What Gives me Hope and how I add to it
With all that is grim in the world, you'd think "What's the use of any action?" There are times when I feel the same way. Yet, often enough, endeavors by others show me that there IS hope and to be a part of it.
With energy there are projects involving education, clean energy, political movements and investment. Ethical projects move us in a direction toward greater compassion, more understanding, and dialogue. Much is happening in the world of sustainable business practices such as slow money, Local economies, and alternative currencies. The Environment has always had a large following in this country and still does to a large extent. That ethic is spreading to other parts of the world. Let's look more carefully at these signs of hope...
With energy there are projects involving education, clean energy, political movements and investment. Ethical projects move us in a direction toward greater compassion, more understanding, and dialogue. Much is happening in the world of sustainable business practices such as slow money, Local economies, and alternative currencies. The Environment has always had a large following in this country and still does to a large extent. That ethic is spreading to other parts of the world. Let's look more carefully at these signs of hope...
Local
Permaculture
Main Street Vitalization - Our Town Belfast A Peace Movement - Peace and Justice of Waldo County Restorative Justice Economics
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Regional
Local Economics
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My Actions
Newforest Institute - Volunteer for Three Years. Received Permaculture Certificate in the first year.
Peace and Justice Of Waldo County - Attend meetings, produce flyers, attend vigils, send emails
Belfast Cooperative - Board of Directors
Peace and Justice Of Waldo County - Attend meetings, produce flyers, attend vigils, send emails
Belfast Cooperative - Board of Directors