1998/06/22 - Kentucky Hemp Growers Cooperative Association
:: An educational site dedicated to an ecologically-safe, agricultural resource and demonstrating economic potential of industrial hemp; Lexington, KY; For membership info call: 606-252-8954 or email: info@hempgrowers.com
BlueGrassRoots
:: Progressive blog, Calendar of events, and more Issues: computer networking; Location: Lexington, KY 40506.
Bluegrass FLOW (For Local Owenership of Water)
:: Encouraging water autonomy in central Kentucky. Issues: water; Location: Lexington, KY 40508.
Bluegrass Policy Blog
:: The Bluegrass Institute Blog. Issues: economics; education, free-market. Location: Bowling Green, KY 42101.
Central Kentucky Council for Peace and Justice
:: A unique association of groups which addresses the whole fabric of peace and justice issues. Issues: networking; Peace; Justice; multi-issue. Location: Lexington, KY 40508.
Frankfort Business & Professional Women
:: A local chapter of BPW/USA, promoting equity for all women in the workplace through advocacy, education and information. Issues: equal rights; Location: Frankfort, KY 40601.
Kentuckians For The Commonwealth
:: We believe in the power of citizens, working together, to challenge injustices and improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians. Issues: justice; grassroots; citizens; environment; labor; environment; race; empowerment. Location: London, KY 40743.
Kentucky Activism Page
:: Links to a large number of activist/progressive groups throughout the commonwealth of Kentucky. Issues: networking; Location: Lexington, KY 40508.
Lexington Bill of Rights Defense Committee (BORDC)
:: Concerned with overbearing laws such as the USA PATRIOT Act and the Homeland Security Act and their interference with civil rights. Issues: civil liberties; rights; patriot; act; freedom; speech. Location: Lexington, KY 40508.
Louisville Progressive Organizations
:: Louisville Peace Action Community provides a listing and webspace for local progressive organizations as well as community calendar at http://east.our.calendars.net/louisvillepeace/loujustice Issues: peace; peace; justice; civil rights & liberties; community action of all kinds Location: Louisville, KY 40204.
Pulaski Democrats
:: Democratic Party of Pulaski County Issues: economics; Location: Somerset, KY 40502.
UK American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
:: University of Kentucky students protecting citizens’ rights under the law, such as First Amendment rights and the right to equal protection. Issues: civil liberties; campus; activism; student; racism; rights; constitution. Location: Lexington, KY 40506.
UK Campus Progressive Coalition (CPC)
:: A collection of 15 UK student organizations that unite under progressive ideals. Issues: networking; Campus; activism; student; coalition. Location: Lexington, KY 40506.
UK College Democrats
:: Working to promote Democratic candidates and ideals in our campus and in our community. Issues: politics; Democracy. Location: Lexington, KY 40506.
UK Feminist Alliance
:: We work for the legal, social, political, and economic equality of women and men. Issues: feminism; campus; activism; student; equal; rights; gender. Location: Lexington, KY 40506.
UK Green Thumb Environmental Club
:: Broad-based environmental group at the University of Kentucky. Issues: environment; campus; activism; student. Location: Lexington, KY 40506.
UK Greens
:: In support of Green Party candidates and ideals. Issues: Green Party; campus; activism; student; environment. Location: Lexington, KY 40506.
UK Leftist Student Union (LSU)
:: Students who promote grass-roots democracy, justice, personal empowerment, environmental protection, and the anti-war movement. Issues: justice; campus; activism; student; liberal; anti-war; union; environment; anti-consumer. Location: Lexington, KY 40506.
UK Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA)
:: We work to improve the lives of animals. Issues: animal rights; Location: Lexington, KY 40506.
UK Voices for Planned Parenthood (VOX)
:: We defend reproductive freedom. Issues: pro-choice; reproductive; freedom. Location: Lexington, KY 40506.
Under One Sky
:: Formerly known as the Melungeon Information Exchange, this online journal is a key voice in the emerging multi-ethnic Melungeon movement. Issues: minorities; Multi-ethnic; racism; Appalachia; Romani; Gypsies; Portuguese; Turks; Turkish; Kentucky; Tennessee; North Carolina; South Carolina; Pamunkey; Indian; Spanish; colonial; English; conquistadors; Cherokee; Wise Virginia. Location: Alcoa, TN 37701.
Kentucky
c/o Michael
PO Box 318
Salem, KY 42078-0318 Phone: (502)683-3646
Contacts(s): Dr. Todd Michael Fax: (502)683-3646. Type: publisher. Source: Napra.
Box 409
Horse Cave, KY 42749-0409 Phone: (502)786-1466
Issues: environment; wildlife/endangered species; water; conservation. Description: Its goal is to preserve groundwater, endangered species, mineral formations, and archeological finds through protection of caves and karstlands. Sponsors clean-ups, restoration and cave gating projects. Other Resources: Museum/educational museum, technical services and consulting, training seminars, project support and a clearinghouse. Dues: $25/yr. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
332 West Broadway, #1215
Louisville, KY 40202-2147 Phone: (502)562-0045
Issues: arts; literature. Description: "...is one of the liveliest magazines to appear in the US in recent years... exceptional for its range and quality." - Frank Macshane. Stories, poems, and essays by daring new writers and such established writers as Kay Boyle, Chaim Potok, Doris Grumbach, Joy Harjo. "Impressive... ambitious." - Small Press. Contacts(s): Frederick Smock, Sallie Bingham Price: $5/sample. Subscriptions: $12/yr. Frequency: 4/yr. Established: 1984. Type: periodical; magazine. Source: Utne.
Box 298
Livingston, KY 40445-0298 Phone: (606)453-2105
Issues: energy; economics; education; environment; agriculture; science; community investment; appropriate technology. Description: Makes science and technology responsive to the needs of the poor in central Appalachia through demonstration of low-cost housing, organic gardening and renewable energy projects, publication of A.T. materials and environmental education literature and reports. Other Resources: Free publications list. Contacts(s): Al Fritsch Subscriptions: $5/yr. Frequency: 4/yr. Circulation: 3.4M. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Established: 1977. Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
PO Box 533
Whitesburg, KY 41858-0533
Issues: environment; health; labor; forests; occupational safety. Description: Vol.4 No.2: Black lung, landfill, clearcutting, Ashland Oil, Forest Service botanist fired for doing her job, and the death of Lake Cumberland. Schedules of meetings. Page#: 16. Subscriptions: $10/yr. Type: periodical. Source: Jerod Pore.
250 Rainbow Lane
Richmond, KY 40475-9659 Phone: (606)623-0695
Issues: economics; cooperatives; unions. Description: An association of co-op members continuing to develop cooperatives and credit unions. Publishes "Cooperative/Credit Union Dictionary," listing names and addresses of all co-ops and credit unions in the US. Member of: Co-op America. Type: business; finance. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
250 Rainbow Lane
Richmond, KY 40475-9659 Phone: (606)623-0695
Issues: economics; cooperatives. Contacts(s): Jack McLanahan Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Box 4895
Louisville, KY 40204-1527
Issues: peace; energy; education; global understanding; appropriate technology; science. Description: An education project which provides an introduction to this century's information explosion. Examines widely held assumptions in light of current technological capacities and provides information supporting the contention that humanity now possesses the technical capacity to eliminate hunger, overpopulation, environmental destruction, and nuclear war. Supports people in taking individual responsibility to act on this opportunity by working toward a unified world. Contacts(s): Michael Kessler Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Box 2, Highway 404
David, KY 41616 Phone: (606)886-2377
Issues: labor; justice; economics; alternative markets. Description: Store selling traditional mountain crafts: patchwork quilts, oak split baskets, chairs, toys. Member of: Co-op America. Type: business. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
137 N.E. 19th St.
Miami, FL 33132-1010 Phone: (305)576-8020
Issues: education; politics; spiritual; interfaith; activism. Description: A training program based on the techniques of groups that are members of the DART network, active in Florida, Ohio and Kentucky. Most are composed of a variety of religious congregations. Places participants in openings within the DART network and stipends, weekly instruction and consultation. Internships available. Contacts(s): John Calkins (Director) Type: organization. Source: City Limits.
Box 145
Louisville, KY 40201-0145 Phone: (502)459-5343
Issues: justice; health; welfare rights; disabled. Description: "Citizens with disabilities will have equal access to all jobs and facilities, if these advocates win their goals. They work for more aids such as wheelchair ramps and against employment discrimination." - C.Canan Contacts(s): Mary Johnson Publisher: Advocado Press. Price: $2/ea. Subscriptions: $12/yr.; $20 individuals. Frequency: 6/yr. Circulation: 5M. Established: 1980. Type: periodical. Source: Progressive Periodicals/CIVIL RIGHTS.
1839 Edgeland Ave.
Louisville, KY 40204-1527
Issues: peace; energy; education; global understanding; appropriate technology; science. Description: An education project which provides an introduction to this century's information explosion. Examines widely held assumptions in light of current technological capacities and provides information supporting the contention that humanity now possesses the technical capacity to eliminate hunger, overpopulation, environmental destruction, and nuclear war. Supports people in taking individual responsibility to act on this opportunity by working toward a unified world. Contacts(s): Michael Kessler Type: organization. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Route 5, Box 423
Livingston, KY 40445-9506 Phone: (606)453-2105
Issues: environment; education; energy; agriculture; bioregional; land use; renewables; conservation; travel. Description: This book serves both as a guide for travelers and a source of basic information for all concerned with establishing a sustainable society. The subject coverage is broad: from renewable energy through public lands to bioregionalism. For each topic the guide describes a sampling of places that can be visited and tells how to find additional resources. Other Resources: Formerly FROM WALDEN POND TO MUIR WOODS: Alternative Ways Across America. Contacts(s): Mary Davis (Author), Al Fritsch (Director, ASPI) Publisher: ASPI Publications. Published Date: 1990. Page#: 467. Price: $15.95/ea. Bulk Prices: 33% off/24. Type: reference; guide. Source: Macrocosm USA.
460 Black Lick Rd.
Gravel Switch, KY 40328-9504
Issues: environment; beautification. Description: Monthly newsletter on gardening and horticulture. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Macrocosm USA.
132 Wildwood Ln.
Louisville, KY 40223-2822
Contacts(s): Dee Akers (Correspondent) Type: not determined. Source: Who.
2848 Paddock Lane
Covington, KY 41017-3655
Description: See Native American Prisoners Rehabilitation Research Project. Type: periodical; newsletter. Source: Macrocosm USA.
4th floor, Capital Plaza Tower
Frankfort, KY 40601 Phone: (502)564-7320
Contacts(s): Karen Armstrong-Cummings (Director Of Administration) Fax: (502)564-2043. Type: not determined. Source: Who.
Box 156, Old City Hall
Livingston, KY 40445-0156 Phone: (606)453-9800
Issues: economics; community investment. Description: An organization working toward greater economic self-sufficiency for local people. Sponsors Golden Kentucky Products, which sells sorghum, honey, and locally-made candy. Other Resources: Brochure available. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Member of: Co-op America. Type: organization. Source: Co-op America Quarterly.
2307 Tyler Lane
Louisville, KY 40205 Phone: (502)459-2058
Issues: energy; environment; conservation; appropriate technology; renewables. Description: Main topic of concern has always been the exploration of alternatives to imported oil as solutions to US energy needs. Established: 1977. Type: publisher. Source: SPC.
2848 Paddock Lane
Covington, KY 41017-3655
Issues: justice; education; criminal system; Native Americans. Other Resources: Publishes IRON HOUSE DRUM newsletter, for and by Native prisoners and their loved ones across North America. Contacts(s): Little Rock Reed (Director) Type: organization; program. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Arts on the Park, Inc.
115 N. Kentucky Ave.
Lakeland, FL 33801-5044
Issues: politics; arts; culture. Description: Short stories, essays, and poetry on provocative social, political, and cultural observations and hypotheses. Type: periodical. Source: Writers.
North American Bioregional Council
103 Gibson Lane
Wilder, KY 41076-9703
Affiliate: North American Bioregional Council. Issues: education; environment; childhood; bioregional. Description: Promotes a bioregional perspective in education--the recognition that "humans must establish a new respectful relationship with nature and recover a sense of place." This ecological approach emphasizes diversity and decentralization, relevant to both the content and process of education. Type: periodical; journal. Source: Holistic Ed.
Presbyterian Church
100 Witherspoon St.
Louisville, KY 40202-1396 Phone: (800)872-3283
Affiliate: Presbyterian Church. Issues: spiritual; media; education; peace; justice; economics; faith; conflict resolution; telecommunications. Description: This is the voice-line of the Presbyterian Church. It offers General Assembly information, the Weekender, Presbyterian Headline News, Online counseling, and voice mail. A wide range of progressive concerns aimed at finding social solutions. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Type: media. Source: Macrocosm USA.
100 Witherspoon St.
Louisville, KY 40202-1396 Phone: (502)569-5809
Contacts(s): William Somplatsky-Jarman (Associate Environmental Justice) Fax: (502)569-5018. Type: not determined. Source: Who.
100 Witherspoon
Louisville, KY 40202-1396 Phone: (502)569-5000
Affiliate: Presbyterian Church. Issues: demographics; hunger. Contacts(s): Diane Hockenbury Other:(800)872-3283. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Additional Address: Presbyterian Church, 110 Maryland Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20002 Type: organization; program. Source: Macrocosm USA.
100 Witherspoon St.
Louisville, KY 40202-1396 Phone: (502)569-5784
Affiliate: Presbyterian Church. Issues: spiritual; family; peace; health; faith; conflict resolution; psychology. Description: "Sometimes when we hear the word 'peacemaking' our thoughts turn to the global problems that are in todays headlines. This peacemaking deals with the problems at home and with oneself." This program tries to build communication with in the families, community and church. Has many resources available. Peacemaking is not just for nations but for all of us, including our inner selves. Other Resources: Pamphlets, books and videotapes. Contacts(s): Dick Walks Other:(800)872-3283. Tax Status: Nonprofit. Additional Address: Presbyterian Church, 110 Maryland Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20002 Type: organization; program. Source: Macrocosm USA.
100 Witherspoon
Louisville, KY 40202-1396 Phone: (502)569-5365
Affiliate: Presbyterian Church. Issues: peace; feminism; spiritual; activism; faith; empowerment. Contacts(s): Gladys Strachan Tax Status: Nonprofit. Additional Address: Presbyterian Church, 110 Maryland Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20002 Type: organization; program. Source: Macrocosm USA.
Department of Education & Counseling
University of Kentucky; 237 Dickey Hall
Lexington, KY 40506
Affiliate: American Psychological Association. Issues: feminism; health; psychology. Description: Academic journal that discusses issues pertaining to women's psychology. Contacts(s): Judith Warell (Editor) Page#: 128. Price: $20/ea. Subscriptions: $32/yr. Frequency: 4/yr. Established: 1976. Type: periodical; journal. Source: Macrocosm USA.
310 Old E. Vine St.
Lexington, KY 40507-1534 Phone: (606)231-8522
Issues: environment; economics; recreation. Description: Covers recreation, industry and the environment. Frequency: Bimonthly. Type: periodical. Source: EarthBeat.