Eco-actress remains defiant after being arrested following four day Shell protest
Despite arrest eco-warrior Lucy Lawless has hailed her Shell protest aboard the oil explorer vessel Noble Discoverer a success…
Actress Lucy Lawless and five other Greenpeace activists were arrested this morning (27/2) off the coast of New Zealand following a protest against Shell's planned exploration of Arctic waters.
The protest garnered world-wide publicity about Shell’s plans for oil drilling off the Arctic coast… and led to more than 130,000 Greenpeace supporters sending letters of complaint to Shell.
After spending four days on board the Noble Discoverer Lucy Lawless said:
"Today this occupation ended but like the hundreds of thousands of people who have joined our cry to save the Arctic we will not be silenced."
The Xena Warrior Princess actress wants to protect the exquisite Arctic coastline from the risks associated with oil exploration. She was atop the Shell contracted oil drilling ship off the New Zealand coast since Friday. The actress has called on Shell to abandon its plans and has also urged Shell to use its technological expertise to become world leaders in clean, renewable energy…
Lawless and other Greenpeace activists boarded the ship Noble Discovery and stopped it from departing New Zealand for the Arctic.
One protester however Ilai Amir was forced to end his involvement on Saturday. Lawless and the remaining five activists remained camped out on top of the ship's 53 metre drilling tower.
The protesters want Shell to stay out of the Arctic for oil drilling due to the risk of oil spills which would be devastating for this unique environment.
Despite Shell's protestations that their explorations will be committed to environmental responsibility many Greenpeace supporters, including Lawless, feel if the pristine setting of the Arctic is opened up then an oil spill is inevitable.
"It's not a question of if there will be an oil spill in the Arctic, it's a question of when", Lawless insisted via a communication whilst on board the ship...
The Noble Discoverer was scheduled to drill three exploratory oil wells this summer in the Chukchi Sea off the coast of Alaska. Shell whilst earlier describing the protest incident as "unlawful trespass" said its priority during the protest was the safety of Noble Discoverer’s personnel and that of the protestors.
A Shell spokesperson said: "Shell has taken unprecedented steps to pursue safe, environmentally responsible exploration in shallow water off the coast of Alaska."
A spokesperson for Lawless says she has now been charged with burglary, whilst at the same time has questioned the security on board the ship which allowed the protesters to climb on board…
The actress who has been subsequently released from police custody has said that she was glad she took part in the peaceful action, and was looking forward to going home to tell her kids about it…
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Monday, February 27, 2012
Friday, February 24, 2012
Charity Spotlight: London Wildlife Trust
CountryUnited Kingdom
Category
Animals/Wildlife
Charity Mission Statement
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London Wildlife Trust is the only charity dedicated solely to protecting the capital's wildlife and wild spaces.
London Wildlife Trust is the only charity dedicated solely to protecting the capital's wildlife and wild spaces.
To donate and read the full charity profile, click here
Friday, February 17, 2012
MAKE-A-WISH: Lego and more
Make-A-Wish Foundation offers young cancer patient shopping spree for favourite toys
Max Tucker has enjoyed a Lego shopping trip courtesy of the Make-A-Wish Foundation...
Just one of the charity's latest wishes come true... The six-year-old grabbed his favourite building bricks at a Lego store in London, whilst being following around by two Star Wars storm-troopers in full uniform and regalia, his favourite Lego character toys.
The youngster from Romsey who suffers from acute lymphoblastic leukaemia was asked by the Make-A-Wish Foundation what he would like for his wish… The young man chose a trip Lego shopping for his favourite Star Wars toys because he says the toys help to cheer him up while he is undergoing treatment.
The wish was granted by Make-A-Wish Foundation UK, the charity that grants wishes to youngsters aged 3-17 who are facing life-threatening conditions.
Other recent wishes granted by the UK branch of the international charity include a wish for a young Newcastle United football fan, Ryan, who was born diagnosed with a rare condition of the oesophagus and the trachea and was granted his wish of meeting Newcastle United coach Alan Pardew.
Other wishes from the charity lately include one for 13-year-old Amber who wanted to visit The Royal Ballet and have a dance class. The youngster has been diagnosed with a cancer tumour of the muscles.
The UK Make-A-Wish charity is affiliated to the growing International Make-A-Wish Foundation that was launched in the USA and now helps kids in 47 countries.
Since 1980 assisted by donors and a growing army of volunteers, the Make-A-Wish Foundation has granted more than 270,000 wishes to youngsters facing serious ill health worldwide...
Recent fundraising events include the Make-A-Wish Valentine's Ball in London with guests including antiques expert Jamie Breese, Harry Potter actors James and Oliver Phelps, and Make-A-Wish patron Justin Fletcher, the BBC Cbeebies entertainer.
The fundraising was assisted with a prize of a pot of tea at The Ritz with another Make-A-Wish patron Jude Law, which benefited from a bid of £20,000...
The Make-A-Wish charity has profited from a large number of celebrity supporters over the years, including Andy Murray, Halle Berry, Adam Sandler, Bill Clinton, John Terry, Tommy Hilfiger, Paris Hilton and many, many more...
Read more Xperedon Charity News at: http://www.xperedon.com/charity_news
Max Tucker has enjoyed a Lego shopping trip courtesy of the Make-A-Wish Foundation...
Just one of the charity's latest wishes come true... The six-year-old grabbed his favourite building bricks at a Lego store in London, whilst being following around by two Star Wars storm-troopers in full uniform and regalia, his favourite Lego character toys.
The youngster from Romsey who suffers from acute lymphoblastic leukaemia was asked by the Make-A-Wish Foundation what he would like for his wish… The young man chose a trip Lego shopping for his favourite Star Wars toys because he says the toys help to cheer him up while he is undergoing treatment.
The wish was granted by Make-A-Wish Foundation UK, the charity that grants wishes to youngsters aged 3-17 who are facing life-threatening conditions.
Other recent wishes granted by the UK branch of the international charity include a wish for a young Newcastle United football fan, Ryan, who was born diagnosed with a rare condition of the oesophagus and the trachea and was granted his wish of meeting Newcastle United coach Alan Pardew.
Other wishes from the charity lately include one for 13-year-old Amber who wanted to visit The Royal Ballet and have a dance class. The youngster has been diagnosed with a cancer tumour of the muscles.
The UK Make-A-Wish charity is affiliated to the growing International Make-A-Wish Foundation that was launched in the USA and now helps kids in 47 countries.
Since 1980 assisted by donors and a growing army of volunteers, the Make-A-Wish Foundation has granted more than 270,000 wishes to youngsters facing serious ill health worldwide...
Recent fundraising events include the Make-A-Wish Valentine's Ball in London with guests including antiques expert Jamie Breese, Harry Potter actors James and Oliver Phelps, and Make-A-Wish patron Justin Fletcher, the BBC Cbeebies entertainer.
The fundraising was assisted with a prize of a pot of tea at The Ritz with another Make-A-Wish patron Jude Law, which benefited from a bid of £20,000...
The Make-A-Wish charity has profited from a large number of celebrity supporters over the years, including Andy Murray, Halle Berry, Adam Sandler, Bill Clinton, John Terry, Tommy Hilfiger, Paris Hilton and many, many more...
Read more Xperedon Charity News at: http://www.xperedon.com/charity_news
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Charity Spotlight: Ashray Akruti
CountryIndia
Category
Disability
Charity Mission Statement
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To integrate hearing impaired children into mainstream schools so that they can claim their rightful place as equal citizens in future and in return contribute to our society actively.
To integrate hearing impaired children into mainstream schools so that they can claim their rightful place as equal citizens in future and in return contribute to our society actively.
To donate and read the full charity profile, click here
Thursday, February 9, 2012
NORTHERN IRELAND: Charity regulation
NI Charity Commission announces progress on registrations
The Charity Commission for Northern Ireland has announced plans for the registration of the country's vibrant charity scene, which aims to build on the current levels of trust in NI charities...
The Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI), the new independent regulator of charities in Northern Ireland, has welcomed the Department for Social Development's statement on the preferred form of amendment to the Charities Act (NI) 2008.
This means the registration of charities can get underway and will include a pilot registration phase involving twenty local organisations.
While it was originally planned that charity registration would begin at the end of June 2010, the result of a public consultation and legal advice on the definition of a charity meant the Commission referred the legislation back to the Department for Social Development.
The CCNI role includes investigatory, compliance, enforcement and regulatory scrutiny of all charities currently registered with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) for tax purposes and will bring charities in Northern Ireland in line with the rest of the British Isles.
The development of the CCNI will mean regulation of a large part of Northern Ireland's charitable sector which is estimated to have up to 10,000 charities and non-profits in operation. Previously the governance and practices of charities has been overseen by central government but with no formal registration.
The registration process will begin with a public consultation expected to happen as soon as the legislation is passed by the NI Assembly, likely to be in early 2013.
After almost two years of enforced delay, the Commission has expressed its delight to finally get the ball rolling on registration.
The CCNI has been busy though and recently published its One Hundred Lessons to be Learned based on its initial investigations of charities. The report outlines the Charity Commission's regulatory approach and also describes the public's priority requirements for charities in Northern Ireland. These include a focus on effective governance and financial control as well as improved transparency from charities.
The CCNI says a dynamic and well governed charities sector is its ultimate priority, and one in which the public can have the best possible confidence in the work of charities in Northern Ireland…
Read more Xperedon Charity News at: http://www.xperedon.com/charity_news
The Charity Commission for Northern Ireland has announced plans for the registration of the country's vibrant charity scene, which aims to build on the current levels of trust in NI charities...
The Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI), the new independent regulator of charities in Northern Ireland, has welcomed the Department for Social Development's statement on the preferred form of amendment to the Charities Act (NI) 2008.
This means the registration of charities can get underway and will include a pilot registration phase involving twenty local organisations.
While it was originally planned that charity registration would begin at the end of June 2010, the result of a public consultation and legal advice on the definition of a charity meant the Commission referred the legislation back to the Department for Social Development.
The CCNI role includes investigatory, compliance, enforcement and regulatory scrutiny of all charities currently registered with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) for tax purposes and will bring charities in Northern Ireland in line with the rest of the British Isles.
The development of the CCNI will mean regulation of a large part of Northern Ireland's charitable sector which is estimated to have up to 10,000 charities and non-profits in operation. Previously the governance and practices of charities has been overseen by central government but with no formal registration.
The registration process will begin with a public consultation expected to happen as soon as the legislation is passed by the NI Assembly, likely to be in early 2013.
After almost two years of enforced delay, the Commission has expressed its delight to finally get the ball rolling on registration.
The CCNI has been busy though and recently published its One Hundred Lessons to be Learned based on its initial investigations of charities. The report outlines the Charity Commission's regulatory approach and also describes the public's priority requirements for charities in Northern Ireland. These include a focus on effective governance and financial control as well as improved transparency from charities.
The CCNI says a dynamic and well governed charities sector is its ultimate priority, and one in which the public can have the best possible confidence in the work of charities in Northern Ireland…
Read more Xperedon Charity News at: http://www.xperedon.com/charity_news
Monday, February 6, 2012
Charity Spotlight: Friends of the World Food Program
CountryUnited States
Category
Humanitarian Aid
Charity Mission Statement
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The mission of Friends of the World Food Program is to eradicate world hunger.
The mission of Friends of the World Food Program is to eradicate world hunger.
To donate and read the full charity profile, click here
Friday, February 3, 2012
LIBRARY BOOK: For charity
Do you have a favourite library?
If you like to read books, either literature or factual books or have been a student or even a writer yourself, then perhaps you do...
Perhaps you have experienced the delight of finding a tome of literature, or a biography or work of academia or philosophy that became unputdownable and affected your life in some truly memorable way. Perhaps you wrote your own book in your favourite library?
Many people are passionate about libraries for good reason. Despite the advent of the Internet age and books of the month, Kindle, Amazon and other online stores, libraries continue to be important places to browse, savour and discover great writing or garner information, as well as increasingly these days to engage in community causes and gatherings…
Whether for entertainment or learning or other forms of enrichment libraries cannot be underestimated as a promoting factor in social mobility and aspiration over the ages as well as the pleasure of the pursuit of knowledge for its own sake.
What's more they are usually free and point to great ages of philanthropy and civilisation throughout the world, when for instance in Britain the Victorians built them seeing them as vehicles for social change, often funded by self-made people from modest backgrounds who developed philanthropic beliefs and wanted to see resources for education that were open to all for the betterment of society.
On many occasions great public libraries were built partly due to a religious inspired philanthropy and in some cases, indeed, the greatest libraries throughout the world became more like place of worship rather than functional centres of education.
The John Rylands Library in Manchester for instance is like stepping into a great cathedral, majestically hewn from Celtic rock and sandstone as it is, not just a storehouse for books. That attention to detail was symbolic of the reverence that libraries were once held in and can be again. Libraries are important as a rich part of our cultural history and continue to have an important part to play as temples of self-learning…
These days libraries of all shapes and sizes from small community libraries to mobile libraries continue to have a powerful positive influence on communities throughout the world.
Many writers have their favourite libraries and maybe that is why so many authors are joining forces to promote National Libraries Day with their new book for charity. Libraries across the UK will be celebrating National Libraries Day on Saturday February 4 with a range of events for library users to enjoy.
The day is a celebration of the work done in all types of libraries including school and academic libraries as well as public libraries, promoting learning, literacy and the enjoyment of reading.
Also The Library Book is being published for National Libraries Day supporting The Reading Agency, a charity working to inspire more people to get reading. The Library Book publishes 23 writers looking at the idea of libraries past, present and future.
The authors include Anita Anand, Julian Barnes, Bella Bathurst, Alan Bennett, Michael Brooks, James Brown, Ann Cleeves, Stephen Fry, Seth Godin, Susan Hill, Tom Holland, Hardeep Singh Kohli, Caitlin Moran, Lionel Shriver, Zadie Smith and Nicky Wire...
The book and the National Libraries Day itself recognises the idea that without libraries many writers of today and tomorrow would not exist… And that libraries continue to make a tremendous positive impact on society…
Read more Xperedon Charity News at: http://www.xperedon.com/charity_news
If you like to read books, either literature or factual books or have been a student or even a writer yourself, then perhaps you do...
Perhaps you have experienced the delight of finding a tome of literature, or a biography or work of academia or philosophy that became unputdownable and affected your life in some truly memorable way. Perhaps you wrote your own book in your favourite library?
Many people are passionate about libraries for good reason. Despite the advent of the Internet age and books of the month, Kindle, Amazon and other online stores, libraries continue to be important places to browse, savour and discover great writing or garner information, as well as increasingly these days to engage in community causes and gatherings…
Whether for entertainment or learning or other forms of enrichment libraries cannot be underestimated as a promoting factor in social mobility and aspiration over the ages as well as the pleasure of the pursuit of knowledge for its own sake.
What's more they are usually free and point to great ages of philanthropy and civilisation throughout the world, when for instance in Britain the Victorians built them seeing them as vehicles for social change, often funded by self-made people from modest backgrounds who developed philanthropic beliefs and wanted to see resources for education that were open to all for the betterment of society.
On many occasions great public libraries were built partly due to a religious inspired philanthropy and in some cases, indeed, the greatest libraries throughout the world became more like place of worship rather than functional centres of education.
The John Rylands Library in Manchester for instance is like stepping into a great cathedral, majestically hewn from Celtic rock and sandstone as it is, not just a storehouse for books. That attention to detail was symbolic of the reverence that libraries were once held in and can be again. Libraries are important as a rich part of our cultural history and continue to have an important part to play as temples of self-learning…
These days libraries of all shapes and sizes from small community libraries to mobile libraries continue to have a powerful positive influence on communities throughout the world.
Many writers have their favourite libraries and maybe that is why so many authors are joining forces to promote National Libraries Day with their new book for charity. Libraries across the UK will be celebrating National Libraries Day on Saturday February 4 with a range of events for library users to enjoy.
The day is a celebration of the work done in all types of libraries including school and academic libraries as well as public libraries, promoting learning, literacy and the enjoyment of reading.
Also The Library Book is being published for National Libraries Day supporting The Reading Agency, a charity working to inspire more people to get reading. The Library Book publishes 23 writers looking at the idea of libraries past, present and future.
The authors include Anita Anand, Julian Barnes, Bella Bathurst, Alan Bennett, Michael Brooks, James Brown, Ann Cleeves, Stephen Fry, Seth Godin, Susan Hill, Tom Holland, Hardeep Singh Kohli, Caitlin Moran, Lionel Shriver, Zadie Smith and Nicky Wire...
The book and the National Libraries Day itself recognises the idea that without libraries many writers of today and tomorrow would not exist… And that libraries continue to make a tremendous positive impact on society…
Read more Xperedon Charity News at: http://www.xperedon.com/charity_news
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