We Stand for Human Rights.
We stand against exploitation, oppression, and aggression.
We take on real issues that affect people's lives right now, and invest
in programs that work for social justice and social change throughout the Philadelphia area.
We are about compassion, working to redefine what being human is all about
and starting a new dialogue around what it means to care for each other.
Causes We Care About
EXPLOITATION
Sexual Exploitation /
Human Trafficking • Intimate Partner Violence • Bullying
PREJUDICE
Racism • Anti-Semitism •
Anti-Immigrant • Anti-Asian • Homophobia • Discrimination
VULNERABILITY
Chronic Childhood Disease • Food Insecurity for Seniors
"I believe real empathy requires action. I want to be that spark, that advocates for those who can't fight for themselves, to stand up for those who cannot rise, to be the voice for the vulnerable."
CAROLE LANDIS
IN THE NEWS
The ancient wisdom-keepers and Mindfulness gurus say that when you practice gratitude daily, you will experience moments (or a lifetime) of joy (one cannot experience joy without gratitude).
Many of us have lost that connection - of what being joyful feels like.
The Covid pandemic has isolated us for such an inhumanly protracted period, that we are just now - since summer or September - coming out of our self-protection mode. Many of us have been guarded, fearful, angry - just "getting by", and not allowing the personal space to be in touch with our feelings.
But I look at the sun-dappled leaves on the trees and see jewels of splendid color and feel joy. I am so grateful for my vision. Read More »
