This newsletter provides updates from CBI (Center for Development and Innovation). It includes summaries of various trainings and workshops conducted by CBI, such as a community mobilization training for World Vision staff, a trainer certification program, and a project proposal writing workshop. It also notes an evaluation CBI conducted of a Dutch NGO consortium's relief efforts. New representatives for several international NGOs are listed. The newsletter is intended to share information among NGOs in Myanmar.
This presentation was first held at the OpenSQL Camp 2009, part of the FrOSCon conference in St. Augustin, Germany. It gives a nice overview over the project, technology and how it will progress. Find more information at http://www.blackray.org
This document discusses strategies for supporting students with emotional and behavioral disabilities as they transition from an alternative school placement back to their home schools. It provides background on common characteristics and perceptions of these students. It also outlines four major categories of support: social skills instruction, classroom management techniques, cooperative learning, and promoting positive self-image. Specific strategies are proposed under each category, such as explicitly teaching social skills, using individualized reward systems, assigning student roles in cooperative groups, and providing more praise to boost self-esteem. The goal is to help these students successfully transition back to their home schools.
The document summarizes the transition from the Association of Teachers of Japanese (ATJ) and the National Council of Japanese Language Teachers (NCJLT) consolidating into a single national organization called the American Association of Teachers of Japanese (AATJ). The key points are:
1) AATJ will provide large-scale support, a unified voice, and new opportunities for professional development for Japanese language teachers across K-16 education.
2) Operations will be streamlined under AATJ with one website, governance structure, and a new membership model where teachers pay national dues and AATJ shares revenue with local affiliates.
3) The document provides steps for local affiliates to officially join AATJ
The document discusses recent trends in academic publishing in Japan. It summarizes that two main factors driving change are competitive research funding and the world wide web. It describes how academic content is circulating on the web through three pathways: from web to book, from book to web, and from web to web. It also discusses implications for both publishers and libraries in light of these trends, such as publishers extracting new authors and content from the web and libraries needing to guide access to changing academic publishing and content landscapes.
The document provides an overview and agenda for a presentation on the BlackRay database. It summarizes BlackRay's history and capabilities, positions it relative to other projects, and outlines the team and roadmap. The presentation covers BlackRay's architecture, APIs, management features, clustering support, and roadmap for future improvements.
Cette expression est utilisée pour décrire l'intégration des machines et systèmes physiques complexes avec des capteurs en réseau et des logiciels utilisés pour prévoir, planifier et contrôler pour mieux affaires et les résultats de la société.
Les avantages de l’Internet industriel incluent la réduction des coûts d'exploitation, une efficacité opérationnelle accrue, la réduction des défauts de production et des rejets, et une productivité accrue des personnes et de la machinerie.
Here are the key points from the response:
- Random vehicle inspections at NASA facilities are conducted to check for contraband items like firearms, unlawful knives, weapons, drugs, and drug paraphernalia.
- Federal regulations prohibit the unauthorized introduction of weapons or dangerous materials on NASA property without authorization. Specifically prohibited items include firearms, explosives, incendiary devices, and other dangerous instruments or materials.
- Under California law, prohibited dangerous weapons include things like cane guns, undetectable firearms, ballistic knives, nunchucks, short-barreled shotguns, metal knuckles, etc.
So in summary, random vehicle inspections help enforce rules against bringing unauthorized weapons, explosives, drugs
This presentation was first held at the OpenSQL Camp 2009, part of the FrOSCon conference in St. Augustin, Germany. It gives a nice overview over the project, technology and how it will progress. Find more information at http://www.blackray.org
This document discusses strategies for supporting students with emotional and behavioral disabilities as they transition from an alternative school placement back to their home schools. It provides background on common characteristics and perceptions of these students. It also outlines four major categories of support: social skills instruction, classroom management techniques, cooperative learning, and promoting positive self-image. Specific strategies are proposed under each category, such as explicitly teaching social skills, using individualized reward systems, assigning student roles in cooperative groups, and providing more praise to boost self-esteem. The goal is to help these students successfully transition back to their home schools.
The document summarizes the transition from the Association of Teachers of Japanese (ATJ) and the National Council of Japanese Language Teachers (NCJLT) consolidating into a single national organization called the American Association of Teachers of Japanese (AATJ). The key points are:
1) AATJ will provide large-scale support, a unified voice, and new opportunities for professional development for Japanese language teachers across K-16 education.
2) Operations will be streamlined under AATJ with one website, governance structure, and a new membership model where teachers pay national dues and AATJ shares revenue with local affiliates.
3) The document provides steps for local affiliates to officially join AATJ
The document discusses recent trends in academic publishing in Japan. It summarizes that two main factors driving change are competitive research funding and the world wide web. It describes how academic content is circulating on the web through three pathways: from web to book, from book to web, and from web to web. It also discusses implications for both publishers and libraries in light of these trends, such as publishers extracting new authors and content from the web and libraries needing to guide access to changing academic publishing and content landscapes.
The document provides an overview and agenda for a presentation on the BlackRay database. It summarizes BlackRay's history and capabilities, positions it relative to other projects, and outlines the team and roadmap. The presentation covers BlackRay's architecture, APIs, management features, clustering support, and roadmap for future improvements.
Cette expression est utilisée pour décrire l'intégration des machines et systèmes physiques complexes avec des capteurs en réseau et des logiciels utilisés pour prévoir, planifier et contrôler pour mieux affaires et les résultats de la société.
Les avantages de l’Internet industriel incluent la réduction des coûts d'exploitation, une efficacité opérationnelle accrue, la réduction des défauts de production et des rejets, et une productivité accrue des personnes et de la machinerie.
Here are the key points from the response:
- Random vehicle inspections at NASA facilities are conducted to check for contraband items like firearms, unlawful knives, weapons, drugs, and drug paraphernalia.
- Federal regulations prohibit the unauthorized introduction of weapons or dangerous materials on NASA property without authorization. Specifically prohibited items include firearms, explosives, incendiary devices, and other dangerous instruments or materials.
- Under California law, prohibited dangerous weapons include things like cane guns, undetectable firearms, ballistic knives, nunchucks, short-barreled shotguns, metal knuckles, etc.
So in summary, random vehicle inspections help enforce rules against bringing unauthorized weapons, explosives, drugs
Buoyant aircraft such as airships are making a comeback as a means to transport cargo to remote locations with intensifying need. Airships were long ignored but now offer benefits over other modes of transport including the ability to take off and land vertically without the need for runways, as well as carry heavy loads. Safety devices from AutomationDirect provide reliable and cost-effective options to protect workers and machinery, allowing for greater protection within budget constraints. Options include safety light curtains, relays, switches and more starting at affordable prices.
The document is a magazine featuring articles on various engineering topics including:
- A CAD report on new features in SolidWorks 2015 software.
- An article on a Canadian company using simulation to reduce design iterations of exhaust systems.
- A profile of a Mississauga-based company called Temporal Power developing flywheel energy storage.
This document provides information on the use of robots on financial markets from a legal perspective. It discusses the context and perspectives on high-frequency trading (HFT) using robots. It outlines the international legal framework from organizations like IOSCO and the EU. It then describes the Swiss legal framework regulating HFT. It predicts potential evolutions regarding HFT and risks to market integrity. It concludes that HFT involves risks that regulators struggle to mitigate and prevent abuses.
More than 500,000 businesses trust Paychex to handle their payroll and human resource needs. Paychex offers accuracy, time savings, and peace of mind through their highly trained employees and personalized customer service. Their services include processing payroll, paying payroll taxes, filing tax returns, and providing customized reports.
This document provides a summary of the second report from the UN Secretary-General on the situation in Iraq pursuant to Security Council resolution 2110 (2013). Key points include:
1) Iraq witnessed deteriorating security, especially in Anbar, due to increased ISIL activity, prompting government operations against terrorists. Despite challenges, preparations continued for 30 April parliamentary elections.
2) Over 2,000 civilians were killed between November 2013-March 2014, with highest casualties in Anbar, Baghdad, Nineveh, Salahuddin and Diyala. Terrorists directly targeted civilians.
3) The UN Special Representative urged Iraqi leaders to unite against terrorism and encourage inclusive policies and democratic consolidation.
Need help applying for a grant to reduce the cost and carbon contribution from your companies business travel? Visit our website to find out how Sustrans can help www.smartersmetravel.com
Euromoney Indices is an independent team of analysts located in Edinburgh and Sofia that specializes in developing, calculating, and supporting indices across asset classes. They have over 25 years of experience in index creation and calculation. Their primary products and services include benchmark indices, calculation agent services for custom indices, and bespoke data services. Some of their flagship equity index series include the Euromoney Smaller European Companies Index Series and the Euromoney Global Mining Index Series.
"Как защитить права ребенка с ОВЗ" Руководство для родителей, ОО Ассоциация родителей детей-инвалидов (АРДИ) и Совет по правам человека при Финансовой поддержке Датского Института по правам человека
This document provides a 3-paragraph summary of the history and development of computers:
The first paragraph discusses the early origins and development of mechanical calculating devices dating back to ancient times, as well as important early pioneers like Pascal, Jacquard, and Babbage who helped develop programmable machines.
The second paragraph covers the development of modern electronic computers in the 1940s, including the first general-purpose electronic computer ENIAC. It also discusses the basic components and functions of a computer system.
The third paragraph outlines the major generations of computers, from the first generation using vacuum tubes to the second generation using transistors, as well as some of the key characteristics and limitations of early computer technology.
1. Nagoya University released its 2008 Environmental and Energy Report.
2. The report details Nagoya University's efforts to reduce CO2 emissions and energy consumption in 2008.
3. Key accomplishments included reducing total CO2 emissions by 11.0% compared to 2006 levels through energy conservation activities and use of renewable energy sources.
This weekly newsletter provides updates on local events around Fort Riley including information on:
- Upcoming events like a comedy night, pancake breakfast and Easter activities
- Links to social media pages and websites for current news and information
- Volunteer opportunities in April around the Month of the Military Child
The document is an issue of Design Engineering magazine from January/February 2014. It includes articles on various engineering topics such as additive manufacturing, motion control, automation, and Canadian engineering startups. It also contains advertisements and information on upcoming events. The cover story discusses how Canadian university research facilities partner with small and medium enterprises for commercial research and development projects.
The document discusses strategies for increasing growth and quality of incoming exchange programs in various countries.
1) Key strategies for top performing countries include establishing clear project goals, addressing safety concerns through communication, focusing projects on relevant issues, and developing long-term partnerships with NGOs.
2) Plans to manage local committee talent include monthly coaching meetings, providing quarterly trainings recorded in an online database, and implementing tools to standardize processes like visa information and project templates.
3) Increasing quality in Romania involves an "exit form" survey about sending countries and hosting local committees, then promoting high-scoring committees through national platforms and partnerships.
This document summarizes a study conducted by a team to assess knowledge of the UN Global Compact's business signatories regarding the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in China, Colombia, the Czech Republic, and Kenya. The team conducted interviews with signatories and local network representatives in these four countries. They analyzed the data using a "communities of learning" framework. Based on their findings, the team developed nine recommendations for how local networks can promote SDG awareness and encourage implementation among businesses. The recommendations include establishing working groups, amplifying SDG exposure to employees, creating a best practices repository, and strengthening local network technical expertise.
Legacoop collaborates in the Balkan region to promote cooperation. It supports over 15,000 cooperatives, generates €5.3 billion in revenue, and employs over 430,000 people. Legacoop's activities in the Balkans include providing technical assistance, supporting cooperative organizations, and fostering business collaboration to help cooperatives in the region develop and integrate internationally. The PRO.COOP project aims to strengthen Balkan cooperative associations and promote local economic development through networking and collaboration.
Buoyant aircraft such as airships are making a comeback as a means to transport cargo to remote locations with intensifying need. Airships were long ignored but now offer benefits over other modes of transport including the ability to take off and land vertically without the need for runways, as well as carry heavy loads. Safety devices from AutomationDirect provide reliable and cost-effective options to protect workers and machinery, allowing for greater protection within budget constraints. Options include safety light curtains, relays, switches and more starting at affordable prices.
The document is a magazine featuring articles on various engineering topics including:
- A CAD report on new features in SolidWorks 2015 software.
- An article on a Canadian company using simulation to reduce design iterations of exhaust systems.
- A profile of a Mississauga-based company called Temporal Power developing flywheel energy storage.
This document provides information on the use of robots on financial markets from a legal perspective. It discusses the context and perspectives on high-frequency trading (HFT) using robots. It outlines the international legal framework from organizations like IOSCO and the EU. It then describes the Swiss legal framework regulating HFT. It predicts potential evolutions regarding HFT and risks to market integrity. It concludes that HFT involves risks that regulators struggle to mitigate and prevent abuses.
More than 500,000 businesses trust Paychex to handle their payroll and human resource needs. Paychex offers accuracy, time savings, and peace of mind through their highly trained employees and personalized customer service. Their services include processing payroll, paying payroll taxes, filing tax returns, and providing customized reports.
This document provides a summary of the second report from the UN Secretary-General on the situation in Iraq pursuant to Security Council resolution 2110 (2013). Key points include:
1) Iraq witnessed deteriorating security, especially in Anbar, due to increased ISIL activity, prompting government operations against terrorists. Despite challenges, preparations continued for 30 April parliamentary elections.
2) Over 2,000 civilians were killed between November 2013-March 2014, with highest casualties in Anbar, Baghdad, Nineveh, Salahuddin and Diyala. Terrorists directly targeted civilians.
3) The UN Special Representative urged Iraqi leaders to unite against terrorism and encourage inclusive policies and democratic consolidation.
Need help applying for a grant to reduce the cost and carbon contribution from your companies business travel? Visit our website to find out how Sustrans can help www.smartersmetravel.com
Euromoney Indices is an independent team of analysts located in Edinburgh and Sofia that specializes in developing, calculating, and supporting indices across asset classes. They have over 25 years of experience in index creation and calculation. Their primary products and services include benchmark indices, calculation agent services for custom indices, and bespoke data services. Some of their flagship equity index series include the Euromoney Smaller European Companies Index Series and the Euromoney Global Mining Index Series.
"Как защитить права ребенка с ОВЗ" Руководство для родителей, ОО Ассоциация родителей детей-инвалидов (АРДИ) и Совет по правам человека при Финансовой поддержке Датского Института по правам человека
This document provides a 3-paragraph summary of the history and development of computers:
The first paragraph discusses the early origins and development of mechanical calculating devices dating back to ancient times, as well as important early pioneers like Pascal, Jacquard, and Babbage who helped develop programmable machines.
The second paragraph covers the development of modern electronic computers in the 1940s, including the first general-purpose electronic computer ENIAC. It also discusses the basic components and functions of a computer system.
The third paragraph outlines the major generations of computers, from the first generation using vacuum tubes to the second generation using transistors, as well as some of the key characteristics and limitations of early computer technology.
1. Nagoya University released its 2008 Environmental and Energy Report.
2. The report details Nagoya University's efforts to reduce CO2 emissions and energy consumption in 2008.
3. Key accomplishments included reducing total CO2 emissions by 11.0% compared to 2006 levels through energy conservation activities and use of renewable energy sources.
This weekly newsletter provides updates on local events around Fort Riley including information on:
- Upcoming events like a comedy night, pancake breakfast and Easter activities
- Links to social media pages and websites for current news and information
- Volunteer opportunities in April around the Month of the Military Child
The document is an issue of Design Engineering magazine from January/February 2014. It includes articles on various engineering topics such as additive manufacturing, motion control, automation, and Canadian engineering startups. It also contains advertisements and information on upcoming events. The cover story discusses how Canadian university research facilities partner with small and medium enterprises for commercial research and development projects.
The document discusses strategies for increasing growth and quality of incoming exchange programs in various countries.
1) Key strategies for top performing countries include establishing clear project goals, addressing safety concerns through communication, focusing projects on relevant issues, and developing long-term partnerships with NGOs.
2) Plans to manage local committee talent include monthly coaching meetings, providing quarterly trainings recorded in an online database, and implementing tools to standardize processes like visa information and project templates.
3) Increasing quality in Romania involves an "exit form" survey about sending countries and hosting local committees, then promoting high-scoring committees through national platforms and partnerships.
This document summarizes a study conducted by a team to assess knowledge of the UN Global Compact's business signatories regarding the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in China, Colombia, the Czech Republic, and Kenya. The team conducted interviews with signatories and local network representatives in these four countries. They analyzed the data using a "communities of learning" framework. Based on their findings, the team developed nine recommendations for how local networks can promote SDG awareness and encourage implementation among businesses. The recommendations include establishing working groups, amplifying SDG exposure to employees, creating a best practices repository, and strengthening local network technical expertise.
Legacoop collaborates in the Balkan region to promote cooperation. It supports over 15,000 cooperatives, generates €5.3 billion in revenue, and employs over 430,000 people. Legacoop's activities in the Balkans include providing technical assistance, supporting cooperative organizations, and fostering business collaboration to help cooperatives in the region develop and integrate internationally. The PRO.COOP project aims to strengthen Balkan cooperative associations and promote local economic development through networking and collaboration.
This document provides background context on urban revitalization efforts in Winnipeg, Manitoba. It discusses the "bulldozer" approach to urban renewal in the 1960s that cleared "slum housing" to make way for large public housing complexes like Lord Selkirk Park. It then outlines subsequent community development programs in the 1970s-1980s that emphasized physical improvements, social services, and local consultation. The first Core Area Initiative in 1981 invested $96 million into economic development, employment, housing, and community facilities in Winnipeg's inner city. Overall, the document establishes the history and approaches to urban revitalization that inform current neighborhood renewal efforts.
Development Frameworks and Methods (University of Greenwich BIT Coursework) b...Nay Linn Ko
This document provides a summary of high level requirements analysis and prioritization for a management information system for a youth charity project called Dig-it. It identifies appropriate and inappropriate requirements for a high level analysis. Appropriate high level requirements are grouped into categories like managing data entry, operating a scheduling system, and extracting reports. Additional high level requirements are identified from the case study, resulting in a complete list of 8 key requirements. These include managing projects, controlling search functions, and monitoring work assignments. Requirements will later be prioritized using MoSCoW methodology.
City Development Strategies (CDS) is one of two programs at Cities Alliance that focuses on urban poverty alleviation and good urban governance. The CDS program supports local assessments and solutions to improve opportunities for citizens and local urban governance. It involves forming stakeholder teams in cities to develop strategies through consultation and workshops. Lessons from initial cities are shared to help institutionalize the approaches in long-term planning.
The document outlines a strategic planning lab on strategic doing. It discusses the traditional linear model of strategic planning and proposes an emerging model of strategic doing that is more networked, collaborative, and focused on continuous civic engagement. The lab agenda includes examining the current state of strategic planning practice and emerging practices of strategic doing through workshops and exercises. Case studies are presented on strategic planning processes in various communities.
Front desk management system
Inventory: Room inventory management
Reservation: Online booking engine
Billing: Check in/out and billing
Report: MIS reports and analytics
CRM: Customer relationship management
Loyalty: Loyalty program management
3.5 Vision & Mission
Vision: To be the most preferred hotel management solution provider for small and
medium hotels globally.
Mission: To provide an easy to use, cost effective and feature rich hotel
management solution to help small and medium hotels run their business smoothly
and efficiently.
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Chapter 4: PROJECT OVERVIEW
4.1 Targeted Area:
The project was carried out in 6 districts of
293_ILO_Preventing trafficking in girls and young women for labor_ChinaMichael Midling
This document provides a summary of the findings and recommendations from a mid-term evaluation of the project "Preventing trafficking in girls and young women for labor exploitation within China". The project aims to eliminate labor exploitation and trafficking of girls and women in China through knowledge building, direct assistance, and policy development. The evaluation found that the project design remains relevant but identified challenges with language barriers and data collection. It also found that the project has strengthened partner capacity and contributed to policy changes. Key recommendations center on improving communication, research methods, direct services, and maintaining a focus on prevention through education and awareness raising.
Here are a few key points about living costs in Los Angeles:
- Housing costs are extremely high due to LA's desirable weather and job opportunities. The average home price is around $590,000, while average rents are $1,949 for a 1-bedroom and $2,846 for a 2-bedroom apartment.
- Transportation also presents challenges. Traffic congestion is severe, though public transit and carpool lanes provide some relief. Public transportation fares are relatively low at $1.75 per ride or $100 for a monthly pass.
- Pollution levels are a concern, as LA ranks highly for ozone and particulate pollution. This poses health risks like respiratory issues and early death. Efforts
The document is the 2017 annual report for IABC (International Association of Business Communicators). It summarizes the organization's activities and achievements in 2017 across its three strategic pillars - advancing the profession, connecting members, and developing strategic communicators. Key highlights include launching new technology like The Hub for online collaboration, growing membership offerings, expanding certification programs, increasing on-demand education through the IABC Academy, recognizing excellence through the Gold Quill Awards, refreshing the World Conference, and emphasizing ethics in the profession. The report demonstrates progress in implementing IABC's 2017-2020 strategy.
This document presents the key findings of an international panel convened by Educational Testing Service to study Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) literacy. The panel developed a framework for ICT literacy to guide the design of assessments. The framework defines ICT literacy as including both technical skills and critical cognitive skills. It also views ICT literacy as a continuum, rather than an either/or concept. The panel recommends large-scale assessments and diagnostic tests to inform policies and identify gaps in ICT literacy globally. The assessments would be based on the framework developed by the panel, which defines the domain of ICT literacy and can guide the creation of evaluation tools.
Information note Most Significant Change - Ruberto/PradhanCecilia Ruberto
This document provides information on the Most Significant Change (MSC) methodology that was used as part of the monitoring and evaluation of the SCAMPIS project in India. It discusses:
1) An overview of the MSC technique and why it was relevant for the SCAMPIS project.
2) How the MSC methodology was implemented in India, including training youth to conduct interviews, collecting stories from farmers, and conducting multiple levels of analysis.
3) Specific details on the experience using MSC under the SCAMPIS project in Odisha, India, such as training staff and youth, collecting 25 farmer interviews through video and photos, and analyzing the results.
Microfinance in China has developed in three phases from the 1990s onward:
1) Non-government groups pioneered projects in the early 1990s
2) The government began taking interest in microfinance in the late 1990s
3) State-owned rural banks financed $13 billion for microfinance programs through Rural Credit Cooperatives starting in 2001.
PlaNet Finance has played a key role in developing the Chinese microfinance sector by providing technical assistance and training to various organizations, supporting financial inclusion efforts, and building capacity for microfinance institutions.
This initiative in Orissa, India involves citizens tracking the delivery of social security entitlements using a mobile phone-based monitoring system. Over 46,000 households in 47 villages are able to monitor on a monthly basis their entitlements such as food rations, pensions for widows and elderly, and wages under an employment guarantee program. This real-time tracking by citizens has resulted in over 1,300 poor households gaining access to food rations, nearly 900 widows and elderly receiving monthly pensions, and over 12,000 families receiving timely wages for work. It has also identified duplicate or bogus ration cards, improving the targeting of benefits. By empowering citizens to monitor entitlements, this initiative has helped improve access to crucial social protections
Knowledge Compendium (India Backbone) chage march 2015Alok Sinha
This document introduces the IndiaWorks High Five! model for enabling stakeholders to work together collaboratively. The model is based on the Capacity WORKS framework developed by GIZ to address complex development challenges through multi-stakeholder cooperation rather than traditional hierarchical organizations.
The IndiaWorks model focuses on shaping cooperation systems rather than organizations through five elements: shared purpose and objectives, stakeholder alignment, a joint steering structure, systematic collaborative processes, and accelerating learning. Tools and examples from GIZ projects demonstrate how to establish shared goals and understanding, define roles and responsibilities, develop action plans and monitoring, and build skills for cooperation. The model provides an operating system to help practitioners convert contention into collaboration and confusion into coordination.
The GCDP is an international volunteer program through AIESEC that allows young people to gain leadership skills and experience positive social impact. Volunteers work with organizations on community development projects for 6-78 weeks. The program provides cross-cultural experience, opportunities for personal growth, and tools for creating societal change. Host organizations benefit from volunteers' work on projects, initiatives, and community impact. Participant selection, project implementation, and documentation are managed through AIESEC's system.
The document is an internship report submitted by Mahbuba Akhtary to their senior lecturer at BRAC University. The report details Mahbuba's 2-month internship at the Investment Corporation of Bangladesh (ICB) where they analyzed job satisfaction among employees. Key findings included that employee satisfaction depends on how well they can perform their job and how they are treated, and that while more facilities may help, ultimately the employee is responsible for their own satisfaction.
The client is the London borough of Redbridge, whose current administration prioritizes increasing recycling. Redbridge has initiatives like rewarding flats that recycle the most with money. The brief for a student video project is informal but focuses on a social issue like recycling. The purpose of social action projects is to raise awareness of issues and bring communities together to create solutions. Students will gain experience in skills like filming, directing, writing and research by creating a documentary video about recycling in Redbridge.
This document provides background information on Myanmar/Burma and discusses the human rights situation and role of religions following political events in September/October 2007. It outlines that Myanmar has been under military dictatorship for 40 years, suspending the constitution in 1988. The Christian churches, which are a small minority, suffer restrictions and surveillance. In September 2007, peaceful demonstrations led by Buddhist monks calling for democracy were violently suppressed by the military government. The document examines the response of churches to these events and challenges for supporting Myanmar's transition to democracy.
This document provides guidance on how to coordinate an effective campaign for change. It begins by defining what a campaign is and who can be considered an activist. A campaign is a coordinated effort by a team of campaigners to enact positive change. An activist is someone who advocates for change by recognizing problems and working towards solutions.
The document then discusses the difference between campaigning and raising awareness, noting that the goal of most campaigns is to enact real change, not just raise awareness. It emphasizes the importance of having clear goals and strategies.
The rest of the document outlines the subsequent chapters, which will provide guidance on developing a campaign strategy, effective communication, marketing, utilizing media, organizing events, and ultimately achieving the campaign's
The WJP Rule of Law Index is a new quantitative assessment tool designed to provide a comprehensive picture of the extent to which countries adhere to the rule of law in practice. It examines practical situations that may affect ordinary people's daily lives, such as access to public services without bribery. The Index provides data on 10 dimensions of the rule of law, including limited government powers, absence of corruption, and access to justice. These dimensions are further broken down into 49 sub-factors. The Index rankings and scores are based on data from a global public opinion poll and expert questionnaires in 35 countries so far. The Index aims to measure rule of law in practice rather than just in theory.
This document provides an overview of Twitter and its potential usefulness as a dating site. It describes Twitter as a microblogging platform that allows users to post brief messages called tweets. The brevity of tweets fosters conversational engagement between users. While initially unclear in purpose, upgrades allowing users to follow specific accounts they select have increased Twitter's social networking functionality and made it possible to attract followers. The document suggests Twitter shows promise for meeting potential romantic partners.
Google Buzz is Google's new social networking service integrated with Gmail accounts. It allows users to easily share updates, photos, videos and links with their Gmail contacts. The document provides instructions on setting up a Google Buzz profile, connecting other social media accounts, finding people to follow and begin interacting on Google Buzz. It recommends being active and providing valuable content to gain followers on the new platform.
This document provides an overview of social media and how to effectively engage through a social science approach. It discusses:
1) Social media is about social interaction, not just technology. Understanding social behaviors and cultures is key.
2) To effectively engage, companies should observe social conversations to understand customer interests before participating.
3) Immersing in communities involves respectful participation without overt marketing. The goal is contributing value to conversations to build relationships.
Libertarianism is the most compassionate political philosophy according to the author. While conservatives and liberals both support an expanded role for government, libertarianism seeks to limit government's size and scope to prevent the suffering it inevitably causes as it grows. When unrestrained, government pursues its own interests over the public's, creating policies that make problems worse through force, threats of force, and taxation. In contrast, libertarianism respects individuals' freedom and capacity for voluntary compassion better left to private organizations rather than government compulsion.
This toolkit was developed by the Development Marketplace and the Water and Sanitation Program of the World Bank to provide guidance to grantees on project design, monitoring, and evaluation for small innovative projects. It contains information on updating project objectives, identifying key assumptions, measuring progress, developing monitoring and evaluation plans, and ensuring sustainability. The toolkit aims to help grantees strengthen their project design and management through effective monitoring, evaluation, and learning.
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CBI is the leading organisation providing quality training, consulting and
No.4, Kanbawza Yeik Thar Road, facilitation services to Myanmar nationals and organisations working in the
Shwe Taung Gyarr Ward 1, social development sector.
Bahan Township, Yangon, 11201.
Tel : 537888, 538473
Fax: 537888 Our Mission
Hot Line: 09 5197338 CBI's mission is to enhance the skills and competencies of national staff of
Email: cbiinfo@myanmar.com.mm NGOs in Myanmar in order to better serve the development of communities. To
cbi@baganmail.net.mm achieve this goal, we will become a center of excellence, providing quality
cbitraining@yangon.net.mm services and facilitating communication among the NGO community and
Website: www.cbimyanmar.org c n e n di d v d a s
ocre niiul.
Limited for the internal circulation only.
2. News Updates from CBI
Trainer Certification Programme on "Seeing System Organization
Workshop" e c s c i nf rc a i y t
ah eto o lrt, o
understand the accompanying
logistics, and to work on
C BI and World Concern
j i t yo g n z da
onl raie
T a n rC r i i a i n
rie etfcto
communicating with
p r i i a t .P e e t t o s
atcpns rsnain
Programme on "Seeing focused on structure which act
System-Organization a av h c et e p o e e i i
s eil o xlr, lct
Workshop" at CBI from 24th questions, and master the
to 28th November. All workshop.
tgte 1 priiat jie
oehr 1 atcpns ond
the training. They are seven T el s d y
h at a,
from World Concern, three participants worked out
from CBI and one form dealing with anything left
Oxfam. Dr. Anne Litwin from undone, reviewing design
Power + System Inc from variations, and focusing on
USA conducted the l g s i s F n l yt e
oitc. ial hy
programme. Prior to the Dr. Anne Litwin (Power + System Inc) and participants prepared the draft plan to
Certification Programme, organize Seeing System
participants had attended two- Anne discussed different how can apply to culture, the Organization Workshop
day Seeing System motivations and visions for thinking behind the workshop, among NGOs.
Organization Workshop. The doing this work with the and more.
purpose of the Certification p r i i a t ,a dc e t da
atcpns n rae The rest of the week
Programme is for participants climate for productive and focused on presenting pieces
to learn and practice in order enjoyable work for the week. of the program, preceded and
to conduct the Seeing System- I a d t o ,p r i i a t
n diin atcpns followed by discussions of the
Organization Workshop by worked together as a group to material. Each participant
themselves. read through the Trainers prepared and presented the
On the first day of Manual and brainstormed sections and followed by
the Certification programme, about out what things mean, discussion in order to examine
CBI conducted Evaluation for Consortium of Dutch NGOs (CDN)
the evaluation in 8 villages Therefore CDN
which received the relief asked CBI to conduct an
items from CDN. It was the eveluation to get the answers
first experience for CBI to objectively from the villagers.
conduct such kind of CBI submitted the evaluation
evaluation for an international report to CDN in early
NGO. November 2008.
CDN with an
CBI conducted an Nargis affected people in intention to continue with
evaluation upon the request Labutta township from 23 to more shipments to the Delta
of CDN on its provision of 26 October. CBI team would like to learn from its
Relief goods to the Cyclone consists of 4 staff conducted f r tt r es i m n s
is he hpet.
New Representatives of International NGOs
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New Rep: Former Rep: Organisation
Mr. Rene Martin van dar Mr. Monty Crisp World Concern Myanmar
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Meijden
Ms. Khin Thein Htwe Ms. Kyu Kyu Khin WRTC
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Mr. Paul Whittingham Dr. Rurik Marsden DFID (Department for
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International Development)
Ms. Ingeborg Moa Ms. Jannicke Storm NPA (Norwegian People's Aid)
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Dr. Jean Louis Mosser (OIC) Ms. Birke Herzbruch Mlee Itrainl
atsr nentoa
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3. News Updates from CBI
Project Proposal Writing Workshop customized workshop for INGO Directory
a p i a to g n z t o s
plcn raiain.
Twenty three participants, 2008 Edition was
most of them are senior rlae
eesd
p o e ts a fi t e r
rjc tf n hi
organizations attended the
workshop. The purpose of the
workshop was to improve the
capacity of writing proposal
f rt es o t l s e
o h hr-itd
organizations, which applied
for 3D Fund to implement
t e ri t n e p o e t i t e r
hi nedd rjcs n hi
aes
ra.
A lp r i i a t
l atcpns
CBI Project Manager giving an introductory remark at the training
evaluated that the workshop
CBI training team workshop was opened by the was very useful and helpful
conducted the Project introduction of U Ngwe for them. CBI team is very
Proposal Writing Workshop Thein, CBI Project Manager. satisfied with this work and
for organisations who are Dr. Khin Su Su Hlaing, M&E grateful to UNOPS-3DF for
writing and submitting Officer-UNOPS-3DF greeted giving a chance to CBI CBI was quite happy
proposals to UNOPS-3DF the participants and explained training team to conduct this to release INGO Directory for
from 11 to 16th November about the workshop. workshop. 2008 in December, 2008.
2008 at Micasa. The It was a five-day F i d i hE e tS i t n ,
rerc br tfug
German NGO, provided
Livelihood ToT Training Brain storming Session on Peace required fund for this work
and CBI manage data
by CBI and CBFS
CBI has implemented
and Conflict Impact Analysis collection, overall design and
l y u ,p i t n a dd l v r .
aot rnig n eiey
trainings for local NGOs in CBI produced Directory for
collaboration with LRC for both International and
Nargis affected areas of National NGOs since 2005.
Irrawaddy Division. CBI's Since it was produced
mission is to enhance the i t ep s - a g se a t e
n h otNri r, h
skills and competences of d r c o yi c u e s e i l
ietr nlds pca
n t o a s a ft b t e s r e
ainl tf o etr ev section on Agencies’ Nargis
the development of response activities. We
communities. welcome your feedback or
ABC agricultural comment on the Directory. We
training group was requested also invite INGOs which are
to conduct Livelihood training n ti t ed r c o yy t a d
o n h ietr e, n
in Home Gardening, want to be so.
Integrated Soil Management, Extra copies of the
Integrated Pest Management In collaboration with views and experience, with the
FES (Friedrich Ebert h l o f c l t t r ,a d
ep f aiiaos n directory are available upon
and Animal Husbandry at request for NGOs and
Yangon YMCA training hall Stiftung), German p o e t df r u et e d f r
rjce utr rns o
International NGO working more active and effective development organisations.
from 1 to 5 December 2008
with the collaboration of CBI t w r sc l u a a dp l t c l
oad utrl n oiia coordination among various
and the Capacity Building for development in more than 60 stakeholders in order to
Food Security (CBFS project). countries, CBI organised and maintain and develop the level Welcome CBI New
This training was funded by c-aiiae hl-a
ofclttd afdy of trust among groups with
CBFS and planning and “Braining storming Session on different background and Saf
tf!
organised and managed by Peace and Conflict Impact d f e e ti t r s s
ifrn neet.
CBI. Twenty seven people, Analysis” on 21st October CBI training team Daw May Yadanar Pyae
2008. About twenty t o ar l a c - a i i a o
ok oe s ofclttr
w ow l b f c l t t ra t r a d ,
h il e a i i a o f e w r s Phyo Hein joined CBI
atvl priiae i 5dy
ciey atcptd n -a participants from more than tgte wt cnlc
oehr ih ofit
10 local and international management specialist from team as an Assistant
t a n n .T e g tt eo p r u i y
riig hy e h potnt
to observed farms and husbantry NGOs attended the workshop. FES. Information Officer.
in Mingaladon township after Representatives from
t et a n n f rh l ad y
h riig o af a. NGOs discussed and shared
CBI Newsletter January 2009 Page 3
4. News Around CBI
Team building, Leadership and Report Writing Training for AZG- Sittway
and Maung Daw c h s v r p r sr l t dt
oeie eot eae o
t e rw r .
hi ok
From 15th to 23rd T ec a a t r s i so
h hrceitc f
December 2008, CBI training an effective team, team
team conducted (2) communication, leadership
customized trainings on team sye ta laesi sil
tl, em edrhp kls
building, Leadership and and essential components of
Report Writing in Sittway and effective report writing were
Maung Daw for AZG-Rakhine dsusd
icse.
Poet
rjc. At the end of the
I S t w ,a t g t e
n ite loehr t a n n ,a lp r i i a t w r
riig l atcpns ee
19 participants and in Maung confident to build their team
Daw, 20 participants attended effectively. They can also
t et a n n .P r i i a t a e
h riig atcpns r learn how to lead their team
not only form AZG, but also with appropriate manners. In
from ACF and Malteser understanding of the aspect of organizations. Moreover, to addition, they had a good
Itrainl
nentoa. team building and leadership equip the participants with opportunity to learn some
The objective of the by the participants to enable knowledge, methods and skills skills and methods to write
training was to have clear them apply in their own for writing clear, concise and e f c i er p r s
fetv eot.
CBI- LRC Joint Training Initiative • Report Writing Training in CBI•
• Capacity Building Programmes at LRC
Seven 3-day trainings Mobilization were also
were successfully organized conducted by external
by LRC capacity building resources at LRC. Hundred
programme from Oct to Dec and ten participants from 50
2008 at Local Resource Local NGOs and local
Centre, Yangon training room. development organizations
One outside facilitator was atvl priiae i te
ciey atcptd n h
requested to conduct the trainings. 41are male and 69
Financial Management are female. LRC trainings will
modular trainings. be continued with some skill
Community a dt c n c lt a n n s
n ehia riig
Facilitation and Report throughout the year 2009.
Writing trainings were Trainings on Team Building,
organized by CBI Training Monitoring & Evaluation and
Team, Project Cycle Laesi wl b fclttd
edrhp il e aiiae
CBI training team r p r i gs r c u eb ta s f r
eotn tutr u lo o
Management and Social in January 2009 at LRC.
conducted Report Writing e f c i ew i i gs y e A l
fetv rtn tl. l
• Community Facilitation - LRC training from 13-15
November, 2008. The purpose
participants can learn how to
organize ideas and analyze
w r e ,f c l t t o s i li
okr aiiain kl s
essential in implementing the o t et a n n i t e u pt e
f h riig s o qi h data to plan a report by using
community development participants with knowledge, Mind Mapping tool.
poet efciey
rjcs fetvl. methods and skills for writing All participants have
Training provides the clear concise and cohesive a good opportunity to write a
priiat wt te
atcpns ih h r p r sr l t dt t e rw r .
eot eae o hi ok group report with a sample
knowledge and skill on the Altogether twenty case as well as individual
basic community facilitation f v p r i i a t -n n
ie atcpns ie report with their own case
CBI training team in community development priiat fo Itrainl
atcpns rm nentoa within 3-day training. Daily
conducted "Community programs. NGOs and sixteen participants f e b c i d c t st a
edak niae ht
F c l t t o t a n n "a L c l
aiiain riig t oa The training objective from local NGOs - attended participants were extremely
Resource Center (LRC) on 29 was achieved to some extent the training. Most of them s t s i dw t a la p c so t e
aife ih l set f h
- 31 October, 2008 in Yangon. because of a kind financial have some experience in course and training
Training was support from Local Resource writing reports but a few have methodology and found it met
designed especially for Center (LRC), technical l t l e p r e c .T i t a n n
ite xeine hs riig their objectives and was useful
community facilitators. support from CBI and active is not only guidance for a to apply for their work.
Being a development p r i i a i no a lp r i i a t .
atcpto f l atcpns
Page 4 CBI Newsletter January 2009
5. News Around NGO Community News In Brief
•TCG and Nargis Response News ••• Oxfam New Office
Oxfam will move to new office at No. 16, West
Post Nargis Periodic Review was released Shwe Gone Dine 4th Street, West Shwe Gone Dine Qtr.,
communities in the Bahan in February, 2009. New phone numbers are 526934,
Ayeyarwady and Yangon 378398, 375392. Email: clight@myanmar.com.mm
divisions produced a holistic
overview of community
development across the ••• New Humanity FOCSIV New Address
afce aes I sre a a
fetd ra. t evs s NHF moves to new address, 703, Shwe Than Lwin
credible source of information Condo, New University Avenue, Bahan Township, Yangon.
t i e t f p i r t a e sf r
o dniy roiy ra o Phone/Fax: 556 817 Email: nhfmyanmar@mptmail.com.mm
resource allocation and long-
term recovery programming
a dt f c l t t s r t g c
n o aiiae taei ••• GRET New Office
decision making to continue No. 47/C, Komin Kochin Road, Bahan Township,
support for the affected Near Shwe Gone Dine Junction, Yangon.
pplto.
ouain Phone/Fax: 540975 / 546259. Email: yangon@gret.org.mm
The Tripartite Core
Under the umbrella Group will undertake the
of the Tripartite Core Group, Periodic Review II and III in ••• Swan Yee Development Foundation Operating
t ef r tr p r o t eP r o i
h is eot f h eidc March and July, 2009 Ofc
fie
Review, which identified respectively to document the
Room No (A-8), Bld No (138-B1), New University
humanitarian needs and early progress made towards
recovery requirements at meeting the needs of the Avenue Road, Bahan Township, Yangon.
household level through the cyclone affected people. Tel: 541854. Email : swanyee2006@gmail.com
timely monitoring of The report is
community-focused a a l b eo l n a h t : /
vial nie t tp/
indicators, was completed on www.asean.org/22120.htm ••• Thingaha New Office
December 19, 2008. The a dh t : / a g n u i . r .
n tp/yno.ncog Thingaha Gender Working Group moved to new
Periodic Review's analysis of Hard copies of the office at Building (A), Room (2/1) Anawyahta Housing
the data collected between 29 report can be picked up at Estate, Hledan Junction Kamaryut Township, Yangon.
October 2008 and 19 MIMU or ASEAN office at Office Ph: 704126, 526517, Director Ph: 095017496
November 2008 from 2,376 Chatrium Hotel, 40 Natmauk
households in 108 Road, Tamwe Tsp,Yangon.
••• Retana Metta new clinic
•Local NGOs Initiative Rettana Metta clinic moves from Shin Thar Manay
Youth network and Local Resource Centre Bhiman to Shwe Kyin Dhamaryoung, Southern Entrance
Shwedagon Pagoda, ph: 241830.
In an attempt to build technical and organizational
on the enthusiasm of the c p c t o l c lc v ls c e y
aaiy f oa ii oit
numerous youth led initiatives groups ••• BAJ office move
that have responded to Nargis, To develop
Bridge Asia Japan moved to the following address
Local Resource Centre linkages between local youth
facilitated a Youth Forum focused civil society groups
below. Started from 12-Jan-2009.
twice to create a space for and donor agencies and assist No.4, San Yeik Nyan -5 Street, Kamayut Township.
young people to be able to l c lc v ls c e yg o p
oa ii oit rus Tel: 505081, 701856, Fax: 505081
exchange their knowledge and acs t Itrainl
ces o nentoa Email: bajyangon@myanmar.com.mm
experiences, share the Funding sources
challenges they are facing, and The third forum will
promote linkages with more be coming soon and if any of
••• Metta Development Foundation adds new
established Myanmar NGOs. youth led organizations would
Recommendations like to join the forum, please phone line
from the Youth Forum contact Ma Aye Myat Thu or Metta adds new direct phone line 5522266, while
icue:
nldd Ma Nang Nechi Minn at the the former numbers remain the same.
To encourage the Local Resource Centre, No.
newly formed local civil 224(A), 3rd Floor, Salomon
society groups to continue Business Centre, U Wisara ••• Alliance adds new phone lines
participating in longer term Road, Yangon. Phone: 536 International HIV/AIDS Alliance adds new lines
development work 428. email: 524100, 539171, 504012 and for fax use 524100, 539171
To build up the lrc@myanmar.com.mm. & 504012 (Ext: 223).
CBI Newsletter January 2009 Page 5
6. Trainings from CBI
Project Cycle Management Training at Phaung Daw Oo
of the training were: by the demonstration, group's output
e do t et a n n ,
n f h riig p e e t t o ,i d v d a
rsnain niiul
participants would be able to exercise, conceptual game and
" understand clearly the stages eegzr
nrie.
of project cycle management" The participants
" apply knowledge and assessed the training as a very
experience gained from the useful and applicable one. All
t a n n t t e rp a t c l
riig o hi rcia priiat atvl ivle
atcpns ciey novd
fed"
ils throughout the training and
" approach and deal with the they were very satisfied with
communities in appropriate the achievement of the
way" t a n n o j c i e a dt e r
riig betvs n hi
expectations as well as the
Tanr apid
ries ple outputs produced.
epreta lann cce
xeinil erig yl
(ELC) through participatory
learning and created a safe
CBI training team Altogether 36
s a ef ra lp r i i a t .
pc o l atcpns
conducted the Project Cycle priiat atne te
atcpns tedd h
Training methods included
Management training for training. Some are senior
role play, large group
Phaung Daw Oo staff on 24th project staff of Phaung Daw
discussion, brainstorming,
-26th December 2008 in Oo and others are junior
small group work, fish bowl,
Mandalay. It was a three-day p o e ts a fa dt a n r .
rjc tf n ries
PowerPoint presentation,
customized training. Learning objectives
Community Mobilization and Facilitation Training for WHH at Bogalay
a dw y t f c l t t i t e
n as o aiiae n h community decision making
community to apply in poes
rcs.
development projects.
I t i t a n n ,C I
n hs riig B
t a n r e p a n da o tt e
ries xlie bu h
Voice of Participants
importance of trust in I i v r p e s n f ro rs a f
t s ey laat o u tf.
community development,
community leadership and .... We have new idea, new
team behavior, community experience, and new kind of
participation, development itliec..
nelgne.
and mobilization. Community
communication, meeting and ... All NGO developers should
decision making were also atn ti kn o tann..
ted hs id f riig.
d s u s d A t ra l t e
icse. fe l, h
participants discussed and ... I like "Six Thinking Hats"
p a t c dt ef c l t t o s i l
rcie h aiiain kls most because it balance all
( i t n n ,q e t o i g
lseig usinn, ideas and very useful in our
CBI training team community development
probing and feedback) and community meetings...
conducted the community facilitators (CDF), hygiene
mobilization and community promoters, agronomists, fcltto mtos
aiiain ehd
(workshoping, world café, role ... I like the games very much
fcltto tann fr
aiiain riig o f r s e ,h g e ec o d n t r ,
oetr yin oriaos
play and open space). since they were used to observe
Welthungerhilfe project staff field agent and volunteers.
From this training, what we are suppose to....
in Bogalay from 27 to 31 Male and female equally
October 2008. It was a five shared the total number of t ep r i i a t g i e t e
h atcpns and h
days customized training. priiat.
atcpns knowledge and confidence to
Altogether 22 The purpose of the build their team and find
priiat atne te
atcpns tedd h training was for the WHH appropriate ways to lead their
training. 19 of them are from p o e ts a ft h v a
rjc tf o ae team. They also have practical
WHH, two from NCV and one comprehensive knowledge of knowledge to apply in their
from GRET. They are the community mobilization community facilitation and
Page 6 CBI Newsletter January 2009 For further information please visit www.cbimyanmar.org/trainings
7. Services from CBI
Facilitator Foundation Workshop
a great chance to learn and
patc ueu fcltto
rcie sfl aiiain
t o s A t re c p a t c ,
ol. fe ah rcie
fclttr poie vlal
aiiaos rvdd aube
suggestions and also gave
feedback to participants. CBI
team not only learnt
••••• f c l t t o t o sb ta s a a t
aiiain ol u lo n r
Mr. Prabu K of being creative from the
Naidu, Ms. workshop. This workshop has
Janice Lua from
IAF and
opened the eyes of participants
priiat o
atcpns f to set up a network of
the workshop in facilitators in Myanmar.
CBI training
room
•••••
Foundational This workshop was o Fclttr (A)
f aiiaos IF
Facilitation Workshop (FFW) financially supported by Singapore. 16 participants,
An exciting opportunity for FidihEetSitn
rerc-br-tfug including 5 trainers from CBI
CBI and some local NGO (FES) and facilitated by two and 11 from Local NGOs,
trainers was provided through c r i i dp o e s o a
etfe rfsinl attended the three-day
a Foundational Facilitation f c l t t r ,M .P a uK
aiiaos r rb workshop and actively
Workshop (FFW) from 28 to Naidu and Ms. Janice Lua participated. During the
30 December 2008 at CBI. from International Association workshop all participants had
Facilitation, Leadership and Team Building Training Merlin (Kalay) 8 to
11 December 2008
the strength of team and ways
t u i i ed v r i yo
o tlz iest f
behaviours in a co-ordinated
manner.
" A compreheisice knowledge
of leadership and
competencies of a leader
"Ac e rp c u eo f c l t t o
la itr f aiiain
methods and ways to produce
atatv dsg i fcltio
trcie ein n aiiatn
Training team
e e c s dt ep r i i a o y
xrie h atcptr
learning in training. Diagrams,
pictures and photos were used
f rt ep r i i a t t
o h atcpns o
understand more and
From 8 to 11
December 2008, CBI training
Priiat si ta..
atcpns ad ht. vsaie Priiat cud
iulz. atcpns ol
“ h yc u dr f e t e rr g l ra t v t e d r n t a n n . ”
Te ol elt hi eua ciiis uig riig. apply their learning points and
team conducted the integrated
“It is better to have a more time in next training..” sil i patc ssin o
kls n rcie esos f
customized training composed
“They could learn by playing games..” t et a n n .
h riig
of Facilitation, Leadership and
Team Building at Kalay, “They got new facilitation methods from training..”
Sagaing Division for Merlin “Problem solving and decision making methods are
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8. Features
CBI Resource Center Highlight
Leadership Passages everywhere in life, not only in resources of Novartis.
t eo g n s t o l f .
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written by David Dotlich, James L.Noel, Norman Walker
Authors provided experiences, career and work
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in their career. However, there David L. Dotlich is former mostly discussed.
are two wayouts, either executive vice president of Ram Charan, coauthor,
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Sometimes ordinary people James L. Noel, principal of Getting Things done)
become great leaders after CDR International, is the recommended that," If you
successfully stepping over former director of executive want to succeed and have
these passages. Sometimes, education for General inner peace at the same time,
the leadership simply ended, Eeti' Coovle
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