What defines something as “peaceful?” The absence of war, for one, is a pretty obvious element. Respect, generosity and open-mindedness make sense too. But it takes more than just understanding the definition to be a true advocate of peace, say the leaders of a just-launched nonprofit organization. PeaceEarth, a digital-first project, aims to create a [...]
Forest Whitaker’s Non-Profit Teaches Youth Peace-Building Skills With Technology
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Morocco’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites
September 9, 2012 | Posted by
There are 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Morocco, here are brief descriptions of what you can expect to see at each of the sites: The Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou is an example of a traditional pre-Saharan habitat, surrounded by high walls and reinforced with corner towers. Aït Benhaddou is a ‘fortified city’, or ksar, along [...]
Jamaica Seeks World Heritage Status For Sunken Port
May 31, 2012 | Posted by
The Jamaica National Heritage Trust (JNHT) has commenced work towards securing Port Royal’s inclusion on the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation’s (UNESCO) list of World Heritage sites. The process involves a series of activities, focusing mainly on the portions of the Sunken City, and adjoining areas over which the town’s existing layout was [...]
