Archive for November 2012

Temples and Pipelines: Northern Gateway via the Gospel of Mark

November 30, 2012

KAIROS continues to reflect on the consequences of the Northern Gateway pipeline for Indigenous communities and all of Creation.  In this sermon for Trinity St. Paul’s  and Bathurst Street United Churches, Education and Campaigns Coordinator Sara Stratton explores those questions…

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Preparing for the Regional Court Women’s Court

November 30, 2012

I spent the day before the regional Women’s Court in Bucaramanga with OFP staff. As you can imagine, they were busy confirming the program and the content, and finalizing logistical details including finding accommodation and food for the 150 people who are arriving from different communities…

Post filed in: Gender Justice/Women of Courage

The Regional Women’s Court in Bucaramanga

November 30, 2012

On November 25, the International Day to End Violence against Women, I had the privilege of participating in the regional Women`s Courts for Justice, Territory and Reparation in Bucaramanga, Colombia. KAIROS was invited to be a part of a symbolic…

Post filed in: Gender Justice/Women of Courage

United Nations has recognized Palestine as non-member state

November 30, 2012

On 29 November 2012, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) passed an historic resolution upgrading the Palestinian Territories to the status of a non-member observer state. This move by the UNGA to recognize Palestinian statehood is seen by many as…

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KAIROS déplore la détérioration de la sécurité et de la situation humanitaire en République démocratique du Congo

November 27, 2012

KAIROS suit de très près la détérioration de la sécurité et de la situation humanitaire dans l’est de la République démocratique du Congo (RDC). KAIROS collabore avec notre partenaire congolais Héritiers de la Justice, un groupe de promotion des droits…

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KAIROS joins Partners in commemorating the International Day to End Violence Against Women, and the global campaign to end gender violence

November 26, 2012

November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, marks the beginning of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence, a global campaign that aims to bring attention to gender violence and to profile and support the…

Post filed in: Gender Justice/Women of Courage

A reflection on the First Sunday in Advent, 2012

November 23, 2012

Welcome to the first KAIROS reflection  for Advent 2012! It’s written by Miriam Spies, a United Church candidate for ministry through Emmanuel College, and KAIROS’ community placement for 2012-13 through Emmanuel. This reflection accompanies KAIROS’ first-ever Advent resource, Seeking Shelter. Learn…

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KAIROS Receives Award for Outstanding Migrant Justice Work

November 23, 2012

KAIROS was the recipient of a UFCW Canada Agricultural Workers Award, along with four others, in recognition for its outstanding contributions to improving the lives of agriculture workers in Canada.  The award was presented at a ceremony in Toronto on…

Post filed in: Media Releases, Migrant Justice

Communiqué: Changement de cap nécessaire pour amener une paix durable en RDCongo

November 23, 2012

Le 23 novembre 2012 – La prise de Goma à l’est de la République Démocratique du Congo (RDC) par le Mouvement du 23 mars (M23) soutenu par le Rwanda constitue un affront majeur aux règles du droit international et à…

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Communiqué: Sea change needed to bring lasting peace in the DRC

November 23, 2012

November 23, 2012 : The taking of Goma in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) by the March 23 Movement (M23) is a major affront to international law and to the largest and most expensive United Nations peacekeeping mission in…

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KAIROS deplores the deteriorating security and humanitarian situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo

November 21, 2012

KAIROS is actively monitoring the deteriorating security and humanitarian situation in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).  KAIROS is collaborating with its Congolese human rights partner, Héritiers de la Justice in Bukavu, Sud-Kivu and Canadian partners active in the DRC…

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Talking Peace in Colombia

November 20, 2012

My first day in Colombia coincided with the first day of the official peace negotiations taking place in Cuba between the Colombian government and the FARC. In my meetings today with partners I was able to get a sense of the…

Post filed in: Gender Justice/Women of Courage

Crisis in Gaza: KAIROS Partners Respond

November 20, 2012

As the conflict continues between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, KAIROS partner, the Near East Council of Churches (NECC), is responding with emergency medical care to the growing number of injured civilians. NECC in Gaza, a branch of KAIROS partner…

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Bringing messages from Canada to the Women’s Courts for Justice, Territory and Peace in Colombia

November 19, 2012

I am on my way to Colombia to participate in the Women’s Courts for Justice, Territory and Peace, organized by our partner, the Popular Women’s Organization (OFP), and the Movement of Women against the War and for Peace.   I go…

Post filed in: Gender Justice/Women of Courage

News from KAIROS Partner in Gaza

November 16, 2012

“We could not sleep last night, today we cannot go out of our houses, it is dangerous to move around. NECC premises are closed , employees cannot reach the working places. Gaza people live in fear and stress. I hope…

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KAIROS Times: October 2012

November 13, 2012

Read the October 2012 issue.

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KAIROS partners in the Philippines seek a meeting with Prime Minister Harper

November 9, 2012

KAIROS civil society partners in the Philippines are seeking a meeting with Prime Minister Stephen Harper to discuss allegations of irresponsible activities of certain Canadian mining companies. The Ecumenical Voice for Peace and Human Rights in the Philippines (EcuVoice), Kalikasan…

Post filed in: Asia-Pacific, Ecological Justice, Indigenous Rights

Truth, reconciliation, and equity work continues: here’s how

November 9, 2012

KAIROS’ focus on Indigenous rights continues through 2013 and we invite you to journey with us. If you’re just starting out, please take a look at our Truth, Reconciliation and Equity photo action. These pictures are an important public witness…

Post filed in: Indigenous Rights

Jeepeys and Tricycles oh my! A day in Manila

November 8, 2012

November 5. By Alfredo Barahona I give up. I can’t sleep. It is roughly 5:45 AM. I can’t sleep and it’s not just because of the 13 hour difference between Toronto and Manila, but because of the noise from Jeepneys…

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Contradictions

November 8, 2012

Manila, November 3, 2012 By Alfredo Barahona Manila is a beautiful place, but it is full of contradictions. I am here to participate in the meetings of the World Council of Churches’ Global Ecumenical Network on Migration (GEM) that are…

Post filed in: Migrant Justice

From Toronto to Manila for meetings of the Global Ecumenical Network on Migration

November 8, 2012

November 3, 2012 This is Alfredo Barahona, the migrant justice coordinator at KAIROS. Welcome to the new migrant justice blog! I’m heading to the Global Ecumenical Network on Migration (GEM) meetings in Manila. This is profoundly significant as the Philippines…

Post filed in: Migrant Justice