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10/10/10

10/10/10 will be a day of work parties all over the world. Will you join? In every corner of the globe, 350.org will implement climate solutions: solar panels, community gardens, wind turbines, bike workshops and more, and tell leaders: "We're getting to work - what about you?"

http://www.350.org/2010

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Ark in the Park

Ark in the Park is a conservation project in northern New Zealand rain forest, at the Cascade Kauri Park in Auckland's Waitakere Ranges Regional Park. By controlling non-native pests and predators, we help restore the ecology of the area to its natural state. TAKE ACTION: Volunteer to help. (Forest and Bird and the Auckland Regional Council)

http://www.arkinthepark.org.nz/

(Added: Fri Jun 12 2009   Hits: 275)

Givealittle

Givealittle.co.nz launched in December 2008 and is a web based social enterprise; a place to connect to with causes and charities online. Givealittle.co.nz provides the public with a place to find projects and organisations doing work that they wish to support with time or money.

http://www.givealittle.co.nz/default.aspx

(Added: Mon Apr 06 2009   Modified: Wed Dec 00 0   Hits: 384)

Support the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples: Action Alert

On 13 September 2007, the United Nations (UN) General Assembly adopted the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. The Declaration provides minimum standards of protection for the rights and well-being of indigenous peoples around the world. Its adoption by the General Assembly was described by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights as "a triumph for justice and human dignity" [1] , and by the General Assembly President as a "major step forward towards the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms for all" [2] . The NZ government was one of only four UN member states to vote against the Declaration last year, and is now one of only three that continue to oppose it - extraordinary behaviour by a government that describes itself as "a firm and principled defender of human rights" [3] , and is currently portraying itself as a "credible and committed" candidate for election to the UN Human Rights Council [4] . This action alert, published to mark the first anniversary of the UN Declaration's adoption, has four main sections: 1) background information on the Declaration; 2) comment on the government's position on the Declaration; 3) what you can do to support the Declaration - with suggestions for collective and individual action, including details of an online register of organisations that support the Declaration, and a petition to parliament; and 4) where you can get more information.

http://www.converge.org.nz/pma/decl0908.pdf

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The 42collective

The 42collective is a not-for-profit organisation based in Wellington, New Zealand, which aims to simplify and encourage the shift towards lifestyles that enhance personal wellbeing, maximise resource and energy efficiency and minimise harm to people and the environment - less-cost lifestyles.

http://www.42collective.org.nz/life.html

(Added: Mon Sep 10 2007   Hits: 692)

Get involved with Tradeaid

Trade Aid offer a number of ways you can get involved,. Volunteering, fundraising and purchasing ethically.

http://www.tradeaid.org.nz/Get%20Involved

(Added: Thu Jul 12 2007   Modified: Wed Dec 00 0   Hits: 720)

EngageMedia.org

EngageMedia.org is a website distributing video about social and environmental justice issues in Southeast Asia, Australia and the Pacific. It's a space for critical documentary, fiction, artistic and experimental works that challenge the one-way communication of the mainstream media. EngageMedia aims to demystify and provide access to new video distribution technologies, create an online archive of independent video productions using Open Content licenses and form a peer network of video makers, educators and screening organisations. The website welcome contributions that give context to the actions and issues of our times, in a variety of styles and genres, whether it's documentary, fiction or experimental. The site is moderated but very much participant driven.

http://www.engagemedia.org/

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Oxfam Unwrapped: Clever Gift Ideas

Any time you need a gift Oxfam unwrapped has the solution. Give five buckets, buy radio airtime, give a donkey, take away a gun, buy a box of condoms, buy fairtrade certification for a plantation, or many other things, to people Oxfam can assist with your money.

http://www.oxfamunwrapped.org.nz/shopping.asp

(Added: Wed Nov 08 2006   Modified: Wed Dec 00 0   Hits: 832)

Keeping It Legal

This online resource has been developed by the New Zealand Government as a resource for community organisations, groups, trusts and societies so that they can have simple, accurate information about their legal obligations. (New Zealand Federation of Voluntary Welfare Organisations & Office for the Community and Voluntary Sector, 25 September 2006)

http://www.keepingitlegal.net.nz/

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Goodbooks, the online bookstore with a conscience

Every time you buy a book from Goodbooks - any book - all profits are contributed to Oxfam to help fight its global battle against poverty and social injustice. There is no extra cost to you. The books - fiction and nonfiction, of all genres - are not marked up to cover this contribution; prices remain among the lowest you will find, and delivery world wide is completely free. With over two million titles in stock our range is one of the largest and our international delivery times cannot be beaten.

https://www.goodbooksnz.co.nz/

(Added: Thu Sep 07 2006   Modified: Wed Dec 00 0   Hits: 970)

Make a submission to a Select Committee

Have your say on legislation passing through Parliament. Select committees invite your input on the items of business listed on ths website. The closing date for submissions is given along with information about where to send your submission.

http://www.parliament.nz/en-NZ/SC/SubmCalled/

(Added: Mon Sep 04 2006   Hits: 934)

Where to Buy Fair Trade Coffee?

You can get Fair Trade products at all Trade Aid stores around the country. And due to the growth of Fair Trade in New Zealand, there are also hundreds of places to get a fair trade coffee and other fair trade products outside of your local Trade Aid shop. The list is growing every day as retail outlets around the country are getting on board. Check the links below for cafes, restaurants, supermarkets and organic stores who are all supporting fair trade.

http://www.tradeaid.org.nz/Where%20to%20buy%20fair%20trade

(Added: Wed Aug 23 2006   Modified: Wed Dec 00 0   Hits: 678)

Supporting West Papua

If you would like to be part of a West Papua group in Wellington or are wanting to share and find out more about West Papua, subscribe here. If you would like to join the Indonesian Human Rights Committee (based in Auckland) email list contact maire@clear.net.nz

http://lists.riseup.net/www/info/wgtn-westpapua

(Added: Wed Jul 19 2006   Hits: 731)

Food Not Bombs

Food Not Bombs is one of the fastest growing revolutionary movements and is gaining momentum throughout the world. There are hundreds of autonomous chapters sharing free vegetarian food with hungry people and protesting war and poverty. Food Not Bombs is not a charity. This energetic grassroots movement is active throughout the Americas, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and Australia. Food Not Bombs is organizing for peace and an end to the occupations of Iraq, Afghanistan and Palestine. For over 25 years the movement has worked to end hunger and has supported actions to stop the globalization of the economy, restrictions to the movements of people, end exploitation and the destruction of the earth. On this website you can find out about your local Food Not Bombs, or how to start up your own. (Food Not Bombs, 2006)

http://www.foodnotbombs.net/index.html

(Added: Wed May 24 2006   Modified: Thu Jun 01 2006   Hits: 1030)

RMS Refugee Resettlement

RMS is Aotearoa-New Zealand's refugee resettlement agency. RMS is a not for profit organisation. RMS trains volunteers and provides social workers to assist refugees to resettle once they have arrived in New Zealand. RMS volunteers are trained to be able to complete the tasks that refugee families need to attend to but do not have local knowledge of, such as, enrolling their children in school, connecting power and phone to their HNZ home, locating a suitable local doctor, connecting with their ethnic communities.

http://www.refugeeservices.org.nz/how_you_can_help

(Added: Fri Mar 24 2006   Modified: Wed Dec 00 0   Hits: 840)

Open Door

The Open Door project gives access to TV3 Network television to selected individuals and groups of New Zealanders. If you're involved in an issue, a cause or an activity that you want people to know about, you can apply to make your own television documentary. Have a look at a clip from the show, check out the background section, and, if you think it's for you, click on the apply button and submit your information.

http://www.opendoor.net.nz/

(Added: Wed Feb 22 2006   Modified: Thu Jun 08 2006   Hits: 1026)

Oxfam New Zealand: Take Action  pop

World trade can be an engine for growth and development in order to lift millions out of poverty. The WTO recently confirmed its rulings that rich countries' subsidizing their farmers and dumping surplus crops on poor countries is illegal. You can help struggling farmers by joining the campaign to ask world leaders to deliver trade justice now.

http://www.oxfam.org.nz/index.asp?s1=what%20you%20can%20do

(Added: Fri Oct 28 2005   Modified: Wed Dec 00 0   Hits: 1173)

Just Focus  pop

Just Focus is a project for young people, by young people, to engage with issues that affect us in Aotearoa New Zealand, the Pacific, and globally.The goals of the project are responsible global citizenship and change for a just world. The Just Focus project connects a community of young people and provides an way to:
* Be active in becoming informed about issues facing the world today.
* Discuss these topics with other like-minded young people.
* Provide inspiration and tools to take action.

http://www.justfocus.org.nz/

(Added: Fri Aug 19 2005   Modified: Thu Jun 08 2006   Hits: 1226)

Guide to What You Can Do Following a Disaster [PDF 165.7 kb]  pop

Disaster events around the world are often accompanied by stories and images of destruction and suffering that can elicit an immediate desire to help those who have been hit. This guide provides some options on what you can do and also some of the issues you should consider so you can make an informed decision on how you can help those affected by disasters overseas. It is aimed at Aotearoa New Zealand residents. By Justin Kemp, Dev-Zone Information Officer, 2005.

http://www.globalfocus.org.nz/infoservices/downloads/DisasterGuide.pdf

(Added: Mon Jul 25 2005   Modified: Wed Dec 00 0   Hits: 1312)

Peace Movement Aotearoa - What's on Where

PMA is the national networking peace organisation in Aotearoa/New Zealand. Their focus is networking information on peace, social justice and human rights issues; they are committed to social change and resolution of conflict through non-violent means. Their webpage includes information on upcoming events around the country and ways to take action.

http://www.converge.org.nz/pma/date.htm

(Added: Wed Jun 01 2005   Modified: Wed Dec 00 0   Hits: 916)