Abuja, Nigeria: The first time I learnt of suicide, I was about five. A man had committed suicide within my father’s jurisdiction and as the then presiding Magistrate; he had to sanction an official inquiry into the cause of death. He reviewed the pictures in his library at home and later that night, I overheard...
At nearly 28 years old, with absolutely no savings and a hefty student debt, I’ve never had any interest in my personal finances. No offence to my Mum, but she is also terrible with her finances. She is 62-years old, with no savings or assets and relies heavily on my Dad to live. “Financial independence...
You’re here because you’re looking to beat the back to school rush and want to get super organised for the year ahead. Whether you’re after a stylish backpack for work or college, or a school bag for your kid(s), here is a comprehensive list of ethical and eco-friendly backpacks for school and work that we...
In a recent conversation a friend drew my attention to a crucial aspect of modern day marketing. She asked if I had noticed that almost all advertisements on the internet are fixated on what a majority of the populace already feel they lack. Her views were that if I paused to really think it through,...
It’s that time of the year again, the time when the phrase ‘New Year, New Me’ makes its way around the social scene trying to peer pressure us into compliance. Everywhere you look, friends and family members are vowing to lose weight, are aiming to get fit and signing up to 12-month gym memberships, are...
With adventure and travel more popular than ever, it’s an exciting time for outdoor brands to influence sustainability in the textile industry. From failures to progression, it’s integral for both consumers and other companies to learn and understand a brand’s journey in social and environmental responsibility. Kathmandu is an adventure and travel brand originating in...
TOM Organic is behind Australia’s leading range of certified organic cotton pads and tampons – free from synthetic chemicals, perfumes and pesticides. The company was founded by Melbourne-based entrepreneur Aimee Marks who believes that a woman should never have to compromise the health and wellbeing of their bodies as well as the planet’s. So we’re...
You’ve celebrated Christmas and already looking to conquer the year ahead with conscious intention and purpose. Whether you’re a small business owner, a working parent or a college student, you’re keen to get organized and make 2019 your best yet – and you’re keen to do it in ethical and sustainable style. Whether you’re after...
This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Author: Michal Carrington, Senior Lecturer in Marketing, University of Melbourne. Are you an organic shopper? Into fairtrade? A greenhouse gas warrior? All about free-range and animal welfare? Even if you said yes to all the above, the chances are that, when you shop, only a few...
Editor’s note: This is an excerpt from our weekly newsletter that I’ve chosen to republish on the site. Merry Christmas! Now it’s the season to be jolly. Christmas is a super special time of the year for me. I was a devout Catholic up until I was 15 (I attended Catholic Youth Group and Bible...
Whether you’re building an eco-friendly workplace, a conscious parent planning for when the kids go back to school or a student who wants to show your love for the planet through your choice of school supplies, whatever brings you here, we know you want to do right by the environment and minimise your footprint. Vegan,...
Oops, did you put off getting gifts until this week? Or did you succumb to some good old-fashioned seasonal depression? Work too much and forgot to be festive? I got you. The best gifts are not only lovely but represent you and your relationship with the gift’s recipient. You don’t want to run to your...