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Apr 7, 13 •
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Homelessness •
Kathie •
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This story will warm your heart and as the nights begin to have a chill to them how about we start this kindness ritual here in Australia. ‘Suspended Coffee’ Comes to Australia “We enter a little cafe with a friend of mine and...
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Jan 8, 13 •
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#MummyBloggersforGood, Homelessness, The Brave Discussion Movement, Travel •
Kathie •
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This year we introduce a new section to The Brave Discussion – Responsible Tourism. In recent years slum tourism has become increasingly popular, and increasingly controversial. We will celebrate the shining stars of responsible tourism – the...
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Dec 21, 12 •
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Homelessness, Social Entrepreneurs, The Brave Discussion Movement •
Kathie •
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We are witnessing a whole cultural shift in the way we do business and support our fellow man. It’s a movement called social entrepreneurship where creative and innovative ways are used to solve big social problems. My prediction that within the next 10...
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Dec 18, 12 •
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Homelessness, Social Entrepreneurs, The Brave Discussion Movement, Travel •
Kathie •
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Tired of conventional city tours? Want to make a difference in the world. Is homelessness one of The Brave Discussion social justice issues you feel passionately about? Then this unique social enterprise might just be something we all could duplicate in...
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Dec 16, 12 •
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Homelessness, The Brave Discussion Movement •
Kathie •
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As the festive season is upon us, it seems appropriate to consider a suitably seasonal film. I have chosen one that resonates with many of us here on The Brave Discussion – Homelessness and the spirit of Christmas. It’s a beautiful touching story and...
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Feb 17, 12 •
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Homelessness, Social Entrepreneurs, Social Media, Storytelling Friday, The Brave Discussion Movement •
Kathie •
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Today we share a great case study on changing the story. The Occupy Wall Street movement names the core issue of our time: the overwhelming power of Wall Street and large corporations—something the political establishment and most media have long ignored....
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Dec 30, 11 •
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Homelessness •
Kathie •
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Today guest blogger Marguerite Jill Dye gives a poignant insight into her work with Step Up. Ben leaned forward over the table, a worn-out look of compassion all over his face. “Last month, we received 27 calls from families in Sarasota living in...
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Dec 5, 11 •
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Homelessness •
Kathie •
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By guest blogger Marguerite Jill Dye. This well-groomed, self-assured, intelligent member of our Health and Human Services Committee couldn’t possibly be the same homeless man we had watched, helplessly, fall into unconsciousness one month before. Across...
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Dec 3, 11 •
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Homelessness, Social Entrepreneurs, The Brave Discussion Movement •
Kathie •
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December is the season of giving and gifts are very much at the forefront of everyone’s mind. Today we feature a young woman, Jo Pretyman who has used her gift to inspire a new social enterprise, The Philanthropic Foodie. The great news is when...
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Nov 25, 11 •
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Homelessness, Peace, Personal Journeys to Happiness, Social Entrepreneurs •
Kathie •
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What does art, film and the world’s largest garbage dump have in common? Today we have a very special story about a talented film maker and her film, Waste Land, filmed in the world’s largest garbage dump. The film provides stirring evidence...
