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Six Archetypes of Youth Change Makers
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Since the founding of TakingITGlobal in 1999, I have been incredibly inspired by my interactions with thousands of young change makers from all around the world. Through my Masters Research on youth-led action in an international context along with exposure to other studies and international conferences examining the role of today's generation of youth as change agents, I have gained an important observation. My observation is that I have seen the emergence of Six Archetypes of Youth Change Makers, which provide a glance at the roles young people are taking on in the process of creating change.
The Dreamer
The Dreamer is the driver behind new ideas. Dreamers are often the first to articulate a long-term vision for the future and think big. It is the sense of aspiration, optimism and imagination of dreamers that drive progress, innovation and change.
The Megaphone
The Megaphone is a vocal advocate for change. Megaphones are very focused on delivering the message and will campaign tirelessly and work hard to lobby for a message to be heard. They inspire action through their words and help to shift priorities on the agenda.
The Spark Plug
The Spark Plug is a catalyst and has a gift for networking and connecting people. The Spark Plug is able to foster collaborations and bring many different organizations and individuals together in dialogue, convincing diverse interest groups to come together for a common goal.
The Task Master
The Task Master is often behind the scenes making things happen and is sometimes the under-rated player within a group or organization. Often, it is the Task Master who literally keeps things together by turning ideas into manageable tasks with actionable timelines. Task Masters are practical, objective-oriented individuals.
The Sherpa
The Sherpa serves as a guide who provides mentorship, insight and training through peer education. Sherpas are natural educators with a strong interest in learning and sharing knowledge. Sherpas value hands on experiences and are able to draw upon the expertise and resources of those they encounter.
The Storyteller
The Storyteller is often the documenter of an organization and its projects, preparing short stories, interviews, blogs, webcasts newsletters and more. Storytellers become a vehicle for spreading inspiration and sharing of best practices through identifying patterns and strengthening movements through recognizing exceptional individuals.
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Israel Peac e Process
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Interfaith Conference in Kazakhstan (Photo: GPO)
During his address today to the Interfaith Conference in Kazakhstan, President Shimon Peres called upon King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz al-Saud of Saudi Arabia to come to Jerusalem, or to meet with him in Riyadh, to initiate discussions that would enable the implementation of their shared vision – the realization of a comprehensive peace between Israel and all the Arab states.
In his address before some 150 leaders of all the world's religions, including a large delegation of imams led by Sheikh Abdullah bin Abdul Mohsin Al-Turki, Secretary General of the World Moslem League and Sheikh Muhammad Sayyid Tantawi, the Grand Imam of Cairo's Al-Azhar Mosque, the Chief Rabbis of Israel and senior Church officials, President Peres called on leaders of the world's religions to separate religion from terror and to condemn religious leaders, who, in the name of God, advocate murder, warfare and bloodshed. The President appealed to his audience to promote peace, both around the world and in the Middle East, and emphasized that Israel's course was one of appeasement and peace with all its neighbors.
It should be noted that all the Arab and Moslem delegates at the conference listened attentively to President Peres' address, and only the Iranian delegate, Mehdi Mostafavi, senior advisor to Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, left the hall, returning only after President Peres had finished his address.
In response to questions by reporters regarding the departure of the Iranian from the conference hall, President Peres stated that "There were times when Israel remained alone in the conference halls. This time, Iran was alone, while the Islamic religious leadership remained with Israel."
The conference was also addressed by Chief Rabbi Yona Metzger, who raised a picture of Gilad Shalit and called on the attending religious leaders to assist in the efforts to return him home, and by the Secretary General of the World Moslem League, Abdullah bin Abdul Mohsin Al-Turki, who stated that "I take this opportunity to call upon all religions to unite, to tear down the walls that separate us, and together promote a world of peace, tolerance and appeasement between all nations and all believers."
Shortly after the session's conclusion, President Peres conducted a prayer ceremony attended by hundreds of members of the Rahel Synagogue in Astana, and participated in a farewell event for members of his entourage, which included cabinet ministers and senior Israeli executives.
At the conclusion of the four-day visit to Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan, President Peres noted that the visit was very successful. "It was an historic visit to two Moslem nations who have stood with Israel and have officially declared their intent to raise the level of their diplomatic relations with Israel. The official instructions of both presidents, Aliyev and Nazarbayev, to their heads of government, directing them to conclude the business transactions with Israel and to expand political and security cooperation with it, opened a tremendous opportunity for Israel to strengthen its position in the world."
Shraga Brosh, chairman of the Manufacturers Association of Israel, advised the president that during the visits, large-scale contracts between Israeli, Kazakh and Azerbaijani corporations had been signed, and that the high technological level of the Israeli companies made them extremely attractive for economic cooperation between Israel and these countries.
During the visits, a space technology agreement and an agreement on establishing unified industrial standards were signed with Kazakhstan, and a communications, cultural and scientific agreement was signed with Azerbaijan.
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Churches Protest a new law on religion
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World: Africa
Rwanda: Churches protest new law on religion
Leaders of various churches wrote to the government of Rwanda with concerns about stipulations in a new proposed law on religion. Freedom is at issue.
Thursday, June 04, 2009
By Spero News
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Religious leaders from different denominations have protested at certain clauses in the Religious Bill saying they are an upfront to religious freedom.
In a letter presented to the Local government minister, the prelates led by Bishop Emmanuel Koline of the Anglican Church last week said that the bill is putting churches in the category of NGOs and associations yet they differ from the two.
“Articles; 21, 32, 36 make it difficult to start a religious organization and their proper functioning, they said in remarks published by the Times, "the bill articulates that for someone to start a church, one must have at least 100 associates to sign in your statute while he/she must be a graduate."
While arguing that starting a church does not require someone to be academically upright but integrity, the leaders accused the state of handling churches like NGOs.
"Actually, I think if this law is passed, it is likely to cause tension," said bishop Koline.
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Rewanda Coming Out of Darkness
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Rewanda is still trying to heal from the Genocide of 1994. Now missions are started to help heal the hurt of the perpetrator s and victims. A hospital was recently built for mothers who had to walk to get maturnity care
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Kilroy's Film Fest -- Newest Arrivals
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G'Day All --
Kilroy's On-Line Classic Film Festival continues to grow, with several entertaining additions.
Included among the nine Newest Arrivals is (IMHO) one of the most hilarious productions of all time, "The Horse's Mouth," about an eccentric old artist named Gully Jimson, who lives on a decrepit houseboat on the Thames River in London, starring Alec Guinness.
http://www.angelfire.com/ca5/yourturf3/KilroysFilmFest.htm
I've received a few admonitions from folks who insist that anyone "seriously interested" in watching any of these films would buy the DVDs and view them on their big-screen televisions. My reply is, "By all means, do so."
On the other hand, the Film Festival web page has received several thousand hits, so it seems to interest some folks -- even if only for purposes of sampling the "merchandise" before acquiring the DVDs.
Enjoy the on-line material whenever it suits your convenience, and forward the site to any of your friends who might like to do the same.
Remember -- whether you watch on-line, or on a TV screen in your house, you are still most welcome to post comments about your favorite films on Kilroy's Movie Buffs' and Film Critics' Forum, that you can access from the link near the bottom of the above web page, or directly at:
http://movies.groups.yahoo.com/group/KilroysMovieBuffsForum/
I hope the above material will be of interest. If you have questions or comments, please let me know.
>>> If you want to forward this item to others, the correct URL is:
http://civact6.tigblog.org/post/690889
Best wishes to all,
Dave Matthews, Facilitator
The Civic Action Free University
http://www.tcafu.net
"Nation-Building: Are You Serious ??"
E-Mail Address: civact6@yahoo.com
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Israel Please No More Talk
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FM Liberman said that the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians is not an isolated event, but rather part of a larger struggle between extremists and moderates taking place in the Middle East which must be resolved through a comprehensive plan that involves the Persian Gulf states, Saudi Arabia and other states.
Regarding Iran, FM Liberman said that if the talks between the West and Iran fail, then the approach must be more aggressive and include harsher sanctions against Iran. In relation to Syria, he said that Israel is ready to begin negotiations immediately, but without any preconditions.
At the meetings, FM Liberman and his hosts discussed Israeli-Russian relations and agreed to continue promoting economic ties between the two states and cooperation in the realms of space technology and hi-tech, cultural cooperation, and the international law for the protection of investments. Ministers Liberman and Lavrov signed a Protocol on Consultation between the two foreign ministries for 2010
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Genesis
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Good morning to the fish king. He raised his face from the soil to say hello and to tell you that he is a she and that she is in pain
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Grace - Movement for a Free Earth invites young people who want to dedicate their lives for peace
About this event: 15th Tamera Summeruniversity - Global Grace Village - Creating Models for a Future without War
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"If we want to put an end to war, we need to end it at the point of where it is created each day anew: in our daily living conditions, in the constant stress of mindless and monotonous work, in the methods of profit maximizing and distribution, in offices and factories, in schools and families, in the tragedies of love, in our ideas about being either man or woman, in sexuality and love and in the cages of our professional, social and sensual life which are all far too small.
Do we wish that the youth of the world no longer go to war?
If so, we need a higher aim for life, a life worth living and better opportunities to put the power of the youth into meaningful action."
Dieter Duhm
We invite young peace workers from all over the world, people who want to dedicate their lives to a future worth living, to Tamera. This year there will be three major events:
Youth Future Village - July 18 - August 30, 2009
Young people between the ages 15 and 30 from different cultures and continents will study a realistic utopia during a six week community time. Through art, forum, spiritual work, study, political action and building trust among people, we will work on questions such as:
How will it go on after the breakdown of the imperial systems?
How is changing oneself and changing the world interconnected?
Why are all of our personal issues – revolving around love, partnership, and sexuality – of political significance?
More information at: http://summeruniversity.tamera.org/su09/index.php?id=70
Summer University "Global Grace Village - Creating Models for a Future without War" - July 29 - August 7, 2009
What do future societies which are not based on fear, domination, and violence, but instead built on trust look like? Which kind of technological, ecological, architectural, and social structures will societies, resonating with the cosmic order of life, embody? How will future societies, where children can fully trust their parents again and where lovers never have to leave each other ever again come into being?
A ten day think-tank for a future without war. With Dieter Duhm and Sabine Lichtenfels from Tamera, Portugal; Starhawk, USA; Sami Awad, Palestine; Padre Javier Giraldo, Colombia and many other peace workers.
more information at http://summeruniversity.tamera.org
Watch a short trailer for the Summer University here :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0DFy9Omq_8
In the name of GRACE: Pilgrimage Through Portugal - September 27 - October 15, 2009
Led by Sabine Lichtenfels, an international group of pilgrims will take part in an existential community adventure to reconnect with the original dream of the Earth and of humankind. The pilgrimage will begin at the stone circle near Évora, a monument from an ancient peace culture. Pilgrims will walk towards Tamera, a modern peace model in development. This is an invitation to all who seek a connection between political, spiritual and community work.
In the name of all life. For a global thinking, global loving, and global acting.
Welcome!
Contact and registration: office@tamera.org
More information: http://www.tamera.org
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Kilroy's On-Line Classic Film Festival -- A Follow-Up
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G'Day All --
This is a brief follow-up to yesterday's post about Kilroy's On-Line Classic Film Festival.
As you know, the Festival's play list is composed mostly of older movies. Very few newer and perhaps more spectacular films are available on-line, due to copyright limitations. Nevertheless, hopefully, you will be able to find a few items in the current line-up that are enjoyable to watch.
While surfing through the 'Net, if you come across additional audiovisual presentations that are entertaining, interesting, and/or informative, please send me a note, so they can be considered for inclusion in the play list.
While visiting the Film Festival's site, please don't overlook the additional invitation near the bottom of the page to join Kilroy's Movie Buffs' and Film Critics' Forum. If you would enjoy sharing your thoughts and opinions about any of the Film Fest's features (as well as any other movies that have excited your interest), you will be most welcome to do so.
I hope this follow-up information will be useful. If you have questions or I can be of further assistance, please let me know.
>>> If you want to forward this material to others, the correct URL is:
http://civact6.tigblog.org/post/681235
Best wishes to all,
Dave Matthews, Facilitator
The Civic Action Free University
http://www.tcafu.net
"Nation-Building: Are You Serious ??"
E-Mail Address: civact6@yahoo.com
***********************************************
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