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10 Nonprofits to Support on World Humanitarian Day

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To mark the courage and strength of the brave men and women working on the front lines of conflict and raise awareness for those affected by disasters around the world, we’re highlighting 10 nonprofits that are making a difference by driving action and support for aid efforts. Take Action | Twitter | Facebook. Women's Refugee Commission.

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Women, Girls, Education and Global Health: Interview with Carinne Brody

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When a girl receives an education, she stays healthy, HIV negative, marries when she chooses, and raises a healthy family. From October 4-11, Tara is asking bloggers to raise awareness about The Girl Effect by writing about it on their blogs. You may have seen The Girl Effect videos. If you haven't, check them out at GirlEffect.org.

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Come On, U.S., Give the Kids Their Rights

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Only two United Nations member states have not ratified it: Somalia and the United States. officials in what they say are parents' rights to raise a child as they see fit." Did you just say, "What?" Yeah, me too. I'm not entirely sure why the U.S. hasn't ratified the Convention. It seems like a no-brainer.

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The Steep Challenges of Philanthropy to the Muslim World

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For instance, during the recent famine in Somalia, how to keep humanitarian aid confined to starving people away from the Al-Shabab militant group ? Much of modern anti-terrorism legislation is geared to protecting against Islamic extremism and has made philanthropy in the Muslim world very difficult. Extraordinary People and Organizations.

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Interview with Shonali Burke: Analytics Tell Stories

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

They raise funds and awareness in the United States for the lifesaving work that more than 6,000 staffers of Geneva-based UNHCR undertake for refugees around the world, 24/7. Just look at what’s happening in Somalia right now.) USA for UNHCR (my client) is a 501(c)(3) headquartered in Washington, D.C.

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See What’s Out There » Blog Archive » The Chronicle of Philanthropy – Telling Moving Stories

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You need to subscribe to see the whole thing, but here’s an except: When the American Jewish World Service used to talk about using video to illustrate its overseas aid projects, it usually meant gathering enough footage for a seven-minute spot to be shown to the people who would attend its annual fund-raising dinners.

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See What’s Out There » Blog Archive » The Chronicle of Philanthropy – Telling Moving Stories

See3

You need to subscribe to see the whole thing, but here’s an except: When the American Jewish World Service used to talk about using video to illustrate its overseas aid projects, it usually meant gathering enough footage for a seven-minute spot to be shown to the people who would attend its annual fund-raising dinners.