Brummet's Conscious Blog

-- Quote of the Day -- " Wherever men and women are condemned to live in extreme poverty, human rights are violated. To come together to ensure that these rights be respected is our solemn duty " ~ Joseph Wresinki (1917-1988, founder of ATD Fourth World    -- Conscious Living Events -- The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty has been observed annually on Oct 17 since 1993 - even though the day was officially set aside in 1992 by the UN and the first day was actually celebrated back in 1987 in France. This day was created to promote " people's awareness of the need to eradicate poverty and destitution worldwide, particularly in developing countries. ", according to timeanddate.com. We are asked to consider supporting various non-government organizations and community charities that help eradicate poverty, or offer relief in the form of food and shelter. We can also sign petitions that might be going around today - or write officials asking f...