| Journal | 1 August 2020 Life in the time of COVID |
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"There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens..." Ecclesiastes 3:1-1 (NIV) |
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The World Day Against Trafficking in Persons was on 30 July. To show solidarity with victims of human trafficking a poem and resources on this topic are in the 'Other Featured Content' section. |
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01 What does this driver do when they see a befuddled muskrat in the rear-view mirror? Read about the empathy of a 'good Samaritan' in this piece by Karen J. Weyant. | | |
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“They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself.”
- Andy Warhol. - |
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02 Ken Pobo's poem invites us to grow, be vital, bloom... despite the death and pain the pandemic has wrought. In “COVID-19 and Dahlias,” we take a look at beauty in the common place. | | |
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03 This pandemic brings about stress and anxiety about the uncertainty of the future. Pay attention to its effects on your mental health and learn ways to cope, such as deep breathing or seeing a therapist. "I'm Struggling to Manage My Mental Health in Isolation" is an engaging prose piece by Amy Horton | | |
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04 Although there have been many sad occurrences as a result of #COVID, Linda Crate offers a new perspective. “Focusing on the Good” takes a fresh look at how this could be a time to heal and focus on “the most important things we sometimes buried.” | | |
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Events | Valiant ScribeFollow and sign-up to attend various free events and activities here. This page features workshops, concerts, open mics, book club and other events for authors and readers. |
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"She Lives" a Poem about Human TraffickingHuman trafficking is an ever increasing area of international concern. Trafficking in humans is one of the fastest growing criminal activities in the world[1] Human trafficking is stated to be the 2nd largest criminal industry in the world[2], it is utilized for the suppression of human rights, the institutionalization |
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Blue Heart Campaign against Human Traffickingis a global awareness raising initiative to fight human trafficking and its impact on society. It seeks to encourage involvement from governments, civil society, the corporate sector and individuals alike, to inspire action and help prevent this heinous crime. |
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RenewToday Campaignincluding individuals and organizations experience a greater sense of mercy, justice and community. Some of our services include event planning, marketing, media support, strategy and fundraising. Campaign Goal: The Team: Amelia Thompson: Over the last ten years Amelia has provided grant writing, strategic planning, program design and performance management support to a range of causes and nonprofits. |
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Literary Arts Emergency Fund - Literary Arts Emergency FundLITERARY ARTS EMERGENCY FUND GUIDELINES ELIGIBILITY Literary arts organizations and publishers* AND Incorporated nonprofits with 501(c)3 status OR a fiscal agent *Because recent financial losses experienced by literary nonprofit organizations and publishers have been substantial and emergency relief is limited, libraries, museums, book arts organizations, humanities councils, centers for the book, residencies, playwriting organizations, author's homes, and organizations devoted to championing the legacy of an individual writer are ineligible. |
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Resources for Writers in Support of Justice and ActionAs writers speak up, protest, and stand together with those who seek justice for George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade, and countless others who have been murdered, marginalized, and repressed as a result of white supremacy and anti-Black racism, we acknowledge that our commitment to fighting for racial justice must extend beyond the page. |
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