustainability, respect for civil rights and liberties, and economic justice. We are …
Further Your Activism: Toolkits, Grants, and Volunteer Opportunities on World Pulse
October 2013: World Pulse Community Opportunities Act Quickly! Free Film Screening Kits October marks the 13th anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 1325, the UN’s landmark commitment to women in conflict situations. Resolution 1325 makes clear that peace and equality between men and women are inextricably …
SVN Fall Conference 2013, October 17-20
Social Venture Network Announces 2013 Innovation Awards Winners Meet the next generation of world-changing entrepreneurs August 7, 2013 – San Francisco – A soccer ball that never deflates. A sandal that sends girls to school. A piece of paper that keeps food from spoiling. From refrigerators to …
MSA Becomes A Member Of The International Green Energy Council
Press Release July 17, 2013 11:00AM EST MSA Group Becomes A Member Of The International Green Energy Council
EMAGAZINE: The Global Girl Tipping Point
We at Ethical Markets salute Malala and support the campaign for education for all children! – Hazel Henderson, Editor Donate | Subscribe EMAGAZINE: The Global Girl Tipping Point JULY 2013 In October 2012, the Taliban attempted to assassinate 15-year-old Pakistani girls education activist Malala Yousafzai. In response, the …
Business Leaders Continue Call to Action on U.S. Climate Policy by Signing the Climate Declaration
http://www.ceres.org/press/press-releases/business-leaders-continue-call-to-action-on-u.s.-climate-policy-by-signing-the-climate-declaration FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Business Leaders Continue Call to Action on U.S. Climate Policy by Signing the Climate Declaration The Weather Company, K2 Sports and Others Join More Than 600 Companies in Push for National Action on Climate Change For more information, contact · Brian Bowen — Ceres | [email protected] | phone: 617-247-0700 x 148 | cell: 617-257-6626 BOSTON, MA Jul 10, …
Small business owners support Obama’s clean energy and environmental policies, poll shows Charles Dharapak/AP – Most entrepreneurs support the administration’s proposals to curb global warming and invest in clean energy, according to a new poll. 0 Share to Facebook Share on Twitter Add to PersonalPost Save to Kindle Share via Email …
PCI Messenger – Post Carbon Institute Goes to Washington
contents 1. new fellow 2. latest publications 3. resilience picks 4. transition us update 5. events It may be an exaggeration to say that the nation’s capital was built on a swamp, but being there with temperatures hovering at 90°F (32°C) and humidity at nearly 100%, you …