This is a free forum that discusses many of the biggest challenges that the developing world faces. This is a great way of finding out the different problems that are happening around the world (because you won't hear about many of them on the news). You will also find out what some of the different groups are that are working on these issues, and how they go about them.
This is not a Christian group, so you do need to be wary. Not everything that they would advocate will be in line with Christian values. That said, there are a lot of people in the secular world who have done (and are still doing) some great work to improve the lives of the poor around the world.
There are videos of the forums online, and you can register to attend any of their forums. Registration is not essential to attend, but it does mean that they can better prepare for the amount of people who attend.
I (Sam) am planning to attend the next forum in Melbourne. Do join me!
Forum: Telling the World's Stories Date: 28/08/2012 6:00:00 PM
We’re used to international news media bringing developing crises into our homes – conflict, famine, corrupt governance, military atrocities - reports of what is happening in countries somewhere else in the world. But what about people living in countries without an independent media - what does this mean for women and men in these countries who are struggling to have their voices heard?
Location:
BMW Edge Theatre
Federation Square
Melbourne VIC
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