Social Justice

is part of international network of anti-trafficking organizations devoted to protect children and end their commercial sexual exploitation. Among its many programs ECPAT-USA works with schools to train students to be advocates in their communities, educating them on the facts, misconceptions and risks of trafficking. https://www.ecpatusa.org

A feature interview with Truthout, an organization which works to spark action through investigative reporting and critical analysis to reveal systemic injustice and provide a platform for transformative ideas. In this shorter version of the ideas presented in his book World Poverty and Human Rights) Dr. Pogge points out that social rules imposed by countries and corporations with vested interests are susceptible to moral analysis, and that we who elect and fund these governments are not just innocent bystanders. (See also a summary of Dr. Pogge’s presentation at our 2013 conference at the UN. The Report is on our website)

A guide to understanding the convention and child rights in general

Produces original investigative journalism to make institutional power more transparent and accountable; reports on topics such as toxic deception, money interests behind presidential candidates, the black market on animals, the business of war and more.

Named after the North Star that guided American slaves to freedom along the Underground Railroad, envisions, as its mission, a world without slavery. It does so by successfully pushing for stronger federal and state legislation, operating the National Human Trafficking Resource Center hotline 888-373-7888, conducting training programs and providing vital services to victims of trafficking. http://www.polarisproject.org

Chronicles the two -year journey of British filmmaker Jeremy Gilley to convince world leaders and the UN to create a specific date for an annual global ceasefire (Sept.21st).

Their goal is to shift the collective unconscious from a fear-based military culture to one grounded in faith and justice. One initiative is their "I will not kill" youth movement against gun violence and war. They supply videos, a fellowship magazine "Witness", a newsletter, a blog, books, pamphlets, greeting cards, postcards, music and films on the theme of peace.

Founded by chef Alice Waters to assist educators worldwide in building and sharing an edible education curriculum. Provides 3-5 days on site professional development w/ongoing coaching and planning assistance, and a site license to their Curriculum Resource Center, a subscription based digital library of resources with lesson plans tied to common core standards.  Info at Edible Schoolyard

Provides resources for high schools on the history and legal concept of genocide, downloadable lesson plans on the violence in Darfur and Rwanda, and an annual film festival.

Samantha Power, former US ambassador to the UN, is eloquent on the subject of refugees. Here is her 2016 speech at the US Institute of Peace.

This film by Lori Silverbush, opened in theatres March1, 2013, and is also on itunes and On Demand, highlights the problem of childhood hunger in America. Approximately 1 in 4 children, some 17 million, go to bed hungry. This is especially problematic in school situations, where it is usually unrecognized as a cause of lethargy and poor work.

Bitter Seeds 2011, the 3rd in a trilogy by Teddy Bear Films, (the 2nd, China Blue 2008, investigated sweatshop conditions in the clothes we buy) is an emotionally powerful documentary that sheds light on the crisis in India created by Monsanto’s genetically engineered cotton, their false promises and ruthless monopolization. The result was that ¼ million farmers over a sixteen-year period committed suicide (approximately 1 every 30 minutes), most by drinking pesticide. This film, which has won multiple awards, was shown in the Human Rights Watch Film Festival in June, 2012, and is available on DVD. For screenings in theatres around the country see their website http://teddybearfilms.com

A platform for a community of businesses and consumers to buy better through the use of their supply chain transparency tool called FRDM®. We started in 2011 by partnering with the United States State Department to build the world’s first ever Slavery Footprint platform, combining product data with consumer purchase data to provide footprints to close to 30 million people worldwide.

Builds networks of integrated schools and shared communities throughout the country. (See the media section for their film Bridge Over the Wadi). Also provides ideas about starting a hand-in-hand group in your community, hosting an educational event etc.