Chicago, IL. On September 16, 2010, Mexico will commemorate the bicentennial of its independence from Spain and the centennial of the 1910 Revolution that led to the formation of its modern republic. In recognition of these significant anniversaries, the Art Institute of Chicago joins dozens of other cultural organizations around Chicago to participate in the citywide celebration Mexico 2010.
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Ballplayers, Gods, and Rainmaker Kings: Masterpieces from Ancient Mexico at Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL. On September 16, 2010, Mexico will commemorate the bicentennial of its independence from Spain and the centennial of the 1910 Revolution that led to the formation of its modern republic. In recognition of these significant anniversaries, the Art Institute of Chicago joins dozens of other cultural organizations around Chicago to participate in the citywide celebration Mexico 2010.
Muslim American Children Film Screening and Panel Discussion Hosted at Intersections
New York, NY. “Just as Jews, Christians and Muslims lay claim to a common religious narrative, Muslim children in the United States are staking their claim, indeed shouting out their right, to the American Dream." An upcoming film screening about Muslim American children in the New York Tri-State area -- Abraham’s Children -- will be hosted by Intersections International and Clock Wise Productions.U.N. Advocate Angelina Jolie Calls for Greater Support for Pakistani Flood Victims
New York, NY. The United Nations Goodwill Ambassador and award-winning Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie appealed today for the public to step up their financial support for the efforts of aid agencies to bring humanitarian relief to the millions of Pakistanis suffering as a result of the devastating floods that have inundated much of the country.Denouncing ‘Slavery in the Modern Age,’ U.N. Launches Plan Against Human Trafficking
United Nations, NY. The plan, launched at a high-level meeting of the General Assembly at UN Headquarters in New York, calls for integrating the fight against human trafficking into the UN’s broader programmes to boost development and strengthen security around the world. Christine’s Story: Escaping Poverty Through Education in Post-Earthquake Haiti
Port-au-Prince,Haiti. Christine, 14, lives in a camp for displaced people near the international airport here in the Haitian capital. “The only thing I know is that I know nothing,” says this energetic girl, who cites Socrates as her motivation for going to school.Haiti YMCA National Office & Youth Center Open in Port-au-Prince
Port-au-Prince, Haiti. More than 200 people attended the inauguration ceremony this week, among them local and national board members led by our Board Chair Fritz Jean and myself as General Secretary.
World of Colors Concert: Experience 20 World Cultures Through Music and Dance
New York, NY. New York's premier multicultural organization, The World Heritage Cultural Center (WHCC), proudly presents a universal cultural experience with representatives from more than 20 countries showing pride for their culture through music and dance on one stage. Chinese Court To Try First HIV Job Discrimination Case
Beijing, China. Chinese state media say a court will hear the country’s first case alleging employment discrimination because of an HIV infection. The China Daily newspaper says a municipal court in central Anhui province has accepted a lawsuit by a recent college graduate who applied for a teaching job in Anqing city.A Songwriter's Passion for Haiti, Healing and Global Citizenship
New York, NY. Last winter I had the joy of hearing Aileen Morgan for the first time and her melodic voice has flowed through my memories ever since. Aileen offered to donate her time and talent to Orphans International Worldwide's Haiti Relief Benefit at Webster Hall in February of 2010 and her performance powerfully connected to the cause (OIWW). Northwestern Undergrads Found Massive.tv
Evanston, IL. Ben Millstein checks his e-mail every five minutes, hoping for another donation to his project. Millstein and his group of Northwestern University undergrads are the minds behind Massive.tv, a recently launched new media platform focusing on collegiate creativity.
Humanitarian Needs in Flood-Stricken Pakistan Rise
Geneva, Switzerland. The United Nations says it is expanding its relief operations in Pakistan as humanitarian needs continue to rise in this flood-stricken country. Aid agencies warn the persistent movement of floodwaters to provinces in the south is increasing the number of people affected by the disaster. Glenn Beck to Hold Controversial "Restoring Honor" Rally at Lincoln Memorial
Washington, DC. Conservative American political commentator and Fox News radio and television host Glenn Beck plans a "Restoring Honor" rally for August 28 at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC. Critics condemn choosing the 47th anniversary and same location of Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech to hold the rally. Events related to King's speech will still be held in Washington, D.C.
Sana Musasama: The Unknown/The Unnamed Ceramic Sculpture: 2008-2010
New York, NY. The Unknown/The Unnamed, Sana Musasama’s provocative new exhibition of ceramic sculptures – powerful homage to the victims of mankind’s unspeakable inhumanity to one another -- will open at the June Kelly Gallery, 166 Mercer Street, on September 7. The works will remain on view through October 5.
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