Advocacy articles
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Australia’s global advocacy for the suppression of free speech
The Australian government has recently announced its plan to rejuvenate its contentious ‘misinformation and disinformation’ legislation, which had been shelved…What to read next: Labor’s misinformation bill: an egregious attack on free speech | Australia needs to assess security relations with Turkey | Australia does not need a policeman for a police state | Australia’s e-Safety Karen
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"Grandmas2Go" founder honored for lifetime of advocacy for mothers, babies
MEDFORD, Ore. – A local woman was honored and celebrated Friday for her work in founding “Grandmas2Go”, a Rogue Valley non-profit that provides mentors and coaches to new families. Linda Otto was presented with the “Champion of Children” award from the Family Nurturing Center for her lifetime of advocating for mothers and babies. Linda founded […]
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Advocacy group again slams voc-tech school admissions
Three years ago, vocational high schools statewide were directed to create admissions policies that would ensure all students equitable access to education. Now these schools are again the target of complaints that their admissions practices discriminate on the basis of race, income, special needs and English language skills.