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The Feminist Majority promotes equality for women and men, non-violence, social justice and economic development and to enhance feminist participation in public policy. 

To discover fun and exciting ways you can experience the Bible , visit How-to-Experience-the-Bible.com, where you will also find out how Biblical coloring pages can keep your children thinking about the things of the Lord.  

It's been a month of mixed emotions for those of us who care about civil rights. There was the elation when the Supreme Court overturned the so-called Defense of Marriage Act -- the discriminatory law that has hurt so many Americans in its nearly 17 years of existence -- and let marriage equality return to California. There was the anger when the Court twisted the law to make it harder for workers and consumers to take on big corporations. And there was the disbelief and outrage when the Court declared that a key part of the Voting Rights Act that was so important and had worked so well was now somehow no longer constitutional. It remains true that this Supreme Court is one of the most right-leaning in American history. The majority's head-in-the-sand decision on the Voting Rights Act -- declaring that the VRA isn't needed anymore because it's working so well -- was a stark reminder of why we need to elect presidents who will nominate Supreme Court j...

Make a difference in the lives of LGBT seniors – and our entire community – as we celebrate how far we’ve come towards equality today.

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The trial of George Zimmerman for the murder of Trayvon Martin has begun. Watch the prosecution and defense present their cases while court is in session right here .

Its A New Day Same-sex marriages can resume in the state for the first time since 2008.

Help us! The Supreme Court gave us a win on marriage, but we still have massive fights to protect voting rights, to get unlimited corporate money out of elections, to stop the War on Women and to defeat right-wing extremism ... and we still have much work to do on LGBT equality to ensure an end to discrimination.

Have you heard of anti-gay "conversion therapy"? It's therapy that's supposed to "fix" gay people by turning them straight, and most mental health associations say it's incredibly dangerous, especially for kids. In fact, the American Psychiatric Association has stated that "potential risks of reparative therapy are great, including depression, anxiety and self-destructive behavior." Donate today!

Do you wanna to be part of the new movement? Make a difference and "be the change," Consider volunteering for worthwhile community service events. Giving back & helping others is rewarding, fulfilling, satisfying, and fun!

The fifth annual Arts Festival Conference – presented by ZAPP® – convenes Monday, October 7, and Tuesday, October 8, 2013, in Louisville, Kentucky. This year's event takes place at the gorgeous historic Seelbach Hilton Louisville hotel, immediately following the St. James Court Art Show .

Innovative Ad Hides an Anti-Abuse Message that is Only Visible to Kids  

Though many children exhibit some of the follow behaviors, a child exhibiting some or all of these signs may have ADHD. Though this does not necessarily mean your child has ADHD, parents should discuss any concerns with their physician.

What should I pack? Will I make any friends? What if I don’t like it? Some of what kids encounter at camp and that parents must endure — from colds and viruses to broken bones — is often just part of being a kid, But parents can take steps to help make their child’s summer as healthy and painless as possible. A little prep work, such as packing the right essentials and communicating with the camp nurse, can go a long way toward avoiding the most common problems. Be realistic. Parents should also recognize that not all camp injuries are preventable, Put 300 little kids in 20 cabins, encourage energy and competitiveness, and things happen, Kids fall. Baseballs fly astray. Boys have sword fights with golf clubs. No amount of preparation can stop kids from being kids. Voice concerns. Parents also should speak directly to the camp director to discuss any worries they may have, If you’re especially concerned about any activities or possible injuries, talk to the camp abo...

America: More Diverse yet Less Equal? It seems that some white Americans in particular and conservatives in general see President Obama's ascendance and the growth of minority populations as reasons for abandoning proactive policies designed to eradicate racial inequality. Indeed, Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia went so far as to describe affirmative action as a "racial entitlement" -- framing the issue through a political lens rather than a legal one -- and thereby qualifying it as welfare for the undeserving.

BLACK ENTERPRISE seeks talented and motivated students entering their junior or senior year of college, or who are enrolled in graduate study, to participate in our 2013 Summer Internship Program.

"i Am Esteem" Day.org   We could really use your help right now, before our fiscal year closes on June 30. Your donation will help launch us into our new year with the wherewithal to respond to new humanitarian crises that arise over the next 12 months. More urgently, your support will help sustain our ongoing work to save and improve lives of at risk teens in nearly 30 countries … right now. In fiscal year 2012, we provided more than 10,000 consultations, enrolled more than 400 kids in nutrition programs and distributed close to 60,000 suicide prevention kits. Your donation sent before June 30 will help us do even more in fiscal year 2013. Please be generous and please be quick.   Thank you for all your help — past, present and future. ERIC DEVEZIN Founder of  Beauty Within~ Teen Esteem

This summer Metroplitan Theatres Corporation will be putting on a Summer Kids Film Series at the Paseo Nuevo Theatre. Tickets are only $2 each! If you have any youngsters this is a great opportunity to take them to a movie in a kid friendly environment or you could just see some of these recent hits on the big screen again!

The Student Debt Crisis is Everyone’s Problem

School may be out, but your kids don’t have to put the books down. Group reading and organized book clubs with friends and neighbors offers children and teens a way to have fun while still learning during the summer months. Jump-start a summer reading program with fun discussions, activities and games that will leave a lasting impression well into the school year.

Keep your kids reading and learning all summer long with our Summer Reading Community Challenge.

Celebrating with other father figures  Activities to recognize a lost father How to celebrate with your kids  

MACKLEMORE & RYAN LEWIS - SAME LOVE feat. MARY LAMBERT (OFFICIAL VIDEO) 

Avoiding and Treating Sunburn Everyone is at risk for skin cancer, but especially people with light skin color, light hair or eye color, a family history of skin cancer, chronic sun exposure, a history of sunburns early in life, or freckles, according to the American Cancer Society. Rays from artificial sources of light such as tanning booths also increase the risk of skin cancer.

Are You Pro-Kid? Then You Should Join The Children's Movement of California  

Project Imaginat1On THE FILM CONTEST The Film Contest Now it's your turn to sit in the director's chair. Choose one winning photo from each of the 10 storytelling themes to begin your filmic journey. Also watch the videos below to learn from last year’s Project Imagin8ion director, Bryce Dallas Howard, as she provides tips from her on-set experiences. The 5 winning films will be chosen by Ron Howard, Bryce Dallas Howard and our judging panel to join the celebrity directors’ films as part of “A Ron Howard Presentation.” All 10 films will be screened at the highly-anticipated Canon Project Imaginat10n Film Festival, and each winner will also receive $5,000. Long Live Imagination. HOW TO SUBMIT film contest timeline 06.04.2013 07.23.2013 today Bryce's Project Imaginat10n Film Contest Tutorial Introduction Writing P...

   Black Music History Black Music Month originated in 1979.  President Jimmy Carter proclaimed the month of June as Black Music Month to celebrate the music, the achievements, births, important timelines, events and to remember those we lost.

Sunny Side Up Show to meet Chica!   Keep your kids reading and learning all summer long with the iVillage Summer Reading Community Challenge®! Receive 4 weeks of free, literacy-building tips, games and activities to foster a love of reading – from the experts at Sprout and Scholastic.

  Keep it concise.      Keep it relevant.        Keep it short. At the early stage, your resume is probably being read by someone who doesn't read resumes as their full time job. Help them save time by limiting what you write down.

Balaal Hollings has turned his tragic situation in a joyous occasion.

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