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Oxfam International NonProfit Organization

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Wed, 10 Jan 2007 09:02:00 EDT

Info about Oxfam International

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Published: Jan 10, 2007

Scarlett Johansson Annie Lennox Coldplay Become Oxfam Global Ambassadors

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 15:00:00 EDT

Oxfam announced on Tuesday the official launch of its Global Ambassador program This group will be composed of international celebrities including Scarlett Johansson Colin Firth Coldplay and Annie Lennox

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Published: Jul 27, 2007

Scarlett Johansson Joins Forces with Oxfam

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Sat, 10 Mar 2007 08:13:00 EDT

Starlet Scarlett Johansson has joined international agency Oxfams commitment to end poverty after a tenday tour with the organization through India and Sri Lanka

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Published: Mar 10, 2007

Is Starbucks a ModernDay Slavemaster

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Wed, 03 Jan 2007 22:26:00 EDT

Black Gold Documentary and Oxfam Campaign Accuse Starbucks of Paying Pennies to Ethiopian Coffee Growers

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Published: Jan 03, 2007

Report Gulf Coast Recovery Falls Woefully Short

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Sat, 01 Sep 2007 11:29:00 EDT

The Institute for Southern Studies explores the failures so far in Gulf Coast recovery since 2005s hurricanes Katrina and Rita

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Published: Sep 01, 2007

Report Suggests Humanitarian Situation in Iraq Worsening

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 16:36:00 EDT

Report shows how many Iraqis are negatively affected by the situation in their country

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Published: Jul 30, 2007

Millions of Iraqis Are in Crisis Lacking Basic Food Water and Shelter

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 17:12:00 EDT

Eight million Iraqis are in need of emergency aid in the form of basic food water and shelter Putting that number into perspective nearly one out of every three Iraqis is suffering from hunger lack of water and inadequate protection from the elements

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Published: Jul 30, 2007

Not Your Average Christmas Present Unique Charities to Look Into

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 05:30:00 EDT

It can be a daunting task to try and choose a charity to donate to anytime but most especially if you are wanting to make a donation around Christmas

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Published: Oct 03, 2007

Advertising Causes Me Therapy

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 10:35:00 EDT

Rambling about advertising

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Published: Nov 08, 2007

Best Places to Buy Organic Coffee Online

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 10:21:00 EDT

If you have no intention of kicking your coffee habit in the near future at least you can contribute to a worthy cause by choosing organic or fair trade instead Heres where to find only the best

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Published: Aug 01, 2007

Is Alpha Phi Omega the Fraternity for You

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Sun, 09 Sep 2007 16:01:00 EDT

There really is a fraternity that is about more than just having pledge week frat parties and networking for a job Alph Phi Omega is a fraternity that actually calls upon college young people to reach out and serve the needs of others

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Published: Sep 09, 2007

NGOs the SelfAppointed Altruists

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 04:24:00 EDT

Always selfappointed they answer to no constituency Though unelected and ignorant of local realities they confront the democratically chosen and those who voted them into office

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Published: Jun 20, 2007

A Guide to Londons Best Vintage Clothing Shops

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 16:33:00 EDT

The vintage clothing offer in London is at least said big Read this guide to find the real gems

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Published: Jun 12, 2007

How to Put an End to Sweatshops

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 22:49:00 EDT

A short list of the things you can do right now about sweatshops This list was developed in the course of writing the Book Blood Sweat and Tears by Farzin Mojtabai about the impact of politics Globalization and consumerism on the atrocity of sweatshop labor

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Published: Jun 20, 2007

Hunger Support a Charitable Cause on a Budget

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 09:59:00 EDT

Information about various sites offering visitors opportunities to support the cause of ending hunger with no money

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Published: Jun 26, 2007

Annual Waxploitation Album is Announced

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 16:54:00 EDT

There is so much which can be accomplished when we all just do a little bit

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Published: Nov 09, 2007

US Unyielding Over Agricultural Subsidies at WTO Talks

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Thu, 21 Jun 2007 12:43:00 EDT

A new study has been released saying that eliminating cotton subsidies to US farmers from the government could allow African cotton farmers to have an additional 114 in annual incomea six percent raise

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Published: Jun 21, 2007

Health Coalition Big Pharmaceutical Should Show Tell Its Charitable Giving

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Thu, 26 Jul 2007 14:43:00 EDT

Big Pharma has used its charitable and educational funding to influence key public policy debates affect doctors prescribing decisions and overpromote diseases and drug treatments

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Published: Jul 26, 2007

Book Review Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 17:36:00 EDT

My threefold love affair with Jon Krakauers Into the Wild began with the release of the movie soundtrack with songs written and performed by Eddie Vedder My curiosity about the book was piqued soon afterward as I saw it displayed at all of the local booksellers

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Published: Nov 23, 2007

Miss Hamiltons Legacy

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 11:27:50 EDT

Ever since Pagan times people have always celebrated in the Autumn usually in thanks for a good harvest

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Published: Jul 30, 2008

The Question of Poverty and Hunger

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Tue, 20 May 2008 06:41:57 EDT

A look at hunger asking the vital questions who what where when and why

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Published: May 20, 2008

Outsourcing for Multinationals Does it Work

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 11:44:57 EDT

An overview of outsourcing American jobs to countries overseas for less wages

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Published: Sep 12, 2008

Ethiopia Then and Now

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:45:13 EDT

An exploration of Ethiopias troubled yet eclectic history from antiquity up to modern times

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Published: Sep 12, 2008

Why Does the World Ignore Africa

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 17:37:29 EDT

A deeply written case study on why the world ignores Africa the conflicts the continent faces and how people can be more aware to the continent

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Published: Oct 01, 2008

Ebay Giving WorksDonating to Charity Five Dollars at a Time

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 18:06:40 EDT

If you sell on eBay you can donate a percentage of your selling price to one of your favorite charities

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Published: Sep 13, 2008

Giving Hurts Other People

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 10:36:16 EDT

Giving things away feels good at the time In the long run it prevents others from earning the fair value of goods and services

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Published: Jun 05, 2008

Scarlett Johnansson Would You Pay 40000 to Meet Her

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 14:06:43 EDT

This is an article on an EBay auction for charity which will allow you to meet actress Scarlett Johnansson

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Published: Mar 12, 2008

Adopting a Pet This Holiday Season Think Again

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 11:15:00 EDT

Is your child begging for a pet this holiday season Here are some tips to help get you off the hook

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Published: Nov 30, 2007

Last Day of G8 Some Issues Resolved Some Not

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 15:06:00 EDT

The leaders of the G8 have warned Iran about its nuclear program and have ordered that if it doesnt stop its uranium enrichment program that they will adopt further measures

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Published: Jun 08, 2007

Guideposts Knit for Kids Program Helps 400000 Kids with Sweaters

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 12:09:39 EDT

Ten years ago a magazine article planted the seed of a program thats now given more than 400000 hand made sweaters to needy kids around the world

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Published: Jan 11, 2008

The Best Organic Coffee

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 09:04:46 EDT

This is a review of two organic coffee roasters and their products It includes the names and locations of the companies some of their products pricing and where to get their offerings

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Published: Feb 08, 2008

Promoting Global Education

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 13:12:44 EDT

discusses global education

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Published: Feb 25, 2008

Meaningful Christmas Gifts Giving Charitable Gifts in a Loved Ones Name

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 14:12:00 EDT

This year if you are looking for something really meaningful to give to your friends or family why not consider giving a charitable gift in their name to a family or person in need

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Published: Nov 14, 2007

The Saddest Site on the Net

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 17:55:00 EDT

In all our attempts at humanitarian efforts all our liberating wars in which we seem to be on a mission to free the world of oppression in all forms we Americans sure dont seem to be doing enough to help the smallest and most vulnerable victims

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Published: Mar 19, 2007

Careers for Graduates with a Degree in Environmental Studies

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Fri, 25 Aug 2006 13:19:00 EDT

A degree in Environmental Studies reflects interdisciplinary undergraduate work that qualifies graduates for jobs in a wide variety of areas Generally work involves problem solving and compromises between the needs of progress and people

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Published: Aug 25, 2006

Careers for Graduates with a Degree in Public Health

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Mon, 21 Aug 2006 23:40:00 EDT

In a disease laden world there are more than enough jobs for graduates with a degree in public health Positions are available in government clinics international agencies even magazines anywhere where health is an issue

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Published: Aug 21, 2006

Careers for Graduates with a Degree in Nutrition

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Fri, 06 Oct 2006 15:49:00 EDT

Nutrition has become a major concern among Americans Graduates who have trained in nutrition will be surprised at the wide variety of locations that seek to employ knowledgeable nutritionists

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Published: Oct 06, 2006

You Can Help Stop the Genocide in Darfur

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Thu, 26 Oct 2006 14:00:00 EDT

The genocide in Darfur has already caused the death of over 400000 civilians Millions are homeless and starving Rape is commonplace Relief organizations are underfunded and endangered Every individual needs to act now to stop this Learn how and why

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Published: Oct 26, 2006

Charitable Organizations Helping in Africa

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Thu, 16 Nov 2006 08:52:00 EDT

Africas many countries face many problems including famine war lack of basic necessities and ineffective governments Here are some international organizations that exist to help bring hope to the continent

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Published: Nov 16, 2006

Careers for Graduates with a Degree in Latin American Studies

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Thu, 26 Oct 2006 10:21:00 EDT

There are Canada and the United Sates then there are a lot of countries that dont speak English as a first language Knowing about those countries through Latin American Studies can be the key to interesting and exciting employment

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Published: Oct 26, 2006

Sweatshops and Child Labor in the Production of Soccer Balls

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Tue, 11 Jul 2006 07:48:00 EDT

Soccer or the more appropriate Global term Football is often kicked around in the Globalization debate The World Cup is a time of exuberant fandom but also a time when Human Rights advocates have to put in overtime to progress the truth

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Published: Jul 11, 2006

Gap Inc And Sweatshops

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Fri, 02 Jun 2006 13:12:00 EDT

When companies like Gap Inc take initiative in creating a transparent supply chain they invest the apparel industrys future in social responsibility

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Published: Jun 02, 2006

Sustainable Development A First and Second Generation Human Right

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Thu, 26 Jan 2006 12:08:00 EDT

This article describes the human rights issues surrounding sustainable development and looks at two organizations which work with in the movement

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Published: Jan 26, 2006

El Salvador and the Lasting Effects of US Aid

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Mon, 07 Nov 2005 19:17:00 EDT

During the cold war the US was siphoning weapons and propaganda through countries which were wartorn already We did not help to abolish these problems only perpetuate them Now El Salvador is under the shroud of communist influence

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Published: Nov 07, 2005

Graduation Gifts

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Mon, 17 Apr 2006 16:01:00 EDT

There are millions of possible graduation gifts In selecting the right gift for a student think about your relationship and try to give a gift which reflects that connection

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Published: Apr 17, 2006

Rural Tourism in Southwest Morocco

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Tue, 25 Apr 2006 17:03:00 EDT

Discovering Moroccan treasures off the beaten path A Moroccan womens cooperative empowers women by creating jobs providing literacy programs protecting the threatened argan forest and producing delicious products from the argan tree

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Published: Apr 25, 2006

Nike and Sweatshops

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Tue, 02 May 2006 06:22:00 EDT

Is Nike Inc an economic savior lifting Global labor standards or a cause in sweatshop labor motivated by profits The debate over Nikes Sweatshop factories has painted the companys reputation many colors across the spectrum of global Labor Rights

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Published: May 02, 2006

The Best Free Animated Christmas ECards

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Tue, 28 Nov 2006 20:59:00 EDT

Animated Christmas ecards are a free easy and dynamic way to share the holiday spirit with your friends and family Read on discover the best sources for animated Christmas ecards and get ready to spread some playful Christmas cheer

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Published: Nov 28, 2006

CharitiesHolidays As a Time for Giving Back

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Sat, 02 Dec 2006 20:24:00 EDT

There are many ways to use the holidays as a time for giving back Donations can be made to local charities but you may wish to consider some of these international charitable organizations as well

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Published: Dec 02, 2006

Earthquake Rocks Indonesia Kills 70

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Tue, 06 Mar 2007 13:11:00 EDT

Late last night at 1049 local time in Indonesia an earthquake rocked the western Sumatra region of Indonesia near the town of Padang According the US Geological Survey the earthquake reached a magnitude of 63

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Published: Mar 06, 2007

Coldplay to Create New Album

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Mon, 05 Mar 2007 08:28:00 EDT

For the first time in two years the British band Coldplay will release a new CD

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Published: Mar 05, 2007

Use Your Computer for Good

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 16:54:00 EDT

Charitable web searches and distributed computing are just a few of the many ways to use your computer to create positive social change

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Published: Mar 22, 2007

Helping the People of Darfur

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Wed, 28 Mar 2007 09:04:00 EDT

We see the horrific images from Dafur on television and on the Internet We want to help prevent the loss of life in Darur But how These nonprofits are dedicated to relieving Darfur with your help

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Published: Mar 28, 2007

Where Education is Nill Helping Those Who Cant Pay for Education

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Wed, 02 May 2007 08:28:00 EDT

In many countries education is hard to come by Parents cant afford it all the time if the government overloks it So educated locals lend a hand Dispite governmant portest

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Published: May 02, 2007

Coldplays Chris Martin Turns 30

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Fri, 02 Mar 2007 09:25:00 EDT

Chris Martin born on March 2 1977 in Devon England turns 30 today He is lead singer song writer guitarist and pianist for the band Coldplay He has a degree in Ancient World Studies He is married to Gwyneth Paltrow and a parent to their two children

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Published: Mar 02, 2007

Click to Donate and Make a Difference

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 16:55:00 EDT

Visit click to donate sites to make free donations to great causes

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Published: Mar 13, 2007

Cheap Alternatives to Buying Christmas Gifts

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Thu, 21 Dec 2006 15:04:00 EDT

If you are sick of the commercialisation of Christmas and you are looking for alternatives to buying Christmas gifts make sure to read on These tips will help bring the real spirit of Christmas back into your life and the life of your friends and family

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Published: Dec 21, 2006

Top Ten Truly Unique Gifts for the Holidays

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Mon, 27 Nov 2006 20:15:00 EDT

Tired of buying the same old stuff for your friends and family This list of ten web sites will take you to new and fascinating ideas for the holidays and beyond

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Published: Nov 27, 2006

Black Gold The Documentary About Americas Favorite Addiction

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Fri, 05 Jan 2007 15:01:00 EDT

Fair Trade extends to a great deal of coffees from around the world it is a solution to bring Ethiopian farmers out of the aid trap and into world trade Black Gold address the imperative of supporting farmers from the Ethiopia the motherland of coffee

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Published: Jan 05, 2007

Resisting Violence Against Women

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Sun, 04 Feb 2007 23:38:00 EDT

This article depicts the Forms of Violence against Women and the remedies how to reisist it

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Published: Feb 04, 2007

US Debt Collector Sues PovertyStricken African Country

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Sat, 17 Feb 2007 10:15:00 EDT

Zambia has fought back against the tactics of a firm which buys international debt about to be written off for a small fraction of the total and sues for the full amount plus costs

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Published: Feb 17, 2007

The City of Edinburgh Scotland A Visitors Guide

By info@associatedcontent.com () — Mon, 21 May 2007 20:57:00 EDT

Edinburgh is a gorgeous city that just happens to be the capital of Scotland As the second most popular tourist destination in the UK this city is more than just bagpipes and haggis Learn about the diversity and beauty that make Edinburgh worth a visit

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Published: May 21, 2007