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Calling All Youth Media Makers And Green Teens!

Amy Jussel — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 07:09:38 +0000

Kids can earn some green by doing what they love, creating thought-provoking media on climate change!

For the first time ever, kids are ‘burnin’ down the house’ with ideas and innovation to pitch renowned PBS hub WGHB for 3 to 5 minute youth videos on how climate change affects kids’ own community environs, vying for $2000 production grants and potential PBS airing.

WGBH has made it even hotter for green teens by hosting ongoing webinars starting Feb. 3rd to help kids conceptualize, remix, pitch ideas and amass public opinion…(accessible via archive too, so don’t sweat the date)

Popular pioneer vloggers Ryanne Hodson (who I can attest is very generous with her knowledge, as I’ve attended her Media Center how-tos and checked out her book) and Jay Dedman (her partner, former CNN journalist/co-founder of Yahoo’s videoblogging group) will contribute their skill sets to get kids started. Partner org Teachers Domain makes it a cinch for students to get up to speed with factoids and resources too. The inspiration for the contest? The Frontline documentary, “Heat” all about global warming and businesses’ reactions in the court of public opinion contributing to make or break success. Deadline for entries at WBGH is March 15, 2009. Next up on the eco-competitions…

What About Mom: Natural Cosmetics

Jamie Ervin — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 16:42:34 +0000

As Moms we spend an incredible amount of time to ensure health and safety for our children. Are we doing the same thing for ourselves? Afterall, leading by example is the best thing we can do. This has left me in search of new products for home and body. I recently received 15 samples of Alima Pure Cosmetics and I’m in love.

Putting On a Pretty Face: Ethical Cosmetics

Alicia Erickson — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 19:13:42 +0000

Now your smile can be shared with others as the first Trans Fair
certified cosmetic line have arrived in the US. Queen Helene Naturals,
which has
produced natural cosmetics since 1940, has developed a line of
four organic skin care products made from Fair Trade cocoa butter.
While natural and organic cosmetics have been appearing on more
and more shelves, including giants such as WalMart and Target, this is
the first line that
has ethcially sourced its ingredient and obtained certification. This
is an important new area for Fair Trade, as Americans spend 8 billion a year on cosmetics.

After
your skin is cleansed and soft from Queen Helene, grab some Peace Keeper make-up to put on more than just a pretty face. Peace Keeper uses all profits (after taxes) to
support "women’s
health advocacy and human rights issues." They do not have a set group
to which they provide financial support, but rather find organizations
that follow their ideals. Peace Keeper will periodically publish to
whom their donations are given for consumers to view. They have one
product, the lip gloss, which is specific for the United Nations
Development Fund For Women (
UNIFEM). The ingredients of each product is published so that you can be sure what you are putting on.
Regardless of which cosmetics you choose, be sure to check out what might be lurking in your blush or lotion at
Skin Deep. With many chemicals found in our morning routine being linked to allergies, birth defects and even cancer
, it is important we know exactly what we are putting onto our
bodies. Many companies have heard the cry for safer cosmetics and have
signed onto the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics. If your favorite brand is
missing, be sure to let them know you demand more.

Putting On a Pretty Face: Ethical Cosmetics image needed

Alicia Erickson — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 14:13:22 +0000

Now your smile can be shared with others as the first Trans Fair
certified cosmetic line have arrived in the US. Queen Helene Naturals,
which has
produced natural cosmetics since 1940, has developed a line of
four organic skin care products made from Fair Trade cocoa butter.
While natural and organic cosmetics have been appearing on more
and more shelves, including giants such as WalMart and Target, this is
the first line that
has ethcially sourced it’s ingredient and obtained certification. This
is an important new area for Fair Trade, as Americans spend 8 billion a year on cosmetics.

Regardless of which cosmetics you choose, be sure to check out what might be lurking in your blush or lotion at
Skin Deep. With many chemicals found in our morning routine being linked to allergies, birth defects and even cancer
, it is important we know exactly what we are putting onto our
bodies. Many companies have heard the cry for safer cosmetics and have
signed onto the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics. If your favorite brand is
missing, be sure to let them know you demand more.