In my quest to define "Women of the Green Generation" I am currently finding myself in the unique position to be able to expand on the definition of "Green" and the potential it has of meaning.
In other words, does "green" simply mean being eco-friendly and sustainable? Or does it have some deeper hidden meaning and significance?
In forming our concepts and visions for the WOTGG Conference that is being planned for this June 2010, the term "green" came up many times- and we are wondering if it is a limited word? Are we pigeon holing oursleves into being just another sustainable group producing yet another "green" event?
But my thoughts and feelings are that the word "green" can have many meanings, as it seems everyone I talk to these days has a slightly different definition of what "green" means to them.
Many people have asked me what Women of the Green Generation is really about and the basic summary I give them is that, "WOTGG is a networking group dedicated to fostering relationships with other professional women involved in sustainable business."
But as the group has grown and progressed over the past months I am starting to realize that we are so much more than that. Because essentially what we are striving towards is creating a new paradigm of how we can work and co-exists together. The new paradigm of course includes sustainability and eco-friendly practices. But we are not limited to this, infact I fear that if we only focus on being "sustainable" and "eco-freindly", then essentially we are forgetting the real reason why the planet and man kind is in a crisis mode to begin with. We have lost our commitment to family and community - and genuine caring for each other and the planet.
So as we continue to form our vision for the June 2010 WOTGG Conference we invite you to share with us what "green" means to you and any ideas you may have on creating an amazing event.
Please contact us
Kris Willey-Founder
info.wotgg@gmail.com
Friday, February 26, 2010
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Seizing and incredible economic opportunity
Throughout the course of history, all great movements have been born at the grassroots level. The American independence movement, the civil-rights movement and the women's suffrage movement were all begun by people who did not wait for others. Then they gained momentum and speed, and swept throughout our nation. And this movement is about much more than just protecting the environment.
It is also about seizing an incredible economic opportunity. One hundred and fifty years ago, the Industrial Revolution changed the world and ushered in a new era of prosperity. Today, the Green Revolution can do the same. And to make that happen, we need everyone to come together and sacrifice for the common good. If we all work together -- environmentalists, businesses, activists, ordinary citizens and subnational governments -- we can push our nations and the world toward a clean, sustainable future.
It is also about seizing an incredible economic opportunity. One hundred and fifty years ago, the Industrial Revolution changed the world and ushered in a new era of prosperity. Today, the Green Revolution can do the same. And to make that happen, we need everyone to come together and sacrifice for the common good. If we all work together -- environmentalists, businesses, activists, ordinary citizens and subnational governments -- we can push our nations and the world toward a clean, sustainable future.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Positive Change
"If you want to see things change - you have to get involved."
Who ever said that saving our planet and changing the consciousness of humanity is cheap and easy? We have to make efforts to achieve it and we have to be eager to manifest these changes, so we will have it. Strong desires, like we have when we want anything strongly in our lives, is what is needed.
Our thoughts of being so small and insignificant should be banished if we wish to create positive change. We must develop our awareness that with every thought, every deed and every action we each set forth a multitude of effects; effects that we are not fully aware - because we are lacking omni present vision which can see the effects of all actions. It is similiar to when a stone drops into the water and many ripples form and spread out in all directions; our thoughts and actions create the same effect.
Sometimes our failures make us feel as if we are not able to conquer our own inner obstacles, but it is often these failures that make us stronger and push us into making changes for the better. If I look at myself I feel as if I am far from achieving my goals, and yet I do see the light at the end of the tunnel. It is the Light of all lights and it is urging me ever onward towards It - towards positive change.
Who ever said that saving our planet and changing the consciousness of humanity is cheap and easy? We have to make efforts to achieve it and we have to be eager to manifest these changes, so we will have it. Strong desires, like we have when we want anything strongly in our lives, is what is needed.
Our thoughts of being so small and insignificant should be banished if we wish to create positive change. We must develop our awareness that with every thought, every deed and every action we each set forth a multitude of effects; effects that we are not fully aware - because we are lacking omni present vision which can see the effects of all actions. It is similiar to when a stone drops into the water and many ripples form and spread out in all directions; our thoughts and actions create the same effect.
Sometimes our failures make us feel as if we are not able to conquer our own inner obstacles, but it is often these failures that make us stronger and push us into making changes for the better. If I look at myself I feel as if I am far from achieving my goals, and yet I do see the light at the end of the tunnel. It is the Light of all lights and it is urging me ever onward towards It - towards positive change.
WOTGG 2010
Welcome to the Women of the Green Generation Blog Spot
We are just getting started so please check back with us periodically for updates.
In the mean time feel free to visit our website at www.womenofthegreengeneration.com
Wanna sign up for our monthly news letter? please email us at: info.wotgg@gmail.com
We are pleased to announce the first "Women of the Green Generation Conference."
The event is due to take place in Los Angeles in June 2010 - So stay tuned for more details to be announced soon!
Peace and blessings to all - wishing you a truly green New Year
Kris Willey
founder: Women of the Green Generation
We are just getting started so please check back with us periodically for updates.
In the mean time feel free to visit our website at www.womenofthegreengeneration.com
Wanna sign up for our monthly news letter? please email us at: info.wotgg@gmail.com
We are pleased to announce the first "Women of the Green Generation Conference."
The event is due to take place in Los Angeles in June 2010 - So stay tuned for more details to be announced soon!
Peace and blessings to all - wishing you a truly green New Year
Kris Willey
founder: Women of the Green Generation
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