Liberty Enlightening the World
With America and the world, in post-Trump election turmoil, I found myself thinking about America’s core values and ground rules. The United States of America is a country built by immigrants […]
We The People: Obama’s farewell Address
Although inevitable, I can’t believe the day has come. President Obama presented his farewell address. Every politician has his/her pros & cons and opposition & supporters. But whatever your opinion is […]
Inner Post USA election debate
Losing the dream of each other while each-other is the core word or value in what (i personally) strive for. How is it that I lost track of the needs […]
Super Gays & Equality
Yesterday Amsterdam hosted the annual World/EuroPride event. A colorful event full of festivities and extrovert parties. Although these celebrations carry a serious message of equality and the (still occurring lack thereof), […]
Be Inspired: The Essence of Life
We live in a high-tech, technology filled world. I will be the last one to tell you that this is a bad thing. Personally, I love the ability to open […]
Be inspired: Challenge your views
Dalia Mogahed, who served on Obama’s Advisory Council on Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships in 2009, manages to reflect on the connections between the current rising of Islamophobia, 9/11, the effect of […]
5 ways to save the world
Most of us know that the choices we make when it comes to shopping for food have an impact on the environment. I guess we are clear on the big […]
Be Inspired: Think outside the box
Richard Turere, a young Masai man, from Nairobi, shows that by thinking creatively we can not only solve our own problems but also help others and build futures. By being […]
The Connection between Beyoncé’s formation and Mandela’s rugby world cup
OK, ladies, now let’s get in formation The timing of Beyoncé’s latest video could not be better. Not only does the video represent black women in all their diversity and beauty […]
How good stories can cure a Westerners poor perception of Africa
I bet you thought the title didn’t quite match the cover image of the (American?) skyline? It’s actually one of Africa’s many great skylines. This particular one is Nairobi, Kenya. […]
How art connects you, me and the slums of Kenya
The only thing separating us from each other are six simple handshakes. So, you know someone, who knows someone and before you know it your fist bumping Barack Obama. As […]
How good and bad news influence global development
Yesterday Bill Gates visited the Netherlands. The Dutch newspaper, NRC next, published a short article about how Gates focuses on the good news rather than the bad. According to the newspaper, one […]
Heroes: The White Helmets
We all know the big charities and NGO’s of today’s development and humanitarian scene. When I say UNICEF, Oxfam, Save the children, Red Cross and International Rescue Committee, you probably […]
Be Inspired: Nature is Speaking
Take a few minutes to listen to what Mother Earth, Ocean, Soil & Forest have to say to you. If they could speak in words besides actions, this is probably […]
Be Inspired: David Bowie, the activist
Most of us probably know David Bowie for his music, fashion statements, and flamboyant appearance. There is no doubt that he was a one of a kind artist who elevated […]
Slaughter the beast with art & laughter
Try to beat a well-fed beast and you will fail. Let’s not try to beat the beast with what it embraces. Fear and hatred cannot be used to force surrender on […]
Be Inspired: Education & Equality
It’s a given that some people struggle with more prejudices in life than others. Making it extraordinary when they beat all odds. Sakena Yacoobi is one of these people. An […]
Be Inspired: gender equality
With the new year just around the corner, we want to give you some inspiration to kick off 2016. In January, we will publish our first of many monthly Netflix […]
5 art projects showing the other side of the refugee crisis
Follow my blog with Bloglovin 1 Although this project dates from World Refugee Day 2013, it is still relevant today. World Refugee Day is an annual event organized by UNHCR […]
The scientist from Syria
As anti-refugee and anti-Muslim sentiments seem to be trending in today’s global media conversation, we feel the importance of countering some negative stereotypes. These oversimplified formulations aren’t always bad. They help to create quick […]
Be Inspired: Refugees Welcome
Thursday, the first 163 Syrian refugees, of the planned 25,000, arrived in Canada. This is what Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said before their arrival: “First of all, thank you for […]
5 impressive advocacy campaigns on climate change
Lists. Everybody makes them from time to time, and especially now, at the end of the year, they seem to pop up everywhere. Best gender empowerment films on Netflix, top […]
The 21st Conference on Climate Change made simple
It’s almost time for the 21st Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Say what now? That’s a mouth full. The 21st Conference on […]
Voicings of freedom
Today it is the 2nd of November. Did you know the 2nd of November is the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists? No? Don’t worry, I didn’t either. […]
Shop till you drop but do it at IKEA
We all know that when a country is in need there are organizations to help out. Better yet, we expect it. Look at the current refugee crisis. Refugees are trying […]
Be Inspired: Democracy vs. Tyranny
Democracy can be considered the fairest but most difficult political system. There is nothing more challenging than team work, listening to one another and providing the same value and […]
America’s Domino Effect
With the American Democratic vs. Republican presidential race in full-blown speed, I can’t help but wonder about the follow-up effects of the upcoming election. Cause truth be told, the American […]
Watchlist: Freedom of Speech
April’s Watchlist is centered around a subject that is at the heart of many news stories of late: Freedom of Speech. If we are to take a minute to look […]
Watchlist: Youth & Conflict
The theme of March’s watchlist is one that is starting to gain momentum in the international conversation regarding conflict and peace efforts. That is the topic of youth and conflict. The […]
