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Network News – Connexions Digest
#47
(Volume 12, Number 1)
Actions and Campaigns
Save the Stein Valley
Two groups are currently working to save B. C.’s Stein Valley, ancestral
home of the Haida Native people. The valley contains ancient Native
archaeological sites, famous for their pictographs. Wildlife, including
bears, mountain lions, and coyotes also live in the valley. The
lumber industry in B.C., which has recently begun a million dollar
advertising campaign promoting logging of the area, may be given
the right to log and build roads on this Native–owned land by B.C.’s
Social Credit government.
The Western Canada Wilderness Committee is appealing for
help from people outside of the province. They have published 150,000
copies of a free educational newsletter, and are appealing to organizations
across the country to help to distribute them. The committee’s new
address is 103–1520 Sixth Avenue, Vancouver, B.C. V6J 1R2 (604)731–6716.
A second group — Save The Stein Coalition — urges supporters
to write to the premier of B.C. and demand that the Stein remain
unlogged. Write Premier Vander Zalm, Legislative Buildings, Victoria,
B.C., V8X 1X4.
Good News for Temagami
The Temagami Wilderness Society reports that the Ontario
Minister of Natural Resources has made positive moves toward the
preservation of Temagami, the last large section of untamed land
in eastern Canada. The Society urges the public to show their continued
support by writing or calling David Peterson, Premier of Ontario,
Queen’s Park, Toronto Ontario M7A 1A1, (416)965–1941. They suggest
that you send a copy of your letter to the editor of your local
newspaper.
A Time for Social Solidarity
The Working Committee for Social Solidarity has issued a
declaration entitled A Time to Stand Together which
calls for popular sector groups to unite to put forward alternative
economic and social policies based on social solidarity. Members
of the working committee include the Canadian Labour Congress, the
Confederation des syndicats nationaux, the National Action Committee
on the Status of Women, the National Farmers Union, the United Church,
and the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops. Contact The Working
Committee for Social Solidarity, 21 Florence Street, Ottawa, Ontario,
K2P 0W6.
The Wrath of Grapes
The United Farm Workers of America have produced a video
cassette called "The Wrath of Grapes" to illustrate how
they are fighting toxic pesticide poisoning of Californian table
grapes. The spraying affects labourers who harvest the grapes and
the residents in the vicinity who ingest "drift" from
pesticide spraying. These pesticides cause birth defects, cancer,
chronic illness and death. Some of the carcinogenic chemicals remain
in the grapes and cannot be washed off.
You can help by boycotting California table grapes, spreading the
word to other consumers and speaking to your local grocer or supermarket
manager. The video cassette (VHS format only) is free. For a copy,
write to: United Farm Workers of America, c/o Canadian Labour Congress,
365–15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills, Ontario, M3C 1Y8 (416)441–3710.
Canadian Mining Company Polluting Philippines
The fishing grounds of 20,000 families at Calancan Bay in the Philippines
are being choked by copper tailings dumped by the Canadian Marcopper
Mining Corporation. Residents are asking for help to stop this destruction.
Supporters can assist the cause by expressing their concern to Placer
Dome Inc., which has a 40 per cent share in Marcopper Mining. The
address is: Mr. John Walton, President, Placer Dome Inc., Box 49330
Bentall Postal Station, Vancouver, B.C., V7X 1P1.
AIDS and Genital Mutilation
A women’s centre in Nigeria is seeking support for their AIDS and
Genital Mutilation Campaign. In the past year, this non–profit,
non–governmental organization has met with hundreds of rural women
in Africa in an attempt to persuade them to refrain from the practice
of genital mutilation. This practice is linked to the spread of
AIDS in Africa. The centre needs more funds to continue their work.
For donations or enquiries, write to Mrs. Hannan Edemikpong, Women’s
Centre, Box 185, Eket, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, West Africa.
Nature Trust Proposed
In an attempt to break the pattern of urban encroachment on Canada’s
prime foodlands, Friends of Foodlands has proposed that a
Foodland and Nature Trust be set up for the Markham, Pickering and
Scarborough areas of Ontario. The Trust would acquire and manage
all publicly–owned lands in these areas, and would conserve and
enhance wetlands, woodlots, wildlife and other natural features.
For more information about this proposal, write or call Friends
of Foodland, The Ontario Coalition to Preserve Foodlands, 25 Village
on the Green, 295 Water Street, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 2X5 (519)763–2589.
Making a Pledge for Peace
The Canadian Peace Pledge is a campaign sponsored by hundreds
of peace groups in Canada and facilitated by the Canadian Peace
Alliance. The goal of the campaign is to convince politicians that
there is a "peace vote" to be won or lost in the next
election. Organizers are asking Canadians to sign a pledge that
they will vote only for candidates who will actively work to make
Canada an international voice for peace. For a copy of the pledge,
and for further information about how you can support the campaign,
write to: Canadian Peace Alliance, 5–555 Bloor Street West, Toronto
Ontario, M5S 1Y6.
Global Campaign Against Wildlife Trade
The Asia–Pacific People’s Environment Network (APPEN), in
collaboration with Sahabat Alam Malaysia (SAM), have launched
a global campaign to stop the growing wildlife trade. It is estimated
that one species of life becomes extinct each day. The campaign
is aimed particularly at Japan, which is a major consumer/destroyer
of whales, sea turtles, corals and rare plants. Many of the species
being imported into Japan are illegal under the Convention on International
Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora, the world body
which is working toward the abolition of the international trade
in wildlife. "We are up against highly organised and well–financed
syndicates of illegal traders, government corruption and other economic
and social forces which stand against legitimate arguments for sustainable
utilisation of wildlife resources," says Tom Milliken, Director
of Trade Records Analysis of Flora and Fauna in Commerce (TRAFFIC).
The Japanese trade is not minor: according to TRAFFIC, annual imports
into Japan include 70,000 parrots, 29,000 kilograms of crocodile
skins, 500,000 lizard skins, over 100,000 snake skins, and 40,000
Bengal cats.
APPEN and SAM have published a book on the issue: Decimation
of World Wildlife — Japan as Number One. It is available
from SAM, Penang, Malaysia for $6 U.S. (surface), $8 U.S. (airmail).
Rural Dignity
According to Rural Dignity, "Across Canada 82 per cent of rural
post–masters are women. Over 5,000 rural post offices are due to
be closed in the next few years. Not only is that very bad news
for the women and men who are employed at those post offices but
also it is terrible news for the small community itself. The post
office, the heart of the town or village, is essential for a vibrant
community." The group requests that letters be sent to the
Prime Minister, MPs, MLAs and political parties. For further information
contact Cynthia Patterson, Co–ordinator, Rural Dignity Canada, Barachois
de Malbaie, Quebec, G0C 1A0.
Rainforest Destruction
Last November, 43 members of the Penan Tribe in Malaysia were arrested
for blocking logging roads; their trail begins on October 31. The
World Rainforest
Movement is calling for worldwide actions in support
of the Penan, who are seeking to protect their way of life and the
forests in which they live. Protests are being planned in some 40
countries around the world. In Ottawa, one will be held in front
of the Malaysian High Commission. Friends of the Rainforest are
encouraging other groups across Canada to act in support of the
Penan. They have two videos, and an information package, available.
Contact Friends of the Rainforest, P.O. Box 4612, Station E, Ottawa,
Ontario, K1S 5H8.
Southern Africa campaign
Development and Peace’s study/action campaign this fall is
on southern Africa. A package of materials, and a slide/tape presentation,
is available through Development and Peace Diocesan Councils and
regional staff. On or about December 10, 1988, local groups of Development
and Peace have been urged to hold a prayer vigil on southern Africa.
For more information, or to obtain action sheets or posters, contact
Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace, 3028 Danforth
Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M4C 1N2, (416) 698–7770.
Sugar Cane Cutters
The Movement for Action with Sugarcane Cutters wants to help
improve the conditions of near slavery in which migrant sugar cane
cutters live and work in the Dominican Republic. For more information
on how you can help call Audrey (416) 537–2694 or Sue (416) 763–0276.
Broads on Bay Street
The women’s caucus of the Alliance for Non–Violent Action
is planning a non–violent women’s day of resistance for International
Women’s Week 1989, with the theme "Broads on Bay Street."
The focus of the action is to be Toronto’s Bay Street, "the
emotional heartland of Canadian capitalism." The action is
intended to "give us a space and opportunity to raise our voices
against the many states of women’s oppression." Other women
are invited to join in the planning.
Living With AIDS
October 17 – 23 has been proclaimed Ontario AIDS Awareness Week.
Community groups are invited to participate by offering special
educational events and projects. For more information, contact the
AIDS Committee of Toronto, Box 55, Station F, Toronto, Ontario M4Y
2L4, (416) 926–0063.
Leonard Peltier
Leonard Peltier is a North American Native political activist in
his 13th year in a U.S. prison. He was extradited to the U.S. from
Canada on the basis on evidence which was later shown to be falsified.
The Leonard Peltier
Canadian Defence Committee is continuing to work for
Peltier’s release and return to Canada. Contact 43 Chandler Drive,
Scarborough, Ontario, M1G 1Z1, (416) 431–1886.
Appeals for Support
Support for Simon Nkodi
Simon Nkodi, a black gay activist jailed in South Africa for anti–apartheid
activities in June of 1984, has been free on bail since 1987. His
trial continues, and, although no longer in prison, he must attend
the proceedings five days a week and report to the police daily.
Simon is unable to work to support himself due to these restrictions,
and must depend on the generosity of his friends and supporters
to subsist.
The Simon Nkodi Anti–Apartheid Committee has committed itself
to making direct contributions to Simon’s support. They have pledged
to send a minimum of $100 per month until the trial concludes and
he can return to work.
Please send cheques payable to SNAAC, indicating that your donation
should be directed to the Support Campaign. If you would like to
pledge a monthly amount, make a note of this, and include your post–dated
cheques. Write to the Simon Nkodi Defense Fund, Box 65 Station F,
Toronto, Ontario M4Y 2L4.
Literacy Aid for Nicaragua
The Nicaraguan Library Support Group, a group of librarians
from Edmonton, is currently raising funds to help combat illiteracy
in Nicaragua.
Nicaragua’s outstanding national literacy campaign, one that has
lowered the illiteracy rate from 52 per cent to 12 per cent, is
an international success story. However, libraries in Nicaragua
are desperately short of reading material, particularly children’s
books. Currently, Nicaraguan libraries have only one book per person.
Previously, the Nicaraguan Library Support Group has donated funds
to purchase Spanish language subject heading lists for Nicaragua’s
National Cataloguing Centre. They are now raising funds to help
build a Spanish language library school to serve the forty public
libraries in Nicaragua. A fund–raising goal of $20,000 has been
set.
Send your tax–deductible donation to: Change for Children–Library
Project, c/o Barbara Club, 1901–11135 83rd Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta,
T6G 2C6.
Tools for Peace
The 1987 campaign to send priority goods to the people of Nicaragua
was the most successful ever. More than $155,000 worth of goods
were shipped from the Toronto warehouse to Vancouver for transshipment—a
17 per cent increase over last year.
Tax–deductible donations to "Interpares – Tools for Peace"
buy goods. Top priority items for this year are rubber boots for
women agricultural workers (size 8 or smaller), notebooks for students,
health and safety gear to protect factory workers, corrugated roofing
to house families displaced by war and fishing gear for small scale
fisheries.
Unreceipted donations are also needed to expand educational and
lobbying activities in Ontario. These contributions enable Tools
for Peace to involve more people in this unique and highly successful
people–to–people aid campaign.
Send contributions to Tools for Peace, Box 829 Station P, Toronto,
Ontario, M5S 2Z1 or contact the Coalition for Aid to Nicaragua,
Toronto Co–ordinating Office, 301–347 College Street, Toronto, Ontario,
M5T 2V8 (416)922–0852.
Indian Peace Action Asks for Support
A community in Orissa, India is calling on the international peace
movement for support in their struggle to stop the construction
of a ballistic missile base on their land. Since July 1985, the
citizens of the Baliapal–Bhograi area of the Balasore district in
Orissa have been resisting their government’s attempts to evict
them from their homes. Already, 110,000 eviction notices have been
issued.
In opposition, the people have formed local organizations including
an anti–missile people’s front, a student front and a women’s front.
Various civil liberties organizations in the region are supporting
the struggle. The Orissa government is now trying to break the movement
by preventing the supply of essential commodities to the area.
Supporters of the anti–missile movement believe that pressure from
the international community would help. They ask people to write
to the Indian Prime Minister, Mr. Rajiv Gandhi, PMO, New Delhi,
11011 India. The Orissa campaign co–ordinator would appreciate receiving
a copy. Send a copy to: Mr. Gangadher Pangrahi, Ganheantrik Adhikar
Suraksa Sanghatna Kedar Couri Chhah, Bhadanswar, 751001 Orissa,
India.
Crisis Centre Needs Funds
The Toronto Rape Crisis Centre is in desperate need of funds
to continue operations. The Centre is dependent upon donations as
they receive no permanent funding from any source. This is a vital
service, and one we must support in any way possible. Please send
donations to: Toronto Rape Crisis Centre, Box 6597 Station A, Toronto,
Ontario, M5W 1X4.
Manuel Febres Flores
Manuel Febres Flores, a Peruvia human rights lawyer and vice president
of the Association of Democratic lawyers, was assassinated by plain
clothes assailants believed to be para–military forces, on July
28, 1988. Febres, 41, was involved in defending political prisoners.
Prior to his death, Manuel Febres Flores had received repeated telephone
death threats and was harassed by intelligence service agents. He
is survived by his widow Estela, and their children.
According to the Peru Support Group, this murder is part
of a pattern which has included the ‘disappearance’ of thousands
of Peruvians, and the massacres of peasants and political prisoners.
It urges concerned Canadians to denounce this extra–judicial killing
by sending letters and telegrams to President Alan Garcia, Presidente
de la Republica, Palacio de Gobierne, Plaza de Armas, Lima, Peru.
East Timor
In 1975, following the departure of the Portuguese colonial authorities,
Indonesia invaded East Timor. As a result of the military attack
and ensuing ravages of occupation, one third of the entire East
Timorese population of about 700,000 was killed. East Timor continues
to be occupied by the Indonesian military and an insurgency continues
to be waged. Western countries, including Canada, have consistently
ignored Indonesia’s disregard for international law and human rights,
placing their trade and political interests in Indonesia above the
lives and rights of the Timorese people. The East Timor Alert
Network, with the assistance of the Canada–Asia Working Group,
the Inter–agency Committee on Pacific–Asia, the United Church of
Canada, and the Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and
Peace, are sponsoring a campaign to have Canada support, at the
United Nations, the right of the people of East Timor to self–determination.
Canadians are asked to write to External Affairs Minister Joe Clark.
For more information contact East Timor Alert Network, Box 354,
Ladysmith, B.C., V0R 2E0, (604) 245–3068.
Coming and Goings
Labour Tour of Nicaragua
The Saskatchewan International Labour Project is organizing
a Labour Study Tour to Nicaragua, to focus on health and safety.
Deadline for applications is November 1, 1988. Contact SILP, 136
Avenue F. South, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7M 1S8, (306) 653–2250.
Canadian Environmental Defence Fund
The Canadian Environmental Defence Fund gives support and funding
to people involved in court and board assessment cases filed against
environmental polluters. The organization is growing rapidly and
is looking forward to this year’s activities. Volunteers are welcome
to help in promotion, research and special events. If interested,
call Oz Parsons at (416)365–2136 or write to the Canadian Environmental
Defence Fund, 205–73 Richmond Street West, Toronto, Ontario M5H
1Z4.
Carole Geller Award Established
An award has been established in memory of Carole Geller, the first
executive director of the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission.
Former commission chairperson Ken Norman describes Geller as "the
leading edge in the 70’s for human rights in Saskatchewan."
The award will be made annually to a person who has made a significant
contribution to the field of human rights. Contact One Sky, 136
Avenue F South, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7M 1S8.
Program in Non–profit Management
Ryerson’s Continuing Education Division in collaboration with the
Canadian Centre for Philanthropy has received a $300,000 grant from
the Manufacturers Life Insurance Company to develop a national certificate
program in non–profit sector management.
The program will be a university level certificate program. It is
expected to be fully operational by July of 1989. People with three
to five years in middle or senior management within the non–profit
sector will be able to take the program either on the campus of
a college or university or by correspondence.
Ms. Robin Campbell, co–ordinator of the program, commented that
the program will be "user–driven," and be "steered
by the non–profit sector to respond to what they see to be their
management needs."
Gardeners Look for New Members
The Urban Wilderness Gardeners need new members for their
steering committee. Phone Jan Anderson at 694–7397, Colleen Kelly
at 690–2333, or Barbara Bland at 690–0594 for more information,
or write the Urban Wilderness Gardeners, 227 Kenilworth Avenue,
Toronto, Ontario M4L 3S7.
Network Electronically Through WEB
WEB invites you to join Canada’s national non–profit electronic
network. WEB
offers electronic mail, electronic meetings, discussion areas (similar
to public bulletin boards), private conferences, global communication
and computer support. For more information about how to get on–line,
write WEB, Box 125 Station P, Toronto, Ontario M5S 2Z7 (416)588–3843.
Library on Farming and Stewardship
The Jubilee Foundation for Agricultural Research, the research
and education arm of the Christian Farmers of Ontario, is cataloguing
its collection of materials to make it more accessible to the public.
The Family Farm/Stewardship Library is already open to the public,
but after the cataloguing of the materials this summer, the collection
will be easier to use. The library welcomes the donation of books,
documents, tapes or videos. The library is at 115 Woolwich St.,
2nd floor, Guelph, Ontario N1H 3V1.
Community Services Programs
Toronto’s George Brown College, which features a community worker
program, has expanded its community service programs to include
an Assaulted Women’s and Children’s Advocate/Counsellor program.
Persons interested in this program, the community worker program,
and other community service programs, may contact Lynne Brennan
at (416) 967–1212 x4220, or write Box 1015, Station B, Toronto,
Ontario M5T 2T9.
Voluntary Resource Council
The Voluntary Resource Council of Charlottetown, PEI, is facing
funding problems. The Council, which serves many voluntary organizations
is to receive $10,000 from the provincial government instead of
the $25,000 it had requested. The VRC is looking for ways of dealing
with its funding situation. The VRC is at 81 Prince Street, Charlottetown,
PEI, CIA 4R3.
Anarchist Centre
A group of anarchists in Toronto are getting together to investigate
setting up an anarchist centre which would combine a drop–in centre,
book store, free store, cafe, and soup kitchen. Financial contributions
in particular are being sought; contributions of $10 per month are
suggested. For more information write to P.O. Box 915, Station F,
Toronto, Ontario, M4Y 2N9.
Disabled Women’s Research Project
DAWN Canada: DisAbled Women’s Network Canada is conducting
a project to determine the needs and priorities of Canadian women
with disabilities. A questionnaire, designed to discover the obstacles
facing women with disabilities is being circulated. If you would
like a copy of the questionnaire, could provide information about
the project, or would like more information, write to: Jillian Ridington,
DAWN–Canada, 3464 West 27th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C., V6S 1P6.
Centre for Our Common Future
A "Centre for Our Common Future", an outgrowth
of the World Commission on Environment, has been established as
a clearing house and exchange centre for ideas and activities "to
hold the constituency together and maintain the momentum."
Environment, development, trade unions and other organizations have
been asked to associate with the centre as ‘working partners’. Contact:
The Centre for Our Common Future, Palais Wilson, 52, rue des Paquis,
CH – 1201 Geneva, Switzerland, phone 022–32–7117.
Meetings and Conferences
Women’s Film Festival
A film festival, Canadian Women, the Voice of Strength, is being
held in Jasper October 21 and 22, 1988. For more information contact
Janice Yeman, Box 621, Jasper, Alberta.
CRIAW Twelfth Annual Conference November 11–13
The theme of this year’s conference of the Canadian Research
Institute for the Advancement of Women is "Women and Development."
Feminists, having rejected the limits inherent in traditional models
of economic development, have called for an in–depth change in the
concept of development. True development, they feel, must focus
on people as well as the environment affecting them — not simply
on economic growth.
Panels, communications and workshop sessions will provide a forum
that will enable speakers and participants to discuss this theme.
There will be audio–visual presentations and time set aside for
networking.
Individuals and groups interested in participating should request
registration forms from: Service des Communications, Faculte des
sciences sociales, Bureau 3446, Pavillon Charles–De Koninck, Universite
Laval, Quebec, PQ G1K 7P4.
Workers and Communities
Making Connections: Workers and Communities, is a conference scheduled
for York University, Toronto, May 26 – 28, 1989. It is being planned
as "a conference with a difference—a weekend of discussion
groups, videos, workshops, gossip, music, networking, and picnics.
Making connections between teachers, trade unionists, community
activists, homemakers, researchers, the unemployed and retired—all
contributing ideas about the relationship between work and community."
For more information, including information about the ways you can
participate in the conference, contact Workers and Communities Conference,
c/o Labour Studies Programme, Division of Social Science, York University,
4700 Keele Street, Toronto, Ontario, M3J 1P3.
The Fate of Our Forests
A series of decentralized conferences and festivals concerned with
The Fate of Our Forests is being planned for October 21 to 23, 1988,
People around the world will be meeting at this time to underscore
awareness of the global nature of the forest crisis, express solidarity
and mutual support and achieve greater press impact. Meetings can
be as small as half a dozen people gathering in a living room. For
more information, or to join the conference/festival network, contact:
Helena Pearwood, P.O. Box 190, Niagara–on–the–Lake, Ontario L0S
1J0.
Multicultural Health
The Canadian Council on Multicultural Health has announced
a national conference on "Multicultural Health—Realities and
Needs: Policies, Programs and Implementation." The conference
will be in Toronto on March 30 and 31, and April 1, 1989. For more
information contact CCMH Conference Committee, 1017 Wilson Ave.,
Suite 407, Downswiew, Ontario, M3K 1Z1, (416) 630–8835.
Publications & Resources
Free Trade and the Environment
In January, the York University Faculty of Environment Studies,
in co–operation with Pollution Probe, the Council of Canadians
and the Coalition Against Free Trade, organized a one day
workshop on free trade and the environment. The participants roundly
criticized the Free Trade Agreement, stating that it poses a potential
ecological disaster for Canada since free trade will continue the
erosion of Canadian environmental standards and lead to unfair competition
which will cause the deterioration of occupational health standards.
The Coalition reminds Canadians that the deal is not a fait accompli.
They are demanding a federal election on free trade before any agreement
is ratified. They ask for financial contributions to help in their
educational and lobbying work.
Copies of the "Workshop on Free Trade and the Environment Report"
are now available. Send the name and address of your organization,
the number of copies needed, and $1 for postage and handling. Write:
The Coalition Against Free Trade, 736 Bathurst Street, Toronto,
Ontario M5S 2R4 (416)534–3523.
United Electrical Publications Available
The United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of Canada
have produced three free trade fact sheets and a bulletin on workplace
hazardous materials. The fact sheets include: "Control of the
Canadian Economy," "Consumer Prices" and "Canadian
Social Services." A bulletin entitled "The Workers’ Right
to Know About Hazardous Materials" outlines federal and provincial
legislation in this area and includes synopses of a number of studies
on workplace health hazards.
To obtain copies of these bulletins, write U.E. at 10 Codeco Court,
Don Mills, Ontario M3A 1A2 (416)447–5196.
New Publications from SWAG
The following resources produced by the Southern Africa Working
Group are available from the Inter–Church Coalition on Africa:
1) Namibia Kit Updated Version ($1.00) — a packet of information
including popularly–written articles on the Namibian struggle for
independence, Namibian Churches, SWAPO and Canadian involvement
in Namibia 2) Southern Africa Action Packet ($3.00)—a packet of
action–oriented information designed to help concerned Canadians
find ways to support oppressed peoples in Southern Africa. Included
is information on the Canadian government’s position on apartheid,
statements on South Africa made by Canadian churches and suggestions
for action on behalf of sanctions, detainees, Namibia, SADCC and
the Front Line States 3) "How Far Will You Walk With Us?"
($1.00)—a collection of materials offering a variety of perspectives
on violence in Southern Africa.
When ordering these resources, please indicate the kit title, the
quantity required and enclose payment plus postage. Write: Inter–Church
Coalition on Africa, 189 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto, Ontario,
M4V 1N5.
A.T. Microfiche Library
The Appropriate Technology Project has compiled over 1000
books and documents on microfiche on hundreds of topics including
agricultural tools and techniques, workshop tools and equipment,
crop storage systems, water supply systems, forestry, aquaculture,
improved cookstoves, solar/wind/water power, bio–gas, transportation,
health care, science teaching, communications, small industries,
small enterprise management, non–formal education techniques and
other small scale technology topics.
The microfiche reader and carrying case for the microfiche cards
are designed to be portable, and require only a small amount of
storage space. The cost of the library is 5 per cent of the cost
of the paper forms of the books included. For information, contact:
A.T. Microfiche Library, Volunteers in Asia, Box 4543, Stanford,
California 94305 USA, (415)326–8581.
Human Rights in Latin America
The final report of the First Conference on Human Rights in Latin
America is now available. The report includes the resolutions passed
at the conference. The principal objective of the conference was
to analyse the social and human rights situation from a continental
rather than national perspective. Contact: Latin–American and Canadian
Solidarity Network, P.O. Box 308, Station L, Toronto, Ontario M6E
4Z2.
Diversity: the Lesbian Rag
A new lesbian newspaper, Diversity: the Lesbian Rag, has
begun publication. Write: Diversity, Box 65951, Station F, Vancouver,
B.C., V5W 5L4.
Anthology of Indigenous Women’s Writings
Ts’eku Collective is a Native women’s group compiling an
anthology of indigenous women’s writings in North America. The theme
is "Native Women: Celebrating Our Survival." Submissions
are invited from indigenous women that celebrate, in a political
way, their survival despite the problems of racism and assimilation
and their serious repercussions. We must tell these stories of our
resistance, not only contemporary, but the history of our mothers
and grandmothers." Submissions can be short stories, poetry,
essays, oral narratives, graphics or black–and–white photos. Contact
Ts’eku Collective, 603 Powell Street, Vancouver, B.C. B6A 1H2.
Wild East
Wild East, a bimonthly tabloid, is calling for submissions
about every aspect of Maritime culture and art. They want articles,
reviews and criticisms as well as original poetry, fiction and works
of art presentable in a black–and–white medium. Contact Margaret
McLeod, Wild East, 463 Waterloo Row, Apt. 2, Fredericton, New Brunswick,
E3B 1Z6.
Our Schools, Our Selves
A new magazine for Canadian education activists, Our
Schools, Our Selves, has been announced. The magazine
is intended to serve as "a forum for dialogue and debate among
all progressive education constituencies." A subscription will
normally include four magazines and four books. Subscriptions are
$28 regular, $24 for students, pensioners, and the unemployed, $32
for organizations. Contact Our Schools, Our Selves, 1698 Gerrard
St. E., Toronto, Ontario, M4L 2B2.
Employment Training Coalition
A new group, the Coalition for Community–Based Employment Training
has been formed "in response to the increasing need for recognition
of community–based training programs by the Ontario government."
For more information contact Marion Villanueva at (416) 657–8777.
IDRC to House Brundtland Collection
The entire collection of documents gathered by the World Commission
on Environment and Development (Brundtland Commission) is being
housed in the library of the International Development Research
Centre. The materials will be accessible to scholars and researchers.
For more information, contact Martha Stone, Director, Information
Sciences Division, IDRC, 250 Albert Street, Ottawa, Ontario, (613)
598–0586.
Sexual Assault Manual
Press Gang Publishers has produced the third edition of Surviving
Procedures After a Sexual Assault by Megan Ellis, a resource
book for survivors of sexual assault, and for those working with
survivors. Press Gang Publishers, 603 Powell Street, Vancouver,
B.C. V6A 1H2, ISBN 0–88974–011–9, $8.95.
Volunteers Wanted
United Farm Workers
The United Farm Workers are looking for full–time volunteers to
spend a month or more helping to organize the California Grape Boycott.
You will learn the strategies of non–violence, and gain experience
in social marketing and social activism. Call David Martinez at
(416) 626–6332, or write the UFW, 600 The East Mall, Ste. 401, Toronto,
Ontario, M9B 4B1.
Peace Brigade Seeks Volunteers
Peace Brigade International, a Gandhian organization which works
in areas of conflict around the world, is currently seeking volunteers
for its projects in Guatemala and in El Salvador. In Central America,
Peace Brigade International helps people and organizations threatened
with violence, supports efforts to promote peace and shares information
about non–violent ways to work for justice. For an application form,
contact: Peace Brigades International, 175 Carlton Street, Toronto,
Ontario, M5A 2K3, (416)964–1881.
Canada World Youth
For the eighteenth consecutive year, Canada World Youth is offering
young Canadians an opportunity to learn about international development,
through voluntary work projects and non–formal educational activities
in Canada and in a developing nation. The seven month exchange program
encourages participants to acquire the skills essential for contributing
to the development of communities in Canada and overseas. To be
eligible, applicants must be between 17 and 20 as of December 31,
1988. Deadline is January 27, 1989. Contact Canada World Youth,
Suite #15, 270 MacLaren St., Ottawa, K2P 0M3, (613) 234–2137.
Compiled by Ulli Diemer. Connexions Collective members and volunteers
for Volume 12, Number 1: Karl Amdur, Elgin Blair, Nancy del Carmen,
Ulli Diemer, Lois Enns, Elaine Farragher, Darlene Fleming, Maureen
Fleury, Patricia Galvin, David Hobbs, Theo Hock, David Holmes, Ethel
Meade, Dean Morra, Rosalie Smith, Guylaine Spencer, Elizabeth Wall,
Denise Wilson.
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