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Kosovo: Last Sunday, somewhere between Atlanta and Milloshevë October 14, 2010

Sitting at our dining room table and reading the local paper the other day, I came across a story that immediately made me think, "Hmm. That sounds familiar."
Niger: The world seems to be upside down October 1, 2010
World Vote Now! October 1, 2010

What could happen if every person in every country had the opportunity to vote on a global referendum? This is the question asked by Joel Marsden’s intriguing documentary World Vote Now.
Uganda: Bridging gaps from the inside out September 29, 2010

The people of Northern Uganda have been pummeled by the blows of conflict for so many years, they’re somewhat used to violence as a way of resolving disputes.
India: Cheers for soccer ring across the Himalayan hillsides September 29, 2010

The kickoff for this year's One Day One Goal football tournament in northeastern India took place on a freshly-developed playing field in the village of Upper Kolbong. This playfield can currently accommodate two teams at a time, playing seven players to a side.
No substitute for peace September 27, 2010

What’s the big idea? In 2000, the United Nations General Assembly unanimously passed a resolution to declare the 21st of September as the International Day of Peace.
India: You're invited... September 27, 2010

This morning I woke up thinking about the Motadhura Community near the Tumsong Tea Estate in Darjeeling. Really. Because today they are officially celebrating the construction of their new Community Learning Centre — thanks to the help of Mercy Corps and TAZO Tea's CHAI programme.
Haiti: Peace Day in Haiti September 24, 2010

For the past few years, Mercy Corps has been taking part in a campaign to raise awareness of the United Nations International Day of Peace, September 21, through sports activities.
Tajikistan: Through a Caring Lens September 24, 2010
Ethiopia: Helping Ethiopia’s daughters stay in school September 22, 2010

“These days, I can barely sleep because I am so excited with ideas on what to do next," says 38-year-old Felekech Endiris says with a smile. "I’m doing a bigger business. My family has enough to eat and I can afford medicines for my children now.”