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“Culture”, as we have been using the term, has referred to “corporate culture”, meaning the behaviors and beliefs that characterize any particular corporate environment.
However, the root meaning of “culture” is “to cultivate” and it refers to “patterns of human activity and the symbolic structures that give such activity significance.” Thus, it has a much broader meaning. “…in its wide ethnographic sense, [it] is that complex whole which includes knowledge, belief, art, morals, law, custom, and any other capabilities and habits acquired by man as a member of society.”*
We believe culture in its broadest context is very important. It generates a sense of significance and personal fulfillment that inspires people to reach their fullest potential. That, in turn, has a tendency to translate into maximum productivity for corporations-as well as the entire socio-economic structure. With that in mind, we offer the following miscellaneous items of cultural interest.
Philosophy
Science
Literature
Arts/Music
Society
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Crime
Citizens Against Homicide - Victims' rights group founded by a 61-year-old woman whose dedicated effort for 13 years lead to the conviction of the criminal who murdered her aunt. This is an extremely powerful organization and resource. It shows not only what can be done by one person - but also that one is never too old to do great things!
Community
Family Promise - Program that helps communities address the needs of homeless families
Consumer
Angie’s List - Provides reports from consumers on their level of satisfaction for services in their communities. Searchable by area code. This is a pay site. There are some tips and information available free of charge.
Charities
Apne Aap - Worldwide initiative to end sexploitation of children and international sex trafficking.
This is an excellent site with many links to informative sites and downloads related to this hideous practice, which disproportionately affects the poor and defenseless.
Deepika Social Welfare Society - Outreach to children and women in the red-light district of Kolkata
(Calcutta) India - No web site. Excellent choice for making a financial contribution.
A.G. Towers, 125/1 Park Street
Calcutta 700 017
Ph. 22176449
Ambika
Email Ambika at Ambika.pandey@gmail.com, deepika225@hotmail.com |
Click here if you would like to submit cultural items for consideration.
*Definition of culture taken from Wikipedia
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