A multi agency initiative, Better Care Better Volunteering Network promotes ethical alternatives to volunteering in children homes. Anna, in this first part of the interview, explains why it is not ethical to volunteer in residential children care centers, offering some interesting options that can help harming the children. The Second Part of this interview will be published on 10th of April
Singapore, despite remarkable success, it is still a work in progress. Though not a paradise on earth, the incredible story of this tiny island state was written by Lee Kuan Yew and a bunch of other incredible pioneers. It showed the world (and to China) that development can happen also through the "Asian" way but certainly this is not the "end of history" for Singapore.
Empowered as we are with an enlivened world and clear air, our built and experiential systems are emerging to fill a void and, indeed, necessity. The grain of all inventions makes us smile often and venerate a distant lesson and existential paradox. “There were fragments of statuary everywhere.”
The first smile on the face of Humlas orphans is my most significant achievement. I still remember those days and moments I had passed with them by helping on their education. During last hours when one of them told me you are the real god, I realized that I had achieved something. Moreover, the news about their improved education made the event my fundamental achievement.
You might know that there is turbulence in the relationship between Sweden and Saudi Arabia. It is all about human rights. While respecting the sovereignty of Saudi Arabia and acknowledging its gradual improvements, the EU should stand with Sweden.
'SUNAKALI is an award-winning Nepali documentary film about a girl whose passion for football propels her to break free from the fate of most girls and pursue her dream.'