Pick of the Week – 3/12/10
As promised here is another round up of what we’ve found interesting this week. As well as blogs that really need to be read, we’ve also found an online magazine we think you’ll enjoy. And for those of you who want to get involved, there’s a campaign to better protect people from the Lord’s Resistance Army.
This online crisis story magazine has everything from filmmakers to a humanitarian bazaar.
2. Andrew Harding on Africa
This BBC reporter is currently working in Mogadishu and keeping a diary of his experiences. The first part explains the difficulties he has just getting to Mogadishu.
Mogadishu diary part 1: Getting there
Each blog focuses on the people of Afghanistan rather than just the politics. It makes an interesting change from the mainstream media.
A witty blog offering news and analysis of issues impacting Pakistan.
5. Take Action
A new campaign has been launched to ask the UN Security Council to re-evaluate its approach to protecting civilians from LRA attacks. To add your name to the list of people who want to see better protection measures the petition is here.
Melissa Gordon