Charity and activism
Anything to do with Charity and activism
Ismael
@Ismael -
2 months ago
Yasmine Mohammed: Activist fights Islamist extremism and antisemitism
The West doesn’t even understand how it’s slowly committing suicide. There must be greater vigilance, education, and critical thinking to counter these challenges,’ says Mohammed.
8 minutes read
Jimmy
@Jimmy -
almost 5 years ago
Katy Perry for President? 11 Times She's Basically Been on the Campaign Trail
Over the course of her career, Katy Perry has gone from bubblegum pop dream to "purposeful pop" leader -- not only through her music, but also through her actions.Yes, she's been a longtime advocate for a number of issues, including gun control, LGBTQ rights, women's righ...continued
8 minutes read
Roger
@Roger -
7 months ago
These TikTok influencers exploit trending topics and hashtags to get political
A number of influencers are using trending hashtags and video formats across social media platforms to discuss otherwise serious issues such as war, LGBTQ rights and abortion access. In fact, it's become a popular strategy to entice people to watch political …
8 minutes read
Erik
@Erik -
over 1 year ago
The Fatal Message of Synodal Activism
What is currently being pursued under the name of “synodality” represents the continuation of the Tridentine hierarchy-centered understanding of the Church. Such immobilism risks making Christianity irrelevant.
8 minutes read
Moises
@Moises -
over 3 years ago
Billionaire Couple Pledges to Give Away 5% a Year—and Gets Dunked On
Photo Illustration by The Daily Beast / Photo via AP When former Enron trader and billionaire hedge-fund manager John Arnold and his wife, Laura, announced plans to donate 5 percent of their net worth to charity every year, they may have expected a pat on th…
8 minutes read
Rahsaan
@Rahsaan -
about 3 years ago
How Today’s Environmental Challenges Will Change The Art World
“These crises are emerging out of environmental challenges and social justice challenges that are very present. Going back to business as usual is going to sound unconvincing.” – The Art Newspaper
8 minutes read
Liliane
@Liliane -
over 3 years ago
Why Sustainably-Minded Fashion Brand Nagnata Is Rewriting The Rules On Seasonal Drops & Sales
Nagnata’s mantra, which is “Movements Not Seasons,” as each collection is defined by ‘movements’ as opposed to ‘seasons’.
8 minutes read
Cynthia
@Cynthia -
about 5 years ago
The VIP Lounge with Enes Kanter
The VIP Lounge with Enes KanterEnes Kanter is excited to be making his debut with the Boston Celtics. “I love being in Boston,” said the 6-foot, 11-inch center. “From day one, everybody has opened their arms and given me a warm welcome.” The Swiss-born athlete, who was ra...continued
6 minutes read
Elaina
@Elaina -
over 4 years ago
Soros and the Coronavirus pandemic
Billionaire George Soros uses his political-philanthropic private foundations' global network to induce chaos to change the capitalistic democratic systems that prevailed since the end of WWII. Soros aims to reshape the world according to his purported wily Open Society p...continued
7 minutes read
Josiah
@Josiah -
11 months ago
Headed into Election Year, Proud Boys Appear to be on Decline
Data collected by VICE News shows the far-right street fighting group has drastically cut back on public appearances over the last year.
8 minutes read
Alexandro
@Alexandro -
over 1 year ago
Career makeover! How ex reality TV star Zara McDermott, who's heading for Strictly, went from Lov...
The Essex native, 26, had her first taste of stardom on Love Island in 2018...but her 2021 BBC3 documentary on Revenge Porn re-set her career.
7 minutes read
Kristina
@Kristina -
almost 3 years ago
The Trouble With Trying to Change the World
A Personal Perspective: Do you fear that all your hard work isn’t making enough of a difference? Everyone's threshold of what is “enough” of a contribution to the world is different.
8 minutes read
Immanuel
@Immanuel -
over 5 years ago
Fans mark 10 years since Michael Jackson's death
Fans mark 10 years since Michael Jackson′s deathIt has been 10 years since the death of pop superstar Michael Jackson and fans worldwide continue to mourn their loss, with tributes planned for the anniversary on Tuesday.The "King of Pop," famous for his unique dance moves...continued
5 minutes read
George
@George -
over 2 years ago
Support COINTELPRO Full Disclosure Act : Ramadan Activism Drive
Join MuslimMatters this Ramadan in its first ever Ramadan Activism Drive – an initiative to harness the political power of American Muslims. MuslimMatters is proud to support the coalition led by Justice for All and the Imam Jamil Action Network in advocatin…
8 minutes read
Elliott
@Elliott -
about 2 years ago
A Rare Peek Inside the Vast Right-Wing Conspiracy
For more than four decades, the Council for National Policy, or CNP, has functioned as the secret hub of the radical right, coordinating the activities of right-wing strategists, donors, media platforms, and activists. Its membership and meetings have long be…
7 minutes read
Jessika
@Jessika -
over 2 years ago
BBC’s ‘Then Barbara Met Alan’ – A Love That Ignited Britain’s Disability Rights Movement
Setting new standards for disability inclusion and authentic portrayal, the BBC’s new fact-based drama Then Barbara Met Alan is an account of Britain’s modern-day battle for civil rights and the love story that helped propel it forwards.
8 minutes read
Kristina
@Kristina -
over 2 years ago
Bag designer Clare Vivier isn’t afraid of getting political
The cult brand Clare V. vocally supports reproductive rights and gun control, backlash be damned. Some handbags make a fashion statement; Clare Vivier’s make a political one.Read Full Story
8 minutes read
Wilmer
@Wilmer -
12 months ago
TikTok filters are the latest weapon in online activism — but do they work?
TikTok creators say using this filter will raise money for charity. It's the latest example of digital activism sweeping social media platforms, but it sounds a little too good to be true — so, is it?
7 minutes read
Geovany
@Geovany -
5 months ago
The 12 Best Cookbooks By LGBTQ+ Authors
Celebrate Pride Month and beyond with the best cookbooks by LGBTQ+ authors.
7 minutes read
Ericka
@Ericka -
over 5 years ago
Naomi Campbell says racial diversity is 'not a trend' as she wins Fashion Icon award
Fashion Awards 2019: Naomi Campbell says racial diversity is 'not a trend'Naomi Campbell has spoken about racial diversity in the fashion industry after being unveiled as the recipient of the British Fashion Council’s (BFC) 2019 Fashion Icon award.Following the announceme...continued
4 minutes read
Grayce
@Grayce -
over 2 years ago
Performative Social Media Activism Doesn't Help Ukraine
Stacia Datskovska (Photo credits: Pierre Crom/Getty Images; aviavlad/Adobe Stock; denys_kuvaiev/Adobe Stock) Last Thursday, I watched along with the rest of the world as Russian forces began actively bombing Kyiv—the city where I spent my childhood.…
8 minutes read
Kari
@Kari -
10 months ago
Time to Get Rid of the Chevron Ruling
The burden of overregulation weighs heavily upon American industry. It saddles the business world with burdens that stifle initiative and diminish profits. One Supreme Court decision that reinforces and codifies this government regulation is Chevr...
7 minutes read
Marjory
@Marjory -
over 3 years ago
Plant-Based Innovator Veggie Grill Opens Stand-up Burgers In Berkeley; The Unapologetically Indul...
It's time to eat like you give a shake and stand up for change. Created by the team at Veggie Grill, Stand-Up Burgers, the 100 percent plant-based fast...
8 minutes read
Marie
@Marie -
almost 5 years ago
Coldplay no-tour plan highlights growing climate awareness
Coldplay no-tour plan highlights growing climate awarenessLONDON: British band Coldplay on Friday (Nov 22) won plaudits for shelving a new album tour over environmental concerns, in the latest sign of climate change activism in the music industry.The World Wildlife Fund (...continued
4 minutes read
George
@George -
over 2 years ago
Web3 activists fight for reproductive rights with NFTs, DAOs and protests
Following the overturn of Roe v. Wade, the Web3 community has been raising funds and awareness for women’s reproductive rights through NFT projects, DAOs and protests.
7 minutes read