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    Achieving Peace, Equality and a Healthy Environment
    Achieving Peace, Equality and a Healthy Environment
    Achieving Peace, Equality and a Healthy Environment
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    Achieving Peace, Equality and a Healthy Environment

    By Dr. Jerome Teelucksingh

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    Will there always be war, crime, inequality and poverty? How can I eliminate the chaos in my life? What is the meaning of life? How can I create positive change? Some of the answers to such questions can be found in International Mens Day. This book will introduce you to International Mens Day and reveal the relevance and importance of your life to humanity. Furthermore, themes such as gender relations, family relationships, health, environmental protection, violence and racism are explored.

    Despite reading self-help books, attending motivational seminars and taking medication you might be feeling disillusioned. Maybe there is a feeling of emptiness that cannot be adequately filled or overcome. What could be the solutions? This book presents ideas and suggestions for a more productive and peaceful life.

    Yes, we can cross barriers, reduce the friction and solve conflicts in our world. This is a movement to reshape our perspectives, enrich lives and emphasize the interconnectedness of society. Indeed, this message is essential for our progress, personal growth, empowerment and enlightenment. It will appeal to those persons who are eager to contribute to a global campaign that is peaceful and embraces everyone.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherAuthorHouse
    Release dateDec 8, 2011
    ISBN9781463442170
    Achieving Peace, Equality and a Healthy Environment
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    Dr. Jerome Teelucksingh

    I am a Lecturer in the Department of History at The University of the West Indies in Trinidad and Tobago. I am a coordinator for International Men’s Day and have also been promoting World Unemployment Day. I have published articles on gender relations, trade unionism and the Caribbean diaspora.

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      Achieving Peace, Equality and a Healthy Environment - Dr. Jerome Teelucksingh

      © 2011 by Dr. Jerome Teelucksingh. All rights reserved.

      No part of this book may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted by any means without the written permission of the author.

      First published by AuthorHouse 11/23/2011

      ISBN: 978-1-4634-4218-7 (sc)

      ISBN: 978-1-4634-4217-0 (ebk)

      Printed in the United States of America

      Any people depicted in stock imagery provided by Thinkstock are models,

      and such images are being used for illustrative purposes only.

      Certain stock imagery © Thinkstock.

      Because of the dynamic nature of the Internet, any web addresses or links contained in this book may have changed since publication and may no longer be valid. The views expressed in this work are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the publisher, and the publisher hereby disclaims any responsibility for them.

      Contents

      Preface

      Introduction

      Chapter 1

      Patience, planning and persistence

      Chapter 2

      Building walls and dealing with thieves and losers

      Chapter 3

      Violence against the vulnerable and using your talent

      Chapter 4

      The owl, the ostrich and balancing the scales

      Chapter 5

      Mission to include the excluded: Who creates change?

      Chapter 6

      Eradicating injustice and inequality: Are you are a citizen of the world?

      Chapter 7

      Religion, racism, health and environmental protection

      Conclusion

      The Future: Bright or Bleak?

      Dedicated to all who contribute to a better world

      Preface

      I know the concept explaining the formation of rain but show me the law that says millions of human beings must suffer from malnutrition or live without clean water. I understand the biological explanation that humans need air to survive but show me the law which states that humans must be forced to live in slums and polluted areas. I know the law of nature where some animals hunt each other to survive but show me the law that proves human beings must kill, injure or shoot fellow humans. I know the scientific law of gravity but please explain to me which laws state that gender inequality, murder and child abuse must exist. This was my opening statement I had posed to my undergraduate History class of 70 students in 2009. They were all confused. They did not expect these questions on the first day of a supposedly boring History class that was restricted to the past! I asked another question—Is it possible to create a world without poverty, injustice, sadness, racism or pollution? They said no. I wanted these students to understand that WE can find solutions for problems that WE created. After class they began talking amongst themselves and with students from other Departments and faculties. I wanted them to be empowered to chart a new path and make history!

      We are all searching for answers. The scientist is searching for a cure for a disease and the mathematician is searching for a solution to a problem. A child will spend hours searching for a lost toy or suitable places for the final pieces in a puzzle. We know the frustration of searching and the disappointment of not finding something.

      We argue and debate over land ownership and the superiority of ethnicity, religion, political ideology, gender, class and caste. The result is that nobody is fully empowered. Why bother with these issues when millions of human lives are poor, oppressed, suffering, hungry and dying? On a daily basis in developing countries, millions of persons confront unemployment and oppressive political regimes. On a daily basis many persons painfully endure civil wars, illiteracy, overpopulation, infectious diseases, corruption, desertification, uncontrolled crime, a deplorable health care system and a lack of clean water. In many developing countries, the debt burdens deplete already scarce human and material resources.

      In 1999, the revival of the observance of International Men’s Day (IMD) signaled a watershed in the global men’s movement. The date for International Men’s Day was chosen to honor my dad, a retired Presbyterian minister, who resides in Trinidad and Tobago in the West Indies. His birthday is on 19th November and the day is also significant because on 19 November 1989, the football (soccer) team from my country, in its quest to qualify for the World Cup, united the citizens.

      Despite its origins, this version of IMD is not about religious conversion, promoting religion, condemning cultures, eradicating capitalism, or praising soccer (football). A slow start and a small audience at the observance in 1999 would have been an ominous sign that this effort would be stillborn. Fortunately, the spark was kept burning and the explosion of IMD during 2008 and 2009 shocked many critics. It is a pleasant surprise to see that this seed had blossomed and bore fruit. Yes, IMD is not confined to a gender perspective. It has easily transcended cultural and language barriers. Furthermore, IMD observances were not limited to any particular class, disability, country, gender, ethnicity, religion, age or occupation. I never expected that International Men’s Day would generate high levels of enthusiasm, understanding and cooperation.

      There is need to also acknowledge the pioneering efforts of persons and groups before 1999 who attempted to formulate a day for men. The real heroes and heroines are the humble persons around the globe who have promoted IMD and demonstrated dedication and sacrifice. They are the ones to be honored. I’m grateful to all who assisted with advice, suggestions and recommendations. The priceless inputs of these persons were lifelines which contributed to the success of International Men’s Day. Their contribution was the valuable lifeblood which kept IMD alive.

      Their concerns are genuine and the common bond uniting these coordinators of IMD is their belief in individuals deciding to change their lives. The mission of these coordinators has rescued numerous individuals from the depths of destruction and despair. They are striving for gender equality and patiently attempt to remove the negative images and the stigma associated with men in our society.

      Every year, TIME magazine, based in the United States, chooses an individual or group who has shaped and influenced our world. The selected person (s) would grace the front covers of the magazine and be dubbed ‘Person of the Year.’ Undoubtedly, the IMD coordinators and supporters deserve the honor and recognition of not only ‘Persons of the Year’ but ‘Persons of the Day’ and ‘Persons of the Week’. This is because they have been keeping International Men’s Day alive every day, every week and every month. They deserve this recognition and I salute everyone involved in this worldwide effort of co-operation and communication. They have built and carefully maintained a solid human infrastructure which connects individuals

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