Just Focus

Global Economics / Ohanga o te Ao

(RED): Selfish Giving?

Read part one of a two part series. William Zhang investigates the global initiative PRODUCT(RED) and asks, what’s wrong with a bit of self interest?

Please don’t bash (RED)!

Read part two of a two part series. William Zhang explores what the critics have to say about PRODUCT(RED) and tell you what he thinks.

DRUG MONEY-THE REAL COST

While taking drugs isn’t new, the incredible growth in the illegal drug trade is! Drugs are in great demand and prices are high. But what is the real cost?

WHAT’S WRONG WITH THE G20’s NEO-LIBERAL AGENDA?

As the G20 prepares to meet in Melbourne this month, JF member Omar Hamed looks at the IMF and World Bank and explains why he is joining the StopG20 protest.

GET UP! STAND UP! SAY NO TO THE G20

Say no to the G20 and the new world disorder!The movement for global justice, a fair and participatory economy, an inclusive and egalitarian society and ecological sustainability won’t grow itself!

DRUGS: NOBODY’S WINNING THE WAR

While thrillseekers in the west demand the drugs, and their governments react by trying to stop the supply, farmers will continue to grow the illicit crops unless they are offered a real alternative way to make a living.

DRESSED TO KILL

Hannah Newport delves into the world of international manufacturing - what are your clothes saying about you? And what’s the true story behind the labels we love?

IS THIS REALLY PROGRESS?

Ever seen the news when the government releases its figures for the economic activity over the last year or quarter? Ever wondered what it all meant? Or why, even though we seem to be making “progress”, often it has little impact on our lives in our community?

NZ TRYING TO FORCE GE ON THE WORLD?

New Zealand nearly became the only country of the 132 nations who are party to the Cartagena Protocol to block an agreement on labeling GE organisms traded between nations.

THE BITTER SIDE OF CHOCOLATE

Whether you are a whitey, darkie, nutty or gooey on the inside what we all have in common is that we love chocolate. But when you find out about where chocolate comes from and the unfair conditions that people experience to bring us that magic bar, it can leave a nasty bitter taste in your mouth.

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