The document discusses global hunger statistics, highlighting that approximately 1 billion people worldwide are hungry, with 2/3 living in Asia or the Pacific. It notes that hunger is the number one cause of death globally, killing more than HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis combined. The text also provides statistics on child hunger, women's vulnerability to hunger after disasters, and hunger levels in specific regions like Africa and the United States. It concludes by suggesting donating to organizations that fight hunger as a way to help address the issue.
World hunger is a complex issue with many interrelated causes and wide-ranging effects. The document summarizes that chronic hunger, or food insecurity, is caused by factors like poverty, war, environmental degradation, and discrimination. This leads to high rates of infant and child mortality as well as increased susceptibility to disease. Efforts to address hunger occur at many levels, from food assistance programs in the United States and Kansas to the large-scale emergency food distribution done by the World Food Programme.
The document discusses US food aid and its impact on hunger in developing nations. It notes that while the US provides over half of global food aid, it is still failing to meet UN targets of 0.7% of GNI. While US aid helps address immediate hunger needs, more needs to be done to support agricultural development and make trade accessible to reduce long-term hunger through self-sufficiency. The document argues that US aid needs reforms to have more lasting impacts on ending hunger globally.
The global rate of obesity has risen exponentially due to unhealthy Western diets spreading and replacing traditional healthy diets in many countries. Obesity leads to increased risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and hypertension, and has become a global epidemic responsible for as many deaths in Africa as HIV/AIDS. While obesity is preventable through diet, more needs to be done to promote healthy options from fast food chains and reduce consumption of unhealthy foods driving weight gain worldwide.
AEJMC: Washington Women Catherine East & Vera GlaserKimberly Voss
This document summarizes the work of Catherine East and Vera Glaser in advocating for women's rights in Washington in the 1960s-1970s. It discusses how they challenged the lack of women in presidential appointments, collaborated to educate politicians on inequities facing women, created lists of potential female candidates, used media like newspapers to spread their message and advocate for issues like equal rights and access to abortion, worked behind the scenes to influence policy changes, and helped create key organizations like the National Organization for Women. Their efforts helped raise awareness of women's issues and push for greater representation and equality.
The Vietnam War took place from 1965-1975 and resulted in over 58,000 American deaths. Several key figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Tim O'Brien spoke out against the war due to the suffering of soldiers and civilians. John Lennon's song "Give Peace a Chance" called for an end to the fighting. Images from the war showed dead bodies and people fleeing explosions, highlighting the human cost of the conflict.
The GI Bill of 1944 transformed higher education in the United States by providing tuition assistance and living expenses to millions of veterans, allowing nearly half of college enrollments by 1947 to be veterans. In contrast to the pre-war period where only 10-15% of Americans attended college, over 2 million veterans received college educations in the decade following World War II thanks to the GI Bill. By the 2000s, over 2.6 million veterans had returned from wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, with many struggling to readjust to civilian life and find work or continue their education. The post-9/11 GI Bill expanded benefits to better support veterans and their families.
The document discusses global hunger statistics, highlighting that approximately 1 billion people worldwide are hungry, with 2/3 living in Asia or the Pacific. It notes that hunger is the number one cause of death globally, killing more than HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis combined. The text also provides statistics on child hunger, women's vulnerability to hunger after disasters, and hunger levels in specific regions like Africa and the United States. It concludes by suggesting donating to organizations that fight hunger as a way to help address the issue.
World hunger is a complex issue with many interrelated causes and wide-ranging effects. The document summarizes that chronic hunger, or food insecurity, is caused by factors like poverty, war, environmental degradation, and discrimination. This leads to high rates of infant and child mortality as well as increased susceptibility to disease. Efforts to address hunger occur at many levels, from food assistance programs in the United States and Kansas to the large-scale emergency food distribution done by the World Food Programme.
The document discusses US food aid and its impact on hunger in developing nations. It notes that while the US provides over half of global food aid, it is still failing to meet UN targets of 0.7% of GNI. While US aid helps address immediate hunger needs, more needs to be done to support agricultural development and make trade accessible to reduce long-term hunger through self-sufficiency. The document argues that US aid needs reforms to have more lasting impacts on ending hunger globally.
The global rate of obesity has risen exponentially due to unhealthy Western diets spreading and replacing traditional healthy diets in many countries. Obesity leads to increased risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and hypertension, and has become a global epidemic responsible for as many deaths in Africa as HIV/AIDS. While obesity is preventable through diet, more needs to be done to promote healthy options from fast food chains and reduce consumption of unhealthy foods driving weight gain worldwide.
AEJMC: Washington Women Catherine East & Vera GlaserKimberly Voss
This document summarizes the work of Catherine East and Vera Glaser in advocating for women's rights in Washington in the 1960s-1970s. It discusses how they challenged the lack of women in presidential appointments, collaborated to educate politicians on inequities facing women, created lists of potential female candidates, used media like newspapers to spread their message and advocate for issues like equal rights and access to abortion, worked behind the scenes to influence policy changes, and helped create key organizations like the National Organization for Women. Their efforts helped raise awareness of women's issues and push for greater representation and equality.
The Vietnam War took place from 1965-1975 and resulted in over 58,000 American deaths. Several key figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Tim O'Brien spoke out against the war due to the suffering of soldiers and civilians. John Lennon's song "Give Peace a Chance" called for an end to the fighting. Images from the war showed dead bodies and people fleeing explosions, highlighting the human cost of the conflict.
The GI Bill of 1944 transformed higher education in the United States by providing tuition assistance and living expenses to millions of veterans, allowing nearly half of college enrollments by 1947 to be veterans. In contrast to the pre-war period where only 10-15% of Americans attended college, over 2 million veterans received college educations in the decade following World War II thanks to the GI Bill. By the 2000s, over 2.6 million veterans had returned from wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, with many struggling to readjust to civilian life and find work or continue their education. The post-9/11 GI Bill expanded benefits to better support veterans and their families.
2019 Ambassador Leaders Community Action Plan - L.I.F.E.Ambassador Leaders
This document outlines an initiative to address problems in education globally by providing students with life skills and career guidance. It discusses high youth unemployment and skills gaps worldwide. Specific issues are highlighted for Uruguay, China, Cuba, and Canada. The initiative's mission is to lay the foundation for students' futures by exposing them to career opportunities and helping them find work aligned with their passions. The vision is to provide an online and hands-on service available worldwide to teach fundamental life skills. People are encouraged to get involved by challenging themselves and proving their skills and interest in education.
2019 Ambassador Leaders Community Action Plan - Pollution SolutionAmbassador Leaders
Group 8 presented a plan to create a website and student clubs to raise awareness about air pollution. Their goals are to educate students on air pollution and encourage renewable energy adoption. The website would provide information and suggest club activities like composting and encouraging renewable resources. Partners like Coalition for Clean Air would help fund the website and club events. Individual actions like using solar power and electric vehicles can also reduce air pollution. The group aims to inspire students to become part of the solution through education and initiatives in their communities.
2019 Ambassador Leaders Community Action Plan - Dazzling DozenAmbassador Leaders
This document discusses supporting art programs in schools. It provides statistics showing that art programs are being cut from many schools due to budget cuts. Research shows that art programs benefit students by expanding their minds and increasing attendance and graduation rates. The document proposes advocating for art programs by talking to school administrators and local arts organizations, fundraising to support school art supplies and programs, and donating to help schools and students in need. It lists several nonprofit organizations that support art, music, theatre and arts education. The overall goal is to better integrate the arts into education and society.
2019 Ambassador Leaders Community Action Plan - Rise Up! Ambassador Leaders
This document outlines plans to start a nonprofit organization to provide food to low-income families. The organization's vision is to give struggling families reliable access to nutritious food through a collection program where kids participate after school every other day. An action plan details securing space, researching funding sources, creating eligibility criteria, and obtaining food supplies. Potential roadblocks like lack of support, funds and resources are addressed. The document encourages volunteers and donations to accomplish the goal of feeding those in need in the local community.
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, and GDPR: Best Practices for Implementation and...PECB
Denis is a dynamic and results-driven Chief Information Officer (CIO) with a distinguished career spanning information systems analysis and technical project management. With a proven track record of spearheading the design and delivery of cutting-edge Information Management solutions, he has consistently elevated business operations, streamlined reporting functions, and maximized process efficiency.
Certified as an ISO/IEC 27001: Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) Lead Implementer, Data Protection Officer, and Cyber Risks Analyst, Denis brings a heightened focus on data security, privacy, and cyber resilience to every endeavor.
His expertise extends across a diverse spectrum of reporting, database, and web development applications, underpinned by an exceptional grasp of data storage and virtualization technologies. His proficiency in application testing, database administration, and data cleansing ensures seamless execution of complex projects.
What sets Denis apart is his comprehensive understanding of Business and Systems Analysis technologies, honed through involvement in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). From meticulous requirements gathering to precise analysis, innovative design, rigorous development, thorough testing, and successful implementation, he has consistently delivered exceptional results.
Throughout his career, he has taken on multifaceted roles, from leading technical project management teams to owning solutions that drive operational excellence. His conscientious and proactive approach is unwavering, whether he is working independently or collaboratively within a team. His ability to connect with colleagues on a personal level underscores his commitment to fostering a harmonious and productive workplace environment.
Date: May 29, 2024
Tags: Information Security, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, Artificial Intelligence, GDPR
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2019 Ambassador Leaders Community Action Plan - L.I.F.E.Ambassador Leaders
This document outlines an initiative to address problems in education globally by providing students with life skills and career guidance. It discusses high youth unemployment and skills gaps worldwide. Specific issues are highlighted for Uruguay, China, Cuba, and Canada. The initiative's mission is to lay the foundation for students' futures by exposing them to career opportunities and helping them find work aligned with their passions. The vision is to provide an online and hands-on service available worldwide to teach fundamental life skills. People are encouraged to get involved by challenging themselves and proving their skills and interest in education.
2019 Ambassador Leaders Community Action Plan - Pollution SolutionAmbassador Leaders
Group 8 presented a plan to create a website and student clubs to raise awareness about air pollution. Their goals are to educate students on air pollution and encourage renewable energy adoption. The website would provide information and suggest club activities like composting and encouraging renewable resources. Partners like Coalition for Clean Air would help fund the website and club events. Individual actions like using solar power and electric vehicles can also reduce air pollution. The group aims to inspire students to become part of the solution through education and initiatives in their communities.
2019 Ambassador Leaders Community Action Plan - Dazzling DozenAmbassador Leaders
This document discusses supporting art programs in schools. It provides statistics showing that art programs are being cut from many schools due to budget cuts. Research shows that art programs benefit students by expanding their minds and increasing attendance and graduation rates. The document proposes advocating for art programs by talking to school administrators and local arts organizations, fundraising to support school art supplies and programs, and donating to help schools and students in need. It lists several nonprofit organizations that support art, music, theatre and arts education. The overall goal is to better integrate the arts into education and society.
2019 Ambassador Leaders Community Action Plan - Rise Up! Ambassador Leaders
This document outlines plans to start a nonprofit organization to provide food to low-income families. The organization's vision is to give struggling families reliable access to nutritious food through a collection program where kids participate after school every other day. An action plan details securing space, researching funding sources, creating eligibility criteria, and obtaining food supplies. Potential roadblocks like lack of support, funds and resources are addressed. The document encourages volunteers and donations to accomplish the goal of feeding those in need in the local community.
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, and GDPR: Best Practices for Implementation and...PECB
Denis is a dynamic and results-driven Chief Information Officer (CIO) with a distinguished career spanning information systems analysis and technical project management. With a proven track record of spearheading the design and delivery of cutting-edge Information Management solutions, he has consistently elevated business operations, streamlined reporting functions, and maximized process efficiency.
Certified as an ISO/IEC 27001: Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) Lead Implementer, Data Protection Officer, and Cyber Risks Analyst, Denis brings a heightened focus on data security, privacy, and cyber resilience to every endeavor.
His expertise extends across a diverse spectrum of reporting, database, and web development applications, underpinned by an exceptional grasp of data storage and virtualization technologies. His proficiency in application testing, database administration, and data cleansing ensures seamless execution of complex projects.
What sets Denis apart is his comprehensive understanding of Business and Systems Analysis technologies, honed through involvement in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). From meticulous requirements gathering to precise analysis, innovative design, rigorous development, thorough testing, and successful implementation, he has consistently delivered exceptional results.
Throughout his career, he has taken on multifaceted roles, from leading technical project management teams to owning solutions that drive operational excellence. His conscientious and proactive approach is unwavering, whether he is working independently or collaboratively within a team. His ability to connect with colleagues on a personal level underscores his commitment to fostering a harmonious and productive workplace environment.
Date: May 29, 2024
Tags: Information Security, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, Artificial Intelligence, GDPR
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This presentation was provided by Rebecca Benner, Ph.D., of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, for the second session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session Two: 'Expanding Pathways to Publishing Careers,' was held June 13, 2024.
This document provides an overview of wound healing, its functions, stages, mechanisms, factors affecting it, and complications.
A wound is a break in the integrity of the skin or tissues, which may be associated with disruption of the structure and function.
Healing is the body’s response to injury in an attempt to restore normal structure and functions.
Healing can occur in two ways: Regeneration and Repair
There are 4 phases of wound healing: hemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling. This document also describes the mechanism of wound healing. Factors that affect healing include infection, uncontrolled diabetes, poor nutrition, age, anemia, the presence of foreign bodies, etc.
Complications of wound healing like infection, hyperpigmentation of scar, contractures, and keloid formation.
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering.pptxDenish Jangid
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering
Syllabus
Chapter-1
Introduction to objective, scope and outcome the subject
Chapter 2
Introduction: Scope and Specialization of Civil Engineering, Role of civil Engineer in Society, Impact of infrastructural development on economy of country.
Chapter 3
Surveying: Object Principles & Types of Surveying; Site Plans, Plans & Maps; Scales & Unit of different Measurements.
Linear Measurements: Instruments used. Linear Measurement by Tape, Ranging out Survey Lines and overcoming Obstructions; Measurements on sloping ground; Tape corrections, conventional symbols. Angular Measurements: Instruments used; Introduction to Compass Surveying, Bearings and Longitude & Latitude of a Line, Introduction to total station.
Levelling: Instrument used Object of levelling, Methods of levelling in brief, and Contour maps.
Chapter 4
Buildings: Selection of site for Buildings, Layout of Building Plan, Types of buildings, Plinth area, carpet area, floor space index, Introduction to building byelaws, concept of sun light & ventilation. Components of Buildings & their functions, Basic concept of R.C.C., Introduction to types of foundation
Chapter 5
Transportation: Introduction to Transportation Engineering; Traffic and Road Safety: Types and Characteristics of Various Modes of Transportation; Various Road Traffic Signs, Causes of Accidents and Road Safety Measures.
Chapter 6
Environmental Engineering: Environmental Pollution, Environmental Acts and Regulations, Functional Concepts of Ecology, Basics of Species, Biodiversity, Ecosystem, Hydrological Cycle; Chemical Cycles: Carbon, Nitrogen & Phosphorus; Energy Flow in Ecosystems.
Water Pollution: Water Quality standards, Introduction to Treatment & Disposal of Waste Water. Reuse and Saving of Water, Rain Water Harvesting. Solid Waste Management: Classification of Solid Waste, Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Solid. Recycling of Solid Waste: Energy Recovery, Sanitary Landfill, On-Site Sanitation. Air & Noise Pollution: Primary and Secondary air pollutants, Harmful effects of Air Pollution, Control of Air Pollution. . Noise Pollution Harmful Effects of noise pollution, control of noise pollution, Global warming & Climate Change, Ozone depletion, Greenhouse effect
Text Books:
1. Palancharmy, Basic Civil Engineering, McGraw Hill publishers.
2. Satheesh Gopi, Basic Civil Engineering, Pearson Publishers.
3. Ketki Rangwala Dalal, Essentials of Civil Engineering, Charotar Publishing House.
4. BCP, Surveying volume 1
How to Make a Field Mandatory in Odoo 17Celine George
In Odoo, making a field required can be done through both Python code and XML views. When you set the required attribute to True in Python code, it makes the field required across all views where it's used. Conversely, when you set the required attribute in XML views, it makes the field required only in the context of that particular view.
Temple of Asclepius in Thrace. Excavation resultsKrassimira Luka
The temple and the sanctuary around were dedicated to Asklepios Zmidrenus. This name has been known since 1875 when an inscription dedicated to him was discovered in Rome. The inscription is dated in 227 AD and was left by soldiers originating from the city of Philippopolis (modern Plovdiv).
Leveraging Generative AI to Drive Nonprofit InnovationTechSoup
In this webinar, participants learned how to utilize Generative AI to streamline operations and elevate member engagement. Amazon Web Service experts provided a customer specific use cases and dived into low/no-code tools that are quick and easy to deploy through Amazon Web Service (AWS.)
Philippine Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan (EPP) CurriculumMJDuyan
(𝐓𝐋𝐄 𝟏𝟎𝟎) (𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝟏)-𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐬
𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐏𝐏 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐮𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬:
- Understand the goals and objectives of the Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan (EPP) curriculum, recognizing its importance in fostering practical life skills and values among students. Students will also be able to identify the key components and subjects covered, such as agriculture, home economics, industrial arts, and information and communication technology.
𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫:
-Define entrepreneurship, distinguishing it from general business activities by emphasizing its focus on innovation, risk-taking, and value creation. Students will describe the characteristics and traits of successful entrepreneurs, including their roles and responsibilities, and discuss the broader economic and social impacts of entrepreneurial activities on both local and global scales.
The chapter Lifelines of National Economy in Class 10 Geography focuses on the various modes of transportation and communication that play a vital role in the economic development of a country. These lifelines are crucial for the movement of goods, services, and people, thereby connecting different regions and promoting economic activities.
How to Setup Warehouse & Location in Odoo 17 InventoryCeline George
In this slide, we'll explore how to set up warehouses and locations in Odoo 17 Inventory. This will help us manage our stock effectively, track inventory levels, and streamline warehouse operations.
2. Who suffers from
suicide
1- at least 1 million people go suicide
each year
2- Approximately 3,000 people die
from suicide each day
3. Where do people
suffer from suicide
1 -Arkansas has the most people
to commit suicide in the U.S.A
2- Guyana has the most people in
the world who commit suicide
4. The top 10 reasons people commit
suicide is because war,
loneliness,mental illness, sexual abuse,
physical abuse, Genetics, family
history, unemployment,chronic pain,
and financial problems.
The top 10 reasons people
commit suicide