The Robin Hood Tax

Barkha — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:12:52 +0000

A tax rate of 0.005 % has been put forward approximately 5cents for every $1000 traded via transactions such as foreign exchange, derivatives and share deals. The proceeds are to be used to combat poverty by investing in schools, health services and infrastructure at both a domestic and international level. Not just an idealist dream the quantity of funds raised would be substantial and the idea has support from economists, business people, the current French president and British prime Minister so far. Get some detail and facts for yourself.

To build support locally and convince treasurer Wayne Swan please email him before April 23, 2010.

A recent article from the Age: Robin Hood tax a salve for banking sorrows

Be the generation to end poverty

Barkha — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 08:27:15 +0000

Be moved into action to make a difference by the current Oxfam campaign “In my name”. As simple as adding your name to the petition, making a pledge on what you will do to contribute such as supporting fair trade through your shopping choices, then encourage friends to do the same.

Also urge that re-juggle budgets to include a regular contribution to programs such as Aware by Oxfam (as little as $25 per month) that not only provide basics such as clean water and schooling but also enable people to learn new skills and fight poverty themselves.

For information watch the 7 minute documentary and read about the Millenium Development goals.

Please do not be put off by the celebrity endorsements, just listen to the message, act and pass it on.

For locals also take time to send a quick letter to Penny Wong, minister for Climate Change and Water.
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The Robin Hood Tax

Be the generation to end poverty