Global Visionaries proudly announces that the 10th Annual Fiesta de Guatemala Auction raised $130,000, all of which will be used to support our various youth programs. Currently, half of all GV participants in the United States are awarded scholarships. The event, which took place at the Brockey Center at South Seattle Community College on May 14,… [Read more…]
May 24, 2011
Written by Christina Lorella Many of us take comfort in purchasing items that proudly bear the universal recycling logo. By doing so, we are contributing to the greater good. We are taking a stand against the environmental damage caused by wasteful consumers. Think again! As it turns out, that recycling logo that we have all… [Read more…]
May 24, 2011
Hello Food Foresters, This is an open invitation to participate in the first of three community design meetings for the Beacon Food Forest. Everyone is welcome. The success of this project is dependent on community involvement so we really hope you can find time to attend. When: Tuesday June 7th starting 6:30 pm. Where: The… [Read more…]
May 24, 2011
Written by Camron McDonald and Christina Lorella Often when people talk about globalization, they are thinking about trade. Global trade in food, specifically, can be seen every day in American supermarkets: apples from Chile, bananas from Guatemala, tomatos from Mexico. Although trade between countries has been going on since the beginning of civilization, the 1980’s… [Read more…]
May 15, 2011
Written by Christina Lorella For many of you students graduating from high school this spring, college will become the next step on your journey to success. In an economy where Bachelor’s degrees are often required for many jobs, your decision will certainly put you at an advantage. However, leaving your home and joining the world… [Read more…]
May 13, 2011
We are honored to announce that our very own, Christopher Fontana, was selected as the winner of the 2011 Red Winged Leadership Award at last night’s ceremony. The award, given by the Seattle University Albers School of Business and Economics, is intended “to honor leaders committed to embracing the unique intersection where leadership, business acumen,… [Read more…]
May 6, 2011
Written by Christina Lorella Throughout my early education, I can remember at least one “bully” figure in each of my classes. I am certain that many of you can do the same. It was inevitable for there to be at least one person who suffered such inherent insecurities that they felt the need to backlash at… [Read more…]
May 6, 2011
Mark McDermott (brother of U.S. Representative, Jim McDermott) and Diane Zahn, two accomplished and very well-respected human rights activists, visited Global Visionaries during our recent spring trip to Guatemala. Mark, who currently serves as the regional representative for the U.S. Secretary of Labor, and his wife, Diane, were highly impressed with the depth of the work that Global Visionaries is doing. The couple played an active… [Read more…]
May 6, 2011
Global Visionaries is thrilled to be contributing to the construction of a much needed new school in Santiago Zamora, Guatemala. Currently, the local children have to walk over a mile to the nearest school, if they are allowed to attend. Many parents refuse to send their children in fear of their safety. The new school will… [Read more…]
May 5, 2011
Global Visionaries proudly announces that Executive Director, Chris Fontana, has been selected as a finalist for the 2011 Red Winged Leadership Award. This Award, given by Seattle University’s Albers School of Business and Economics, is intended to “honor leaders committed to embracing the unique intersection where leadership, business acumen, and social impact overlap.” “Seattle University’s… [Read more…]
May 30, 2011
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