Human Rights

[close] Joy and Justice is a space for thoughtful discussions about social justice issues. We frame our conversations around media selections (books, movies, articles, poems, etc.). The goal is to lean into conversations with a shared commitment to expand our understanding and build authentic and meaningful relationships across differences. We meet via Zoom every other month, 4th Sunday, 7-8:15 pm.

[close] At Dawn Publishing we believe in respectful debate and life long learning for all, not just academics or those in politics. We love reading, writing and publishing books which are inclusive to all and address the multitude of negative narratives and injustices around the world. Our books are designed to contribute to community cohesion around the world, and bring about postive social change using activism in a well thought out and positive manner. Join us for book recommendations, discussions and opportunities to collaborate on projects and events coming up in the future. We also offer the opportunity to join our review team for new and up coming books published by Dawn Publishing. In addition to this group here on Goodreads, we will be meeting for monthly discussions via Zoom with the opportunities to meet in person in various locations around the world. So come join us!

[close] This is the reading list for all members and affiliates of the Mindful VC Community.

[close] Did you know the field of adoption is still dominated by the opinions of adoption agencies and adoptive parents who are not aware of or just plain ignore human rights? By staying connected with community peers and family members of adoption-loss, we can balance the landscape of adoption in academia, governments, and even in the privacy of our own adoptive homes. Knowledge is Power. Know more about adoption than the professionals in the field. As global cross-cultural citizens, we stand in solidarity with one another on the issue of human rights. Our combined experiences along with the more information we gather along the way can (and has) shifted the paradigm from the "old adoption script" built on shame, myths, and assumptions, to an equal and rational rights-based standpoint. You are NOT alone. If you are an advocate for social equality, human rights, and child rights, this community will give you the assurances you need as you discuss the topic with those closest to you. When we are secure in our rights, we are unshakeable. Founded on the premise that the rights of all humans should be respected and safeguarded as acknowledged in the US Constitution and in multiple human rights treaties of the United Nations. *This is not the place to dispute whether or not members are "pro-" or "anti" adoption because we all know that adoption consists of a roller coaster of constant ups and downs. This forum is founded on our innate human right to know and have access to all information that pertain to us--if and when we so desire. There should be no dispute on whether or not we have a right to our birth certificates and/or adoption documents. All humans–even people who have been adopted–deserve to have our civil liberties respected. A reminder to give consideration to all members, and to treat individuals the way they want to be treated.