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Have you ever opened your water bill and felt you needed to sit down? Seeing today’s prices is jarring, but there’s nothing as surprising as your actual water use. Coupling this with the effects of climate change should spur action.
When you go to Thailand one of the first things you will notice is the depiction of elephants everywhere! They are on temples, flags, shirts, pants, and adorable statues around the country. They are clearly part of the Thai identity, but for as much as they are a symbol of Thailand the treatment of the actual animals in Thailand isn’t spectacular. Luckily for me, and the elephants, I was able to find and visit BEES Elephant Sanctuary, which holds nothing but love for the animals. Click here to read more!
So, I went into this trip thinking that this article would not be necessary, assuming that Thailand is a vegan heaven. This was not the case… Chiang Mai is awesome for vegans, but it seems that the rest of the country isn’t so sure what we are…
Climate change is an urgent and escalating global crisis reshaping ecosystems and threatening biodiversity. While its impacts are widespread, certain regions bear the brunt of these challenges more severely than others. Here are five areas at the forefront of the climate crisis.
The new year inspires many people to fix up their homes. How can you renovate sustainably, saving money and the planet? These five ideas can transform your abode with minimal effort and tread kindly on the environment.
Government policies banning natural gas and propane are in full swing. New York has passed a law prohibiting the use of fossil fuels in new buildings, and outlawed propane heating and natural gas-powered stoves and furnaces in favor of electric equipment. Similar city-level regulations are spreading in California, too.
Whether you live in these states or just want to reduce your environmental impact, you may be wondering how to switch from gas-powered appliances to electric in your home. Read on to learn about the benefits and where you can start.
Switching to solar energy is a must to generate clean power for the Earth and meet global climate change goals. Many people have not made the switch to solar because they worry about the cost, they don’t own their home or they simply don’t know where to start. While your objections are valid and fair, there are far more ways to go green than a full rooftop installation. Technology and creativity let everyone do their part.
In the land of pierogi and kabab one might wonder how hard it is to go vegan in Poland, but rest assured, you will do just fine!
If you’re reading this, you’re probably an eco-conscious citizen who cares about the planet and wants to make a positive impact. One pressing issue we face today is deforestation, which has devastating environmental consequences. The good news is that you can be part of the solution.
I know we don’t like to talk about climate change and how it is going to kill us all, but we need to start paying attention. I live in New York City where we are used to air pollution, but this past June was something else. We had orange skies of death and were told to avoid going outside at all costs, all because of fires in Canada. Canada! Miles and miles away! Yes, this was horrible and scary, but it got news coverage.
Greta Gerwig’s Barbie has taken the world by storm, starring icons like Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, America Ferrera, Issa Rae, and more. The movie provides a peek into Barbie World, where things are quite the opposite of our real word, and where patriarchy is non existent…until it is. The movie’s delve into the concept of feminism and its relation to the main character, Barbie, is quite an interesting take on the subject, especially for young viewers. The movie’s portrayal of a strained mother daughter relationship that mends itself in the face of crisis is also emotionally stirring and might tug some strings in some sensitive audiences.
It is important to analyze the impact of a movie as big as Barbie, that has a bigger audience, and whose marketing was played out to perfection, with the press tours and the Malibu Dream House, on diverse communities like that of South Asia, and the consequence of the Barbie trend on sustainability and fashion.
The end of summer often marks the beginning of a new chapter. But as the need for school supplies increases, we must consider the effects of our purchases. Whether you need backpacks or pencils, keep reading to discover the fashionable brands that are not only excellent for your class but also great for the environment.
The concept of conscious consumerism has gained traction amid rapid consumption and dwindling resources. Being a conscious consumer goes beyond simply making purchases — it involves understanding your buying decisions' environmental, ethical and social implications. This approach can empower you to think more carefully about your shopping habits, creating a positive impact on a global and local scale.
Minimalism has gotten a lot of press since Marie Kondo came onto the scene, and for good reason. It reduces stress, saves money, makes more time for what’s important and treads lightly on the planet. A minimalist lifestyle leads to greater sustainability by default, as buying fewer things means less waste. However, getting into the “less is more” groove isn't always easy in a consumer-driven culture, where ads for the latest and greatest doodad fill every airwave and billboard. You need guiding affirmations to serve as your light. Here are six key tenets of minimalism to help you live sustainably.
Tis the season… for Pole Sports! Well, really it is just starting to be the season. Let me explain. Like many sports the athletes train year round, but there are particular times when the different competitions happen. I am a US based athlete so I will be speaking more about the US, but it is much the same across the globe. The summer is when most of the national competitions happen for the athletes, then late fall and early winter is when the International competitions occur. One must first qualify on the national level, creating the US Team in our case, to go to Worlds. While we are not an Olympic sport yet, we are handled in much the same way.
Thanks to the Internet, it’s now possible to work anywhere around the world. This, plus the enlightening realizations of a global pandemic, has made increasing companies accepting and more open for digital nomads and work-from-home positions.
We love our favorite sex workers and adult film stars because they are uninhibited, playful, and just so, so hot. But they’re also people. And they have bad days, just like you and I do. And they have traumas they’re trying to process, as we all do, and they sometimes have to work in uncomfortable conditions with people they may not particularly like on days that they just aren’t feeling it.
This is a bad time to be queer. Alaska just gutted their LGBTQ+ Protections, Florida’s Bill SB254 is threatening to kidnap trans kids and tear apart queer families, and states across the country are introducing bills that mitigate gay rights, restrict access to gender affirming care, and expose the queer community as a whole to discrimination and violence. Iowa even attempted a fresh shot at rolling back marriage equality, along with the introduction of multiple anti-queer and anti-trans bills. These are just the tip of the iceberg; the legislation in progress is the opening move of the right wing’s long game to roll back rights, restrict healthcare, and force the queer community back into the closet.
As an American who has traveled a lot, I was surprised to hear of an island in the Caribbean that I had never heard of before – Guadeloupe. Like all of the Americas, Guadeloupe was doing just fine until Christopher Columbus landed on it in November 1493. This beautiful butterflied shaped land actually consists of two main islands that are close enough to connect via a bridge, and a few smaller islands around.
Thousands of lives have been lost and many more have been wounded in the destructive 7.8 magnitude earthquake that hit the Turkey-Syria border. This is the most powerful earthquake to hit the area in over a century. As the number of fatalities in Syria and Turkey continues to rise, charitable organizations are coming together to help those affected by the earthquake.
Here are some of the organizations that are providing relief and accepting donations so that you can support their efforts.
Meet Marie “Mandie” Davis, founder of Worthy of Love, a non profit organization that hosts birthday parties for the homeless, allowing them to have a chance to celebrate themselves and experience new forms of self-love. Worthy of Love’s origin story has its roots in a sweet personal anecdote of Mandie (read on to learn more), and has been throwing monthly birthday parties since January 2013! Having been sponsored by celebrities like Steve Harvey, Mayim Bialik, and Kelly Clarkson, the non profit hopes to continue to expand in the future to other cities and events. Read Mary “Mandie” Davis’s interview with Jejune Magazine to know more about this wholesome initiative, and, remember, you are worthy of love.
Egypt is a magical space, I just wish I knew certain things before getting there. Read my tips to learn more, including some hints for my vegan friends!
The midterm elections have ended and elected officials are preparing to take their seats in office. So what happens next? A flight over who will be the next Speaker Of The House? That aside, we still have influence and an obligation to hold our elected officials accountable.
To stay engaged you will want to find a balance between education and action. Take the first step. Look up your candidates at the local, state, and national levels. Make good use of resources to understand the issues and make an impact. Continue reading to learn about what it looks like to stay politically active after the election, and why it is essential in the New Year.
In India’s Uttar Pradesh NGO workers put their safety on the line to fight child prostitution, end sex trafficking, and restore victims’ dignity.
With abortion rights, the economy, and many more critical issues on the ballot, there’s no better time to get out and vote! It can be daunting to find the motivation to vote this fall, but the only way to get better outcomes from our leadership is by electing better leaders. There is a lot at stake, with abortion and inflation clashing as the top issues in the midterm elections. It’s not surprising considering the economic circumstances and how the Democrats responded after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Democrats leading issue for this election cycle is abortion followed by healthcare, and inflation. While Republicans leading issue is inflation followed by immigration and abortion.
Sustainability is probably the last thing you think about during the spooky season. It’s just one day where you dress up and enjoy sweet treats — how can it be that bad? However, Halloween's environmental impact is even scarier than the monster costumes and ghost stories.
Unveiled women are marching the streets of Iran protesting decades of oppression as the death of a young woman sparked a new wave of revolution. These women are challenging one of the main pillars of the Islamic Republic of Iran by cutting their hair and burning their hijabs in the streets. Despite being faced with violence, they are standing strong for the reform of a repressive system and the world is standing with them.
Is your closet the one place in your house that always seems cluttered? With trends changing constantly and the mass production in the fashion industry, it can be easy to overbuy clothes. We’ve all found ourselves tempted by fast fashion at some point, and overflowing closets are a common outcome.
It’s a vicious cycle, really. You clean and organize your closet only to revisit it next season just to start the process all over again. It’s time to declutter, but be mindful as you go through the process. Don’t just make the problem worse by throwing everything into the dumpster. Here are a few eco-friendly ways to declutter your closet.
The popularity of trendy and cheap clothing has surged over the past few decades, enticing consumers to indulge in frequent wardrobe updates. The constant changes in the fashion industry pressure people to buy into every new trend, rather than wearing what they already own.
If you still haven’t made an effort to switch to sustainable options, here are the environmental dangers that might convince you to stop shopping fast fashion.