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Infrastructure for Peace (I4P) - Call for Abstracts. Until March 1, 2012

Call for Abstracts. Journal of Peacebuilding and Development Special Issue. Deadline for submissions: 1 March 2012 Read on

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Conference: Internet Freedom for Global Development, 18./19.04., Stockholm

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to Stockholm Internet Forum on Internet Freedom for Global Development. The Forum is a meeting point for governmental representatives, cyber activists, human rights NGO:s, academics and corporate representatives. On April 18-19 we will discuss how freedom online can foster economic and social development. Welcome! Read on

National Conference on Sustainable rural development in India,Ajmer

In this conference discussions would be held towards synergizing shared concerns for Sustained and Inclusive Development. Exchanges at this national forum would lead to understanding and insights of underlying issues of Sustainable Growth. Read on

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Don't Reinvent The Wheel, Steal It: An Urban Planning Award for Cities That Copy

Cities around the world may all be struggling with the same problems, from building affordable housing to boosting internet access, but a lack of dialogue means that local governments rarely copy each other’s successful ideas. Read on

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Go Green Girls – Cycling to Spread the Green Message

When the Go Green Girls (GGG) cycling expedition was announced, 25 women, aged between 20 and 58 years, from different parts of the country enrolled immediately. Adventure was second nature to some of the participants. Read on

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India Youth Forum 2012,New Delhi,India

The India Youth Forum is the brainchild of the Youth Time Movement, a group of young activists from across 11 countries who have taken it as their mission to craft a new future through active campaigning and dialogue. Our fundamental goal is to motivate and empower the youth of the world.

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Amrut Mitti Making Workshop for Your Food Garden - 29th Jan 2012

This year Urban Leaves is planning to conduct many workshops on “Natueco Farming Technique”. The first step is to make Amrut Mitti, a nutritional rich soil. The importance of the soil and technique to make and maintain shall be the key programme during these sessions. Read on

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Yamuna Cyclothon

On the 22nd of January 2012, the Yamuna Cyclothon, a Swechha initiative, will gather over 1,000 citizens, who will cycle along the length of the river Yamuna to pledge their support to Delhi’s ailing river and reinforce their commitment to be environmentally conscious citizens.Be a part of this ground-breaking event by cycling or volunteering with Swechha! Read on

9th WORLD CEO SUSTAINABILITY SUMMIT,NEW DELHI

Doing business: while protecting the global commons Read on

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6th World Youth Congress

The 6th World Youth Congress (WYC) is being held from 4-13 June in the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro to motivate and inspire youth from around the world to participate actively in sustainable development initiatives in their respective societies. The first such Congress was held in October 1999 in Hawaii. This year, the WYC is being organized close on the heels of Rio+20 UN Summit. Read on

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Who will be the RLA Laureates 2012? Nominations are open

Everybody in the world can propose anyone for a Right Livelihood Award. The deadline for new proposals is 1 March 2012. Read on

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Girls 20 Summit 2012

The G(irls)20 Summit brings together one delegate from each G20 country, plus a representative from the chair country of the African Union. The delegates debate, discuss and design innovative ideas necessary to empower girls and women globally. While the agenda is the same as the G20 leaders and focuses on economic innovation – the participants are all girls, aged 18-20. Read on

Initiating and Supporting Dialogue. Actors, roles, methods, opportunities and limits. 21st November, Germany

Initiating and supporting dialogue is a classic way to guide and influence peace processes. It is used at all levels, from grassroots organisations up to political and military leaders. Read on

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World Aqua Congress, New Delhi, 16.-18.11.

World Aqua Congress 2011 Read on