WEConnect International works to connect women-owned businesses to global supply chains through certification and partnerships. It has over 700 corporate members representing trillions in annual purchasing power. WEConnect certifies women-owned businesses in multiple countries and works with partners like the UN, World Bank, and US agencies to provide training and connect women entrepreneurs to new markets. Upcoming events include conferences in Canada and Virginia to continue fostering global opportunities for women in business.
Indigenous Partnership in Action – Report on International Workshop on Indige...Wayne Dunn
This report presents the results of one of the first ever Canadian events focused on international Indigenous business and economic development. It was organized by Wayne Dunn as part of a national conference of CANDO. Events leading up to the workshop included hosting a mission of Latin American Indigenous leaders who visited Ontario, New York state, Manitoba and Saskatchewan. The mission, which was also organized by Wayne Dunn, directly led to the partnership between the Miskito Indians of Nicaragua and the Meadow Lake Tribal Council to explore forestry and development partnerships. The workshop, which was Chaired by Chief Phil Fontaine (then Grand Chief of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs) produced 11 specific recommendations which helped to guide Canada and the international community’s work on international indigenous economic development in subsequent years.
International Development Associations – International Finance Corporation – The International Debt and Country Analysis – Recent Changes in International Financing.
Indigenous Partnership in Action – Report on International Workshop on Indige...Wayne Dunn
This report presents the results of one of the first ever Canadian events focused on international Indigenous business and economic development. It was organized by Wayne Dunn as part of a national conference of CANDO. Events leading up to the workshop included hosting a mission of Latin American Indigenous leaders who visited Ontario, New York state, Manitoba and Saskatchewan. The mission, which was also organized by Wayne Dunn, directly led to the partnership between the Miskito Indians of Nicaragua and the Meadow Lake Tribal Council to explore forestry and development partnerships. The workshop, which was Chaired by Chief Phil Fontaine (then Grand Chief of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs) produced 11 specific recommendations which helped to guide Canada and the international community’s work on international indigenous economic development in subsequent years.
International Development Associations – International Finance Corporation – The International Debt and Country Analysis – Recent Changes in International Financing.
The World Bank was created at Bretton Woods in 1944 to lend to European countries to help them rebuild after World War II. It was the world's first multilateral development bank, and was funded through the sale of World Bonds. Its first loans were to France and other European countries, but soon lent money to Chile, Mexico and India to build power plants and railways. The Bank came into formal existence on 27 December 1945 following international ratification of the Bretton Woods agreements, which emerged from the United Nations Monetary and Financial Conference (1–22 July 1944). It also provided the foundation of the Osiander-Committee in 1951, responsible for the preparation and evaluation of the World Development Report. Commencing operations on 25 June 1946, it approved its first loan on 9 May 1947 (US$250M to France for postwar reconstruction, in real terms the largest loan issued by the Bank to date). Its five agencies are:
• International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD)
• International Development Association (IDA)
• International Finance Corporation (IFC)
• Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA)
• International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID)
The World Bank's activities are focused on developing countries, in fields such as human development (e.g. education, health), agriculture and rural development (e.g. irrigation, rural services), environmental protection (e.g. pollution reduction, establishing and enforcing regulations), infrastructure (e.g. roads, urban regeneration, electricity), and governance (e.g. anti-corruption, legal institutions development). The IBRD and IDA provide loans at preferential rates to member countries, as well as grants to the poorest countries. Loans or grants for specific projects are often linked to wider policy changes in the sector or the economy. For example, a loan to improve coastal environmental management may be linked to development of new environmental institutions at national and local levels and the implementation of new regulations to limit pollution. The World Bank Institute is the capacity development branch of the World Bank, providing learning and other capacity-building programs to member countries. Two countries, Venezuela and Ecuador, have recently withdrawn from the World Bank. It is stated that it is also an observer on the United Nations Development Group.
World Bank Group: History, Mission, Structure, Services, Main Activities and ...AminKarimi26
Outline:
What does the World Bank do?
What is the history of the World Bank?
What is the structure of the World Bank?
What is the relationship between the World Bank and other international institutions?
How is the world bank group funded?
How can countries use the services of the world bank for their development?
What has been the main activities of the World Bank?
What are the future plans of the World Bank?
What criticisms have been raised about the World Bank?
What are the World Bank Publications?
Introduction to World Bank, Agencies of World Bank, Objectives of World Bank, Resources of World Bank, Members and Management of World Bank, Functions of World Bank, Success and Criticism of World Bank, India and The World Bank.
The power point slide is about International development association. All the information it consist has been taken from the IDA website and Wikipedia..
The World Bank was created at Bretton Woods in 1944 to lend to European countries to help them rebuild after World War II. It was the world's first multilateral development bank, and was funded through the sale of World Bonds. Its first loans were to France and other European countries, but soon lent money to Chile, Mexico and India to build power plants and railways. The Bank came into formal existence on 27 December 1945 following international ratification of the Bretton Woods agreements, which emerged from the United Nations Monetary and Financial Conference (1–22 July 1944). It also provided the foundation of the Osiander-Committee in 1951, responsible for the preparation and evaluation of the World Development Report. Commencing operations on 25 June 1946, it approved its first loan on 9 May 1947 (US$250M to France for postwar reconstruction, in real terms the largest loan issued by the Bank to date). Its five agencies are:
• International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD)
• International Development Association (IDA)
• International Finance Corporation (IFC)
• Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA)
• International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID)
The World Bank's activities are focused on developing countries, in fields such as human development (e.g. education, health), agriculture and rural development (e.g. irrigation, rural services), environmental protection (e.g. pollution reduction, establishing and enforcing regulations), infrastructure (e.g. roads, urban regeneration, electricity), and governance (e.g. anti-corruption, legal institutions development). The IBRD and IDA provide loans at preferential rates to member countries, as well as grants to the poorest countries. Loans or grants for specific projects are often linked to wider policy changes in the sector or the economy. For example, a loan to improve coastal environmental management may be linked to development of new environmental institutions at national and local levels and the implementation of new regulations to limit pollution. The World Bank Institute is the capacity development branch of the World Bank, providing learning and other capacity-building programs to member countries. Two countries, Venezuela and Ecuador, have recently withdrawn from the World Bank. It is stated that it is also an observer on the United Nations Development Group.
World Bank Group: History, Mission, Structure, Services, Main Activities and ...AminKarimi26
Outline:
What does the World Bank do?
What is the history of the World Bank?
What is the structure of the World Bank?
What is the relationship between the World Bank and other international institutions?
How is the world bank group funded?
How can countries use the services of the world bank for their development?
What has been the main activities of the World Bank?
What are the future plans of the World Bank?
What criticisms have been raised about the World Bank?
What are the World Bank Publications?
Introduction to World Bank, Agencies of World Bank, Objectives of World Bank, Resources of World Bank, Members and Management of World Bank, Functions of World Bank, Success and Criticism of World Bank, India and The World Bank.
The power point slide is about International development association. All the information it consist has been taken from the IDA website and Wikipedia..
US Department of State PNB-NAPEO Maghreb Delegation Media KitDriss Temsamani
On October 27 - November 2, Special Representative for Commercial and Business Affairs Lorraine Hariton led a delegation of Maghreb diaspora entrepreneurs, early stage investors from Silicon Valley, university representatives, and NGO leaders, to Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia. This delegation was unique and different from previous ones hosted by the Global Entrepreneurship Program in that it was a coordinated effort with the Partners for a New Beginning U.S.-North Africa Partnership for Economic Opportunity (PNB-NAPEO). Representatives from USAID, OPIC, and the Aspen Institute also joined the delegation.
From recruiting more passionate staff members to acquiring a bigger board of directors and most importantly, generating greater impact of CFED's work, 2000 was a fundamental year of growth for CFED. Mobilizing a strategic three-year plan at the beginning of the year, CFED has channeled it's resources into acquiring individual assets, enterprise development, and sustainable economies that have resulted in a remarkable vision for economic opportunity in years to come.
Brewing up new ideas to put into practice, 2001 was a year of proactive stimulation for CFED. Furthering research initiatives like the American Dream Demonstration, CFED continued to vigorously explore the efficacy and economic impact of new polices and procedures in order to identify promising ideas.
Indo Africa Times, a weekly newspaper has its key intend to create extensive awareness amongst people about Africa and India concerning different sectors like economy, politics, culture, fashion, sports and many more. It is our sincere endeavor to bridge the information gap between Africa and India by endowing our readers with updated and latest developments occurring in both the countries.
The #G20YEA Summit in Sydney final communique signed by the Presidents of the 20 Young Entrepreneurs organizations together with the national action plans for employment. The G20 Young Entrepreneurs Alliance Summit took place in Sydney, Australia, from the 18th to the 22nd of July, 2014. The Young Entrepreneurs of the European Union are represented by YES for Europe.
A Strategic Approach: GenAI in EducationPeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
June 3, 2024 Anti-Semitism Letter Sent to MIT President Kornbluth and MIT Cor...Levi Shapiro
Letter from the Congress of the United States regarding Anti-Semitism sent June 3rd to MIT President Sally Kornbluth, MIT Corp Chair, Mark Gorenberg
Dear Dr. Kornbluth and Mr. Gorenberg,
The US House of Representatives is deeply concerned by ongoing and pervasive acts of antisemitic
harassment and intimidation at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Failing to act decisively to ensure a safe learning environment for all students would be a grave dereliction of your responsibilities as President of MIT and Chair of the MIT Corporation.
This Congress will not stand idly by and allow an environment hostile to Jewish students to persist. The House believes that your institution is in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and the inability or
unwillingness to rectify this violation through action requires accountability.
Postsecondary education is a unique opportunity for students to learn and have their ideas and beliefs challenged. However, universities receiving hundreds of millions of federal funds annually have denied
students that opportunity and have been hijacked to become venues for the promotion of terrorism, antisemitic harassment and intimidation, unlawful encampments, and in some cases, assaults and riots.
The House of Representatives will not countenance the use of federal funds to indoctrinate students into hateful, antisemitic, anti-American supporters of terrorism. Investigations into campus antisemitism by the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on Ways and Means have been expanded into a Congress-wide probe across all relevant jurisdictions to address this national crisis. The undersigned Committees will conduct oversight into the use of federal funds at MIT and its learning environment under authorities granted to each Committee.
• The Committee on Education and the Workforce has been investigating your institution since December 7, 2023. The Committee has broad jurisdiction over postsecondary education, including its compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, campus safety concerns over disruptions to the learning environment, and the awarding of federal student aid under the Higher Education Act.
• The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is investigating the sources of funding and other support flowing to groups espousing pro-Hamas propaganda and engaged in antisemitic harassment and intimidation of students. The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is the principal oversight committee of the US House of Representatives and has broad authority to investigate “any matter” at “any time” under House Rule X.
• The Committee on Ways and Means has been investigating several universities since November 15, 2023, when the Committee held a hearing entitled From Ivory Towers to Dark Corners: Investigating the Nexus Between Antisemitism, Tax-Exempt Universities, and Terror Financing. The Committee followed the hearing with letters to those institutions on January 10, 202
The French Revolution, which began in 1789, was a period of radical social and political upheaval in France. It marked the decline of absolute monarchies, the rise of secular and democratic republics, and the eventual rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. This revolutionary period is crucial in understanding the transition from feudalism to modernity in Europe.
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Normal labor is also termed spontaneous labor, defined as the natural physiological process through which the fetus, placenta, and membranes are expelled from the uterus through the birth canal at term (37 to 42 weeks
Exploiting Artificial Intelligence for Empowering Researchers and Faculty, In...Dr. Vinod Kumar Kanvaria
Exploiting Artificial Intelligence for Empowering Researchers and Faculty,
International FDP on Fundamentals of Research in Social Sciences
at Integral University, Lucknow, 06.06.2024
By Dr. Vinod Kumar Kanvaria
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Prepare a presentation or a paper using research, basic comparative analysis, data organization and application of economic information. You will make an informed assessment of an economic climate outside of the United States to accomplish an entertainment industry objective.
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Synthetic fiber production is a fascinating and complex field that blends chemistry, engineering, and environmental science. By understanding these aspects, students can gain a comprehensive view of synthetic fiber production, its impact on society and the environment, and the potential for future innovations. Synthetic fibers play a crucial role in modern society, impacting various aspects of daily life, industry, and the environment. ynthetic fibers are integral to modern life, offering a range of benefits from cost-effectiveness and versatility to innovative applications and performance characteristics. While they pose environmental challenges, ongoing research and development aim to create more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Understanding the importance of synthetic fibers helps in appreciating their role in the economy, industry, and daily life, while also emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and innovation.
1. Globalizing Opportunities
WeConnect International and Electric Company, Pfizer Inc., United Technologies
By Elizabeth A. Vazquez Corporation, Verizon, and Walmart Stores Inc.
WEConnect also collaborates with a range of global
Globally, women own between 32 percent and 39 per- partners to deliver education and training to improve
cent of all private businesses in the formal economy [busi- market access for women. Those organizations are: The
nesses that are incorporated], but women do 66 percent World Bank Group, the United Nations, U.S. State De-
of the world’s work, receive 10 percent of the income, and
own 1 percent of the property, according to UN Women.
If women are to play a more powerful role in building
strong communities and sustainable economies, women
entrepreneurs need clear incentives to move from the
informal sector to the formal sector and they need ac-
cess to the knowledge and the networks that can help
develop their capacity to grow their businesses, create
wealth, and deliver jobs.
Since 2009, the Women’s Business Enterprise
National Council (WBENC) and WEConnect
International have worked together to deliver an
international certification standard for woman-
owned business enterprises. WBENC certifies busi-
nesses that are incorporated in the United States and
WEConnect International certifies those that are
incorporated outside the U.S. The organizations also
work together to foster opportunities for women busi-
ness owners to engage in cross-border trade.
WEConnect is a global non-profit organization that
facilitates sustainable economic growth by increasing
opportunities for woman-owned businesses to succeed in partment, U.S. Agency for International Development,
global value chains. WEConnect educates, trains, registers, Vital Voices La Pietra Coalition, BPW International,
and certifies women’s business enterprises that are at least Women Presidents’ Organization, and many other national
51 percent owned, managed, and controlled by one or more business and trade support institutions and government
women. WEConnect is currently active in Canada, Chile, agencies in target markets.
China, India, Peru, and Europe. WEConnect also helps corporations diversify their
The WEConnect network represents over US$700 supplier base to reflect their markets, increase shareholder
billion in annual purchasing power, and its corporate value, and enhance competitive advantage. Education,
members are true pioneers in global supplier develop- training, registration and certification of woman-owned
ment and inclusion. They are: Accenture, Alcatel-Lucent, businesses are key to increasing local and global pro-
AT&T, The Boeing Company, Cisco Systems Inc., Citi- curement opportunities for women. When women start
bank, Cummins Inc., Dun & Bradstreet, Ernst & Young, and grow businesses, they create jobs, contribute to the
ExxonMobil Corporation, Goldman Sachs, Hewlett- economy, and improve communities.
Packard Company, IBM, Intel, Manpower Inc., Marriott WEConnect and the International Trade Centre
International, Microsoft, Motorola Solutions, Pacific Gas (ITC), which is the joint agency of the United Nations
and the World Trade Organization, are collaborating to
promote the Global Platform for Action on Sourcing
Upcoming International Events from Women Vendors. The aim is to increase the share
November 7-9, WEConnect Canada Conference, of corporate, government, and institutional procurement
Toronto, Canada. secured by women vendors for the ultimate purpose of
November 17, WEConnect International Member Meeting,
bringing greater economic benefit to women and their
Alexandria, Virginia, USA.
communities.
For more information on these events and the Qualified buyers and sellers met recently in Chongq-
Global Platform for Action, please visit: ing at the 2011 Women Vendors Exhibition and Forum
http://www.intracen.org/projects/women-and-trade/ in China. This was the first of 10 annual events that the
2. for Women and Minorities
Global Platform for Action will NMSDC is proud of the accomplishments of its
host with the ITC, in different international affiliates and is particularly pleased with
countries each year. the major endeavours and milestones reached by the
Elizabeth A. Vazquez is the CEO Aus tralian Indigenous Minority Supplier Council
and co-founder of WEConnect In- (AIMSC).
ternational, based in Washington, AIMSC had a very successful year in 2010, and the
D.C. For more information about first half of 2011 is looking equally promising. The
the organization, please visit: www. organization has built such momentum because the
WEConnectInternational.org Australian government is fully supportive and closely
Elizabeth Vazquez tied to it.
Since former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd’s 2008
speech apologizing to the Australian aboriginal population
for the wrongs of the past, the government has provided
NMSDC’s Global-Link continued support for aboriginal development; is taking
By Eric J. Vicioso steps toward changing old policies to better accommodate
aboriginal success; and is applying a policy of giving a
The National Minority Supplier Diversity Council’s hand up, not a hand out, to diminish the welfare mental-
(NMSDC) Global-Link is growing stronger every day. ity and to bring true richness and economic vitality to the
It is now in five countries (Australia, Canada, China, the aboriginal population.
United Kingdom and South Af- In little over 18 months of operation, AIMSC has facili-
rica). Joset Wright, president of the tated almost $9 million in contracts, and $4.5 million in
NMSDC, is very supportive of this transactions between its members and certified suppliers.
international program and she has In April, the Minister of Finance and Deregulation, Penny
participated in events sponsored Wong, and Minister for Indigenous Employment and
by the Australian, Canadian, and Economic Development, Mark Arbib approved the first
Chinese councils, and is preparing indigenous training, employment, and supplier plan under
to join an early October business the Gillard Government’s [so named for Prime Minister
matchmaking mission to South Julia Gillard] enhanced indigenous opportunities policy
Africa. In addition, she is looking (IPO). The IPO not only supports the work of AIMSC,
Joset B. Wright
into the possibility of expanding but also works to close the gap. AIMSC has also firmed up
NMSDC’s support for its international affiliates and their plans for its second national conference, business oppor-
certified suppliers, and has inserted this interest into the tunity fair and gala dinner in April, 2012. The NMSDC
NMSDC’s strategic planning discussions. is already preparing to lead a business mission to Australia
and plans to participate in all of AIMSC’s events.
Upcoming International Events AIMSC now has 111 members and 81 certified
suppliers, with more members than
October 3—CAMSC’s Awards Dinner Gala, Toronto,
any of the other four NMSDC inter-
Canada, www.camsc.ca
national affiliates, and second only to
October 8-15—NMSDC Business Opportunity Matchmak-
ing Mission, Johannesburg and Cape Town, South Africa.
the Canadian Aboriginal and Minor-
ity Supplier Council in the number of
April 2-3, 2012—Connect 2012 AIMSC Conference
and Business Opportunity Fair, Sydney, Australia.
certified minority suppliers. ◆
www.aimsc.org.au
October 11, 2012—MSDUK 2012 Conference,
Eric J. Vicioso is the director of inter-
Business Opportunity Fair, and Business Awards Dinner, national programs for the NMSDC. For
Grange Tower Bridge Hotel, London, United Kingdom. more information about the Global-Link program visit www.
www.msduk.org.uk nmsdc.org or about AIMSC at www.aimsc.org.au.
Reprinted with permission from the September/October 2011 issue of
Minority Business Entrepreneur
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