Friday, December 23, 2011
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Human Rights
December 10 is the anniversary of the adoption by the United Nations (UN) of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). The UDHR sets out a certain set of rights that are the basic and minimum set of human rights for all citizens.
Things that many of us take for granted – such as the right to an education, the right to receive medical care, and the freedom to practice our chosen religion – are not equally available to all people.
To celebrate this day Mosteiro and Cavado School organized an exhibition with pictures of humanitarian leaders, such as the Dalai Lama.
Thursday, December 8, 2011
International Day of Persons with Disabilities (2011)
The United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities is a chance to promote the full and equal participation of disabled people in everyday life. To celebrate this day Mosteiro and Cavado school organized a special event on Wednesday 30 November (in partnership with ACAPO). Students were invited to come along to Mosteiro and Cavado school to find out about the wide range of services, equipment and activities available to help disabled students.
There were all sorts of interesting activities taking place throughout the day - from games to workshops, entertainment and an art exhibition.
Christmas Campaign
Solidarity in the deepest sense requires a subjective attitude as much as it involves a co-responsibility for objective needs.
Solidarity demands “stepping out of the orbit of one’s own self-interest” (J. Habbermas).
“Making the firm and lasting decision to commit oneself to the ‘common good’, that is, to the good of all and of each individual” (John Paul II).
At first glance “Solidarity for Christmas 2011” campaign only addresses a one-dimensional need. But giving a bag of rice or a carton of milk means so much more than just food…they are also HOPE and SOLIDARITY!
Monday, November 28, 2011
Sunday, November 20, 2011
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