At a technical level GreenNet members operate as a network of ‘client’ computers all connected to a central server that lets them communicate with each other, and prompt actions in different points on the network.

But the tag cloud below gives a more interesting perspective on the voices and issues that are connected through the services we provide. Click on the tags to journey through the network of resources, projects, stories and campaigns from throughout the GreenNet community of people working for peace, the environment, gender equality and human rights. You’ll find alternative news headlines from the archives as well as interactive spaces to post events and job vacancies.

Alternatively, if you know the name of the organisation you’re looking for, you can browse through the full alphabetical list of members

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Network news

07/02/2012   Act against ACTA

accessnow.orgaccessnow.orgThe Anti Counterfeiting Trade Agreement threatens the free use and openness of the internet. In the name of copyright protection ISPs and websites will have more power to track what we do online, and be forced to report our activities to the authorities.

16/01/2012   What the web could look like under SOPA

The Stop Online Piracy Act seeks to curb online piracy, but its proposals could devastate the overall freedom of the web. Along with the Protect IP Act, it would remove the protection sites like YouTube enjoy under the DCMA.

13/01/2012   ICT in schools needs an urgent reboot

A new Royal Society report blames a lack of specialist teachers, poor infrastructure and an unfocussed curriculum for uninspired ICT teaching that gives pupils only very basic skills.

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Campaign against GCC Public Entertainment License Meeting
18 Feb 12

As of 1st April 2012, Glasgow City Council will be changing their 'Entertainments' License, to include all free events, including Exhibitions.
After this date, all proposed public exhibitions, regardless of scale, will need to submit a tedious application along with a hefty fee, 6 weeks prior to the date, as well as public notification, 6 sets of lay out plans, and will involve consultation with Strathclyde police, Strathclyde Fire Brigade, Building Control, Environmental Health, local councillors, local community councils, and local area management committees.

Global Stories: Treasures of our Humanity - KS2&3 For 12 participants only
22 Feb 12

Stories can be used in a wealth of imaginative ways to support children’s learning. They offer endless possibilities for developing literacy skills, for taking children beyond their immediate experiences and for helping them to make sense of the world around them.

In this training day run by a professional storyteller, participants will:
• learn practical ways to use storytelling in class to enhance literacy and explore values.
• be introduced to a bank of global stories from which to select for use with your own class.
• develop confidence and skill as a storyteller.

Animation skills in your Classroom - KS2
22 Feb 12

Animation skills for your classroom
A full day of training for primary and secondary – KS2
£95 for subscribers to Tower Hamlets Schools Library Service, or £125

Wednesday 1 February or Wednesday 22 February 10.30am to 4.30pm
At Tower Hamlets Professional Development Centre, English Street, London E3 4TA

The practical session will involve creating your own animation using your own story based a global issue. You will learn how to plan and build stories and characters, by the end; you will have produce and edit the final animation.

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