There is a lot of information here - some of it you may already know about, some of it you may not be aware of. There are many links to various sites and info sources dedicated to raising awareness and getting active on pressing issues - the Internet is a massive source of independent uncensored information.
Ethical shopping is an empowering and exciting concept. It operates on the principle that spending money is like voting. So, if you buy cage eggs, you’re voting for animal cruelty. If you buy certain brands of clothing, you’re voting for sweatshop labour. And if you buy a gas-guzzling car, you’re a fan of global warming.
The idea of “ethical consumerism” or “conscious consuming” is a social movement based around the idea that people should be mindful of the impact their purchases have on the environment and the health and well being of the people involved in making those products. Read More
Written and photographed by Ian Brownea friend of Sarawak.‟ Shamrock News Darwin (2010). ” Read the story of Ian Browne and his journey into the Malaysian Borneo rainforests to explore The jungle, the jungle people and the jungle corrupters and sad truth of the indigenous folks’ plight in Sarawak. 
A new, free, nonprofit, magazine, available online and in print. The magazine focuses on problems worldwide and how we are all connected. Currently in Australia, we feel there is a lack of opportunity for those wanting to help make the world a little better, other than merely donating to a cause. People feel disconnected. They read about global problems but have few outlets to participate in working against them, and so adopt the attitude of “But what can I do”?
Check this out! “The Human Rights Arts and Film Festival is back for 2010! From the plight of Egyptian garbage collectors to a law suit filed by Indigenous Amazonians, this year’s event features a diverse range of stories from all over the world. From the 23rd of April until the 29th of May HRAFF will travel around Australia with a stellar line up of award winning films, provocative art work, world music and high profile speakers which will challenge touch and inspire audiences from all walks of life. See 
Indigenous Programs for The Fred Hollows Foundation
National Day of Protest Saturday 13th February 2010
Help the fight against against Sex Trafficking
Blue King Brown has teamed up with THE BODY SHOP & CHILDWISE to help the fight against against Sex Trafficking..
There are currently 1.8 million children around the world who are victim to sex trafficking. Every country is implicated, including Australia. It’s modern day slavery and a human rights abuse that can be prevented.
To help raise awareness Blue King Brown are giving away their latest single ‘Women’s Revolution’ all you need to do is fill in your name and email at this link an you will be sent a link and password to download the track. You will automatically be added to the Blue King Brown mailing list. You can unsubscribe at any time.
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http://www.thebodyshop.com.au/Content.aspx?Id=146