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Students of Sustainability (SoS) is a week-long conference dedicated to the exchange of skills and knowledge in the pursuit of environmental and social justice. The program is packed with workshops, plenaries, lectures and skillshares on topics from ocean degradation to the NT intervention.
Dates: Monday 6th July 2009 - Friday 10th July 2009;
Times: 10am to 6pm
Location: Wurundjeri Land: Monash University, Clayton
Contact Email
IWPS-Palestine is inviting applicants from women who would like to join our team of volunteers. Successful applicants will serve at least one term in Palestine and support our on-going work outside. Deadline for application 30.09.09.
Please email for more info and application form. More information about IWPS.
Our next journey, held during December 2009 and January 2010 will take participants to a choice of Pitchanikulum South India, Tribal Villages of Pal or the Himalayas and Rajasthan. During this journey we will contribute to projects relating to women's health, environmental education, renewable technologies, land conservation and waste management.
This information session will be a discussion of previous trips and give plenty of opportunity for those interested in joining our next program to ask questions and talk with the trip organises. Please join us from 7pm Thursday the 9th at CERES Visitor's Centre, corner of Roberts and Stewart Streets, East Brunswick. RSVP essential.
Students of Sustainability (SoS) is a week-long conference dedicated to the exchange of skills and knowledge in the pursuit of environmental and social justice. The program is packed with workshops, plenaries, lectures and skillshares on topics from ocean degradation to the NT intervention.
Dates: Monday 6th July 2009 - Friday 10th July 2009;
Times: 10am to 6pm
Location: Wurundjeri Land: Monash University, Clayton
Contact Email
IWPS-Palestine is inviting applicants from women who would like to join our team of volunteers. Successful applicants will serve at least one term in Palestine and support our on-going work outside. Deadline for application 30.09.09.
Please email for more info and application form. More information about IWPS.
IWPS-Palestine is inviting applicants from women who would like to join our team of volunteers. Successful applicants will serve at least one term in Palestine and support our on-going work outside. Deadline for application 30.09.09.
Please email for more info and application form. More information about IWPS.
July 11th 2009, Saturday 1pm- 5pm
Level 4, Ross House, 247 Flinders Lane
Featuring:
1-2.15pm HOW THE WEST WAS LOST
The 1946 Pilbara strike was a landmark strike by Indigenous pastoral workers for human rights, fair wages and working conditions.
2.30- 3.30pm NINGLA A-NA
The 1972 fight for the tent embassy in Canberra
3.45- 4.45pm THE INTERVENTION: KATHERINE, NT
A 2008 film discussing the impact of the Northern Territory intervention in three communities near Katherine.
Entry by donation (recomended $20/12 full festival; $10/5 per film)
Contact 9639 8622 or email
Organised by Resistance and Green Left Weekly.
www.resistance.org.au
www.greenleft.org.au
Saturday, July 11
Bourke St Mall,
Cnr of Swanston and Bourke St,
Melbourne City
On 19 September 2007, Israel’s “Security Cabinet” declared the Gaza Strip a “hostile entity”. Since that time, Israel in the name of “security” has imposed an illegal and punitive siege against the 1.5 million civilians living in Gaza, preventing almost entirely the movement of goods and people into and out of Gaza. Israel’s illegal siege, which is a form of collective punishment, is a war crime under international law.
According to Oxfam, more than 80% of Gaza’s 1.5 million residents are currently dependent on international food aid as a result of the siege. In addition, according to a report in October 2008 by the Palestinian Centre for Human Rights currently 45% of working age adults in the Gaza Strip are officially unemployed.
Since Israel’s all-out bombing of the Gaza Strip in December - January, the situation in Gaza has gotten worse and the siege has tightened. During Israel’s assault on Gaza, more than 1400 Gazans were killed, two-thirds of whom were civilians. According to the United Nations, more than 42,400 houses were destroyed, leaving more than 250,000 people homeless. Also destroyed were 14 mosques and 10 schools, while a further 240 schools were damaged. Currently, due to Israel’s siege, no widespread reconstruction can take place.
On July 9 2004, the International Court of Justice ruled that Israel’s building of the apartheid wall is illegal. The following year on July 9, 2005, more than 100 Palestinian civil society organisations launched the international call for a boycott, divestment and sanctions campaign against Israel until it complied with its obligations under international law.
To mark the anniversary of these two very important events, we call on all supporters of human rights to join us and to speak out against Israel’s ongoing human rights abuses against the Palestinian people, to say no to Israel's occupation and apartheid policies and to demand justice for the Palestinian people struggling against siege, occupation and war.
End the siege of Gaza!
End the Israeli occupation of Palestine!
No Australian support for Israel – Sanctions Now!
Initiated by Palestine Solidarity Campaign
Tel: O439 454 3750 or 0431 728 271
Email or website.
’Gaza is a prison and Israel seems to have thrown away the key”
-UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights, John Dugard
On the July 11 action we will be displaying the goods banned by Israel from entering Gaza. If you can contribute any of the following for the display, please bring them on the day or contact us at the above numbers/email.
As part of its illegal and punitive siege of Gaza, Israel currently bans the following items in the name of “security”:
Canned goods, tinned meat, tomato paste, tea, coffee, milk products in large packages, apricots, most baking products, sausages, semolina, sesame seeds, nuts, cherries, kiwi, green almonds, pomegranates, plums, grapes, avocados, chocolate, animals (ie. cows, sheep), clothing, shoes, notebooks, toys, crayons, fabrics, threads, needles, candles, matches, books, light bulbs, hair conditioner, musical instruments, mattresses, sheets, blankets, cutlery, crockery, cups, glasses, wood, wooden furniture, building material, electric appliances, refrigerators, washing machines, spare machine, car parts.
Previously banned but allowed to be imported in the last three months:
toilet paper, nappies, sanitary napkins, detergents, soaps, pasta, pumpkin, carrots, hair shampoo, margarine, salt, artificial sweetener, legumes, yeast, cheeses, toothbrushes, toothpaste
IWPS-Palestine is inviting applicants from women who would like to join our team of volunteers. Successful applicants will serve at least one term in Palestine and support our on-going work outside. Deadline for application 30.09.09.
Please email for more info and application form. More information about IWPS.
IWPS-Palestine is inviting applicants from women who would like to join our team of volunteers. Successful applicants will serve at least one term in Palestine and support our on-going work outside. Deadline for application 30.09.09.
Please email for more info and application form. More information about IWPS.
IWPS-Palestine is inviting applicants from women who would like to join our team of volunteers. Successful applicants will serve at least one term in Palestine and support our on-going work outside. Deadline for application 30.09.09.
Please email for more info and application form. More information about IWPS.
IWPS-Palestine is inviting applicants from women who would like to join our team of volunteers. Successful applicants will serve at least one term in Palestine and support our on-going work outside. Deadline for application 30.09.09.
Please email for more info and application form. More information about IWPS.
IWPS-Palestine is inviting applicants from women who would like to join our team of volunteers. Successful applicants will serve at least one term in Palestine and support our on-going work outside. Deadline for application 30.09.09.
Please email for more info and application form. More information about IWPS.
IWPS-Palestine is inviting applicants from women who would like to join our team of volunteers. Successful applicants will serve at least one term in Palestine and support our on-going work outside. Deadline for application 30.09.09.
Please email for more info and application form. More information about IWPS.
IWPS-Palestine is inviting applicants from women who would like to join our team of volunteers. Successful applicants will serve at least one term in Palestine and support our on-going work outside. Deadline for application 30.09.09.
Please email for more info and application form. More information about IWPS.
IWPS-Palestine is inviting applicants from women who would like to join our team of volunteers. Successful applicants will serve at least one term in Palestine and support our on-going work outside. Deadline for application 30.09.09.
Please email for more info and application form. More information about IWPS.
IWPS-Palestine is inviting applicants from women who would like to join our team of volunteers. Successful applicants will serve at least one term in Palestine and support our on-going work outside. Deadline for application 30.09.09.
Please email for more info and application form. More information about IWPS.
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM; doors open at 5.30pm
Where: BMW Edge Federation Square
What will shape and define the nature and live - ability of the future city? What are the pressures and circumstances - imminent or distant - that will shape the social fabric of the city in 2040 and the subsequent spatial, physical and ecological realm that 2040 citizens will occupy? Speakers include Prof. Tom Kovac RMIT, Prof. Lyndon Anderson Swinburne NID, Michael Trudgeon CROWD Productions, Prof Chris Ryan University of Melbourne. Respondents include Dr Esther Charlesworth RMIT, CityEdge and Architects Without Frontiers, Prof Rob Adams Director, Design and Urban Environment, City of Melbourne. A partnership event developed with the State of Design Festival.
Date:
Wednesday the 22nd July 2009,
Time:
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM, doors open at 3.30pm;
Where:
BMW Edge Federation Square
Don't miss the first Spinout dance night, 60s and 60s inspired music to get jumping to! DJ sets from Malibu Go Heads and go-go dancing from everyone!!
$6 entry to keep 3CR People Powered Radio going for another 32 years! Get out the go-go boots or slip into Cuban heels, get on your finest op-art or mod creations and get down to the Cobra Bar for.....SPINOUT!
Friday, July 24, 2009 at 9:00pm
Cobra Bar at the Tote Hotel, Corner Johnston and Wellington Streets
Don't miss the first Spinout dance night, 60s and 60s inspired music to get jumping to! DJ sets from Malibu Go Heads and go-go dancing from everyone!!
$6 entry to keep 3CR People Powered Radio going for another 32 years! Get out the go-go boots or slip into Cuban heels, get on your finest op-art or mod creations and get down to the Cobra Bar for.....SPINOUT!
Friday, July 24, 2009 at 9:00pm
Cobra Bar at the Tote Hotel, Corner Johnston and Wellington Streets
This introduction to humanitarian protection will look at mechanisms used for increasing the safety of civilians and the roles of different actors working in wars and conflicts, such as local communities, local NGOs, international humanitarian agencies, the UN and others. It will explore how to build relationships with these actors.
All community advocacy actors are welcome free of charge, but registration is essential! To register visit Crisis Hub.
Join Green Left Weekly to celebrate 50 years of the Cuban revolution
Solidarity toasts, delicious Latin food and Cuban drinks
Fuega - 8-piece Latin band
Saturday 25 July
7pm til late
Brunswick Town Hall,
Cnr Sydney Rd & Dawson St, Brunswick
$45 solidarity/$35 waged/$20 concession
(food and music included)
Band only(after 9.30pm): $20 waged/$12concession
Bookings essential: Phone 9639-8622
A Green Left Weekly fundraiser, supported by Socialist Alliance.
Film, Poetry and Music
Afternoon Tean and Raffle
$15 - bookings preferred call Joan - 98579249
Everyone welcome fo rthis exciting afternoon to support Cuba
Venue - MUA 46 Ireland St, West Melbourne
Speed Renting is a fast and enjoyable way for prospective tenants to connect in a comfortable atmosphere with those who have spare rooms or properties available.
Book your spot for the night online at I Want To Live Here.
Revolution & counter Revolution in Central America
Nicaragua, El Salvador and Honduras
Lessons and experiences for socialism in the 21st Century
On 19 July 1979, Nicaragua's Sandinistas 9FSLN) led a seccessful people's insurrection, overthrowing the Somoza dictatorship and beginning a period of a workers and farmers government, where socialism was put on the agenda but eventually defeated.
Thirty years later the Sandinista's are back in power and the people of El Salvador have elected a government supported by the Farabundo Marti National Liberation Front (FMLN). The FMLN had previousely led a guerilla movement and like the Sandinista's, pursued an insurrectional road to revolution.
On June 28 of this year the left leaning government of Manuel Zalaya in Honduras was ousted by a right wing military coup. These developments are an attempt by the local bourgeoise and international capital to reverse the left turn that is taken place throught the latin American continent.
This forum will look at the challenges of building a socialism of the 21st Century in the Americas. It will also explore the historical lessons of the revolutions that have occured in the region.
Guest Speakers:
Representative of the FMLN in Melbourne
Roberto Jorquera: Revolutionary Socialist Party
evening will include Video footage of the developments in Honduras
6.30pm,
Thurs, 30 July
Direct Action Centre
Victorian Trades Hall
cnr Lygon & Victoria St, Carlton
Tel 0439 454 375 or 0403 943 529
Email.
entry by donation
* The Direct Action Centre is located via the Victoria St Entrance of the Victorian Trades Hall, next to the New International Bookshop
Rally at
1pm at Federation Square.
Equal Love is a nationwide campaign for
same-sex marriage in Australia. Through education and direct
action, we aim to change public attitudes towards lesbian, gay,
bisexual, transgender and intersex people and put pressure on the
government to legislate for equal marriage rights.
This year the
Equal Love campaign promises to be bigger than ever, re-engaging
past supporters and bringing fresh faces to the cause. Everyone has
a role to play in building the momentum for equality.
Website:
www.equallove.info.
Email: contact@equallove.info
Sunday, 2 August 2009
The Fairfield Primary School Community Art Show Family Day is an annual event when Fairfield Primary School becomes a family-friendly ‘art gallery’ featuring work by local artists. This year’s theme is ‘Keep It Surreal’, and family activities will include: fabulous food, live music, bollywood dancing, drumming, cakes, preserves, crafts, garden items, drama, workshops, art activities, and more!
Location: Fairfield Primary School, Langridge St. Fairfield
Time: 10am – 4pm
Admission: adults $5 and kids free
Contact: Fairfield Primary School, 9489-2966
Crisis Hub Workshops and Training
Communities with power: Advocating for human rights in war and conflict
Workshop series
Humanitarian Crisis Hub invites community groups advocating on war and conflict to a free workshop series designed to improve their practical activism skills and outcomes.
All workshops are free of charge but bookings are essential.
Saturday 3 October, 11am - 4pm
New tactics for human rights advocacy and campaigning
Based upon the groundbreaking New Tactics in Human Rights Project, (newtactics.org) this workshop will explore how we can use a far broader array of innovative tactics to mobilise people and campaign for human rights in war and conflict.
Workshop 7: Saturday 14 November, 11am - 4pm
Lobbying for human rights and building political support
This workshop will explore how to lobby and influence politicians and decision-makers and how to strengthen your campaigning through effective networking and strategic alliance building.
Venue: Ross House, 247 Flinders Lane Melbourne 3000
All workshops are free of charge, but booking is essential! Please call (03) 9289 9226 or email to register or for more information.
Crisis Hub
Food Films – Popcorn – Hot Soup – Fresh Bread
Feature film Fresh celebrates the farmers, thinkers and business people who are re-inventing our food system.
Supporting films: Guerrilla Gardening, Edible City preview, Backwards Hamburger
Venue: Friends of the Earth, 312 Smith Street, Collingwood
Entry by donation. Hot soup, bread & popcorn by donation.
Seating is limited, please RSVP.
For More information visit the Friends of the Earth website.
At Melbourne University Student Union, Members lounge (Ground Floor, enter via Tin Alley, Parkville).
Entry by donation
Minga means “collective” or “community work”. In this session we will hear about the different social movements in Colombia, from the indigenous struggle for self determination, the Afro-Colombian opposition to forced displacement and against free-trade agreements, the people´s movement for peace with social justice.
With the participation of Sergio Mariscal, Colombian Academic & member of Peace & Justice for Colombia. Plus footage & video.
After the presentation, the Free Liliany Campaign (Melbourne) invites you to share a “Coffee for Freedom”, to hear some updates about Liliany´s case and to send our solidarity to Liliany, her family and other political prisoners suffering injustice.
On August 7th, 2008, the Union leader, academic & film-maker Liliany Obando, was arrested by Colombian government forces. She was detained on charges of “rebellion” against the state, a catch-all charge that is regularly used to imprison those who speak out against the government & is used to delegitimise the work of social activists. Her trial stated at the beginning of July and the charges remain unsubstantiated.
Drink hot organic coffee. All donations will go to the “Freedom Fund” in support of Colombian political prisoners.
Further details call: Sergio 0432 956 198 or Lulu 0421 957 341
Find the event on Facebook
www.freeliliany.netPublic Meeting: Global to Local - Climate change in our community.
Speakers:
Professor David Karoly, Member of IPCC Panel, Member of Wentworth Group
of Concerned Scientists, Professor, Earth Science School, Melbourne
University.
Mr Andrew Lucas, Transition Towns local solutions to climate change and peak oil.
Cr Steven Tang, Deputy Mayor, Glen Eira Council.
Come along on August 6 at 7pm to the Glen Eira Town Hall,
Cnr Glen Eira and Hawthorn Rds,
Glen Eira.
For more info phone Phillip Walker: 0408 329 406.
The American singer has been called the voice of the progressive movement in the USA. "He will make you laugh, he will make you cry, and he will make the revolution irresistible."
Friday, August 7 at 8:00pm
Madeline Hudson (3CR broadcaster! from the Radioactive Show) begins at 8pm and David from 9.30pm
Where: Emerald Lounge, Clifton Hill Hotel.
$20/15 tickets. Purchase at the venue or call 9489 8705 and pay with a credit card.
Contact Cam Walker at FOE.Find out more about David Rovics or email.
Skype: david.rovics or Phone (US): (503) 863-1177 or Snail Mail: David Rovics 4326 SE Woodstock Blvd. #434 Portland, OR 97206-6270 (US)
Sumardi earned the title of Master Puppeteer (Dalang) for his distinctive performance style developed during extensive study in the most esteemed school of puppetry in Indonesia, and will be travelling from distant Sumatra.
Sumardi performs in traditional dress with Indonesian Wayang Kulit and Kancil puppets - intricate, translucent figures crafted from leather and wood casting delicate, shadowy images against a backlit screen. Theatrical storytelling and traditional music brings to life the ancient myths and stories of Indonesia.
This is a rich cultural experience not to be missed!
$10 per ticket Tickets can be purchased prior to the launch, or at the door on the night, at 138 Cromwell street Collingwood.
Performance is suitable for all ages.
Place: 138 CROMWELL STREET COLLINGWOOD 3066 VIC
AUGUST 7th at 7.30PM
For more information email or toll free 1800 010 069
Organised by Japanese for Peace and supported by MAPW and ICAN. Always a wonderful event with a variety of excellent performers and speakers.
Speakers:
Scott Ludlam - Guest Speaker, Australian Greens Senator
Steven Starr - Senior Scientist, Physicians for Social Responsibilty
Performers:
Yumi Umiumare - Butoh Dance
Bruce Watson - Acoustic Guitar, Singer/Songwriter
Djiva - Acoustic Guitar, Indigenous Female Duo
Ayako Sato & Fuefukuro - Japanese Drum & Bamboo Flutes
Jordie Lane - Acoustic Guitar, Singer/Songwriter
- When: Saturday 8 August, 3-5pm
- Where: State Library Village Roadshow Theatrette (La Trobe Street), Melbourne.
- Entry: $15/conc $10
- Inquiries: info@jfp.org.au or 0413 849 984
- Download a one-page flier of all Melbourne 2009 Hiroshima commemorations
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