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Finally – after 15 months of devastation, a ceasefire has been declared for Gaza! But the suffering, the occupation, and the fight for freedom continue. This moment is our chance to push key countries to recognise Palestine as a State – bringing the possibility of justice, dignity, and lasting peace. Sign now to make it happen. Sign now to free Palestine! The ceasefire in Gaza gives us something we've longed for: hope. But it doesn't erase the devastation. It doesn't end the occupation. It doesn't bring the freedom millions of Palestinians desperately need. This moment, when the sky over Gaza finally turns quiet, is our chance to push for a lasting solution: the UK, France, and Japan could recognise Palestine as a State – a vital step toward peace and justice. But they're hesitating under huge pressure from Israel. Let's urge them to stand on the right side of history and speak up for real peace. More than ever, your voice can make the difference.

Finally – after 15 months of devastation, a ceasefire has been declared for Gaza! But the suffering, the occupation, and the fight for freedom continue. This moment is our chance to push key countries to recognise Palestine as a State – bringing the possibility of justice, dignity, and lasting peace. Sign now to make it happen. Sign now to free Palestine! Sign now Dear friends, The ceasefire in Gaza gives us something we've longed for: hope. But it doesn't erase the devastation. It doesn't end the occupation. It doesn't bring the freedom millions of Palestinians desperately need. This moment, when the sky over Gaza finally turns quiet, is our chance to push for a lasting solution: the UK, France, and Japan could recognise Palestine as a State – a vital step toward peace and justice. But they're hesitating under huge pressure from Israel. Let's urge them to stand on the right side of history and speak up for real peace. More than ever, your voice can make the difference. Freedom for Palestinians starts here - add your name now Recognising Palestine means standing against decades of displacement, oppression, and violence. It's a step toward dismantling illegal settlements, ending the occupation, and giving Palestinians the dignity and security they deserve. Sign now to join the world's largest campaign for Palestinian recognition. Let's push world leaders to take action for lasting peace. Freedom for Palestinians starts here - add your name now Recognition alone won't erase the pain or fix the conflict overnight, but it changes the game. It brings the possibility of justice, a fair peace process, and hope for a future where Palestinians can live in freedom – something generations have never known. We're 1.7 million strong. Together, we can make this a turning point in history. With hope and determination, Marie, Julian, John, Chris, Mo, Ruth, Liliana and the entire Avaaz team More information: Hamas frees hostages, Israel releases Palestinian prisoners on day one of ceasefire (Reuters) Ireland, Norway, and Spain to recognise Palestinian state (BBC) State Department reviewing options for possible recognition of Palestinian state (Axios) The impact of recognising a Palestinian state (BBC)

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Syria emergency

I just returned to my home in Syria -- for the first time in 14 years.People were dancing in the streets, celebrating the fall of a tyrant. But amidst the relief, is a realisation that our horror is not over yet.Syrians are facing a severe humanitarian crisis of hunger, sanitation, and displacement.13 million people are going hungry, and 7 million are living in camps or informal settlements. Many hospitals are just a pile of rubble -- and emergency teams are still uncovering new horrors in parts of Syria that were unreachable before.They are overwhelmed by the levels of suffering. Families need food, medical care, and shelter for an icy winter. And as thousands of displaced Syrians try to get home, local groups are racing to clear landmines and unexploded weapons. This is an urgent appeal to get life-saving aid and humanitarian support into Syria.International government aid is slow and often not enough -- but by pooling our donations from across the planet, Avaaz can get funding to trusted partners on the ground within days. And the more we raise, the more we can expand our campaigns and community-building projects across the region.Please help to rebuild lives in Syria -- donate what you can now:

Dear friends, I just returned to my home in Syria -- for the first time in 14 years. People were dancing in the streets, celebrating the fall of a tyrant. But amidst the relief, is a realisation that our horror is not over yet. Syrians are facing a severe humanitarian crisis of hunger, sanitation, and displacement. 13 million people are going hungry, and 7 million are living in camps or informal settlements. Many hospitals are just a pile of rubble -- and emergency teams are still uncovering new horrors in parts of Syria that were unreachable before. They are overwhelmed by the levels of suffering. Families need food, medical care, and shelter for an icy winter. And as thousands of displaced Syrians try to get home, local groups are racing to clear landmines and unexploded weapons. This is an urgent appeal to get life-saving aid and humanitarian support into Syria. International government aid is slow and often not enough -- but by pooling our donations from across the planet, Avaaz can get funding to trusted partners on the ground within days. And the more we raise, the more we can expand our campaigns and community-building projects across the region. Please help to rebuild lives in Syria -- donate what you can now: I'LL DONATE €1 I'LL DONATE €2 I'LL DONATE €4 I'LL DONATE €8 OTHER AMOUNT Over a decade of conflict has claimed the lives of at least 30,000 children across Syria. An additional seven million are now in urgent need of emergency aid, including medical care, food, clean drinking water, and safe shelter to endure the coming winter. For decades, Syria has only known destruction and terror. Assad's regime used bombs and chemical weapons against us, killing half a million people. Countless families were forced to flee, leaving everything behind. The humanitarian needs today have never been greater. Nearly 70% of the population requires aid, and our refugee crisis is the largest in the world. Local groups urgently need funding to expand their reach, and they've come to Avaaz because they know our community can mobilise funds at lightning speed. If we raise enough, we could: Deliver emergency medical aid, food supplies, fuel, blankets, and shelter to thousands of displaced and critically injured; Fund a local and trusted team of civil defenders to scale up their operations across Syria -- removing rubble, clearing roads, de-mining and deactivating explosive devices to ensure the safe return of families and children; Provide shelter, livelihood and psycho-social support to former detainees who suffered torture and sexual violence at the hands of Assad regime; Support local truth and reconciliation groups as they document previous abuses, and mobilise communities to advocate for an inclusive Syria -- where rights of minorities and women are protected and enshrined into legislation; and, Continue to campaign on freedom, peace and security while helping grassroots efforts in Syria, Palestine, and Sudan to end the wars and guarantee rights and dignity for all. Syria is free of its dictator, but rebuilding the country will take massive efforts. The world turned its back on us before -- we can't let it happen again. Donate what you can now: I'LL DONATE €1 I'LL DONATE €2 I'LL DONATE €4 I'LL DONATE €8 OTHER AMOUNT Avaaz members have stood with Syrians throughout 13 years of civil war and two devastating earthquakes. Your generous contributions provided lifesaving aid that pulled people out of the rubble -- thank you. Today, we need your support more than ever before, this time to start rebuilding after years of chaos and crisis.  In gratitude and hope, Wissam and the whole team at Avaaz  PS. This might be your first donation to our movement ever. But what a first donation! Did you know that Avaaz relies entirely on small donations from members like you? That's why we're fully independent, nimble and effective. Join the over 1 million people who've donated to make Avaaz a real force for good in the world. Note: The photos featured in this fundraiser are from different points in time in the recent Syrian civil war. While they are not from the present, they are representative of the deep scars that the brutal Assad regime has left on the most vulnerable over the course of almost 14 years. More information: Syria refugee crisis explained (UNCHR) The global players in Syria before and after Assad (BBC) Syrians face return to a shattered nation (Politico) Dawn in Damascus (New Lines Magazine)

Avaaz is a 70-million-person global campaign network that works to ensure that the views and values of the world's people shape global decision-making. ("Avaaz" means "voice" or "song" in many languages.) Avaaz members live in every nation of the world; our team is spread across 18 countries on 6 continents and operates in 22 languages. Learn about some of Avaaz's biggest campaigns here, or follow us on Facebook, X, or Instagram. You became a member of the Avaaz movement and started receiving these emails when you signed "Rome Summit: Stop the Food Crisis" on 2008-05-01 using the email address mgriks@gmail.com. To ensure that Avaaz messages reach your inbox, please add avaaz@avaaz.org to your address book. To change your email address, language settings, or other personal information, contact us, or simply go here to unsubscribe. To contact Avaaz, please do not reply to this email. Instead, write to us at www.avaaz.org/en/contact . 27 Union Square West Suite 500 New York, NY 10003

Our oceans. Sign up petition to safe them!

They need sound for their survival – but because commercial ships are polluting our oceans with noise, our marine life is struggling. Now there's a proposal that would turn down the volume, help whales, dolphins, fish and invertebrates, and even reduce deadly ship strikes. Join the call to the EU Commission to make it happen: From tiny fish to the biggest whales: the vast majority of our marine life rely on sound for their survival. Dolphins and whales use sound to maintain social bonds, coordinate hunting, and communicate over long distances; many fish use sound to attract mates and to detect predators.But our oceans have become noisy, with commercial ships drowning out the natural sounds of the ocean and putting our marine life at risk.Now Europe could turn down the volume with the stroke of a pen – by supporting a "Blue Speeds" proposal. Experts say just making ships go 5 - 10% more slowly could bring noise pollution down by a quarter!A new European Commission is about to take office, giving us a perfect window to get this plan up top on their agenda. Join now and let's build a citizens' call too great to ignore:

They need sound for their survival – but because commercial ships are polluting our oceans with noise, our marine life is struggling. Now there's a proposal that would turn down the volume, help whales, dolphins, fish and invertebrates, and even reduce deadly ship strikes. Join the call to the EU Commission to make it happen: Sign now Dear friends, From tiny fish to the biggest whales: the vast majority of our marine life rely on sound for their survival. Dolphins and whales use sound to maintain social bonds, coordinate hunting, and communicate over long distances; many fish use sound to attract mates and to detect predators. But our oceans have become noisy, with commercial ships drowning out the natural sounds of the ocean and putting our marine life at risk. Now Europe could turn down the volume with the stroke of a pen – by supporting a "Blue Speeds" proposal. Experts say just making ships go 5 - 10% more slowly could bring noise pollution down by a quarter! A new European Commission is about to take office, giving us a perfect window to get this plan up top on their agenda. Join now and let's build a citizens' call too great to ignore: Turn down the volume - save our marine life Noise pollution isn't the only problem that would be addressed with slower speeds: tens of thousands of whales are killed by ship strikes every year – and those deaths would be significantly reduced, too. Just like schools have speed limits on neighbouring streets to protect children, shipping lanes could be made much safer for marine inhabitants. Although many of us live far from busy ports and the sea, and may not think much about the shipping industry in our everyday lives, its environmental impact is significant, negatively affecting global pollution and marine ecosystems everywhere. Experts say this Blue speed limit is the most viable and achievable solution to make our oceans safer and less noisy: it has a great ecological benefit; in Europe alone it could save the shipping industry 3.4 billion euros in fuel consumption every year; and it contributes to the EU achieving its environmental goals. And if Europe takes leadership on this matter – other countries and regions could follow suit. We rely on healthy seas to curb global warming, for our freshwater supply, and for food production – so for the sake of our marine life and for ourselves – let's call on Europe to be a pioneer now – Avaaz will join IFAW to bring our voices to the heart of Brussels: Turn down the volume - save our marine life Avaaz has campaigned to protect our oceans for over a decade, and just a couple of weeks ago we sent a campaign to stop the whale hunt in Iceland. Let's come together again now for this structural solution that will help safeguard all marine life we depend on. With hope and determination, Alice, Antonia, Nate, and the rest of the Avaaz team More information: Blue Speeds for Shipping (IFAW) Blue Speeds a win-win solution for shipping companies, european citizens and marine life (IFAW) Save the "massive, living, beautiful, breathing, majestic boxes of carbon" known as whales (Vox)

Avaaz is a 70-million-person global campaign network that works to ensure that the views and values of the world's people shape global decision-making. ("Avaaz" means "voice" or "song" in many languages.) Avaaz members live in every nation of the world; our team is spread across 18 countries on 6 continents and operates in 22 languages. Learn about some of Avaaz's biggest campaigns here, or follow us on Facebook, X, or Instagram. You became a member of the Avaaz movement and started receiving these emails when you signed "Rome Summit: Stop the Food Crisis" on 2008-05-01 using the email address mgriks@gmail.com. To ensure that Avaaz messages reach your inbox, please add avaaz@avaaz.org to your address book. To change your email address, language settings, or other personal information, contact us, or simply go here to unsubscribe. To contact Avaaz, please do not reply to this email. Instead, write to us at www.avaaz.org/en/contact . 27 Union Square West Suite 500 New York, NY 10003

Modern Tantra Retreat

💜Unlock the Power of Love and Connection - Join Our Modern Tantra Retreat in Koh Phangan! 🌴 
Are you ready to experience profound healing, deeper connection, and true freedom? Join us for "Modern Tantra Retreat", where ancient wisdom meets modern practices, creating a journey of love, growth, and liberation. 

In today's fast-paced world, Tantra has evolved into a powerful path for conscious relationships, authentic connection, and self-discovery. It's no longer a secret practice—it's an accessible and transformative way to live fully and love deeply. 

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What Awaits You?

At this retreat, you'll dive into practices that empower and expand your heart, mind, and soul, including: 

✨ Sublimation: The "Use it, Don't Lose it" method 
✨ Conscious Relationships & Love Languages
✨ Erotic Blueprints
✨ Boundaries & The Wheel of Consent 
✨ Tantric Massage 
✨ Tantra Yoga
✨ Shamanic Tantra

…and so much more! 

Whether you're single, partnered, or exploring love in all its forms, this retreat offers tools for transformation that will stay with you for a lifetime. 

📍 Location: Koh Phangan - A tropical, spiritual haven for healing and growth. 
📅 Dates: 22-24 November 2024 

🎟️ Reserve Your Spot Today!
Check the event for more information:
https://www.facebook.com/events/3741387636074973/

Let's come together to learn, heal, and expand—allowing love to guide us toward a life of greater joy and freedom. 

We can't wait to share this sacred experience with you! 💜

Michal Kali Griks Tantra Movement
Trisha Croft. Light Of Lemuria

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Modern Tantra.

Today, more people view and experience Tantra as a multi-dimensional path to learning how to love better in all possible directions and levels.

Thanks to open access to ancient teachings once reserved for the elite, such as Tantra, Shamanism, and other spiritual traditions, we now have the opportunity to explore paths that were often closed to all.

We're grateful for the internet, AI, and our boundless human creativity, which have made these teachings accessible to all.

Tantra itself has gained new faces, flavors, and the possibility of beautiful combinations.

It often works so simply: We have tools; you have tools. When we share, we expand our opportunities exponentially. When love is the guiding intention, these shared teachings converge into a powerful new path that we call Modern Tantra.

In its essence, Modern Tantra is about liberation, deconditioning, and infinite possibilities, fueled by human creativity and our innate drive to grow, learn, and love deeply in real life. The directions and dimensions that modern Tantra explores are vast.

Here are some of the most central to our approach. Some of them we will practice at our Modern Tantra Retreat.

Here are some of the most central to our approach:

• Sublimation: The "Use it, don't lose it" method
• Conscious Relationships
• Tantric Massage
• Therapy
• Boundaries: Including The Wheel of Consent
• The Five Love Languages
• Erotic Blueprints
• Archetypes
• Deconditioning Practices
• De-Armoring: Concepts and massage
• Male and Female Liberation
• Tantra BDSM
• Shamanic Tantra
• Tantra Yoga
• Tantric Dance & Ecstatic Dance
• Water Tantra
• And so much more…

Each of these practices enriches and expands the dimensions of love, connection, and freedom. This is the essence of modern Tantra.

All Modern People! We Invite you for Modern Tantra Retreat 22-24 November.
By Trisha Croft and Michal Kali Griks and their new Love Academy - the fusion of Light Of Lemuria and Tantra Movement. 

Michal Kali Griks
http://tantramovement.com