I was reading an article in the NYT about how maybe the UN will actually address some of the mass rape going on in Darfur and and these different areas, and how hopefully some action will be taken, because apparently it hasn't so far. Anyway, it got me thinking, and the thought of any being being tortured (as my friends should know from my eating habits), gets me really riled up. And rape, especially when it's done with a pointed object as it sometimes happens, is definitely in that repugnant torture camp.
Then I ended up on this website, and I like the looks of this group: Heal Africa.
Any thoughts on ways to help?
This idea isn't specifically related to Heal Africa, but maybe each month we could choose a different group and try and do a small fundraiser for them, in our separate cities? Another idea that I had for a new year's goal (which I've only done one month out of these last six, bad me) is to individually pick a different cause each month and then devote either time or make a small donation to it. Help in a small way, and also keep myself thinking about and focused on different needs. Gosh, that was a nice idea. Too bad I flaked out on it. Not too big of a surprise. :) But maybe, as a group, we can encourage each other in that. Maybe in the individual goal, and it anyone wants to run with it and do some fundraising, go them. But I suppose getting in a small individual habit would be the logical best step. Thoughts?
Robin
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That IS a great idea. So many people pick one or two causes to devote their time and money, but I love the idea that in supporting a multitude that you're staying aware of different issues and areas that need support.
Well then let's kinda do that!! We can share our ideas for our personal month choice, and share what we ended up going with. :) June is almost over, so I'm going to start in July.... :)
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