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eBay Workshop: Hot Topics at Community.WorldofGood.com - April 28
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eBay Workshop: Hot Topics at Community.WorldofGood.com - April 28

Mar 31, 2008 7:55 PM
Topic: eBay Workshop: Hot Topics at Community.WorldofGood.com

Host: eBay Staff
Date: Monday 04/28
Time: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Pacific time
Location: Workshop Board

Description: The boards are buzzing on Link as members gather to discuss how everyday choices impact people and the planet. Join us to learn more about this exciting new community and catch up on the latest topics for social change, including Fair Trade, reducing the use of plastic bags when shopping, ethically-sourced beauty products, and the little ways we can reduce our ecological footprint. Share your thoughts on these topics and learn more about how to join the conversation.

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eBay Workshop: Hot Topics at Community.WorldofGood.com - April 28

Apr 28, 2008 10:48 AM
Good morning everyone:

The WorldofGood.com Community (Link) is a central source for anyone who wants to make more informed choices about the products they are buying. Today we’ll explain how you can use it to share your ideas and learn about the impact your shopping decisions make.

Through blogs, discussion threads, and articles by media and organizations, community members can discuss and read up on topics such as how to shop responsibly while traveling, how to start a fair trade town, and what ethical sourcing means.
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eBay Workshop: Hot Topics at Community.WorldofGood.com - April 28

Apr 28, 2008 10:51 AM
There are many ways to align your values with your shopping decisions, such as buying Fair Trade coffee, organic food, or Made in the USA or union-made products. If you’ve ever tried to look for these products or wondered why people do this, then WorldofGood.com is a community for you to share ideas and get answers.
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eBay Workshop: Hot Topics at Community.WorldofGood.com - April 28

Apr 28, 2008 10:52 AM
How to Get Started

1. Visit www.worldofgood.com.
2. Click on “Log In” in the top right hand corner if you are not already logged into eBay – this will take you to an eBay log in page.
3. Use your eBay username and password to sign in.
4. You will be re-directed back to the World of Good Community homepage after login.
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eBay Workshop: Hot Topics at Community.WorldofGood.com - April 28

Apr 28, 2008 10:53 AM
Now you can join in on some of the hot topics being discussed on WorldofGood.com! There’s something for everyone, from tips on what we can do as ordinary people to make the world a better place, to inspiring stories about individuals and organizations around the world that are making a difference, to wake-up calls about serious issues affecting your health, community, and the planet.

You can begin by introducing yourself to the community
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eBay Workshop: Hot Topics at Community.WorldofGood.com - April 28

Apr 28, 2008 10:54 AM
Lots of socially-conscious members are talking about which companies and products are the most responsible…and which need to clean up their act. Weigh in on the brands you know here:

Product (RED) at Gap: Does it really help people, or is it a big marketing ploy?

Socially- & Eco-conscious Beauty Products: What do you look for? What socially- and eco-conscious standards do you look for in beauty products? What are your favorite products that make a positive impact on people and planet?

American Apparel: Hot or Not? One member writes: “I love that they sell sweatshop free items, they're up for promoting immigrant rights and they also promote environmentally friendly practices ...but...I'm kind of miffed about those raunchy ads…What are your thoughts?”
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eBay Workshop: Hot Topics at Community.WorldofGood.com - April 28

Apr 28, 2008 10:55 AM
On WorldofGood.com, share and find out the little things we can do to reduce our ecological footprint.

Little things we can do: Every day we are leaving a footprint on the planet. You’ll be surprised to learn all the ways we can reduce our footprint by making little changes each day.

Shopping responsibly without plastic shopping bags: How? Did you know that some environmental experts argue that plastic bags are actually better for the environment than paper bags? Read this discussion to find out why, and share how you reduce your use of disposable bags.

What's "green washing" and how might consumers recognize this when shopping? Ever wonder what it means when something is “natural”? Find out how you can make sure your purchases are as eco-friendly as you want them to be.

How Not to Waste Food: A blogger shares a website with tips on what to do with food that is just about to go bad to reduce waste.
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eBay Workshop: Hot Topics at Community.WorldofGood.com - April 28

Apr 28, 2008 10:56 AM
Many individuals like you are discussing big ideas about our role as citizens of the world.

In the discussion A World Without Boundaries, someone asks: I just had a discussion with my husband about helping people outside our country. He feels that we should "take care of our own" first. I believe that there are no boundaries as far as people are concerned. Everyone is "our own" from the US to Africa to everywhere in between, I see no boundaries except the ones we draw ourselves (aside from physical boundaries). I believe we should help all of humankind through every and all means. How do you feel about this subject? Do you believe that we should help "our own" first?

What do you think of Gross National Happiness? Instead of Gross Domestic Product, which measures our country’s performance in dollars, one country is measuring its success based on happiness. People weigh in on whether this is a good idea and even feasible.
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eBay Workshop: Hot Topics at Community.WorldofGood.com - April 28

Apr 28, 2008 10:57 AM
Great articles from Ode Magazine, Ideal Bite, and Mercy Corps fill us in on what’s going on around the world by sharing inspiring stories about how individuals and organizations are improving lives, like these articles:

Turning Trash Into Cash
Worldwide Kids Get Tech Savvy with $100 Laptops

They also provide in-depth articles about the industries we depend on every day:

Fair Trade: A Little Effort Goes a Long Way
Corn Ethanol Isn't the Answer: A Co-op America Exposé
A Decade Since the First Sweatshop Headlines, Dirty Fashion is Selling Faster Than Ever

What your favorite celebs are doing to use their fame for a better world:

Kicking It with Colin Farrell
It has to be a good movie too: Leonardo DiCaprio on Diamonds

For sellers, WorldofGood.com is a good way to connect with people in the industry of selling ethically sourced products:

Practical Tips for Marketing Fair Trade Crafts
Valentine's pledge from jewelry sellers
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eBay Workshop: Hot Topics at Community.WorldofGood.com - April 28

Apr 28, 2008 11:03 AM
Welcome and thanks for joining us today!

We love workshops to be interactive, so please feel free to ask your questions that directly relate to this topic.

Added note: If you click on the "Watch this discussion" link, you will receive an email each time someone posts to the workshop.

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eBay Workshop: Hot Topics at Community.WorldofGood.com - April 28

Apr 28, 2008 11:54 AM
Is the event taking place in this forum or on worldofgood.com?
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eBay Workshop: Hot Topics at Community.WorldofGood.com - April 28

Apr 28, 2008 11:59 AM
Hi jewishlunar:

The workshop is taking place now - on this forum.

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Apr 28, 2008 12:03 PM
WorldofGood has lots of great information. When did WordofGood begin? Thanks!
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eBay Workshop: Hot Topics at Community.WorldofGood.com - April 28

Apr 28, 2008 12:05 PM
Hi jewishlunar,
This is Amy with the WorldofGood.com team.
We launched the community portion of WorldofGood.com earlier this year and are anticipating the launch of the commerce platform later this year.
And yes, there is tons of great info!
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Apr 28, 2008 12:08 PM
Hi Amy,

Can any person have a blog or do you need to have a special product or certification? I live in San Francisco and my wife and I bike and we are completely changing our habits now due to the price of gas. Could we have a blog on worldofgood.com? How does the process work? Thanks!

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