Published by Suzanne York on 30 Jan 2013
By Suzanne York. Original posted at 6degreesofpopulation.org Here’s the deal: forget that this task of planet-saving is not possible in the time required. Don’t be put off by people who know what is not possible. Do what needs to be done, and check to see if it was impossible only after you are done. ~Paul [...]
Published by Antoinette Siu on 27 Sep 2012
Measuring the Networked Nonprofit: Using Data to Change the World Beth Kanter’s new book, Measuring the Networked Nonprofit, co-authored with KD Paine is out! It is about how nonprofits can use measurement and data to change the world. Here are details on upcoming book events, where to purchase, and other relevant information. And that’s not [...]
Published by Gillian Gurish on 13 Jun 2012
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We’re big readers here in the Wiser office. When one of us reads an especially interesting one, it often gets passed around for everyone to enjoy. Such was the case with RelationShift: Revolutionary Fundraising by Michael Bassoff and Steve Chandler. › Continue reading… |
Published by Peggy on 25 Apr 2012
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What does crowdfunding for the wetlands look like? In 2007 alone, humans used the equivalent of 1.5 planets to support their activities. Read this interview with Dr. Arnas Palaima to learn about why the wetlands need to be protected. › Continue reading… |
Published by Jen Boynton on 23 Apr 2012
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Guest blogger Jen Boynton of TriplePundit reviews Tracie McMillan’s undercover story in the American food system. › Continue reading… |
Published by Antoinette Siu on 27 Mar 2012
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Alice Walker sums up that “Dream of a Nation offers hundreds of ideas and examples of how smart, committed, and daring we can be.” The book explores problems and solutions from the perspective of leaders in our environmental, economic and societal challenges of today. I had the pleasure of interviewing Editor Tyson Miller to talk more about the project behind it. › Continue reading… |
Published by StuFram on 08 Aug 2011
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After working on expanding the scope of WiserLocal gatherings for about two and a half months now, I’ve gained a new appreciation for the idea of going “local.” In this entry I explore that revelation and find that the notion of simplification is often more complex than you’d expect. › Continue reading… |
Published by Peggy on 18 May 2011
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Recently we met Rachel Kaplan, a WiserEarth member, who has become somewhat of an expert on many aspects of living sustainably. She recently wrote a book with K. Ruby Blume called Urban Homesteading – Heirloom Skills for Sustainable Living, an A-Z ‘How-to’ guide. She agreed to answer some questions about her new book… WE hope you enjoy them! › Continue reading… |
