Differences in culture are often capitalized to breed distrust. But the underlying common values we each share bring us together. Sharing my favorite video about crossing the cultural divide to find love among peoples of different cultures, despite political rhetoric. … [Read more...]
The Right to Marriage and Family:
May 14, 2012 By Leave a Comment
In honor of the International Day of Families, May 15, a video illustrating Article 16 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights which reads: (1) Men and women of full age, without any limitation due to race, nationality or religion, have the right to marry and to found a family. They are entitled to equal rights as to marriage, during marriage and at its dissolution. (2) Marriage shall be entered into only with the free and full consent of the intending spouses. (3) The family is … [Read more...]
Message of International Day of Families 2012
May 14, 2012 By Leave a Comment
In his message for the United Nations International Day of Families, UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon urged all to "renew our pledge to promote work/family balance for the benefit of families and society at large." That balance can be a difficult challenge, beautifully illustrated by a public service announcement produced by the Church of Scientology on the precept of The Way to Happiness, "Be Worthy of Trust." … [Read more...]
In Honor of World Interfaith Harmony Week
February 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
In honor of World Interfaith Harmony Week, this video depicts fundamental similarities among the world’s religions. The World Interfaith Harmony Week, proposed at the UN General Assembly on September 23, 2010 by H.M. King Abdullah II of Jordan, was adopted unanimously by the UN less than a month later. Celebrated the first week of February, it provides a platform—one week in a year—to promote the effective work of interfaith groups and concerned individuals in support of peace and … [Read more...]
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