Just Focus

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Just Write 2009

Are you a keen writer, aged between 14-18, passionate about social justice or sustainability and looking for a challenge? Then read on….

Just Focus

So you may be wondering what’s going on with Just Focus at the moment. Well…

We ARE the change!

Young people have always been involved in the fight for justice and change. Houston Paea looks at some students groups from around the world making a difference.

Are YOU ready? Stand up and be counted!

Many people believe that young people don’t care about politics….many people are wrong!

12 September 2008 Newsletter

Democracy has a date, and it’s November 8th! Even if you can’t vote in the election there are lots of ways you can have your say. Check out the newsletter and find out how.

The cost of food

While some people are dealing with obesity and health problems, others suffer from constant food shortages due to increase in demand, unwise use of food crops and natural disasters. Bon appetite!

Preparing For Life After Oil

Hannah Robson looks at communities in NZ and around the world that are facing the challenges of climate change and peak oil by looking for ways to become less dependent on oil and reduce their impact on the planet.

How much is too much?

Have you ever turned on the six o’clock news, only to tune out a few minutes later, thinking “oh, not again… another gloomy story about disaster and destruction”? If so, you’ve experienced compassion fatigue.

Unity in Diversity

It doesn’t take swords and armies, or AK47 Kalashnikovs and military vehicles, to discriminate against someone. All it takes is for one person to treat you unfairly on the basis of your religion.

Why Fair Trade?

Nicole Mesman, from the Just Write team, explores fair trade issues and explains why Fair Trade Fortnight is so important.

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