Ensuring You’re Buying Fair Trade This blog post was written by Liluye Staff Writer, Katie Hutchinson, who is a driven and compassionate environmentalist and humanitarian. The term “fair trade” is seen more around the globe now than ever before. I’ve mentioned before how consumers’ awareness of their purchasing choices is changing the way we operate […]
People Trafficking in Cameroon (Survivors’ Network)
Real Life Stories: People Trafficking in Cameroon (Survivors’ Network) The latest in our series of partner interviews is with Awah Francisca Mbuli. Liluye’s staff writer, Sylvia Nalubega, interviewed Awah to find out more about her and her organization’s work. Awah is an activist and founder of Survivors’ Network (SN), Cameroon/Africa, a female, survivor-led organization that […]
Use and Abuse of Technology
Use and Abuse of Technology This blog post was written by Liluye Staff Writer, Katie Hutchinson, who is a driven and compassionate environmentalist and humanitarian. The United Nations was created to promote and establish peace throughout the world. The organization has evolved to keep pace with the changing globalized environment and to stop mass atrocities. […]
The Importance of Indigenous Fashion
The Importance of Indigenous Fashion This blog post was written by Liluye Staff Writer, Katie Hutchinson, who is a driven and compassionate environmentalist and humanitarian. Growing up in a semi-rural town, my public education did a poor job at educating and prioritizing the narratives of indigenous people. Ignoring the pain, suffering, and tragedies they faced. […]
Companies That Repurpose
Companies That Repurpose This blog post was written by Liluye Staff Writer, Katie Hutchinson, who is a driven and compassionate environmentalist and humanitarian. Used, second-hand, preloved, however you want to label it, everyone loves it. Choosing to not buy new clothing is one of the best options a consumer can make, but choosing vintage and […]
Biodegradable Textile / Material Options
Biodegradable Textile / Material Options This blog post was written by Liluye Staff Writer, Katie Hutchinson, who is a driven and compassionate environmentalist and humanitarian. Summer is here and many of us are searching to revamp our wardrobes (I am one of them)! Walking down the street, signs with bold lettering of “free trade,” “sustainable […]
People Trafficking in the U.S. (Twentyfour-Seven)
Real Life Stories: People Trafficking in the U.S. (Twentyfour-Seven) Tsvetelina Thompson is the Founder of Twentyfour-Seven, a human rights anti-trafficking organization dedicated to bringing intelligence and services to victims and survivors of sex trafficking. Tsvetelina’s story was compiled by Liluye staff writer, Sylvia Nalubega, who also writes a blog, Sanyu Centre for Arts and Rights. […]
Human Trafficking: Is It a Crime?
Human Trafficking: Is It a Crime? This blog post was written by Liluye Guest, Blog Post Writer, Karin vonKrenner, who is a thought leader, journalist, positive disruptor, and strategic forecaster. Her website is: kvkrenner.com.In 2007, UNODC (United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime) busily gathered information to create it’s first report on current global responses […]
Spring Cleaning: How to Sustainably Clean Out Your Closet
Spring Cleaning: How to Sustainably Clean Out Your Closet This blog post was written by Liluye Guest, Sustainable Blog Post Writer, Inès Ware, who also writes a blog, ecobae.co.It’s that time of the year again! All the clutter we have accumulated throughout the year. Let’s clean house! First things first, let’s start with the closet […]
People Trafficking in Cameroon (WOGED)
Real Life Stories: People Trafficking in Cameroon (WOGED) Beatrice Titanji is an empath, a women’s rights activist, and an entrepreneur at heart. She is the author of Curbing the Tide of Human Trafficking and Slavery and she founded the Women’s Guild for Empowerment and Development (WOGED) in Cameroon, which is a nonprofit that empowers girls […]