How to activate people for change? UX for Good is an initiative born in 2011 to use designer to create meaningful change tackling social challenges.
In 2014 the project tackled Rwanda's Genocide and from the research extracted the Inzovu Curve, a model to leverage emotions to create action.
Distributed companies and organizations are getting more visibility nowadays, but how does it work in practice, day to day, to design while being remote? And what are the differences with intensive design sessions in the same space, with limited time? Which one is better?
In this talk you are going to see two examples of teamwork at two extremes of space and time. On one side you will learn how the fully distributed company Automattic, works to build WordPress.com. This collaboration was organized through the lenses of Hyperion, one of the product teams. On the other side, you will discover the story of UX for Good, a non-profit social project. It brought together 10 top designers from across the globe to a 6 days full immersion.
Talk done for the first time at UX Lausanne.
For more insights:
https://developer.wordpress.com/calypso/
http://www.uxforgood.com/
In this talk you'll see how one of Automattic's team, Hyperion, worked to bring to life the first version of the Theme Showcase for the Calypso modern infrastructure — open-sourced in 2015.
In this talk I'll outline how Hyperion, one of the Automattic teams working on WordPress.com, tackled one of the milestones that made the new design and framework Calypso possible.
Automattic is a fully distributed company, so you'll get insights on how it works and some principles you can borrow to make your own remote or distributed teams work.
This talk was presented at Culturevist (London) and World IA Day (Rome).
More about Calypso:
https://developer.wordpress.com/calypso/
WordCamp SF 2014 talk on the foundational principles of personas in design and development and a simple way to setup a WordPress site to support their diffusion.
The motivational model (competition, excellence, curiosity, affection) is a simple but effective way to frame the social dynamics of brands and can be used to assess and create proper cross-media strategies.
This is the updated version of my previous talk on the subject. It was presented at Swipe Summit 2016 (Dublin).
Videos:
. Nike: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2JnYcuRW_qo
. GE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6tAgUcuNN0
. Coca Cola: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-A-7H4aOhq0
How can focus help our business, our teams, ourselves? This presentation disassembles the difficulty we have in achieving various kinds of focus (vision, goal, users, pragmatism, attention, calm) and gives practical tips on how to approach and improve each of them.
This talk was originally prepared for ThemeConf (themeconf.com) and From the Front (2015.fromthefront.it).
This is the updated version of my successful Interaction 14 talk: http://www.slideshare.net/folletto/the-shift-ux-designers-as-business-consultants
UX is a broad field and designers are increasingly playing a strategic role in many companies. Be that designer.
Businesses are increasingly adopting user-centered approaches to create experiences, moving UX design to be one of the core activities driving the company strategy and operations.
This is an incredibly valuable opportunity that we designers can take to step up and contribute to create the great experiences and services they envision, taking our vision, tools and understanding to a different level. But we need to learn the new skills to play at this table, a table that's often speaking a different language with a lot of politics and different stakeholders.
Distributed companies and organizations are getting more visibility nowadays, but how does it work in practice, day to day, to design while being remote? And what are the differences with intensive design sessions in the same space, with limited time? Which one is better?
In this talk you are going to see two examples of teamwork at two extremes of space and time. On one side you will learn how the fully distributed company Automattic, works to build WordPress.com. This collaboration was organized through the lenses of Hyperion, one of the product teams. On the other side, you will discover the story of UX for Good, a non-profit social project. It brought together 10 top designers from across the globe to a 6 days full immersion.
Talk done for the first time at UX Lausanne.
For more insights:
https://developer.wordpress.com/calypso/
http://www.uxforgood.com/
In this talk you'll see how one of Automattic's team, Hyperion, worked to bring to life the first version of the Theme Showcase for the Calypso modern infrastructure — open-sourced in 2015.
In this talk I'll outline how Hyperion, one of the Automattic teams working on WordPress.com, tackled one of the milestones that made the new design and framework Calypso possible.
Automattic is a fully distributed company, so you'll get insights on how it works and some principles you can borrow to make your own remote or distributed teams work.
This talk was presented at Culturevist (London) and World IA Day (Rome).
More about Calypso:
https://developer.wordpress.com/calypso/
WordCamp SF 2014 talk on the foundational principles of personas in design and development and a simple way to setup a WordPress site to support their diffusion.
The motivational model (competition, excellence, curiosity, affection) is a simple but effective way to frame the social dynamics of brands and can be used to assess and create proper cross-media strategies.
This is the updated version of my previous talk on the subject. It was presented at Swipe Summit 2016 (Dublin).
Videos:
. Nike: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2JnYcuRW_qo
. GE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6tAgUcuNN0
. Coca Cola: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-A-7H4aOhq0
How can focus help our business, our teams, ourselves? This presentation disassembles the difficulty we have in achieving various kinds of focus (vision, goal, users, pragmatism, attention, calm) and gives practical tips on how to approach and improve each of them.
This talk was originally prepared for ThemeConf (themeconf.com) and From the Front (2015.fromthefront.it).
This is the updated version of my successful Interaction 14 talk: http://www.slideshare.net/folletto/the-shift-ux-designers-as-business-consultants
UX is a broad field and designers are increasingly playing a strategic role in many companies. Be that designer.
Businesses are increasingly adopting user-centered approaches to create experiences, moving UX design to be one of the core activities driving the company strategy and operations.
This is an incredibly valuable opportunity that we designers can take to step up and contribute to create the great experiences and services they envision, taking our vision, tools and understanding to a different level. But we need to learn the new skills to play at this table, a table that's often speaking a different language with a lot of politics and different stakeholders.
Genlites Talk - call for environmental awareness - CNUJoris Claeys
LIFE, LAND and WATER
Preserve and protect the environment with the youth as earth warriors!
UN Sustainable Development Goals
Take action against climate change!
Help preserve life for the future generations to come!
Learning nature’s principles
Innovating with nature!
We cannot keep ignoring!
Humanity needs to thrive & progress in balance & harmony with NATURE!
Sustainability is a journey! Not a destination!
Practice the 5P’s of sustainable thrivability!
“You can never solve a problem on the level on which it was created” – Albert Einstein
co-realize the walk
walking the talk
living the walk
dancing the path
Be involved, Be engaged!
Speaking engagement at
Genlites Talk - Generalistang Normalites Organization 2016-2017
College Of Teacher Education - Bachelor of Elementary Education - Major in General Education
CNU - Cebu Normal University
For speaking and coaching engagements, contact me via ExpertFile or LinkedIn
www.expertfile.com/experts/joris.claeys
www.linkedin.com/in/knowledgenabler
You can request this presentation in PDF or PPT with full animation email at
Joris.Claeys@outlook.com
Heartfulness Magazine August 2017 Issuesheartfulness
In this issue, as well as our regular articles we focus on the evolving new paradigm for education in the 21st century- where are we headed? In an exclusive interview, Swami Shantatmananda shares as empowering vision for all children. Victor Kannan shares an insight into the role of teachers in the new paradigm, and Daaji continues his march to freedom, hinting at the real purpose of education.
It is a privilege to present our annual report to you. We have had another incredible year of Change Agent Magic - contributing our special puzzle piece to crime prevention and diversion in our beautiful South Africa.
It moves my soul to experience how those we journey with allow themselves the experience of awakening to more of themselves and a deeper sense of purpose. I often say to our students:
>>Do not underestimate the ripple of your awakening<<
We experience its heartwarming impact on how we live and (un)learn together. A living and (un)learning that is authentic and kind… that is generous… that is honest and transparent… that stretches and encourages… that heals our wounds and edits our old stories. It is a living and (un)learning that allows the student their own unique path… also the tough patches! There is nothing more liberating than >>walking the plank<< of a perception!
Come with me. Experience the unique unfolding of a Change Agent Journey. Students awakening to their inner coach, healer and guide and firing up their entrepreneurial spirit all while assisting and guiding others to do the same.
In Gratitude
Karina Andersen
Founder | SmilingOne
Paroma Enterprises Limited Uganda for the last 5 years have been promoting practical entrepreneurship mainly extending practical and business skills to emerging, potential and existing entrepreneurs whereby through their services over 50,000 people have benefited with their services.
However most of the beneficiaries have been coming to their centers for the services and concentration being mainly in the Central Region.
According to the research made by this team, we realized even people in upcountry districts need these services so that they create alternative sources of income, acquire new skills in modern Agricultural projects, value addition, industrial processing, resources utilization, modern trade & general trade, international trade requirements, branding, sales & marketing for the sake of jobs creation, control of rural urban migration and encouragement of rural technological development.
This project covers all sectors in Micro, Small, Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Uganda and East Africa.
Topics during this Programme:
• Introduction to Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME)
• Hands on/Basics of Practical Entrepreneurship and MSME management)
• Import and Export trade – The market requirements
• Introduction to all locally productive small and medium scale projects
• Resources identification and possible utilization for jobs creation
• Social responsibility and Co-existence
• Environmental protection and development
• Information on the current Uganda Government interventions/incentives for MSME
• Guide on industrial possible projects on small and medium scale
• Career match
• Self-help groups formation/CSOs/NGOs/CBO/Societies/Foundations
• Legalities
• Entrepreneurship Development, Customer care, Entrepreneurial Competencies, Entrepreneurship process, Legal Issues in Business, Formulating Business Plan
NOTE: We specialize in Industrial trainings, Modern Agricultural Skills transfer, Value addition, Resources Identification & utilization, Export & Import information/International trade, Local assorted MSMEs/projects, Branding, sales & Marketing.
Some wise and intellectual educators have already realized the importance of the environment and introduced numerous educational courses to create awareness among people from the young age and prepare them to help cure mother earth. Moreover, to bring forward such institutions which are educating pupils to be environmental leaders of tomorrow and help them protect the earth, we have come up with our special edition on “The 10 Best Green Schools in America 2018.”
To bring forward such institutions which are educating pupils to be environmental leaders of tomorrow and help them protect the earth, we have come up with our special edition on “The 10 Best Green Schools in America 2018.
Humanitarian Intervention at the Global LevelDr. Chris Stout
It was a wonderful day and opportunity to keynote the Commencement of an amazing group of newly minted psychologists in Pasadena.
It was a humbling moment to be bestowed with an honorary doctoral degree from The Chicago School as well!
If you'd like a copy of the address you came to the right spot!
Leaders in diverse professions from all seven continents asked themselves, “If I could turn back time, knowing what I know now, what would I tell my teenage self?” From their words of wisdom, this book came to life. The purpose of this book is to inspire our youth and prepare them for tomorrow. This is a time when they need it, and we need them. Written by Todd Tukey and Nazanin Weck, the digital book is free. Please share it with youth around the world.
STOP TEACHING SUBJECTS, START TEACHING CHILDREN (July 13)Mann Rentoy
WWW.CHARACTERCONFERENCES.COM
mannrentoy@gmail.com
About Mann Rentoy
A lecturer from the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P), he has taught for more than 30 years.
He is a graduate of the University of Santo Tomas (UST) where he earned a double-degree in AB Journalism and AB Literature, an MA in Creative Writing, and a PhD in Literature.
He was the Founding Executive Director of Westbridge School in Iloilo City. He was in the first batch of graduates of PAREF Southridge School, where he also taught for 15 years, occupying various posts including Principal of Intermediate School, Vice-Principal of High School and Department Head of Religion. As Moderator of “The Ridge”, the official publication of Southridge, he won 9 trophies from the Catholic Mass Media Awards including the first ever Hall of Fame for Student Publication, for winning as the best campus paper in the country for four consecutive years.
He is the Founding Executive Director of “Character Education Partnership Philippines”, or CEP Philippines, an international affiliate of CEP in Washington, DC, USA. As Founder of CEP Philippines, he has been invited to speak all over the country, as well as in Washington D.C., San Diego, California, USA, Colombo, Sri Lanka, and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. He also serves as the Founding President of Center for 4th and 5th Rs (Respect & Responsibility) Asia, otherwise known as the Thomas Lickona Institute for Asia. He is probably the most visible advocate of character formation in the country, having spoken to hundreds of schools and universities around the Philippines.
Email us at catalystpds@gmail.com
www.characterconferences.com
These are the final slides of the Thought Diversity hothouse event which took place on Wednesday, 14 January 2015. The slides explain how the day unfolded, explain Thought Diversity, offer background to NHS IQ and NHS Confederation's commitment to using its principles with the Five Year Forward View, and how anyone can take the principles to their own practice or organisation. Thought Diversity is not a national programme.
“I Am Malala Young Readers Edition” serves as the basis of a multimedia curriculum that opens discussions of diversity, women’s and girls’ rights, and the power of education to change the world. It utilizes an integrated approach to literacy and uses authentic materials and examples of authentic speech. Presented at the Michigan Teachers of English to Students of Other Languages, October 2016 conference at the University of Michigan - Flint.
Video: http://bit.ly/fol-fdbk
Feedback is commonly perceived as something that everyone is able to do – who doesn’t have an opinion? However, it’s also very easy to give bad feedback: we all know it when we are on the receiving end. This gets more and more evident when the team grows from two people to a whole company.
Feedback thus becomes a critical skill that can be learned, improved, and mastered. Good feedback skills can improve the quality of the teamwork and the result by a large margin, while bad feedback can grind any team to a halt with confusion if not worse.
This talk will give insights, challenge myths, and provide practical ideas. How can we improve ourselves? How can we plan good feedback in groups?
Working remotely has many benefits but also some obvious and non-obvious challenges. Discussions about remote work also often tend to be generic, however each discipline require its own kind of variations, and design isn’t different.
A lot of the tools available to designers are meant to be used in person, but what if we happen to work remotely, or we want to switch a product team to being remote? How to build trust, gather feedback and craft a unified vision? This talk takes inspiration from some of the practices of Automattic’s teams to overcome some of the unique challenges of remote working.
These solutions will also be beneficial to any designer who desires to engage with open source projects, as they are by definition remote.
This talk was done the first time at WordCamp Brighton 2017.
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LIFE, LAND and WATER
Preserve and protect the environment with the youth as earth warriors!
UN Sustainable Development Goals
Take action against climate change!
Help preserve life for the future generations to come!
Learning nature’s principles
Innovating with nature!
We cannot keep ignoring!
Humanity needs to thrive & progress in balance & harmony with NATURE!
Sustainability is a journey! Not a destination!
Practice the 5P’s of sustainable thrivability!
“You can never solve a problem on the level on which it was created” – Albert Einstein
co-realize the walk
walking the talk
living the walk
dancing the path
Be involved, Be engaged!
Speaking engagement at
Genlites Talk - Generalistang Normalites Organization 2016-2017
College Of Teacher Education - Bachelor of Elementary Education - Major in General Education
CNU - Cebu Normal University
For speaking and coaching engagements, contact me via ExpertFile or LinkedIn
www.expertfile.com/experts/joris.claeys
www.linkedin.com/in/knowledgenabler
You can request this presentation in PDF or PPT with full animation email at
Joris.Claeys@outlook.com
Heartfulness Magazine August 2017 Issuesheartfulness
In this issue, as well as our regular articles we focus on the evolving new paradigm for education in the 21st century- where are we headed? In an exclusive interview, Swami Shantatmananda shares as empowering vision for all children. Victor Kannan shares an insight into the role of teachers in the new paradigm, and Daaji continues his march to freedom, hinting at the real purpose of education.
It is a privilege to present our annual report to you. We have had another incredible year of Change Agent Magic - contributing our special puzzle piece to crime prevention and diversion in our beautiful South Africa.
It moves my soul to experience how those we journey with allow themselves the experience of awakening to more of themselves and a deeper sense of purpose. I often say to our students:
>>Do not underestimate the ripple of your awakening<<
We experience its heartwarming impact on how we live and (un)learn together. A living and (un)learning that is authentic and kind… that is generous… that is honest and transparent… that stretches and encourages… that heals our wounds and edits our old stories. It is a living and (un)learning that allows the student their own unique path… also the tough patches! There is nothing more liberating than >>walking the plank<< of a perception!
Come with me. Experience the unique unfolding of a Change Agent Journey. Students awakening to their inner coach, healer and guide and firing up their entrepreneurial spirit all while assisting and guiding others to do the same.
In Gratitude
Karina Andersen
Founder | SmilingOne
Paroma Enterprises Limited Uganda for the last 5 years have been promoting practical entrepreneurship mainly extending practical and business skills to emerging, potential and existing entrepreneurs whereby through their services over 50,000 people have benefited with their services.
However most of the beneficiaries have been coming to their centers for the services and concentration being mainly in the Central Region.
According to the research made by this team, we realized even people in upcountry districts need these services so that they create alternative sources of income, acquire new skills in modern Agricultural projects, value addition, industrial processing, resources utilization, modern trade & general trade, international trade requirements, branding, sales & marketing for the sake of jobs creation, control of rural urban migration and encouragement of rural technological development.
This project covers all sectors in Micro, Small, Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Uganda and East Africa.
Topics during this Programme:
• Introduction to Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME)
• Hands on/Basics of Practical Entrepreneurship and MSME management)
• Import and Export trade – The market requirements
• Introduction to all locally productive small and medium scale projects
• Resources identification and possible utilization for jobs creation
• Social responsibility and Co-existence
• Environmental protection and development
• Information on the current Uganda Government interventions/incentives for MSME
• Guide on industrial possible projects on small and medium scale
• Career match
• Self-help groups formation/CSOs/NGOs/CBO/Societies/Foundations
• Legalities
• Entrepreneurship Development, Customer care, Entrepreneurial Competencies, Entrepreneurship process, Legal Issues in Business, Formulating Business Plan
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It was a wonderful day and opportunity to keynote the Commencement of an amazing group of newly minted psychologists in Pasadena.
It was a humbling moment to be bestowed with an honorary doctoral degree from The Chicago School as well!
If you'd like a copy of the address you came to the right spot!
Leaders in diverse professions from all seven continents asked themselves, “If I could turn back time, knowing what I know now, what would I tell my teenage self?” From their words of wisdom, this book came to life. The purpose of this book is to inspire our youth and prepare them for tomorrow. This is a time when they need it, and we need them. Written by Todd Tukey and Nazanin Weck, the digital book is free. Please share it with youth around the world.
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WWW.CHARACTERCONFERENCES.COM
mannrentoy@gmail.com
About Mann Rentoy
A lecturer from the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P), he has taught for more than 30 years.
He is a graduate of the University of Santo Tomas (UST) where he earned a double-degree in AB Journalism and AB Literature, an MA in Creative Writing, and a PhD in Literature.
He was the Founding Executive Director of Westbridge School in Iloilo City. He was in the first batch of graduates of PAREF Southridge School, where he also taught for 15 years, occupying various posts including Principal of Intermediate School, Vice-Principal of High School and Department Head of Religion. As Moderator of “The Ridge”, the official publication of Southridge, he won 9 trophies from the Catholic Mass Media Awards including the first ever Hall of Fame for Student Publication, for winning as the best campus paper in the country for four consecutive years.
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Email us at catalystpds@gmail.com
www.characterconferences.com
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Video: http://bit.ly/fol-fdbk
Feedback is commonly perceived as something that everyone is able to do – who doesn’t have an opinion? However, it’s also very easy to give bad feedback: we all know it when we are on the receiving end. This gets more and more evident when the team grows from two people to a whole company.
Feedback thus becomes a critical skill that can be learned, improved, and mastered. Good feedback skills can improve the quality of the teamwork and the result by a large margin, while bad feedback can grind any team to a halt with confusion if not worse.
This talk will give insights, challenge myths, and provide practical ideas. How can we improve ourselves? How can we plan good feedback in groups?
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A lot of the tools available to designers are meant to be used in person, but what if we happen to work remotely, or we want to switch a product team to being remote? How to build trust, gather feedback and craft a unified vision? This talk takes inspiration from some of the practices of Automattic’s teams to overcome some of the unique challenges of remote working.
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I did this class already multiple times at General Assembly (London, UK), TechLab (Santa Clara, CA), Santiago (Chile) and internally in my consulting job.
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This presentation was first done at ImpactON / StartupChile evening in 2015.
The knowledge of craft and processes does little to help in the day-to-day relationship with teams and clients. That's because the actual practical skills are just part of the game: there are competences that go beyond that: soft skills, sensibility, empathy, relational abilities, proactivity, etc. All of these are rarely highlighted or taught, and even less often they are used in specific tasks such as team growth or hiring.
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Presented at the Social Business Summit 2013 and Digital Shoreditch 2013.
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ZGB - The Role of Generative AI in Government transformation.pdfSaeed Al Dhaheri
This keynote was presented during the the 7th edition of the UAE Hackathon 2024. It highlights the role of AI and Generative AI in addressing government transformation to achieve zero government bureaucracy
Up the Ratios Bylaws - a Comprehensive Process of Our Organizationuptheratios
Up the Ratios is a non-profit organization dedicated to bridging the gap in STEM education for underprivileged students by providing free, high-quality learning opportunities in robotics and other STEM fields. Our mission is to empower the next generation of innovators, thinkers, and problem-solvers by offering a range of educational programs that foster curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.
At Up the Ratios, we believe that every student, regardless of their socio-economic background, should have access to the tools and knowledge needed to succeed in today's technology-driven world. To achieve this, we host a variety of free classes, workshops, summer camps, and live lectures tailored to students from underserved communities. Our programs are designed to be engaging and hands-on, allowing students to explore the exciting world of robotics and STEM through practical, real-world applications.
Our free classes cover fundamental concepts in robotics, coding, and engineering, providing students with a strong foundation in these critical areas. Through our interactive workshops, students can dive deeper into specific topics, working on projects that challenge them to apply what they've learned and think creatively. Our summer camps offer an immersive experience where students can collaborate on larger projects, develop their teamwork skills, and gain confidence in their abilities.
In addition to our local programs, Up the Ratios is committed to making a global impact. We take donations of new and gently used robotics parts, which we then distribute to students and educational institutions in other countries. These donations help ensure that young learners worldwide have the resources they need to explore and excel in STEM fields. By supporting education in this way, we aim to nurture a global community of future leaders and innovators.
Our live lectures feature guest speakers from various STEM disciplines, including engineers, scientists, and industry professionals who share their knowledge and experiences with our students. These lectures provide valuable insights into potential career paths and inspire students to pursue their passions in STEM.
Up the Ratios relies on the generosity of donors and volunteers to continue our work. Contributions of time, expertise, and financial support are crucial to sustaining our programs and expanding our reach. Whether you're an individual passionate about education, a professional in the STEM field, or a company looking to give back to the community, there are many ways to get involved and make a difference.
We are proud of the positive impact we've had on the lives of countless students, many of whom have gone on to pursue higher education and careers in STEM. By providing these young minds with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed, we are not only changing their futures but also contributing to the advancement of technology and innovation on a broader scale.
Many ways to support street children.pptxSERUDS INDIA
By raising awareness, providing support, advocating for change, and offering assistance to children in need, individuals can play a crucial role in improving the lives of street children and helping them realize their full potential
Donate Us
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What is the point of small housing associations.pptxPaul Smith
Given the small scale of housing associations and their relative high cost per home what is the point of them and how do we justify their continued existance
Presentation by Jared Jageler, David Adler, Noelia Duchovny, and Evan Herrnstadt, analysts in CBO’s Microeconomic Studies and Health Analysis Divisions, at the Association of Environmental and Resource Economists Summer Conference.
A process server is a authorized person for delivering legal documents, such as summons, complaints, subpoenas, and other court papers, to peoples involved in legal proceedings.
This session provides a comprehensive overview of the latest updates to the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (commonly known as the Uniform Guidance) outlined in the 2 CFR 200.
With a focus on the 2024 revisions issued by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), participants will gain insight into the key changes affecting federal grant recipients. The session will delve into critical regulatory updates, providing attendees with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate and comply with the evolving landscape of federal grant management.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the rationale behind the 2024 updates to the Uniform Guidance outlined in 2 CFR 200, and their implications for federal grant recipients.
- Identify the key changes and revisions introduced by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in the 2024 edition of 2 CFR 200.
- Gain proficiency in applying the updated regulations to ensure compliance with federal grant requirements and avoid potential audit findings.
- Develop strategies for effectively implementing the new guidelines within the grant management processes of their respective organizations, fostering efficiency and accountability in federal grant administration.
Russian anarchist and anti-war movement in the third year of full-scale warAntti Rautiainen
Anarchist group ANA Regensburg hosted my online-presentation on 16th of May 2024, in which I discussed tactics of anti-war activism in Russia, and reasons why the anti-war movement has not been able to make an impact to change the course of events yet. Cases of anarchists repressed for anti-war activities are presented, as well as strategies of support for political prisoners, and modest successes in supporting their struggles.
Thumbnail picture is by MediaZona, you may read their report on anti-war arson attacks in Russia here: https://en.zona.media/article/2022/10/13/burn-map
Links:
Autonomous Action
http://Avtonom.org
Anarchist Black Cross Moscow
http://Avtonom.org/abc
Solidarity Zone
https://t.me/solidarity_zone
Memorial
https://memopzk.org/, https://t.me/pzk_memorial
OVD-Info
https://en.ovdinfo.org/antiwar-ovd-info-guide
RosUznik
https://rosuznik.org/
Uznik Online
http://uznikonline.tilda.ws/
Russian Reader
https://therussianreader.com/
ABC Irkutsk
https://abc38.noblogs.org/
Send mail to prisoners from abroad:
http://Prisonmail.online
YouTube: https://youtu.be/c5nSOdU48O8
Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/libertarianlifecoach/episodes/Russian-anarchist-and-anti-war-movement-in-the-third-year-of-full-scale-war-e2k8ai4
11. CAN WE DESIGN
THE COMMON GOOD?
2011
Chicago
StreetWise · Adler School · The Third Teacher · Cease Fire · Global Lives Project
12. CAN WE ENRICH LIVES
OF WORKING MUSICIANS?
2012
New Orleans
Grammy Foundation · New Orleans Jazz Heritage F. & F. · Clinton Global Initiative · MusiCares
13. CAN WE GROW
MINDFULNESS IN SCHOOLS?
2013
Vancouver
The Dalai Lama Center for Peace + Education
14. CAN WE HARNESS FEELINGS
TO END GENOCIDE?
2014
Kigali & London
Aegis Trust
15. “
”
Jason Kunesh, Obama For America
We came together as a team
in a way that I haven’t experienced
anywhere else.
16. “
”
Marianne Prins, Van Horne Elementary School
I just witnessed
an absolute explosion of ideas.
20. CAN WE HARNESS FEELINGS
TO END GENOCIDE?
2014
Kigali & London
21.
22. – 40+ interviews with Aegis staff, locals, visitors,
educators, counselors, experts and those impacted
directly by genocide
– 500+ hours of primary and secondary research
– 90 flights completed across the world
– 3,124 post-its, flip-charts and pieces of paper
– 96 servings of french fries consumed in Rwanda
– Countless personal reflections and new friends
– 15 people forever changed
23. “In my family, we never talked about the genocide
It was too fresh in my parents’ mind”
24. And you saved the life
of the people I was planning on killing”
“You saved my life.
- Child of victims to teacher of mobile education
25. “I came back and my grandmother says,
I hope you got that Africa out of your system.
But at that moment,
I realized it was there and growing.
So I moved my family here and opened a school”
- KGM Visitor
26. “Users go through the hard part,
but then also the uplifting part
realizing some of the possibilities that are there”
- Morley Hanson, Aegis Trust
33. “
”
Prof. Dr. Tania Singer
People with a lot of empathy
want to change that to compassion
so they don't get overwhelmed when
confronted with suffering.