"First conceived and developed by Rhodesian biologist, game ranger, politician, farmer, and rancher, Allan Savory, over 40 years ago, Holistic Management is driven by a decision making framework which ensures economic, ecological, and social soundness, simultaneously, both short and long term." – from the website of the Savory Institute Holistic Management is actually two … [Read more...] about Holistic Management
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
From Wikipedia (accessed 6/2/2011)*: "The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a declaration adopted by the United Nations General Assembly (10 December 1948 at Palais de Chaillot, Paris). The Declaration arose directly from the experience of the Second World War and represents the first global expression of rights to which all human beings are inherently entitled. … [Read more...] about Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Alienation
Individuals in modern society tend to be isolated, estranged from community and family, with a limited sense of their own capabilities and limited access to the means of personal development and self-expression. When we perceive people as being disinterested in the issues of our times or hearing them say they just want to be left alone or watch people getting swept away by the … [Read more...] about Alienation
Calendars from Other Organizations
Check these calendars published by other organizations—they may have events that are not listed on our calendar. Click on the links below to see what else is going on: Allentown Hiking ClubCAT–Coalition for Appropriate TransportationDelaware & Lehigh National Heritage CorridorLEPOCO – peace and justice eventsNurture Nature CenterPennsylvania Association for … [Read more...] about Calendars from Other Organizations
Previous Interns' Experiences
Read thoughts of previous Alliance interns from different schools and different backgrounds: This experience enabled intensive learning, creative freedom, and rewarding deliverables all within a span of 3 months. I found myself more confident in conducting research related to sustainability and had the opportunity to share some of the concepts I had learned in structured … [Read more...] about Previous Interns' Experiences
Finding Solutions
What models of change are available to help us address the convergent problems discussed above and help us move towards sustainability? Actually, there are a number of change paradigms around. Some focus on specific objectives, some are holistic. They all can find expression in local, regional, national, and world-wide actions. They all can inspire us and help us find … [Read more...] about Finding Solutions