World Ark Magazine - March/April 2008 - (Page 1) March/April 2008 18 Contents F EAT U R E S DE PARTME NTS Photo by Jake Lyell 8 Designing New Technologies for a Better Life By Lauren Wilcox A new wave of conscientious inventors and entrepreneurs is proving that design can benefit the world’s poor, not just a privileged few. 2 4 6 36 38 Letters Readers Respond For the Record Facts & Figures The Good Life Tips for Better Living 18 Silk & Solutions By Jaman Matthews Photos by Jake Lyell Who knew that Heifer International had silkworm projects in China? We take a look at the history and benefits of the world’s most industrious caterpillar. Asked & Answered Rick Smolan says we have a drinking problem Mixed Media Lappé’s Getting a Grip Classic Clip from Silent Spring Must-reads on Globalization 26 Help and Hope for 1 Million People in East Africa By Ray White In January 2008, Heifer International was honored with a $42.8 million grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Find out what the grant is for, where the money is going and how you can help. 40 Heifer Bulletin WiLD Award Winners National Award for Heifer Headquarters 44 Heifer Spirit Heifer supporters make a difference to help end hunger 30 12 Steps to Practical Problem Solving By Paul Polak In an excerpt from his upcoming book Out of Poverty, entrepreneur Paul Polak lays out his process for assessing needs and bringing about real-world change in the lives of impoverished farmers. 50 52 Heifer Calendar Save the Date First Person A Woman’s Life in Haiti Cover: Wu Yuantian of Nanbu County, China Photo by Jake Lyell 8 www.heifer.org 26 36 March/April 2008 | WORLD ARK 1 http://www.heifer.org
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