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https://dustyfeetonline.com/success-stories/ | 2021-02-27T10:32:37 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-10/segments/1614178358798.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20210227084805-20210227114805-00074.warc.gz | 0.97526 | 1,071 | CC-MAIN-2021-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-10__0__18295120 | en | We pile these stones here not to hold on to the past but to remember where we’ve been.
In our session, Lucy and twenty other young adults learned about human trafficking: what it is, the many forms it takes, the ways traffickers entice and trap individuals and how to stay away from traffickers. The beauty of Dusty Feet’s program is that it educates both the victimized and those who have the power to protect them. After our session, the Watoto Wema leadership hired a behavioral change counselor that specializes
in working with those involved in the commercial sex trade. By gaining knowledge about human trafficking and attending behavioral therapy, Lucy was empowered to make changes in her life.
The Director of Watoto Wema has recently told us that Lucy is no longer sneaking out and has escaped the life of sexual exploitation. She has become an empowered and responsible young lady. Everyone at the orphanage has high expectations and great faith in Lucy. She entered secondary school this year.
We at Dusty Feet feel so privileged to have played a part in changing this one beautiful life and are more driven than ever to inspire hope and freedom from human trafficking in East Africa.
*Name has been changed
In late 2009 our director Nate Kaunley responded to a tweet by an influential non-profit director in Kenya looking for an organization to sponsor the Counter-Trafficking in Persons Bill for Kenya (the TIP Bill). Our willingness to partner coupled with the desire to fight human trafficking prompted us to join forces and lobby for the passing of the TIP Bill. The directors of Dusty Feet wrote letters, held meetings with ministers of parliament, and encouraged other NGOs and community leaders to actively get behind the bill.
In addition to the momentum in Kenya, the United States Department of State released the Trafficking in Persons Report in June of 2010. This report formally urged Kenya to adopt the legislation. Shortly thereafter the TIP Bill was passed by the Kenyan Parliament and was signed into law by President Mwai Kibaki in October of 2010.
We at Dusty Feet would never assert that we were the sole force behind the TIP Bill, but we don’t shy away from the part we played in bringing it to fruition.
If you would like to read the Counter-Trafficking in Persons Bill for Kenya, you can find it HERE.
When we started distributing our anti-human trafficking curriculum, we expected many things. We anticipated that there would be a host of questions. We were sure that stories of close encounters would be shared. We thought the students would mention how they were clueless of the dangers that can accompany the pursuit of employment. We expected that the information given would initiate conversation within families. Little did we know that in one of our first meetings a group of students would volunteer to take action.
A group of high school students approached our programs director, Wambui, after she led an informative and inspirational assembly. “We want to help!” a girl began. She explained that the group is part of a collective seeking to educate youth across Nairobi about dangerous cults and to encourage people to seek truth. This group decided they must not only share with their friends about dangerous cults but also human trafficking.
Dusty Feet could not have asked for a greater response. Young ambassadors are taking initiative to prevent human trafficking! You know the adage that “Knowledge is power.” We’d like to expand on this idea: “What you do with knowledge is powerful.” These Kenyan teens are making a difference in their community by educating their friends, family members and strangers about the modern slave trade. Lives are being saved and potential is being realized because people are doing great things with their knowledge.
The East Africa Partnership Against Human Trafficking had a preliminary meeting with Dr. Bernard Mogesa at the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights in September of 2012. More than anything, this meeting was intended to be a meet and greet between our two organizations.
The results of that meeting were more profitable than we could have ever hoped. Upon hearing our leadership share the vision of Dusty Feet, Dr. Mogesa saw the potential for cooperation and offered us an opportunity to help further educate the Kenyan Police Force about human trafficking.
In the past, trafficked people have been brushed aside or tried and convicted as criminals. Dusty Feet, in partnership with the KNCHR, hopes to increase the ability of the police force to pinpoint trafficking, care for victims and prosecute perpetrators.
A three-year-old boy named Somo from Kiamaiko came to live at the Dusty Feet Safe House in the summer of 2012. He was the tenth child born to parents who succumbed to HIV virus shortly after his birth. In spite of having HIV, Somo is a young boy who exudes so much joy. After his parents’ deaths his grandmother who could not support him and thirteen other grandchildren, sufficiently due to her age and lack of income, took him in.
When Somo arrived at the Dusty Feet Safe House, he was very frail due to malnutrition and lack of healthcare. The safe house staff has since devoted special attention and medical care in the effort to boost his immunity and encourage development. | sociology |
https://bangersandjams.com/dolly-parton-and-businesses-raise-700k-for-tennessee-flood-relief/ | 2021-10-19T21:44:01 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585281.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20211019202148-20211019232148-00285.warc.gz | 0.979468 | 342 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__123121541 | en | Dolly Parton and her Smoky Mountain businesses have raised $700,000 to help residents impacted by the catastrophic flooding in Middle Tennessee. According to a Wednesday (Oct. 6) news release, Parton chose United Way of Humphreys County to receive and distribute the donation at the suggestion of her friend and fellow country music legend Loretta Lynn.
A foreman at Lynn’s ranch was among those who died in the flood.
Parton says she was compelled to help out after the support the Smokies received following the 2016 Sevier County wildfires. “After the Sevier County wildfires in 2016, Loretta was one of the first who reached out to offer anything she could,” Parton said in a statement. “It meant so much to me that Loretta — and so many folks — were ready to give in any way they could. This was just one small way I could help Loretta’s people for all they did to help my people. I hope that this money can be put to good use to help the people of Middle Tennessee with what they need during their recovery.”
During the Aug. 21 flood, more than 500 homes and 50 businesses were damaged after up to 17 inches (43 centimeters) of rain fell in less than 24 hours over the weekend in the rural community.
According to Parton, the flood relief funds were raised by donating a portion of ticket sales from Dollywood and her Pigeon Forge dinner show properties — Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction, Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show and Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud — during the Oct. 2-3 weekend. | sociology |
https://lafayettelinc.net/juice-channels-have-a-different-influence-than-you-might-think/ | 2022-10-01T07:48:44 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-40/segments/1664030335573.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20221001070422-20221001100422-00107.warc.gz | 0.974186 | 658 | CC-MAIN-2022-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-40__0__116471797 | en | The Netherlands has been under the spell of juice channels for a year now. Whether it’s about the abuse of Jamie Vaes, the break-up of Nick and Simon or the adultery of Waylon: many people enjoy the extra details that they hear and see on juice channels. These are Instagram accounts created to spread gossip.
Many juice channels rely on followers who share details and photos with them. Think of someone who works in a hotel where a celebrity happens to sleep or someone who sees something go wrong with a celebrity at a concert. The gossips of juice channels rely on their network: nothing new in itself, because the gossip press of Party, Weekend and Privé also relied on their network in the past. The celebrities themselves often belong to this network. They also sometimes leak something to simply make themselves the topic of conversation again.
It turns out that the saying ‘Even bad publicity is good publicity’ is true. Research by marketing agency Seeders, for example, shows that we are actually more likely to follow the ‘direct objects’ of the juice channels because of all that publicity. Waylon, for example, has significantly more followers on his social media profiles than was advertised for his adultery. The juice channels themselves also do well when they bring big entertainment news. Like Yvonne Coldeweijer who saw her Instagram account @lifeofyvonne more than double in size after she shared images of Lil Kleine assaulting his girlfriend.
Gossip news via Instagram is popular. It applies to both people who consciously follow the Instagram profiles and people who, for example, saw Nick and Simon in a talk show and are looking for more ‘dirt’ behind the split of the duo. It can be seen on Google, among other things, that people would like more ‘juice’: Waylon’s name was normally googled 25,000 times a month (not without merit), but that was when his adultery came out no less than 306,000 times. At the same time, his girlfriend stayed with him and Waylon’s cheating was seen as less ‘serious’ than, for example, assault.
Although Waylon has more followers, it is also done if you are always in the negative spotlight. For example, Lil Kleine, who has been accused of assault several times, has lost 20,000 followers on Instagram after it was leaked that he abused his girlfriend. It was good publicity for juice queen Yvonne Coldeweijer, but not quite for Lil Kleine. Whether people continue to follow, follow or unfollow someone probably has something to do with how that person reacts to the news that is brought out, but one thing is certain: in the Google search results you will skyrocket if you do something about your business. tally stick that slowly but surely seeps out.
Juice channels will therefore certainly remain a major source of entertainment, but sometimes even news gathering by journalists. And above all, it remains a marketing gun for certain artists, who know very well that being mentioned on a juice channel, no matter how bad, often doesn’t have to be anything at all. | sociology |
https://flooringandcarpetgalleria.com/uncategorized/assumption-catholic-cemetery-a-sacred-resting-place/ | 2023-12-06T10:58:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100593.71/warc/CC-MAIN-20231206095331-20231206125331-00257.warc.gz | 0.943637 | 631 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__203221400 | en | June 24, 2021
In the serene landscape of Simi Valley, California, the Assumption Catholic Cemetery stands as a testament to enduring faith, love, and the cherished memory of loved ones who have passed on. Serving as a sacred resting place and a sanctuary for reflection, the cemetery holds a special place in the hearts of the Simi Valley community. Here’s an insight into what makes Assumption Catholic Cemetery a significant landmark.
Assumption Catholic Cemetery is spread over a peaceful expanse of land, providing a tranquil environment for the final resting place of those who have departed. The cemetery’s meticulous landscaping, beautiful statues, and carefully maintained plots contribute to a sense of reverence and respect, mirroring the Catholic Church’s teachings about the dignity of every human life.
The cemetery serves as an integral part of the mission of the Catholic Church in Simi Valley. It underscores the belief in the resurrection and the continuation of the spiritual journey, thus providing comfort and solace to those grieving the loss of their loved ones. For many families, the cemetery serves as a sacred link to their roots, a place to honor and remember the lives of their ancestors, and a quiet retreat for prayer and contemplation.
Visitors to Assumption Catholic Cemetery will notice its well-planned layout, designed to create a respectful and dignified atmosphere. A variety of burial options are available, including ground burials, mausoleum entombments, and cremation niches, all designed to cater to diverse preferences and needs.
The cemetery also hosts several religious ceremonies throughout the year. Memorial masses and special prayers on significant Catholic holy days offer the community a chance to come together in shared remembrance, reinforcing the bond between the living and those who have passed on.
Assumption Catholic Cemetery is well maintained by a dedicated team that respects the sanctity of the place. From ensuring that the grounds are kept pristine to coordinating burial services and providing support to grieving families, the cemetery staff play a crucial role in preserving the cemetery’s serene and respectful ambiance.
Moreover, Assumption Catholic Cemetery serves as a tangible historical record of the Simi Valley community. The headstones tell stories of generations past, providing insights into the rich tapestry of lives that have shaped the region’s history. In this sense, the cemetery also serves as a unique educational resource.
In conclusion, Assumption Catholic Cemetery is not merely a final resting place; it’s a sacred space where faith, love, memory, and community converge. It’s a place where families can honor and remember their loved ones, seek comfort in their faith, and feel a sense of connection to their community and heritage. For those who reside in Simi Valley or nearby areas, Assumption Catholic Cemetery stands as a testament to the cycles of life and death, a symbol of enduring faith, and a sanctuary of peace and remembrance. Whether you are visiting to pay respects, seek solace, or explore the region’s history, Assumption Catholic Cemetery welcomes you with an atmosphere of dignity, respect, and tranquility. | sociology |
https://cliocannabis-stage.herokuapp.com/jurors/126 | 2024-03-04T11:28:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476442.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20240304101406-20240304131406-00071.warc.gz | 0.928204 | 407 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__46465138 | en | BROOKLYN, USA // Imani Dawson is a courageous communications executive and strategist committed to mission-driven social change. Since launching TCC Media, her MWBE-certified boutique communications and branding agency specializing in political communications, mission-driven social impact, and cannabis advocacy, Dawson has championed diverse audiences by building community both online and in-person, creating meaningful multi-channel content, and executing impactful events. Dawson has advised elected officials and non-profit organizations and helped small businesses grow into multimillion-dollar enterprises. Her powerful impact includes crafting the communications strategy that helped Mount Vernon Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard make history as the first Black woman elected to mayoral office in Westchester, creating and executing the Center for Law and Social Justice’s Census 2020 outreach campaign that boosted Black response, contributing to the New York City historic 61.9% self-response rate, and designing the Faces of Fair Legalization campaign for the Drug Policy Alliance, which galvanized public support for the landmark MRTA legislation.
Dawson has over two decades of experience creating and curating award-winning content across print, linear, and digital platforms for major media outlets and leading local and national public information and advocacy campaigns. Her recent notable cannabis work includes leading community outreach for the New York Medical Cannabis Industry Association, managing cannabis equity messaging and DEI strategy for the Marijuana Policy Project, and serving on the NORML Board Reciprocal DEI Committee.
An advocate for cannabis legalization rooted in social and economic justice, Dawson is an alum of the DPA Start SMART NY legalization campaign, a board member of the Cannabis Education Advocacy Symposium and Expo (C.E.A.S.E.), a 501c3 nonprofit organization with a mission to increase awareness and to educate communities about the medical and economic benefits of cannabis and its blossoming industry, particularly those disproportionately impacted by America’s war on drugs and a board member of NORML, the nation’s first and largest marijuana legalization organization. | sociology |
https://visitpa.com/pa-multi-cultural-heritage/yellow-hill | 2018-04-26T16:59:19 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125948426.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20180426164149-20180426184149-00437.warc.gz | 0.9899 | 208 | CC-MAIN-2018-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-17__0__64681040 | en | Yellow Hill in Adams County's Butler Township was once the home of several African American families from the 1840s through the 1890s. The settlement was founded by Edward Mathews, who owned 16 acres of land and raised a large family. Yellow Hill was once called Pine Hill. Some believe that the name reflects the skin tones of those who once lived there. Mathews was reputed to be an Underground Railroad agent working with nearby Quaker farmers. Three of Mathews' sons left Yellow Hill to serve in the United States Colored Troops. Mathews gave land for a church and cemetery where three veterans of the USCT were once buried (one of them was his son William). Edward Mathews' granddaughter Jessie Ellen Mathews Vann, the orphan of a USCT veteran, endured a difficult childhood but used her education and tact to become a respected businesswoman, American diplomat and nationally-recognized community servant. She was often a guest at the Eisenhower's Gettysburg farm and was appointed by President Eisenhower to serve on several committees. | sociology |
https://www.ppc.co.th/en/sustainability-2/sustainability/ | 2022-07-05T22:51:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656104628307.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20220705205356-20220705235356-00224.warc.gz | 0.957605 | 207 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__164450755 | en | Prachuap Port Company Limited emphasizes our social and environmental responsibility. We are determined to focus on good government practice, value our employees’ human rights and focus concern on the safety of society and the environment. We are committed to operating professionally and fairly as well as contributing to the development of our community towards a sustainable society and environment. We have received positive response for our social activities from participants and local stakeholders.
The company also gives its support to government organizations including the Marine Police Division, the Navy, etc. PCC contributes to the prevention of public hazards by supplying fire engines to be used in the company and the local areas. We work with Thailand Maritime Enforcement Coordinating Center Area 1 (Thai-MECC 1) to organize demonstration, training and exercise sessions as well as provide a designated area to dock Royal Thai Navy ships for public viewing and rescue victims from natural disasters by boat.
“ Our sustainable development vision means PCC will always operate our business with full responsibility and concern for our society and environment ” | sociology |
https://www.bigsindiana.org/about/who-we-serve/ | 2023-12-07T14:43:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100674.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20231207121942-20231207151942-00649.warc.gz | 0.94983 | 200 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__22919093 | en | Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Central Indiana serves more than 200 youth annual ages 6-18 in Monroe and Owen Counties. We partner with parents/caregivers, volunteers, schools, and donors in our community to defend, ignite, and empower the potential of every child we serve. Our mission is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Our vision is that all youth achieve their full potential.
What we believe
Inherent in every child is the potential to succeed and thrive in life. Parents are valued partners and we consider it an honor to be a part of their families. Volunteers are invaluable and their experience should be impactful, rewarding, and fun. Every gift matters and our donors deserve to be informed, understand the impact of their gifts, and have opportunities to engage with us. Our staff and Board are the foundation to success, so we engage and develop the most committed, talented, and action-oriented leaders. | sociology |
https://palpatansen.wordpress.com/2011/07/20/great-kolkata-scholar-interviewed/ | 2019-10-16T09:25:23 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570986666959.47/warc/CC-MAIN-20191016090425-20191016113925-00040.warc.gz | 0.968638 | 2,074 | CC-MAIN-2019-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__158627978 | en | If you exclude Nobel laureates, India’s most major intellectual export to the West is arguably Partha Chatterjee. Many would say there is no need to exclude the Nobel laureates when maintaining this proposition. Kolkata rejoices in the fact that Partha Chatterjee prefers to remain very much a part-time export: he only spends about 3-4 months being professor at Columbia; the rest of the time he is mainly to be found in dhoti-kurta within his natural habitat. His devotion to Kolkata and his self-location within the city are evident from his speech at the Fukuoka Prize of 2009 ceremony in Japan, during which he speaks partly in Bengali to praise Kolkata as the city which made his kind of scholar possible. It’s worth experiencing the integrity and dignity of his address at this link.
Two incidental details in connection with the Fukuoka Prize: among scholars, this has only been won earlier by two Indians, Romila Thapar and Ashis Nandy (both ordinarily resident in New Delhi). It is awarded to scholars whose influence has been widely recognized as profound and monumental. Second, Partha Chatterjee had asked that the prize be bestowed on him at the Centre for Studies in Social Sciences, Kolkata, and the awarding body had agreed. Unfortunately, Chatterjee fell very seriously ill and had to be briefly hospitalized over the Kolkata dates, and the ceremony on the youtube video was held in Fukuoka, Japan.
Partha Chatterjee was instrumental in shifting Subaltern Studies from OUP to Permanent Black in 2000. He has, since, quietly and steadfastly supported Permanent Black, both via giving us his own books to publish, and by advising scholars and students to look seriously at Permanent Black. Most recently, Chatterjee was responsible for bringing to fruition the publication of Ranajit Guha’s collected English essays, The Small Voice of History (Permanent Black paperback).
This short interview with Partha Chatterjee reveals some facets of one of contemporary Bengal’s most reputed scholar-intellectuals, whose two new books, THE LINEAGES OF POLITICAL SOCIETY (see blog lower down) and THE BLACK HOLE OF EMPIRE, will be published by Permanent Black, Columbia University Press, and Princeton University Press.
Q: Your concept of ‘political society’ in your book The Politics of the Governed, and now in your next work, The Lineages of Political Society, adds a new dimension to our understanding of how non-Western democracy functions. Could you explain this concept simply, and how you came upon it?
A: Liberal political theory has always had a concept of political society to go along with civil society. While civil society meant the associative public sphere of economic and cultural life, political society was the sphere of political organization of citizens’ demands through representation, voting, political parties, etc. Liberal theory insists that the same principles – those of freedom, equality, rule of law, etc. – must prevail in both spheres. It is from my repeated readings of Antonio Gramsci that I first got the idea (though Gramsci himself does not state this in as many words) that there might be a disjuncture between the two spheres. My attempts to understand the evolution of Indian democracy in the 1990s led me to formulate this as a disjuncture within the democratic process itself that, while deviating from liberal norms, was not necessarily a retarded or corrupt form of democracy. I now think there was a fair amount of conceit in my giving the name ‘political society’ to a domain of activity characterized by illegality and deviation from norms. I was trying to point out that the constitutionally ordained norms of civil society, drawn from the particular history of Western liberal democracy, were actually incapable of ensuring justice or fairness for all citizens in a country like India and that the gap was being filled, in the absence of an alternative normative order, by improvised deviations, even illegalities.
To put it simply, political society is a domain of politics where particular population groups organize to press upon governmental authorities their specific demands for basic necessities such as housing, food, livelihood, daily amenities, and so on, which they have thus far provided for themselves by violating the law or administrative regulations or established civic norms. Thus, they may be squatters on public land, or ticketless commuters on public transport, or illegal users of water and electricity, or hawkers on city streets, or manufacturers in the informal sector violating pollution or taxation or labour regulations. Such groups use the space of democratic politics to make their demands.
Governmental authorities too frequently respond to such demands not by clamping down on the illegalities but accommodating them as exceptions within the general structure of normative regulations. That is because political authorities realize that it would be impossible to provide for the basic demands of all within the strict limits of legal and civic propriety and yet the pressure not to alienate large numbers of such voters forces them to do something for them. It is my contention that a great deal of democratic politics in India is about these negotiations. They are not always pretty; sometimes they are violent. But they must not be dismissed as pathological.
Q: In what ways does Lineages of Political Society complement your earlier work, The Politics of the Governed? Does it also develop out of Nationalist Thought and the Colonial World and link in some ways with The Nation and Its Fragments?
A: LPS complements PTG in two ways. First, it explores the historical genealogy of ‘political society’ back into the eighteenth century, the Indian responses to colonial forms of government, and certain strands within anti-colonial politics such as the traditionalists (who did not appreciate Western forms of civil society) or Tagore who was strongly critical of nationalism. Second, it elaborates on certain aspects of political society that were insufficiently discussed in PTG – for instance, populism or the informal sector of production or the role of violence. In doing this I also respond to some of the criticisms that have been made of PTG.
As for links with my earlier work on nationalism, I can’t see any. Certainly, when I wrote those books, I had not formulated the problem of political society. But perhaps there are connections that others may discover.
Q: In what ways have living, teaching, and working in Kolkata been vital to the trajectory of your intellectual life and to the specific ideas you’ve outlined in your writings?
A: I am sure the experience has been central to my intellectual formation. The Kolkata I grew up in the 1950s and 1960s was often described as the most horrifying example of urban degradation anywhere in the world. I vividly remember as a college student waiting at bus stops besieged by begging mothers with infants in their arms; vast swathes of the city’s pavements were inhabited by homeless people from the countryside. When I started working in Kolkata from the early 1970s, the political climate was tense, with severe repression against the Left, especially Naxalites. It was at that time that, in association with my colleague (the late) Hitesranjan Sanyal, I began making regular trips into the Bengal countryside, interviewing several hundred rural people involved in the nationalist movement. This was perhaps the most valuable parts of my education as a social scientist. I also think the relative isolation of Kolkata in the academic life of India and its lack of well-endowed universities and institutes actually helped me to stay out of the obligations and temptations to which those located in Delhi, for instance, are subject. I had the chance to improvise, innovate, and think outside the prevailing orthodoxies.
Q: Do you support the anti-CPM political current sweeping across Bengal? Do you foresee improvement or worsening for the state with the removal of the CPM?
A: I have always been strongly influenced in my thinking by various currents of Marxist scholarship and have considered myself part of the Left in Bengal. However, I have been a frequent critic of the CPI(M) in the last four decades. I am not surprised by the spate of popular opposition to the Left Front that is sweeping West Bengal right now. At the same time, I am not hopeful that the parties that are likely to defeat the Left have a credible alternative to offer. In fact, I will not be surprised if they replicate many of the same forms of intolerance and sectarianism that have characterized the CPI(M).
Q: Could you list five or six non-scholarly books that have meant a great deal to you?
A: This is a difficult question to answer. I can think of Amitav Ghosh’s In an Antique Land that set me thinking about using the historical archives to construct a fictional account of a long lost world and comparing that account with current ethnography. I suspect my reading of Amitav’s book had something to do with the birth of Princely Impostor. I can also think of Orhan Pamuk’s Istanbul which absolutely captivated me. It would be far-fetched to claim that it has any resemblance to my soon-to-be-published The Black Hole of Empire but somewhere, I suspect, there is a trace. As for other books, I once used to read books about science, and two of them are my all time favourites – Brighter Than a Thousand Suns by Robert Junck, and One, Two, Three … Infinity by George Gamow. Another bestseller I still find thoroughly intriguing is Gödel, Escher, Bach by Douglas Hofstadter. A book by a philosopher that I think is exemplary for its innovativeness and lucidity is Ian Hacking’s The Taming of Chance, but I don’t know if you’ll think of it as entirely non-scholarly. Finally, the non-scholarly and unstoppably influential book of all time for me is The Communist Manifesto. Even today, reading it gives me a thrill. | sociology |
http://catalog.northernvermont.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=29&poid=1772&returnto=614 | 2020-04-07T17:00:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-16/segments/1585371803248.90/warc/CC-MAIN-20200407152449-20200407182949-00549.warc.gz | 0.931418 | 655 | CC-MAIN-2020-16 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-16__0__232375202 | en | This concentration in the B.A. in Anthropology & Sociology program goes beyond the study of law and crime to explore complex issues of social justice related to crime, punishment and victimization, including race, class, gender and sexuality. Students explore current trends and controversies and gain cross-cultural competencies needed to work successfully with diverse populations. A distinguishing feature of this program is its emphasis on the growing field of restorative justice, a technique that involves working with victims as well as offenders.
Students graduate with a B.A. in Anthropology & Sociology with a concentration in Criminal Justice. The Anthropology & Sociology major itself develops in students an understanding of diversities and social structural arrangements among people affecting the distribution of power and the ability of people to live meaningful, sustainable lives and co-exist in a fair and socially just world. (Note: Criminal Justice also is offered as a concentration in the B.A. in Political Science.)
The multidisciplinary concentration in criminal justice draws on JSC’s rich liberal arts tradition and commitment to high-impact education – “learning by doing” – to explore the relationships of crime, law and social justice. It also is a cross-cultural competency, preparing students to communicate and work with those from a wide range of backgrounds and with disparate life experiences.
Supported by a network of community partner organizations, the program offers internships in the field of criminal justice, particularly in the arenas of restorative justice and victim advocacy as well as in border patrol and other areas of law enforcement. Students complete these internships in their junior or senior year along with a concurrent senior seminar.
A range of disciplines are brought to bear on criminal justice, including anthropology, political science, psychology and sociology. The program prepares students for careers in law enforcement and criminal investigation, crime analysis, juvenile justice, victim advocacy, restorative justice and community development, social justice and public policy. A criminal justice background also prepares students to pursue careers in law, from working as paralegals and legal assistants to attending law school.
In addition to meeting the learning outcomes of the B.A. in Anthropology & Sociology , upon completion of the concentration in criminal justice, students should be able to:
- Critically evaluate key theories about crime and criminal behavior.
- Critically assess existing criminal justice systems with the aim of improving their condition and function.
- Identify and assess alternative solutions to problems associated with existing models of crime control.
- Develop and demonstrate sufficient self-awareness to understand the influence of personal biases and values in interacting with diverse groups.
- Identify and analyze ways in which oppression, privilege, discrimination, and social and economic disadvantage contribute to inequalities and injustices within criminal justice systems.
- Understand key issues and approaches in the field of criminal justice, including mental health, substance abuse, youth development, trauma-informed care, and results-based accountability.
- Demonstrate familiarity with key skill sets in the field of criminal justice, including effective communication and conflict resolution and de-escalation.
- Apply understandings of research methods and data collection techniques for conducting research in criminal justice.
- Apply understandings of criminal justice policy and key controversies to field experiences. | sociology |
https://www.cityofsummit.org/CivicSend/ViewMessage/message/215864 | 2024-02-26T11:50:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474659.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226094435-20240226124435-00353.warc.gz | 0.94131 | 204 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__203871414 | en | The Summit Department of Community Programs is hosting its annual community Thanksgiving meal on Thursday, November 23, from 12PM to 3PM at the Community Center, located at 100 Morris Avenue.
The catered meal will include roast turkey, traditional side dishes, pies, and other desserts, as well as coffee and a beverage service. The event will also include a game of touch football, open gym activities, a Thanksgiving-themed family movie, and arts and crafts for children. The event is free and open to all community members. Pre-registration is not required.
The Senior Connections Bus will provide transportation for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Call 908-277-2932 or email [email protected] to schedule transportation.
The event is sponsored by GRACE and Oakes Memorial Center.
For more information, please call 908-277-2932. Visit www.summitcommunityprograms.com for more information on the Department of Community Programs. | sociology |
https://slashdotted.medium.com/kate-garraway-grills-matt-hancock-on-controversial-im-a-celebrity-appearance-during-covid-crisis-cb8ce8fa149c?source=user_profile---------3---------------------------- | 2024-04-19T05:54:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817289.27/warc/CC-MAIN-20240419043820-20240419073820-00489.warc.gz | 0.973177 | 315 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__163000039 | en | Kate Garraway Grills Matt Hancock on Controversial ‘I’m a Celebrity’ Appearance During Covid Crisis
“Confronting Matt Hancock: Kate Garraway on his I’m a Celebrity Decision”
Last Tuesday, ITV’s “Good Morning Britain” saw an emotional encounter between presenter Kate Garraway and former health secretary Matt Hancock. Garraway, who was unable to visit her husband Derek Draper in the hospital during his battle with Covid due to the guidelines set by Hancock, expressed her frustration with the former health secretary’s decision to enter “I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!”
Garraway emphasized the impact of the guidelines on those who were unable to visit their loved ones in the hospital. She also pointed out that Hancock’s decision to participate in the reality show, especially before answering an inquiry and when people were still grappling with the effects of the pandemic, was particularly distasteful.
In response, Hancock acknowledged the public’s discontent with his decision and stressed his desire to “contribute” to ensure that future pandemics are handled better by the government. He explained that writing a book and being open about his actions and decisions was crucial in learning from the mistakes made during the Covid pandemic.
Overall, the encounter between Kate Garraway and Matt Hancock shed light on the ongoing public frustration with the handling of the Covid pandemic and the need for accountability and improvement. | sociology |
https://smarthistory.org/beaded-collar-ingqosha-xhosa-artist-south-africa/ | 2024-04-16T03:48:41 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817043.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20240416031446-20240416061446-00434.warc.gz | 0.971192 | 1,721 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__136622859 | en | This broad beadwork collar, or ingqosha, was made by Xhosa-speaking women in South Africa sometime in the early to mid-twentieth century. Thousands of small colored glass beads, sometimes referred to as seed beads, have been painstakingly threaded and woven together to form a flat, semi-circular necklace. Alternating solid bands of pink and turquoise beads are defined by a single line of black beads. A small mother-of-pearl button serves as a clasp at back. From the nineteenth century on, such necklaces were worn by both men and women, sometimes in multiples layered around the neck, on special or ceremonial occasions.
The ingqosha was already an iconic form of Xhosa beadwork when it was famously worn in the 1960s by Nelson Mandela, the anti-apartheid political activist who became South Africa’s first president from 1994 to 1999. In October 1962, Mandela arrived at South Africa’s Supreme Court to be sentenced on charges of treason against the apartheid government. Instead of the suit and tie that a lawyer or defendant might typically dress in, Mandela appeared in traditional Xhosa attire wearing a kaross, or cloak, draped over one shoulder, leaving the other bare. Prominent around his neck was a broad beadwork collar. The noisy court was stunned into silence when he entered.
Mandela’s decision to wear traditional dress was a powerful statement. He was expressing his identity as an Indigenous South African by wearing attire associated with its proud and pre-colonial past. In doing so, he was questioning the legitimacy of the trial by making the point that he was a Black African being judged in a white court. It was a statement of defiance. It was so powerful that a photograph of Mandela wearing an ingqosha, released by the African National Congress in the 1960s, was banned from publication in South Africa for nearly three decades under the country’s apartheid government.
How did a relatively humble example of Xhosa beadwork become such a potent symbol of tradition as well as a statement of defiance?
For centuries, beadwork has been a major form of creative expression throughout much of South Africa. It is a women’s art, practiced not only by those in various Xhosa-speaking communities in the Eastern Cape but among Zulu, Ndebele, Sotho and other linguistic groups as well. Historically, Xhosa beadwork was worn by men and women as markers of social roles and status and sometimes, profession. Wearing beadwork also facilitated connections to the ancestral realm. The exchange of beadwork as gifts also expressed and cemented social bonds, typically between women makers and their husbands or boyfriends, as well as between mothers and daughters.
South African beadwork in general is widely understood—by cultural insiders and outsiders alike—as traditional attire, associated with the pre-colonial past. However, a closer look gives us a more nuanced understanding of “tradition.” As an artistic practice, beadwork was in fact established in and enabled during the colonial era. The small glass seed beads were imported from Europe, along with metal needles and cotton thread. Glass beads were relatively rare in South Africa until the nineteenth century, when they became more plentiful through expanded trade networks. This led to the growth and development of various forms of beadwork and bead-working techniques. Women, many of whom were taught to sew by white missionaries in the nineteenth century, adapted the needle arts to create increasingly complex and innovative beadwork.
The production of beadwork increased significantly beginning in the late nineteenth century, a period when restrictive laws forced Black South African men into migrant labor in urban areas. On a practical level, the cash that men earned by working in cities paid for raw materials—beads, needles, and thread—that enabled increased production. And as men left their homes to work in mines and other urban industries, women were expected not only to tend rural homesteads but also uphold cultural practices and maintain ancestral links. By the early twentieth century, beadwork became an increasingly important symbol of Indigenous values and beliefs in the face of social change.
Because of its traditional significance, beadwork directly conflicted with the “civilizing” aims of white Christian missionaries. They condemned beadwork, associated with spirituality and used to communicate with ancestors in Xhosa-speaking communities, as a “heathen” practice. Traditionalists, especially those in more rural communities, continued to wear beadwork as a symbol of resistance to attempts to redefine African identity and culture in the colonial era.
Over the course of the twentieth century, South African beadwork was increasingly seen as traditional and associated with specific ethnic identities. Collections of beadwork in museums are often labeled as Xhosa or Zulu, though, in the nineteenth century at least, these ethnic classifications were not rigidly defined. Beginning in the early twentieth century, certain styles and colors of beadwork came to signify belonging to a particular people or a place. Wide collar necklaces, such as this one, were generally made and worn among Xhosa-speaking communities. Color combinations sometimes reflect regional or ethnic preferences within the broader Xhosa linguistic group. For example, the combination of colors seen on this collar—turquoise, pink and white—is usually associated with Mfengu artistic practices while the collar that Mandela wore is usually described as Thembu.
Beadwork became a visual marker of cultural identity in an era in which formerly fluid ethnic and regional identities were becoming increasingly fixed through government policies. Following the establishment of the Union of South Africa in 1910, Black people were increasingly disenfranchised, segregated, and ultimately “retribalized” by the government, which sought to highlight ethnic difference. The institutionalization of ethnic consciousness was part of a divide-and-conquer strategy that exploited existing tensions in order to support white minority rule. The apartheid government, which came to power in 1948, eventually established “homelands,” an insidious system of ten separate nation-states for different Black cultural groups.
In the 1960s, when Mandela chose to don a Xhosa ingqosha, there was intense public debate about whether Black political leaders should wear “tribal” dress. Some feared that beadwork and other forms of traditional dress would reinforce ethnic divisions exploited by the apartheid government. Yet others saw the value of beadwork as an instrument of political mobilization. Among them was Mandela’s wife at that time, Winnie, who similarly donned an ingqosha for a public appearance during her husband’s trial.
We are not going to rub off our culture and traditions because of the fear that the Nationalists will make propaganda of them. We are Africans and need not regret we were born Africans.Winnie Mandela
Winnie Mandela, quoted in Sandra Klopper and André Proctor, “Through the Barrel of a Bead: The Personal and the Political in the Beadwork of the Eastern Cape,” in Ezakwantu: Beadwork from the Eastern Cape (Cape Town: South African National Gallery, 1994), p. 62.
Sandra Klopper and André Proctor, “Through the Barrel of a Bead: The Personal and the Political in the Beadwork of the Eastern Cape,” in Ezakwantu: Beadwork from the Eastern Cape (Cape Town: South African National Gallery, 1994), pp. 57-65.
Sandra Klopper, “From adornment to artefact to art: historical perspectives on south-east African beadwork,” in South East African Beadwork 1850–1910: From Adornment to Artefact to Art, ed. Michael Graham-Stewart, pp. 9–43 (Fernwood Press, 2000).
Anitra Nettleton, “Inventing ‘African Traditions’ in South Africa.” Art Africa, 2018.
Gary Van Wyk, “Illuminated Signs: Style and Meaning in the Beadwork of Xhosa- and Zulu-speaking Peoples,” African Arts, vol. 36, no. 3 (2003). | sociology |
http://sambrucetai.org/about-tuskegee-airmen/?month=feb&yr=2017 | 2017-04-30T03:14:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917124297.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031204-00106-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.977583 | 436 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__43374522 | en | The Tuskegee Airmen are the African American men and women who, during World War II, proved their courage, patriotism and capability despite the personal sacrifices they were forced to make. A dream of being able to fly and operate complex machinery motivated them to pursue a goal many felt they were incapable of achieving.
Discrimination and bigotry against Blacks was widespread in America, and the military was no exception. As the nation became aware of how Blacks were being mistreated, criticism of the government and its policies grew. Black newspapers in cities across the country, the NAACP and other groups voiced their disapproval. When First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt became aware of the problem she urged her husband, President Franklin D. Roosevelt, to intervene. The result was the authorization of an experiment: to see if Blacks could really perform as aviators.
Tuskegee, Alabama was chosen as the location for training the 99th Pursuit Squadron. In 1943, Colonel Benjamin O. Davis, Jr. commanded the 332nd Fighter Group comprised of the all-Black 100th, 301st and 302nd Fighter Squadrons. The record of the hundreds of successful missions they flew over Europe is unparalleled, causing these fighters to gain the respect of doubters and supporters alike.
The airmen continued to fight a battle in the U.S, as well. They fought for guarantees of equal rights for all Black Americans. A victory was won in 1948 when President Harry S. Truman signed Executive Order 9981, which desegregated the Armed Forces.
The Tuskegee Airmen held informal reunions around the country, for the purpose of reliving their World War II experiences and maintaining cherished friendships. In 1972, at a gathering in Detroit, MI, they established a national organization with chapters located in various cities. Membership was extended to airmen, as well as their supporters. This national organization was named the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc.
The Northwest African American Museum has made available a new Curriculum for 7th – 12th Grades! Northwest Connection: The Tuskegee Airmen. Click the image above to access this wonderful learning experience | sociology |
https://www.bama.co.uk/blog/2015/04/ | 2022-05-27T13:16:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662647086.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20220527112418-20220527142418-00192.warc.gz | 0.960137 | 510 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__221191684 | en | We were reading a community news feed1 that hit our desks the other day and it stopped us in our tracks.
Even though aerosol cans are easily recyclable – and 90% of people in Australia could recycle them, it seems around two thirds (66%) of Australians aren't sure what to do with them. The figure came up in a recycling report by Planet Ark and was reported by our counterpart organisation, the Aerosol Association of Australia (AAA).
Here in Britain, we often think of Australians as being steps ahead of us when it comes to recycling and sustainability.
Yet despite the good work of the AAA, aerosol cans seem to cause confusion with just one third (33%) of people in Oz correctly identifying them as recyclable; 54% incorrectly say they aren't recyclable; and a further 12% say they aren't sure. With Australians using a staggering 250 million aerosols every year, this means an enormous amount of recyclable high quality steel and aluminium is ending up in landfill.
It just acted as a reminder of how far we in the UK have come. Thanks to campaigns by BAMA such as our ‘Can Do’ Awards for local authorities, along with programmes such as the Alupro campaign, supported by BAMA and others, the majority of councils collect empty aerosols from the kerbside and most consumers know they can recycle them.
It’s salutary to remember that in 2001 just 7% of councils recycled empty aerosols; by 2009, 75% recycled; and by 2014 – over 90% recycled. This means that the 30000 tonnes of reclaimable high-grade metal waste produced via the 600 million aerosols or so used in the UK each year gets reused, not sent to landfill.
The latest research we conducted showed that the overwhelming majority of Brits know they can and should recycle aerosols and that, most importantly, most do. Of those who buy aerosols in the UK, 73% are recycling them.
We in the UK should be proud of this achievement. We’re never complacent; we know you don’t have to be bad to get better. However, we think it’s important sometimes to look back on how far we’ve come – and in the case of recycling aerosols, it’s a very long way indeed.
2. Survey by GfK NOP for BAMA interviewed 1000 adults aged 16+ by telephone launched March 2013. | sociology |
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By Andrea Milner
A growing number of older people are finding themselves struggling to pay their children’s mortgages. And the problem is set to worsen as banks encourage families to collaborate financially to circumvent tightened lending criteria. During the last housing boom, many parents helped their kids get into homes.
Financial adviser Kathy Jarrett says often they were convinced by their children’s mortgage broker, real estate agent or banker, ignoring advice from their own advisers. Commonly they mortgaged their own homes and gifted loan proceeds to their children on the understanding that the kids would be responsible for the repayments.
“But now they’re quietly having to pay themselves, sometimes having to come out of retirement and try to get work,” Jarrett says. Mortgage adviser Bruce Patten says it is becoming even more common for parents and children to mingle their finances because of banks’ higher deposit requirements.
Banks still want to capture the market that needs to borrow more than 80 per cent of a property’s value, so they’re promoting parental guarantees, joint borrowing and gifting. Broker Kim Lyons of Be Mortgage Free says joint borrowing is “really ugly – [the parents are] in hook, line and sinker, so the kids can just up and off and mum and dad are left with the whole debt, especially with the short duration of some relationships now”.
Daniel Feller of Financial Pictures says banks have done “a great marketing job, pushing people into these products and grabbing more security by way of parents’ property and guarantees”. Patten says he is dealing with more loans now than he has in the past eight years where parents are used as guarantors or stump up the deposit to get their children into a home.
Property lawyer Tim Jones of Glaister Ennor says if the bank sees inadequate security in the children and the house they’re buying, they ask for a parental guarantee secured over the parents’ home. Frequently, parents keen to help out their kids ignore the risks. He has seen well-meaning parents end up losing their homes.
Patten says parents are also getting loans to help bail children out of mortgagee sales, buying time so the children can sell the property themselves. Lawyer Terry Carson says in some cases parents buy the house off their kids to pay off the bank, then rent the house to them in the hope they will be able to repurchase it down the track.
Demographer Bernard Salt says baby-boomers’ childhoods were dominated by austerity, and pride in their middle-class prosperity rouses them to provide their children with the young adulthood they never had. “Suddenly parents are funding their Generation Y kids’ lifestyles – their OE, the purchase of a house and the mortgage repayments.
And what’s more, Generation Y pretty much expects it.” Salt says Gen Y has tertiary education loans, cellphone debt and travels extensively – costs that were not previously part of a 20-something’s life. Feller says if parents want to help, it is better to keep their affairs separate from their children’s and simply lend or gift money rather than offer security and guarantees. Jones advises parents to get independent advice. “Be prepared to say no if you have to, and if you do say yes, be aware of the risks.”
Parents put home on market as help rebounds When Mr and Mrs P’s son needed funds to open a bar in Auckland, the retired couple lent him $60,000, secured against their home. They had a $65,000 mortgage already but as their home’s value was $675,000, the combined borrowings amounted to only 18 per cent of the property’s worth.
Their son promised to pay the interest on the $60,000 advance, but the business foundered and the loan fell into arrears of $7000. His parents, whose only income is from a pension and superannuation, tried to negotiate lower repayments with their bank, but it threatened a mortgagee sale.
Mr and Mrs P were forced to re-finance more expensively with a second-tier lender. Their son went to Australia and he is not making regular repayments. Meanwhile, his parents have to forgo having holidays or a dinner out as they cut their expenses to meet their higher mortgage payments.
They plan to sell their home and downsize to a smaller house. “We wanted him to make something of himself without the problems either of us had coming up through hard times,” says Mr P. “We see it as a responsibility to make sure he doesn’t have to live like we did in our early years.” | sociology |
https://himalayannepaltrek.com/activity/festivals-in-nepal | 2023-12-02T04:48:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100327.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202042052-20231202072052-00426.warc.gz | 0.938379 | 3,745 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__113821006 | en | "Nepal's Vibrant Festivals: Where Tradition Unites Diversity."
Dashain, also known as Vijaya Dashami, is Nepal's most significant and widely celebrated festival, particularly among the Hindu community. This festival typically occurs in the lunar month of Ashwin (September-October) and lasts for 15 days. Dashain holds immense importance in the hearts and lives of Nepali people and is a time for family gatherings, religious ceremonies, and cultural celebrations.
Tihar, also known as Deepawali or the Festival of Lights, is one of Nepal's most important and widely celebrated festivals. This Hindu festival typically spans five days and falls in October or November, following Dashain, another major Nepali festival. Tihar is a time when people honor various animals, gods, and goddesses through rituals, decorations, and cultural festivities.
Kag Tihar (Day 1): On the first day of Tihar, crows are revered as messengers of Yama, the god of death. People offer food to crows to seek protection and blessings for their homes.
Kukur Tihar (Day 2): The second day is dedicated to dogs, who are considered loyal and revered animals in Hinduism. Dogs are adorned with garlands, tika (vermilion), and offered delicious meals to acknowledge their companionship and loyalty.
Gai Tihar and Laxmi Puja (Day 3): The third day is one of the most significant days of Tihar. Cows are worshipped as a symbol of wealth and prosperity, and people offer them special treats. In the evening, the goddess of wealth, Laxmi, is honored with lamps and offerings. Homes and public spaces are beautifully decorated with oil lamps, candles, and colorful rangoli designs to welcome Laxmi's blessings.
Goru Tihar and Govardhan Puja (Day 4): Cows and oxen are again revered on this day, and farmers perform rituals to express their gratitude for these animals, which play a vital role in their livelihood. The Govardhan Puja is also observed, symbolizing Lord Krishna's lifting of Govardhan Hill to protect villagers from a deluge. Small hills of cow dung are made to represent Govardhan Hill, and worship is performed.
Bhai Tika (Day 5): The final day of Tihar is dedicated to the bond between brothers and sisters. Sisters perform a special ritual to bless their brothers, applying tika on their foreheads and offering them sweets and garlands. In return, brothers give gifts to their sisters and promise to protect and care for them.
Throughout Tihar, various cultural performances, songs, dances, and processions take place in different parts of Nepal. In Kathmandu and other cities, you can witness traditional dances and events featuring the Kumari, the living goddess of Kathmandu.
Tihar is a time of joy, togetherness, and the celebration of the natural world, emphasizing the harmonious relationship between humans and animals. It also promotes gratitude, respect, and the spirit of giving and receiving blessings among family and friends. The beautifully lit homes, colorful decorations, and festive atmosphere make Tihar a visually stunning and spiritually uplifting festival in Nepal.
The Tiji Festival, also spelled "Tenchi" or "Teeji," is a vibrant and culturally significant annual festival celebrated in the Lo Manthang region of Upper Mustang, Nepal. This Tibetan Buddhist festival is a three-day event that usually takes place in May and is known for its elaborate rituals, masked dances, and colorful pageantry. Tiji Festival holds both religious and cultural significance for the people of Upper Mustang.
Mythological Origins: The Tiji Festival is based on the mythological story of Lord Dorje Jono (also known as Vajrakila) and his battle against the demon Ma Tam Ru Ta. According to legend, Dorje Jono, a deity symbolizing compassion, overcame the demon and thus saved the kingdom from destruction. The festival reenacts this story.
Religious Significance: Tiji is a religious festival celebrated by the local Tibetan Buddhist community. It serves as a time for prayers, offerings, and meditation, and it is believed to purify the area of negative influences and obstacles.
Masked Dances: The Tiji Festival is renowned for its colorful and elaborate masked dances performed by monks. These dances represent various deities, demons, and mythological characters. The dances are not only a form of artistic expression but also a way to convey Buddhist teachings and stories.
Thangka Unveiling: On the first day of the festival, a large thangka (a religious painting) depicting Dorje Jono is unveiled in the central courtyard of the Lo Manthang monastery. The unveiling is a momentous occasion and marks the official beginning of the festival.
Fire Rituals: Fire rituals are an essential part of Tiji. Monks perform fire pujas (ceremonial offerings) to purify the area and protect it from harm.
Costumes and Attire: Participants, both monks and laypeople, wear traditional Tibetan attire, including colorful robes and ornate jewelry. Elaborate masks and costumes are worn during the masked dances.
Community Involvement: The Tiji Festival brings the community together, fostering a sense of unity and cultural pride. It is a time for family and friends to come together and celebrate their shared heritage.
Tourism: In recent years, the Tiji Festival has gained attention from tourists and travelers interested in experiencing the unique culture and traditions of Upper Mustang. Visitors are often welcome to witness the festival's rituals and celebrations.
Conservation: Upper Mustang is a restricted area, and permits are required for both tourists and trekkers. This has helped preserve the region's cultural and environmental integrity.
The Tiji Festival is not only a celebration of myth and religion but also a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Tibetan Buddhist community in Upper Mustang. It provides an opportunity for locals to express their devotion, maintain their traditions, and share their culture with the world. The festival's colorful and theatrical performances make it a visually stunning and culturally immersive experience for both participants and observers.
Holi, often referred to as the "Festival of Colors," is one of the most vibrant and joyous Hindu festivals celebrated in India and other parts of the world. While it's not exclusive to Nepal, it is also enthusiastically observed in various regions of Nepal, especially in the Terai region, where there is a significant Hindu population. Holi typically falls in March and marks the arrival of spring, symbolizing the victory of good over evil and the blossoming of love and unity.
Colorful Celebrations: The hallmark of Holi is the playful and colorful celebrations. People of all ages come together to play with vibrant, powdered pigments and watercolors. They throw these colors at each other, creating a lively and colorful atmosphere. It's a time when social norms are temporarily relaxed, and people celebrate with a sense of freedom and equality.
Bonfires (Holika Dahan): The festivities often begin with the lighting of bonfires on the night before Holi. This ritual symbolizes the victory of good over evil and commemorates the story of Prahlada, a young devotee of Lord Vishnu, who was saved from a fire by divine intervention while his evil aunt Holika burned. People gather around the bonfires, sing songs, and perform rituals.
Traditional Sweets: Special Holi delicacies are prepared and shared during the festival. "Gujiya," a sweet dumpling filled with khoya (milk solids), nuts, and sugar, is a popular treat. Thandai, a chilled drink infused with spices and herbs, including bhang (cannabis), is also consumed.
Music and Dance: Traditional folk songs and music fill the air during Holi celebrations. People dance to the beats of drums (dholak) and sing Holi songs (Holi geet). Dance performances, particularly the energetic and synchronized Ras Lila dance, are common during this festival.
Community and Social Harmony: Holi transcends social and cultural boundaries. It is a festival that brings people together, fostering a sense of unity and inclusiveness. People play Holi with friends, family, and even strangers, breaking down barriers and promoting goodwill.
Water Balloons and Water Guns: Along with powdered colors, water balloons (Pichkaris) and water guns are used to drench each other with colored water. This adds an element of excitement and fun to the celebration.
Local Variations: While the basic spirit of Holi remains the same, there may be variations in how it is celebrated in different regions of Nepal. For example, Holi is often celebrated with greater fervor in the Terai region, and water is used more liberally due to the warmer climate.
It's important to note that while Holi is a joyful and inclusive festival, it should be celebrated with respect for others' boundaries and consent. Some people may choose not to participate in the color-throwing aspect of the celebration, and their preferences should be respected.
Holi is a time of exuberance, color, and merriment, symbolizing the victory of love, light, and spring over darkness and winter. It is a cultural experience that is both visually stunning and spiritually uplifting.
Buddha Jayanti, also known as Buddha Purnima, is a significant Buddhist festival celebrated to commemorate the birth, enlightenment, and death (nirvana) of Siddhartha Gautama, who later became Gautama Buddha. This festival typically falls on the full moon day in April or May, depending on the lunar calendar. It is a day of great importance for Buddhists in Nepal and around the world, as it marks the life and teachings of Lord Buddha.
Observing Sila (Virtue): On Buddha Jayanti, devotees gather at Buddhist monasteries and temples to observe Sila, which involves taking vows of morality and virtuous conduct. Buddhists refrain from killing, lying, stealing, sexual misconduct, and the consumption of intoxicants on this day.
Bodh Gaya Pilgrimage: Many Buddhists consider Bodh Gaya in India, where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree, to be the most sacred site associated with Buddha's life. Pilgrimages to Bodh Gaya are common during Buddha Jayanti, with devotees meditating and paying their respects at the Mahabodhi Temple.
Offerings and Prayer Flags: Devotees offer prayers, flowers, incense, and candles at Buddhist stupas, temples, and monasteries. The surroundings are decorated with colorful prayer flags, and the sounds of chanting and prayer ceremonies fill the air.
Circumambulation: Devotees often circumambulate stupas (such as the Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu) and other sacred sites, walking clockwise while chanting prayers and spinning prayer wheels.
Teachings and Dharma Talks: On Buddha Jayanti, Buddhist monks and scholars often give teachings and dharma talks, sharing the wisdom and teachings of Buddha. This is an opportunity for the community to learn and reflect on Buddhist principles.
Acts of Kindness: Many Buddhists take the opportunity to perform acts of kindness and charity on Buddha Jayanti. They may make donations to the needy, feed the hungry, or engage in other acts of compassion.
Bathing Buddha Statues: Devotees may pour water over Buddha statues, symbolizing the purification of the body, speech, and mind and the washing away of negativities.
Meditation and Mindfulness: Buddhists often engage in meditation and mindfulness practices on this day, following in the footsteps of Buddha, who achieved enlightenment through deep meditation.
Cultural Celebrations: In Nepal, as well as in regions with a significant Buddhist population, cultural celebrations and processions may take place. These events showcase traditional dances, music, and vibrant parades to honor Buddha's life and teachings.
Buddha Jayanti is not only a religious observance but also a time for Buddhists to reflect on the profound teachings of Gautama Buddha, which emphasize the path to enlightenment, compassion, and the alleviation of suffering. It is a day of deep spiritual significance and a reminder of the enduring impact of Buddha's wisdom on millions of lives worldwide.
Indra Jatra is an important traditional Newar festival celebrated in the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal, particularly in the city of Kathmandu. This eight-day festival usually takes place in September, with the exact dates determined by the lunar calendar. Indra Jatra is a vibrant and culturally rich festival that combines religious, cultural, and historical elements.
Kumari Jatra: The festival begins with Kumari Jatra, a procession featuring the living goddess Kumari, who is a young girl chosen from the Newar community to represent the goddess Taleju. Kumari is carried in a palanquin and paraded through the streets of Kathmandu Durbar Square. The Kumari observes the festival from her chariot and grants blessings to the spectators.
Yosin: During Indra Jatra, people erect a tall ceremonial pole called "Yosin" or "Linga," which symbolizes Lord Indra's staff. The pole is adorned with various offerings, and it is believed to bring good fortune and ward off evil spirits. On the last day of the festival, the Yosin is lowered, marking the end of the festivities.
Processions and Cultural Performances: Throughout the festival, various processions, dances, and cultural performances take place in Kathmandu Durbar Square. These include traditional dances like Lakhe, Majipa Lakhe, and Sawa Bhaku, as well as religious rituals performed by priests and community members.
Offerings and Puja: Devotees visit temples and shrines during Indra Jatra to offer prayers, flowers, incense, and food to deities, seeking their blessings and protection. One of the main rituals involves offering rice cakes known as "Yosin" to the goddess Taleju.
Masked Dances: Lakhe and Majipa Lakhe are prominent masked dances performed during Indra Jatra. Dancers wearing colorful and elaborate costumes and masks entertain the crowds with their performances, which often depict traditional stories and myths.
Public Gatherings: The festival draws large crowds to Kathmandu Durbar Square, where people gather to watch the processions, dances, and other cultural activities. It's a time for the community to come together and celebrate their cultural heritage.
Historical and Religious Significance: Indra Jatra is believed to have been established by King Gunakamadeva in the 17th century as a way to honor Lord Indra, the god of rain, and to express gratitude for a successful harvest. It also holds significance as a time to pay homage to the goddess Taleju.
Harmony and Unity: Indra Jatra is a festival that brings together people from different backgrounds and communities in Kathmandu Valley, fostering a sense of unity and cultural pride.
Indra Jatra is not only a cultural spectacle but also a time for religious devotion and reflection. It celebrates the rich Newar culture and heritage while honoring the deities and historical figures that are integral to the Kathmandu Valley's history and mythology. The festival's lively and colorful atmosphere makes it a unique and memorable experience for both locals and visitors.
Maghe Sankranti, also known simply as Maghi, is a traditional Hindu festival celebrated in Nepal and the Indian state of West Bengal. It marks the winter solstice and the gradual increase in the length of daylight hours. Maghe Sankranti typically falls on the 14th of January in the Gregorian calendar and is one of the most significant festivals in Nepal, especially among the Newar community and the Tharu community in the Terai region.
Holy Bath: One of the central rituals of Maghe Sankranti is taking a holy dip in rivers and sacred water bodies. Devotees believe that this act purifies their body and soul, washing away sins, and bringing good fortune. The confluence of the rivers Gandaki, Kaligandaki, and Trishuli is especially popular for this purpose.
Makar Sankranti: In other parts of India, particularly in the southern states, Makar Sankranti is celebrated on the same day with different names. It marks the transition of the sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Makara) and is considered highly auspicious.
Sesame Seeds and Molasses: Traditional foods like sesame seeds and molasses are consumed during Maghe Sankranti. In Nepal, a dish called "Til ko Laddu" (sesame seed sweet balls) is prepared and shared among family members and neighbors. Eating these foods is believed to provide warmth and energy during the cold winter months.
Family Gatherings: Families come together to celebrate Maghe Sankranti. Special foods are prepared, and relatives and friends exchange visits and gifts.
Bonfires: In some regions, particularly in the Terai and the Tharu communities, people light bonfires to keep warm during the chilly nights of winter. These bonfires also serve as a symbol of purification and the dispelling of darkness.
Cattle Worship: In rural areas, especially among the Tharu community, cattle are honored during Maghe Sankranti. They are given special care, decorations, and offerings as a sign of gratitude for their role in agriculture and daily life.
Religious Observances: Devotees visit temples, offer prayers to Lord Vishnu, and seek blessings for prosperity and well-being during Maghe Sankranti.
Maghe Sankranti is a festival that celebrates the changing of seasons and the transition from winter to spring. It holds cultural, religious, and agricultural significance and is observed with great enthusiasm by people of all ages. The festival brings communities together, reinforces cultural bonds, and is a time for reflection, gratitude, and renewal. | sociology |
https://www.pinsforpauly.org/about | 2024-03-04T13:56:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476452.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20240304133241-20240304163241-00473.warc.gz | 0.965792 | 254 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__61113844 | en | Who are we?
The Pins for Pauly Foundation® is a nonprofit organization under section (501(c)(3)) of the IRS Code. It was founded in May of 2002 in memory of Paul Pavlou who succumbed to leukemia at age 15. Because Paul, or "Pauly", liked to bowl, the foundation was named the Pins for Pauly Foundation. Now this non-for-profit foundation raises money to help families in their fight against childhood leukemia by holding bowlathons throughout the country. We maintain our overhead expenses to an absolute minimum.
The Pins for Pauly Foundation has 100% volunteer working staff; therefore, your donation in its entirety goes directly to children fighting against leukemia.
What do we do?
We help sick children whose parents don’t have the financial means to pay for the required care and treatment (check-ups/radiation/ chemotherapy/operation). The children in need may not have health insurance, and receiving private donations may be their only alternative for treatment and hope. We would like to help all children with leukemia, but in reality we are confined to giving as much as we receive in donations. As we grow we will be able to reach out and give to an increasing number. | sociology |
https://www.hcplive.com/view/flu-shots-children-linked-less-sick-leave-adults | 2024-04-17T22:39:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817181.55/warc/CC-MAIN-20240417204934-20240417234934-00826.warc.gz | 0.957269 | 1,076 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__6841623 | en | William K. Bleser, PhD, MSPH
Vaccinating children against influenza may lead to adults in the household taking less sick leave from their jobs, according to a study that considered more than 24,000 US workers.
The association between child vaccination and adult sick days held true only for people whose jobs provided paid time off for illness. Workers without paid sick leave were less likely to stay home when they or their child were sick, the investigators found.
“Having a vaccinated child in the household, compared to having an unvaccinated household child, was associated with a 21% lower prevalence of sick leave usage for adults in the same house—but only when the adults had paid sick leave, William K. Bleser, PhD, MSPH, research associate at the Duke-Robert J. Margolis, MD, Center for Health Policy, told MD Magazine®. “It was not significant for adults without paid sick leave.”
Bleser added that the finding document a new potential indirect benefit of child flu vaccine to other adults in the house.
The study also indicates the importance of paid sick leave in caring for children and in preventing working adults from bringing their illness into the workplace, Bleser and colleagues from Pennsylvania State University and the Johns Hopkins University wrote in American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
“The failure of federal policy to ensure paid sick leave nationally and the absence of state or local policy likely contributes to propagating influenza and health inequities,” Bleser said. “Other studies show that socially disadvantaged populations have higher flu risks, and that those without paid sick leave are more likely to go to work when sick with the flu.”
Studies also show that children are at an increased risk for severe influenza, and that they significantly contribute to its transmission in the household and subsequent parental work loss.
Even so, the association between childhood influenza vaccination and work loss prevention has rarely been studied, the authors noted.
To investigate, the team reviewed 3 years of pooled data from 2013 to 2015 in the National Health Interview Survey (NHIS). In the NHIS, run by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an adult in the household provides health information and answers questions about a child in the household who is under age 18.
The survey considered 24,314 working adults with children who completed the survey’s questions, including information on the child’s influenza vaccination.
The investigators found that the average annual work-loss days were 4.07 for adults with unvaccinated children versus 3.29 days lost for those with vaccinated children—a difference of .78 days per year.
Asked how the investigators could draw the link between sick days and childhood flu shots, Bleser noted that the association is seen across multiple years of data.
“It is independent of a wide variety of other important factors that could explain this relationship—including whether the adult was vaccinated against the flu, the adults’ type of job and income, education, family size, and general health, among others.”
However, he pointed out that the study can’t make causal claims.
“The available nationally representative data linking child influenza vaccination to adult sick leave is from a cross-sectional survey,” Bleser noted. “It looks at a random sample of Americans each year and does not allow for researchers to look at the same Americans over time in longitudinal analyses.”
Bleser suggested that future research examine data in the same individuals over time, especially before and after changes in state or local paid sick leave policy. This would allow for a better assessment of cause and effect.
In the meantime, the study reinforces important messages.
First, it shows the value of the flu vaccine, where uptake has proved sub-optimal.
“There are a lot of complicated socio-cultural reasons for this, but 1 argument that I believe is under-utilized is making the argument to protect one’s loved ones,” Bleser said.
“Our study helps to build this ‘indirect benefit’ argument—in this case, vaccinating children not only protects the vulnerable child, but may prevent other household adults from having to use sick leave,” he said.
The study also shows the importance of paid sick leave, which is limited to a few states and local governments and not a federal policy.
“The implication from this study is that the failure of federal policy to ensure paid sick leave nationally and the absence of state or local policy likely contribute to propagating influenza and health inequities,” Bleser said.
He noted that estimates show influenza in the US results in $126 billion in economic burden, including $23.8 billion in lost earnings.
“Having paid sick leave may be necessary to capture any positive economic/workforce benefit to adults of getting their household children vaccinated,” Bleser said.
The study, titled, “Child Influenza Vaccination and Adult Work Loss: Reduced Sick Leave Use Only in Adults With Paid Sick Leave,” was published in The Journal of the American College of Preventive Medicine and association for Prevention Teaching and Research. | sociology |
http://restaurantguysradio.com/sle/rg/content/shows/index.asp?show_id=73 | 2024-03-02T01:22:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475711.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20240301225031-20240302015031-00536.warc.gz | 0.946956 | 270 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__117320230 | en | Founder of the Careers through Culinary Arts Program
Richard Grausman--cookbook author, culinary instructor and founder of C-CAP (Careers through the Culinary Arts Program) a school-to-career program that links public high schools to the foodservice industry--has won the nation's highest honor for volunteerism and the James Beard award for Humanitarianism for his work. The program started when Mr. Grausman visited a school in New York City looking to teach some basic cooking to kids as a way of broadening the taste of Americans in general. What he saw was many kids being left behind--prepared neither for college nor the job market. His program gives high school students life skills and culinary skills.
We have a national crisis in high school graduation rates. Only 68% of our high school students graduate. Among, disadvantaged and minority students, the rate is lower still. Students participating in this program have a higher graduation rate. Many stay in school because they want to remain in the program. Top chefs and restaurateurs like Daniel, Bouley, Danny Meyer and Thomas Keller work with the program and rave about it. Since its inception the program has been implemented in other cities including Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Boston, Chicago and Los Angeles.
Podcast Date: 8/16/2005 | sociology |
https://pugliaeveryday.com/moving-to-italy/as-a-family-dependent-can-i-work-with-receipt-of-permisso-di-soggiorno-carta-di-soggiorno/ | 2024-04-13T12:28:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816734.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413114018-20240413144018-00712.warc.gz | 0.956928 | 462 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__124321705 | en | In a significant update to immigration regulations, the Ministry of Labour has announced that applicants for family permits in Italy can now commence work activities as soon as they file their application. This new directive marks a departure from the previous requirement of waiting until the residence permit (permesso di soggiorno) is issued, providing much-needed flexibility and relief for both applicants and employers. R
Traditionally, family permit applicants were obligated to wait for several months until they received their residence permit before being eligible to engage in work activities. This waiting period often posed challenges for individuals and families seeking to establish themselves in Italy, delaying their ability to contribute economically and integrate into society.
However, the recent clarification from the Ministry of Labour brings about a welcome change. Now, applicants need not wait for the physical residence permit to be in their hands before seeking employment. Instead, the receipt of application issued by the post office (ricevuta postale) serves as sufficient authorization to begin working as an employee or self-employed in Italy.
This adjustment not only streamlines the process for family permit applicants but also benefits employers seeking to hire skilled individuals or family members shortly after their arrival in the country. By eliminating unnecessary delays, businesses can efficiently onboard new employees and capitalize on their contributions without undue waiting periods.
The move reflects a progressive approach to immigration policy, recognizing the importance of facilitating the integration of newcomers into the workforce and society at large. It underscores Italy’s commitment to fostering a welcoming environment for immigrants and promoting their successful settlement and participation in the labor market.
For prospective applicants, this development opens up new opportunities and avenues for immediate engagement in the Italian workforce. It alleviates the financial strain associated with prolonged waiting periods and empowers individuals and families to establish themselves more swiftly in their new home.
Moreover, the revised regulations signal a broader shift towards more efficient and applicant-friendly immigration procedures, paving the way for smoother transitions and enhanced experiences for newcomers to Italy.
In conclusion, the Ministry of Labour’s decision to allow family permit applicants to start work immediately upon filing their application represents a positive step forward in immigration policy. By removing unnecessary barriers and facilitating early integration into the labor market, Italy reaffirms its commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and economic prosperity for all. | sociology |
http://conversation.salamzaban.com/mario-cuomo-speech-about-fairness-4/ | 2018-03-18T20:57:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-13/segments/1521257646176.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20180318204522-20180318224522-00381.warc.gz | 0.964526 | 489 | CC-MAIN-2018-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-13__0__192158238 | en | They would cut this nation in half, into those temporarily better off and those worse off than before, and call it recovery. We should not be embarrassed or dismayed if the process of unifying is difficult, even at times wrenching. Unlike any other party, we embrace men and women of every colour, every creed, every orientation, every economic class. In our family are gathered everyone from the abject poor of Essex County in New York, to the enlightened affluent of the gold coasts of both ends of our nation. And in between is the heart of our constituency, the middle class . . . The people not rich enough to be worry free but not poor enough to be on welfare. Those who work for a living because they have to.
White collar and blue collar. Young professionals, men and women in small business desperate for the capital and contracts they need to prove their worth. We speak for the minorities who have not yet entered the main-stream. For ethnics who want to add their culture to the mosaic that is America. For women indignant that we refuse to etch into our governmental commandments the simple rule ‘Thou shalt not sin against equality,’ a commandment so obvious it can be spelled in three letters . . . ERA! For young people demanding an education and a future. For senior citizens terrorized by the idea that their only security . . . their social security … is being threatened. For millions of reasoning people fighting to preserve environment from greed and stupidity and fighting to preserve our very existence from a macho intransigence that refuses to make intelligent attempts to discuss the possibility of nuclear holocaust with our enemy.
Refusing because they believe we can pile missiles so high that they will pierce the clouds and the sight of them will frighten our enemies into submission … That struggle to live with dignity is the real story of the shining city. It’s a story I didn’t read in a book, or learn in a classroom.
I saw it, and lived it, like many of you. I watched a small man with thick calluses on both hands work fifteen and sixteen hours a day, I saw him once literally bleed from the bottoms of his feet, a man who came here uneducated, alone unable to speak the language, who taught me all I needed to know about faith and hard work by the simple eloquence of his example. | sociology |
http://www.sojournhomestays.com/about-us-2/ | 2023-11-30T11:56:24 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100184.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130094531-20231130124531-00519.warc.gz | 0.957969 | 281 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__4648693 | en | The word “sojourn” means, “a period of time when one stays in a place as a traveler or guest.” It means visit, vacation, rest, and stop. It is our hope that Sojourn Homestays will provide all of these opportunities for international students studying at universities in Cleveland, Ohio.
Sojourn was founded in January 2014 in Cleveland, Ohio by Jonathan Putnam and Bryan Fitz and their families. After getting to know a group of English language students studying at a local college, we recognized that despite the best efforts of local universities, many international students find it difficult to form meaningful connections with the American public. Likewise, many Americans who desire to welcome and host foreign students are unsure how to connect with them. Sojourn Homestays was formed to bridge this gap and create space for life-changing relationships to form and grow through meals and lodging.
Our mission is to create space for meaningful conversation between east and west through American meals and lodging.
We create space:
- In our schedules for those we don’t yet know.
- At our tables to share food and conversation.
- In our homes to welcome the sojourner.
- In our minds to consider the world from a different perspective.
- In our hearts to love those who are like us and those who are not. | sociology |
https://www.visitplymouth.co.uk/whats-on/plymouth-pride-p2533323 | 2022-08-15T16:30:34 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00238.warc.gz | 0.844796 | 156 | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__112238213 | en | Free to all
The colourful loud and proud Pride Festival returns to Plymouth on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 August 2022 celebrating and promoting the diversity that exists within the LGBTQ communities!
All are welcome to join us to show your support and acceptance of our diverse people and talent.
Saturday 13th August
8.00 – 10.00 Stall Set Up
12.30 Pride Parade from Devonport Park
13.00 Event opens at Albion
21.00 Event closes leading into an After Party until late
Sun 14th August
12.30 Event Opens
13.00 LGBT+ Rugby Match
15.00 Discussions, information and debates
16.30 Pride Spoken Word followed by live Music
21.00 Event Closes | sociology |
http://darlingtonharriers.co.uk/family-friendly | 2019-06-24T16:23:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-26/segments/1560627999615.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20190624150939-20190624172939-00126.warc.gz | 0.975429 | 169 | CC-MAIN-2019-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-26__0__187310722 | en | Darlington Harriers is a family friendly club with a variety of family memberships on offer to ensure that we keep costs as low as possible and ensure you get value for money. A list of memberships can be found on the membership form which is on our 'Join us' section.
We see many mums and dads as well as grandparents signing up to join in on the fun and share trips out so the whole family can feel part of the day rather than just the individual.
We also encourage family members to join in on social functions, become club officials or support their family and friends at meetings by just being there.
So what are you waiting for?
John and Gabrielle Hall (Grandfather and Grandaughter)
Kevin, Dylan, Sarah and Harry Wilson one of the many families who are currently competing at the club | sociology |
https://dashboard.digital.auraria.edu/collection/6582f246-ea20-4078-9b34-1b2e79d98ca6?volume=4&issue=1 | 2024-04-18T02:18:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817184.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20240417235906-20240418025906-00267.warc.gz | 0.968278 | 174 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__78240214 | en | West Side Recorder (Vol. 4, Iss. 1)
West Side Recorder was one of many community-driven and activist newspapers that supported predominantly Chicanx and Latine neighborhoods of West Denver. It reported everything from neighborhood events, to major municipal issues, to the local appearances of activists like Cesar Chavez. It also served as a voice for the community during the displacement of Auraria neighborhood residents prior to the establishment of Auraria Campus. This collection comprises a decade of West Side Recorder from 1964 to 1974 with only a few issue gaps. Our hope is that the digitization of this crucial example of local voices from the Chicanx and Latine community will be of value to students and faculty interested in small-press papers that serve local communities of color, displaced persons, as well as to the former and current residents of Denver's West Side. | sociology |
https://ingomalyrics.com/tshivenda-language/ | 2022-06-28T06:04:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656103355949.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20220628050721-20220628080721-00751.warc.gz | 0.950993 | 287 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__266742155 | en | Venda or Tshivenda is a Bantu language and an official language of South Africa. It is mainly spoken by the Venda people in the northern part of South Africa’s Limpopo Province, as well as by some Lemba people in Zimbabwe. The Venda language is related to Kalanga, which is spoken in Zimbabwe and Botswana. During the apartheid era of South Africa, the bantustan of Venda was set up to cover the Venda speakers of South Africa.
According to the 2011 census, Venda speakers are concentrated in the following areas: Makhado Local Municipality, with 350,000 people; Thulamela Local Municipality, with 370,000 people; Musina Local Municipality, with 35,000 people; and Mutale Local Municipality, with 89,000 people. The total number of speakers in Vhembe district currently stands at 844,000. In Gauteng province, there are 275,000 Venda speakers. Fewer than 10,000 are spread across the rest of the country — for a total number of Venda speakers in South Africa at 1.2 million people or just 2.2% of South Africa’s population, making Venda speakers the second smallest minority language in South Africa, after the Ndebele language, which number 1.1 million speakers. | sociology |
https://lettersfromanut.wordpress.com/2017/09/14/a-couple-notes-on-being-single/ | 2019-04-21T16:54:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-18/segments/1555578531994.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20190421160020-20190421181034-00005.warc.gz | 0.962295 | 559 | CC-MAIN-2019-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-18__0__158716697 | en | First: A friend linked to this blog post a while back: “Five things singles wish married couples knew.” I like that this is true to its title. It isn’t “five things you can do for your single friends”, it’s just information. And it’s true. I think a lot of my married friends already know this stuff (having been single themselves and all) but it’s a good reminder.
Second: Alastair Roberts has been answering questions on CuriousCat. The questions may vary widely, but Roberts’ thoughtfulness and respect do not. One of his answers (to a question about prolonged or permanent bachelorhood) struck me as perhaps one of the most encouragingly frank statements about single life I have ever read.
While we should always focus on our own agency, responsibility, and capacity in whatever situation we find ourselves in, there are a great many situations in which it won’t be enough to change matters in the ways that we desire.
What it can do, however, is save us from acting and thinking as the abject victims of circumstance. It can make us aware of the ways in which, by giving other people such as a spouse such an elevated place in our imagined happiness, we are engaged in fairly delusional thinking, pinning expectations on them that they could never possibly fulfill. Once we recognize this and act accordingly, we can be a lot happier, whether in or out of a relationship.
In our society, it is easy to believe that it is only possible to be fulfilled and live a meaningful life if you are in a relationship or married. But marriage really isn’t the only way to satisfy our basic human needs for purpose, belonging, stewardship, dignity, and meaning. And when marriage is unlikely, it is incredibly important to reject the notion that its impossibility means that we must learn to live without all of these other things. We shouldn’t surrender ourselves to unfulfilment. While there are certain things that we will lack (a sexual union and biological children, for instance), if we take responsibility for pursuing these things in other ways, we can be fulfilled. This doesn’t mean that it won’t be difficult and painful, but we can rise to our full stature through difficulty and pain: we can’t do so without the satisfaction of our basic human existential needs.
A lack of discomfort can inure us to deep existential lack in our lives. The unhappily unmarried person, who may well have to learn to live in their unchosen state is pushed to learn lessons to which others never truly awake, never developing the wisdom to recognize and escape stunted aspects of their lives. | sociology |
https://diystandingdeskkit.astradea.com/new-direction-education/ | 2023-06-02T12:50:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224648635.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20230602104352-20230602134352-00398.warc.gz | 0.98387 | 367 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__58788800 | en | A New Direction in Education
Schools are supposed to ensure that students are able to learn in an appropriate environment. Although textbooks are vital in making sure that students learn the material for the different areas of study for their particular grade level, if students are not comfortable in the classroom, learning can seem more like a chore rather than an opportunity to master something new. For far too long, the desks that students sit in for six hours per day are so uncomfortable and poorly designed that they cannot actually help students enjoy the learning experience, but with the standing desks that have begun to make their way into classrooms across the country, the schools are taking steps in making sure not only that students learn but also that they are improving their health.
Here an example of an Elementary School in Palm Coast, Florida.
Human beings are born to be physically active, so sitting all day is quite unhealthy. As we hear frequently in the media, obesity is on the rise and our children of today may not live to be as old as their parents due to their sedentary lifestyle and poor eating habits; however, by using standing desks, these children burn 20% more calories per hour than those sitting at a traditional desk, thus helping them lose weight as they learn. Moreover, as the children stand, they are also improving their posture.
Standing desks can also help students psychologically. By standing while learning, the students feel more energized and are able to listen to the teacher and participate in class discussions. Additionally, their attention span is improved so that they can focus better on their work rather than becoming distracted easily. By becoming more alert, students are improving the health of their brain at the same time.
Research shows that two-thirds of students prefer to use standing desks and with such promise, these desks could eventually become the norm in our schools. | sociology |
https://jmds.upou.edu.ph/index.php/journal/article/view/31 | 2023-11-28T16:48:17 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679099892.46/warc/CC-MAIN-20231128151412-20231128181412-00126.warc.gz | 0.940938 | 205 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__193153901 | en | Main Article Content
This study aims to investigate the relationship between cultural heritage preservation and tourism management and to examine sustainable management practices at world heritage sites in Sukhothai Province. The qualitative research approaches were applied; in-depth interviews were conducted with twenty-seven key informants. The results showed that sustainable heritage management has made a positive impact on the local economy and social and cultural conservation of the World Heritage. The Park Authority has developed and conserved archaeological sites with various stakeholder assistance, particularly for physical management, but it has not yet utilized archaeological heritage in the park for greater tourism development. There is a gap between heritage and tourism in describing integration between what is protected in heritage and what is a sustainable use of heritage as a tourism resource. Local community had limited knowledge to participate in the decision-making process and did not have active role in development and management of the world heritage. Guidelines for sustainable integration of cultural heritage and tourism management are proposed.
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. | sociology |
https://www.kathmandu.co.nz/how-to-avoid-contributing-to-overtourism | 2021-03-02T13:03:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-10/segments/1614178364008.55/warc/CC-MAIN-20210302125936-20210302155936-00336.warc.gz | 0.940172 | 710 | CC-MAIN-2021-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-10__0__100709398 | en | Back in 2011, the United Nations World Tourism Organization estimated that 1.8 billion people would travel internationally every year. Eleven years before that deadline, that figure is already at 1.4 billion.
That is a staggering number as it sits right now, equating to approximately 1 in 5 people on the planet. While tourism has done wonders for many economies, nationally and locally, it has some negative effects on many levels, from the way towns and cities function through to the effects global travel patterns have on the climate crisis. This boom in tourism has led to what we now call ‘overtourism’.
The concept of overtourism has been a slow burner, but only recently has it become a topic of importance amongst travel advocates.
Places like Barcelona, Venice and Machu Picchu are struggling to deal with the number of tourists that pass through each year. With a current population of 636,244 people, Venice sees an estimated 20,000,000 tourists every year, with this number growing each year.
Travel and adventure are the ultimate educators, bringing cultures and countries closer together. But as travellers, it is important for us to think about how we can minimise our impact when we explore our planet.
Travel off the beaten path
The world’s most popular tourist destinations are popular for a reason. They often have remarkable sights, unique history and mesmerising landscapes that everybody wants to see. Unfortunately, these are usually the places that receive the largest impact from overtourism.
If you want to minimise your own impact, choose somewhere lesser-known to explore. Instead of going to Bali because it’s cheap and easy, consider travelling to one of the other 17,000+ islands that make up Indonesia. Not only will you help inject money straight into different communities, chances are you’ll be one of only a handful of travellers there.
Just because somewhere doesn’t have millions of visitor numbers every year, doesn’t make it any less worth visiting. If you want to go trekking in the mountains but don’t like the idea of overcrowding on the trails of Nepal, research Kyrgyzstan here and get packing!
Get out of your comfort zone and embrace local experiences
Did you know that one-third of Aussies and Kiwis actively avoid authentic local experiences when travelling overseas? This is a staggering statistic when you consider that almost half of Kiwis and a third of Aussies think of themselves as the planet’s best travellers. The Helpful or Harmful video series with Jan Fran dove deeper into this curious phenomenon via a look at Bali, Nepal and in Australia itself.
Lots of people love the idea of travel, but don’t like to get out of their comfort zone. They’ll stay in the confines of a resort, eat food they know from back home and don’t try to learn about new cultures or experiences.
By refusing to embrace these local interactions on the road, it actually contributes to the negative effects of tourism. It essentially treats the hosts of a country as though they aren’t worthy of our time.
Be open to trying things that you can’t do back home. Visit a temple, chat with locals on public transport, sample a meal that you’ve never seen before. You’ll learn so much more about yourself if you do while opening your heart and mind at the same time. | sociology |
https://sethquant.com/a-testimony-too-good-not-to-share/ | 2024-04-22T19:49:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818337.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20240422175900-20240422205900-00377.warc.gz | 0.989307 | 631 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__124386496 | en | Again, thank you so much for your prayer and financial support. Your partnership makes testimonies like these possible.
This testimony is fresh from the Life Group that we started in March 2021. This first Life Group is expected to finish their program towards the end of 2022. We are excited to invite new members into our next groups in 2023.
A 2022 Life Group Recovery Program Testimony
Before starting Life Group, my day-to-day overflowed with frustration and anger. I didn't know God.
The family I grew up in was troubled and secretive, and I rarely felt secure at home. Throughout childhood, I regularly felt my family did not care about me. My home environment prevented me from asking for help from others. It was nearly impossible to rely on my family for anything. My relationships outside my family became especially difficult as well.
These difficulties and insecurities carried into raising my oldest son. I strictly controlled him. My anger and verbal abuse became weapons to correct him when he misbehaved. I thought this was going to help him succeed. He developed behavioral problems, delinquencies, accidents, and incidents that constantly troubled me.
The fallout from his behavior became a primary reason I started and remained in the Life Group program. At the beginning of the program, I finally admitted I was wrong, confessing I was not God. It was a tremendous change in my life.
I wrote down the things that hurt me for the Life Group mental inventory. Realizing I was not responsible for many things that deeply wounded me was a huge relief. In this inventory, I also wrote down some things for which I was grateful. This reflection made me confront my responsibility for the people I hurt. It became clear that I felt sorry for myself as a child and could not let go until I was much older. This prevented me from forgiving those who had hurt me. Naturally, others hurt me, and I hurt others. I blamed others for my mistakes.
After the inventory, I crucified and buried my old self. Then I was able to forgive others. I took responsibility for making amends to others and began to make things right again. Praise God; now I am new.
My first son was an incredible blessing, and God had entrusted him to me. The painful experiences with raising my oldest son have become a blessing that has enriched my life. Recently, my oldest son started a family, and our family has grown. It has been a joy for my family, bringing healing and restoration. God's plan is Amazing!
This program taught me to know God and myself. I learned to be still and to keep going. I was given friends. Throughout the program's steps, the Lord was always in the center and treated me with great care and respect. He also taught me responsibility.
I am sure there will be many challenges to come. But I feel secure in Jesus because of my experience in this program.
Thank you, God! I really look forward to building our relationship now and forever!
Have you heard any similar testimonies lately? | sociology |
https://www.thestonesoupcollective.com/our-vision | 2023-12-04T15:51:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100531.77/warc/CC-MAIN-20231204151108-20231204181108-00317.warc.gz | 0.96342 | 131 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__173216848 | en | Better Community Through Soup
We are a committed group of Charleston citizens who share a vision of a community where all are nourished body and spirit by the abundance of the Lowcountry, its earth and its people, one bowl of soup at a time.
Our mission is to align the efforts of the Lowcountry to nourish our community through a buy 1, give 1 plant-based soup collective.
If you are inspired by our vision and our mission and would like to get involved, please check out our volunteer opportunities or donate here. The easiest way to support our efforts is to become a regular customer: every bowl you buy fills a bowl for a | sociology |
http://www.iml.org/page.cfm?key=6640&parent=389 | 2017-02-26T10:14:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-09/segments/1487501171971.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20170219104611-00550-ip-10-171-10-108.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.93513 | 246 | CC-MAIN-2017-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-09__0__204247581 | en | Governor Signs Local Government Consolidation Commission Into Law
Governor Quinn signed HB 268
into law as P.A. 97-0316
. The new law creates a seventeen-member commission to "make a survey of the entire structure of local governments and of their organization, powers, jurisdictions, and functions." The Commission is tasked with three primary responsibilities. These responsibilities are to:
- Study all laws governing the organization, powers, jurisdiction, and functions of local governments.
- Study the inter-relationships of local governments to each other and to federal and State governments.
- Formulate specific recommendations for legislation or constitutional amendments to (i) permit effective management of local affairs, (ii) encourage local policy decision making, (iii) reduce the multiplicity of local governments, (iv) eliminate overlapping and duplicating of unnecessary powers, (v) increase efficiency and economy in local governments, and (vi) allow optional forms of local governments and increase their authority for cooperation among the levels of government.
HB 268 was one of two bills and a resolution that were introduced
during the 2011 spring legislative session that had as their intent the streamlining of local governments. The other two failed to gain passage. | sociology |
http://www.oblaw.ca/legal-services/toronto-employment-lawyer-is-an-employer-responsible-for-stopping-cyberspace-harassment/ | 2023-12-05T01:35:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100540.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20231205010358-20231205040358-00469.warc.gz | 0.969458 | 582 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__318035376 | en | The right of an employee to work in an environment free from harassment is very clear in both the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. However, as with many legal questions, the lines can become somewhat blurred when the Internet is involved. After all, cyberspace is infamous for denizens who freely share distasteful opinions. So, the question remains: Is an employer responsible for cyberspace harassment in the same way that they’re responsible for workplace harassment?
Case Study: Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 113 v. Toronto Transit Commission (TTC)
The subject came up quite recently in a local case worked on by an employment lawyer in Toronto, wherein workers filed a grievance regarding the TTC’s public twitter account.
Irate passengers were using the TTC account to post derogatory, abusive, racist, sexist, homophobic, and threatening remarks, often referring to specific TTC employees by name or badge number. In the motion, the union claimed that the TTC had contributed to a hostile work environment by creating a forum for the abusive tweets. The TTC argued that the Twitter account served a legitimate business purpose in addressing customer service concerns, and that TTC could not control the public misuse of the account.
The Arbitrator determined that the TTC was liable for failing to protect its employees from online harassment. While the TTC could not be personally responsible for what individuals said, they were responsible for managing the Twitter account, and had not been taking all reasonable and practical measures to limit harassment on the platform. The court determined that they were therefore in violation of the employees’ rights to a workplace free from harassment as required by the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
What Does This Mean for You?
While the case involved unionized employees, the decision has implications that stretch to all employers. Employees who receive online harassment through any workplace-related channel, whether it’s through a workplace social media account or through other online media as a result of their positions, the employer must take reasonable measures to attempt to see that the harassment is put to an end.
Employers should always be mindful of what is coming into their company social media accounts, and must see that any harassment or abuse coming through those accounts is dealt with swiftly and appropriately. If a medium is providing a constant stream of harassment directed towards employees, the employer should also consider revising their policies and procedures to ensure that their social media efforts are not leaving them liable for harassment directed towards their workers.
Employees should bear in mind that their right to a workplace environment free from harassment does extend to online platforms, and that if their employer cannot sufficiently deal with such harassment, that they have the right to take the matter to court. In such cases, they may be entitled to a range of damages as a result of their employer’s negligence. | sociology |
https://www.maldonadomedia.com/sv | 2023-09-22T23:50:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506429.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20230922234442-20230923024442-00457.warc.gz | 0.969441 | 172 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__69038100 | en | Street vendors are as embedded in the New York business ecosystem as brick and mortar shops. Thousands of people, often immigrants and people of color, operate street vendor businesses, selling anything from fresh produce and flowers to medicine and clothing from carts, trucks, and tables.
Obtaining a street vending permit from the city involves navigating bureaucracy that often leads nowhere; nearly 12,000 people are on the waitlist, a fourth of which are for the Bronx. Thousands of people choose to continue running their street vendor business without a permit, risking $1,000 fines.
At a protest in Bryant Park, protesters from all over the city gathered to voice their support for an increase in the Excluded Workers Fund. The EWF was a federal project that allocated money to those who had no way of showing proof or documentation of loss of income due to the pandemic. | sociology |
http://www.ffkids.org/purpose | 2019-09-18T14:07:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-39/segments/1568514573289.83/warc/CC-MAIN-20190918131429-20190918153429-00010.warc.gz | 0.967713 | 300 | CC-MAIN-2019-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-39__0__89114136 | en | The Purpose of Foster Care
Foster care exists to provide a family and their child(ren) with an alternative to living together in the unfortunate case that being in the same home is either unsafe or impossible. Foster care may also be used for children who are suddenly in the position of having no family or home. In either case, the goal of this agency is to assist the child with the reunification with its family-of-origin. In the case of a child or children whose parent's rights are terminated, Fostering Futures is committed to supporting and assisting those clients in the acquisition of an adoptive family. It is the belief of the agency that all children need a place to call home.
Specific reasons for the placement of a child in foster care include several different scenarios. Parents might be unable to care for their children due to illness, death, or economic conditions. There may also be situations of abuse or neglect that have required youth to be removed from the home. The parents and family may not be able to provide supervision or direction that is needed to keep the child(ren) out of a foster care placement. Such youth may be in a position to work towards reunification with other family members, and in that case, a foster care placement enables them to safely participate in family and community life until they can enter a placement with family. In these cases, youth may eventually be placed with extended family, who can be licensed as foster parents through Fostering Futures. | sociology |
https://advance.vic.edu.au/why-and-how-to-donate/ | 2018-09-23T12:58:02 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-39/segments/1537267159359.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20180923114712-20180923135112-00303.warc.gz | 0.955773 | 289 | CC-MAIN-2018-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-39__0__202598149 | en | Advance is a registered charity and supports disadvantaged people on the Mornington Peninsula. We have three sites – Hastings, Mornington and Rosebud that service the most disadvantaged areas on the Peninsula. We support more than 1,000 people annually, including families, youth ‘at risk’, homeless and people with disabilities.
Our main focus is to re-engage people back into education and training with the ultimate goal for them to obtain sustainable employment. We provide quality low cost training and education, career development, employment support and community engagement. Some of the services we provide do not attract any funding and although these services are critical, our participants are not in a position to be able to pay for them.
We rely on funding from government and public donations to provide these additional services to some of the most disadvantaged people in our community. Government funding is increasingly difficult to achieve which places a significant burden on our already stretched resources.
With your generous support we can continue to assist the most disadvantaged and vulnerable members of our community. All donations are tax deductible and 100% of donations go directly to support our participants, not to administration.
Donations can be made by:
• Visiting any of our three sites or;
• Mail to PO Box 524 Rosebud 3939 or;
• Direct deposit into our Bendigo Bank account
Account No. 1509 05636
Donations are tax deductible. | sociology |
https://www.vicpridelobby.org/ | 2023-06-02T17:31:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224648850.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20230602172755-20230602202755-00450.warc.gz | 0.895837 | 136 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__259413380 | en | The Victorian Pride Lobby is a volunteer advocacy group working toward equality and social justice for the Victorian LGBTIQA+ community.
To do this, we work constructively, cooperatively, and respectfully with trans and gender diverse, intersex, asexual, and other communities and organisations that support our mission and vision.
Become a Member
What we’re working on
Supporting members of the trans community in bringing their concerns and stories to their Member of Parliament
Rainbow Local Government
LGBTIQA+ priorities for Local Government
It Takes More
Getting more LGBTIQA+ people elected to the Victorian Parliament | sociology |
http://mangedebout.longmusic.com/shaft/Conformity-And-Obedience-In-Society-Essay.html | 2020-09-23T21:17:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600400212959.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20200923211300-20200924001300-00005.warc.gz | 0.955907 | 1,136 | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__274007622 | en | Conformity And Obedience in Society. Paper type: Essay: Pages: 2 (317 words) Categories: Character And Integrity, Conformity And Obedience, Psychology: Downloads: 24: Views: 369: Normative social influence occurs when a person desires to be liked and accepted by a group. They will publicly conform and change their behaviour but they will still privately reject their views. This change in.
Type: Essay, 7 pages Conformity is a major theme in Fight Club, and there are a number of specific scenes that display the rejection of it and characters falling victim to it, sometimes unbeknownst to them. The Narrator, our main character, is a complex individual. He fits into almost every textbook example of social psychology.
Effects of Social Influence on One's Self This essay defines the phenomenon of Conformity, Obedience and Deviance in the light of historic research and contemporary experiments. Concluding to the fact that deviance is a valuable Human attribute that makes our life what it is today.
Conformity and obedience are both social behaviors that are influenced by those around us and determines our behavior in social situations. When we change our attitude or behavior based on those around us, we are conforming to their behavior. When we obey what we are told, by what we perceive to be an authority figure, we are being obedient.
Conformity in Dead Poets Society Obedience lays the groundwork of society. Without obedience, the world would be full of turmoil and disorder. In order for individuals to preserve their distinctiveness and a reliable and anchored society, symmetry between disobedience and obedience need to be present.Learn More
To put it in simple words, the relationships of conformity and obedience emerge only in case of the presence of a social group that influences an individual and it is the group an individual conforms his or her actions and behavior with or obeys to.Learn More
Conformity is a word most people are familiar with, but what this truly is, and its significance is harder to answer. Conformity and Obedience are both in part a result of social influence. The key difference being that while obedience is following a.Learn More
This Essay will discuss the factors influencing the behaviour of Mark, in relation to conformity and obedience.Should he comply and obey with his officer’s strict instructions to work alone, or will he stop to help a fellow trainee.Mark is a soldier on training in the Brecon Beacons, he is under order to work alone and not to stop to help anyone.Learn More
The Conformity of the Plan to Republican Principles A series of eighty-five essays hoping to ratify the constitution of the United States of America was the Federalist papers. These essays came about in the late 1780’s and were written by James Madison, John Jay, and Alexander Hamilton. They were concerned about the merits of the constitution. In this essay, we will look at only two papers.Learn More
Conformity, compliance and obedience are all forms of social influence that strongly affect our everyday lives. This paper looks into the three different concepts of social influence, focusing particularly on the factors that affect the extent of influence and the various researches that has been done on them.Learn More
Conformity and Obedience. Conformity and Obedience Task: outline and evaluate findings from conformity and obedience research and consider explanations for conformity (and non-conformity), as well as evaluating Milgram’s studies of obedience (including ethical issues). The following essay will be about understanding what is meant by and distinguishing the differences between the terms.Learn More
Obedience, Conformity and Compliance- all are human behaviors. Let’s look at the following incidents- 1. The student followed his teacher’s orders. 2. The parents bought a crib for their new born baby. 3. The factory implemented all the safety measures (for its workers) set by the Government. In the first example above, we see the student doing as he was told by his teacher. That means he.Learn More
Conformity and obedience in society essay Sportsmanship means not only taking part in human interactions and playing the assumption that are evident in psychology. These by color rating or refusal to conform, attitudes, etc. Conformity and obedience conformity and obedience are two forms of social influence has a number of sociology guide.Learn More
Obedience is the act of following orders without question because they come from a legitimate authority. There are many legitimate authorities in a person's life from their parents to teachers at school and even spiritual leaders. Most of these authority figures that have been named are given their authority by society. We are just told to follow what they tell you to do. In other words we are.Learn More
Essays require a essays on conformity and obedience lot of effort for successful completion. Many small details need to be taken care of for essays on conformity and obedience desired grades. Therefore, we recommend you professional essay tutoring. The expert essay tutors at Nascent Minds will elaborate every single detail to you. They will.Learn More
Conformity and Obedience in Society The desire to be accepted and belong to a group is an undeniable human need. But how does this need affect an individual? Social psychologists have conducted numerous experiments and concluded that, through various forms of social influence, groups can change their members’ thoughts, feelings, and behavior. In her essay “Group Minds,” Doris Lessing.Learn More | sociology |
https://wallerawan-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/about-our-school/principal-s-message.html | 2019-12-10T23:35:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-51/segments/1575540529516.84/warc/CC-MAIN-20191210233444-20191211021444-00134.warc.gz | 0.953562 | 136 | CC-MAIN-2019-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-51__0__70870883 | en | As Principal of Wallerawang Public School, I continue to work with students, parents/caregivers and the local community to form a positive, productive school environment for all students.
Students are encouraged to be actively engaged and encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning.
The staff at Wallerawang Public School are experienced, dedicated and highly committed to providing quality educational programs. All staff at Wallerawang Public School follow a holistic approach to educating students.
Wallerawang Public School prides itself on being a friendly, family oriented school that has a very supportive school community.
Loyalty, Truth and Obedience form the school ethos. | sociology |
https://joel-gailer.squarespace.com/projects-1/2017/4/27/doctorate-research-exhibition | 2019-10-23T02:42:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570987828425.99/warc/CC-MAIN-20191023015841-20191023043341-00408.warc.gz | 0.960771 | 114 | CC-MAIN-2019-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__83016407 | en | This is the exhibition outcome for my Doctorate of Philosophy, titled; The copy as a paradox of change, copying and mimicry in social interaction.
My research explored the role of copying as an agent for change. I studied creative and social examples in which the act of copying was a revolutionary act that created change. I found this to be a paradox that undermined concepts of singular originality.
And here is my thesis - The copy as a paradox of change: copying and mimicry in social interaction.
Photography by Keelan O'Hehir | sociology |
https://ccfnsw.com/programs/women-in-civil/women-in-civil-virtual-communities/ | 2024-03-05T05:11:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707948217723.97/warc/CC-MAIN-20240305024700-20240305054700-00744.warc.gz | 0.926543 | 188 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__31222255 | en | Upcoming Virtual Community Events
Tuesday 21 November 2023 – 12.00pm
Topic: Thought Leadership via Social Media
Presenter: Renee Francis, Director, The Bubble Co. thebubbleco.com.au
About the CCF NSW Women in Civil – Virtual Community
Our Women in Civil Virtual Community was created to connect women in the industry across all of NSW.
If you are a female and working for one of our family of CCF NSW members, you can join our Virtual Community instantly.
As part of the CCF NSW Women in Civil Program, Virtual Community webinar events provide regular online education sessions covering a range of topics and guest speakers. Join us to network with your peers, share information and participate in different opportunities and experiences.
Registering also ensures you receive information about our other upcoming Women in Civil events.
These events are open to all females employed by a CCF NSW member. | sociology |
https://celinekiernan.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/goodnight-dad-sweet-dreams-well-miss-you/ | 2018-07-19T07:53:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676590711.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20180719070814-20180719090814-00517.warc.gz | 0.985656 | 495 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__159727824 | en | My dad’s favourite saying was ‘feck the begrudgers’. He said there were far too many people in this world willing to point a finger and laugh and put others down. Dad wasn’t one of those people. If my brother Fergus and I said we wanted to build a ship and fly to the moon, Dad would have been out the back garden welding on the rockets. He’d have opened his encyclopaedia of a brain and come up with the formula for rocket fuel. He’d have gone on to Google and looked up the route.
Fergus and I spent our whole lives clutching our heads and whining ‘Daad, shut uup‘. Because Dad was so proud of us, and he was determined that every one would know just how proud. But we weren’t the only ones. In the four days since Dad’s death, the phone and the internet have been abuzz with kids of all ages getting in touch to let us know how much he meant to them. Some of them hadn’t seen or talked to Dad since they were in school, but they’d never forgotten him or how he had influenced the way they felt about themselves. It turned out he had, in so many words, told them all to ‘feck the begrudgers.’
Dad’s four grandchildren, Emmet, Grace, Luke and Carl, called him and Mam ‘the hedgehogs’. They also called their grandad ‘epic’. I’m glad they know how lucky they were to have had someone like Eoghan Cahill on their side.
Dad, you were always small – even more so as the cancer you fought for two decades wore you down – but anyone who knew you will attest that you cast a giant shadow. You were a tiny, hedgehog-shaped little man, but you have left an huge legacy of positivity behind you. We love you Dad. We’ll miss you. You made the world a better place.
Twenty years ago, appalled by the lack of support for men with cancer, Dad changed the lives of fellow suffers by setting up the support group Men Against Cancer. If you would like to support MAC and other amazing organisations like it, please please please donate to the Irish Cancer Society. Thank you. | sociology |
https://www.diocesemadisonfoundation.org/cmc | 2024-03-02T15:40:55 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475833.51/warc/CC-MAIN-20240302152131-20240302182131-00229.warc.gz | 0.945238 | 128 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__6949438 | en | Catholic Multicultural Center Endowment
The Catholic Multicultural Center (CMC) is dedicated to helping our brothers and sisters in need by serving the whole person. We accomplish this mission by meeting immediate needs, providing opportunities for educational and professional growth, and offering community-based activities to recognize and respect the dignity of each person.
This endowment ensures that the CMC can continue to make a difference, one person at a time, well into the future. CMC’s programs serve a diverse group of people from all walks of life who find themselves in need, with a focus on serving immigrant communities within the Madison Diocese. | sociology |
https://fx10.org/?p=1261 | 2024-04-12T23:35:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816465.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20240412225756-20240413015756-00796.warc.gz | 0.974927 | 557 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__71587654 | en | The Dangers of Gambling
Gambling is an activity where people place something of value, such as money, on the outcome of a random event or a set of circumstances. It is often accompanied by the promise of winning a prize. It is a highly addictive activity, and one that can cause serious consequences for those who are addicted. Gambling is a popular activity around the world, and it contributes to the economy of many countries. For some people, gambling is a fun and exciting hobby that gives them an adrenaline rush and a sense of accomplishment. However, for others, it is a harmful addiction that causes them to lose control of their finances and their relationships. In addition, it can lead to health problems, ruined family life and even bankruptcy.
Some people are able to control their gambling and are able to use it as a source of income. They know which games to play, how much to bet and have the knowledge of probability and strategy to make a profit. This type of person is referred to as a professional gambler. Those who are not able to control their gambling and end up losing money are considered problem gamblers. These individuals may experience depression or other mental health issues, which can interfere with their lives and relationships. They may also have trouble at work or school and can become irritable, depressed and withdrawn. They may spend more time at casinos or other places where gambling is available and begin hiding evidence of their behavior.
Throughout history, gambling has been considered to be an exciting and entertaining pastime. It is a global industry that generates billions of dollars every year, and it contributes to the economic stability of many countries. It can also be an outlet for stress and a way to escape from everyday worries. The practice of gambling has been found to stimulate the brain in a similar way that drugs do, and it can cause changes in the brain’s chemical makeup. This can be especially problematic for those who have a history of substance abuse or gambling addiction.
Research has shown that some people can develop an addiction to gambling, and it is important for people who have this problem to seek treatment. A counselor can help a person understand his or her relationship with gambling and consider other ways to deal with the urges. Treatment options include cognitive-behavioral therapy, which teaches people to resist unwanted thoughts and behaviors. In addition, some medications are available to treat co-occurring conditions that can be associated with gambling.
Most studies of gambling have focused on the financial costs and benefits. However, this approach is limited and underestimates the harms caused by gambling. Using a public health approach, researchers can incorporate measures of quality of life, called disability weights, to discover the social cost of gambling and to evaluate its impacts on gamblers and their families. | sociology |
https://www.carcoustics.com/company/values | 2024-04-15T15:00:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817002.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20240415142720-20240415172720-00736.warc.gz | 0.968035 | 209 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__96392186 | en | Values Each and every one of our employees makes a vital contribution to Carcoustics' success – and to the company's future. They are supported by an open culture that is based on a sense of community and a clear set of values. Commitment means working at Carcoustics is being part of it and always giving your best. Trust & Responsibility is our central approach. Managers and employees act like entrepreneurs and are always keeping Carcoustics‘ success in focus! Lifelong Learning is the key to success - for employees as well as for the company. We are looking to the future with an open view for the world. Open Culture is defined by being open for ideas, feedback and honest communication as well as new ways of thinking. Innovation is more than a new product solution. It includes pragmatic and unconventional, solution-oriented working and thinking outside the box. Flexibility not only lies in thinking but also in cooperation beyond borders, mobile work, modern working atmosphere and offering various opportunities for a satisfying work-life balance. | sociology |
https://www.anglerrestaurant.com/whats-on-moorgate/news-press/chatting-food/ | 2019-05-23T08:45:19 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-22/segments/1558232257197.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20190523083722-20190523105722-00184.warc.gz | 0.939928 | 182 | CC-MAIN-2019-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-22__0__140968804 | en | “The event held on 23 May will see five of the country’s finest chefs cook a spectacular five-course feast in aid of national charity FoodCycle.
The chefs will be turning their talents to surplus food, making use of food that may otherwise be wasted to create their masterpieces.
The Gala is being run in partnership with Just Eat, and all proceeds will go directly to FoodCycle, a national charity with 40 projects across England, which cooks surplus food into healthy, three-course meals for people at risk of food poverty and social isolation.
FoodCycle is celebrating its 10th birthday this year and the milestone of having served over 1 million meals to communities across the country.”
•When: 6.30 pm – 11pm, Thursday 23rd May
•Where: Fishmongers’ Hall, London Bridge, EC4R 9EL | sociology |
https://neinazarene.org/Events/ctl/ArticleView/mid/17692/articleId/1055403/30th-General-Assembly | 2024-04-14T17:40:35 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816893.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414161724-20240414191724-00202.warc.gz | 0.932741 | 240 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__83518296 | en | Every four years, Nazarenes from around the world gather for the General Assembly and Conventions of the Church of the Nazarene. They come together to represent their home churches and districts and to participate as members of this global expression of the kingdom of God. Included in these gatherings are powerful corporate worship services, inspiring messages from the Board of General Superintendents, relevant and meaningful workshops, and plenty of opportunities for fellowship, reconnecting, and making new friends.
Additionally, the General Assembly constitutes the “supreme doctrine-formulating, lawmaking, and elective authority of the Church of the Nazarene” (Manual, 300) and thus serves as a venue for electing denominational leaders making important decisions that impact future generations of the church. The General Conventions of Nazarene Missions International (NMI), Nazarene Youth International (NYI), Nazarene Discipleship International (NDI), and the Global Nazarene Education Consortium are held in the days leading up to General Assembly. While voting is restricted to only those officially elected delegates, participation in the events of the General Assembly and Conventions is open to the general public. | sociology |
https://tomaino.medium.com/the-vaccine-is-good-and-it-wont-solve-our-problems-485cf583b83b?source=post_internal_links---------2---------------------------- | 2023-12-06T03:21:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100583.13/warc/CC-MAIN-20231206031946-20231206061946-00817.warc.gz | 0.975298 | 1,821 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__34489720 | en | The vaccine is good, and it won’t solve our problems.
I spent months trying to figure out when it would be my turn to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. And like many in Massachusetts, I did not have much help in that quest from our political leadership. Governor Charlie Baker seemed downright blasé in February as vaccination efforts got off to a slow and confusing start.
Massachusetts is catching up, and I managed to get vaccinated a couple weeks ago at a CVS MinuteClinic. (Full disclosure: I have two eligible medical criteria, and the nurse delivered on her promise of a painless jab.) More residents are becoming eligible today, and Massachusetts’s vaccination strategy is also getting a boost from the federal government.
But many were still scratching their heads about February’s vaccine chaos. And there is an unacceptable racial lag as people in working class, communities of color face extra obstacles to vaccination. As of April 1, more than 33 percent of white residents have received at least one dose compared with 22 percent of Black people and 15 percent of Latinx people.
What happened? How did a state that is said to be a leader in healthcare, with a governor who ran on supposed technocratic cool and credentials from the health insurance industry, flub the early vaccination effort so thoroughly? Half of the answer is that leaders like Charlie Baker don’t really care that much about science. At almost every juncture, the governor’s office has tried to rush the re-opening: last spring when the worst was still to come, this winter when the vaccine was not even out the door, and now, in our schools, when teachers have not yet been fully vaccinated.
Even as they selectively refuse to actually “follow the science,” leaders like Charlie Baker have eagerly and successfully adopted the rhetoric of science. They have cast the pandemic as a purely biological crisis with a scientific solution. They seem to believe that this will help them manage the misery and dissent that this pandemic has exposed — that it will help them manage us.
But the problems with the Massachusetts vaccine strategy are deeply political. The last several months have been plagued by cozy powerbrokering, creeping privatization, hostility to public sector workers, and an unwillingness to address big problems with broad social programs. Even if everyone eventually receives the vaccine, these social ills will remain.
The Baker administration’s first big stumble was granting the state’s powerful hospital systems control over the earliest stages of the vaccination effort. We were told this was necessary to vaccinate healthcare workers who are in harm’s way. That is a worthy objective, but it did not go quite as planned.
According to GBH News, doctors at Boston’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital were concerned that the employee vaccination process had become a “free for all,” leaving some patient-facing workers unvaccinated while others received the vaccine. All winter, I heard anecdotal reports of hospital employees receiving the vaccine even though they work from home in functions like human resources and scientific research.
Another reason to empower the hospital systems was equity — making sure that the vaccine reaches marginalized communities, vulnerable people, and people of color. We need equity in this process desperately, but Governor Baker has used the concept as a figleaf. In late March, the governor seemed too eager to blame early delays on equity efforts. This confuses the issue and forces a false choice between equity and speed. Many, including Senator Elizabeth Warren, wondered: Why not both?
Local health authorities report that they were marginalized at the same time that big hospitals were empowered. Under-utilized public sector workers could have helped funnel vaccines to residents in a full-spectrum approach that promoted equity. Why didn’t they have a chance?
It might have something to do with the power of big hospital systems in our commonwealth. Mass General Brigham (formerly Partners Healthcare), for instance, is the largest employer in Massachusetts and a gold-plated medical brand with clout on Beacon Hill. These organizations are technically non-profits , but they still seek revenue and generate piles of cash. Mass General Brigham is perennially ranked the most expensive health provider in Massachusetts, with a huge impact on total healthcare costs. These private entities have their own, often surprising, definitions of the public interest. Last year, The New York Times named MGH as a prime example of hospitals that overcharge for care.
Big hospitals were positioned to get what they wanted in the vaccine effort, but they quarterbacked a very slow first quarter. By the second week of February, even the Baker administration seemed to realize that the hospitals were not delivering and curtailed their doses. After loud complaints from Mass General Brigham and others, the flow was restored.
Since then, it’s become even more clear that this process is shaped by the governor’s belief in health privatization. Burned by the hospitals, Governor Baker began touting the speed of temporary mass vaccination centers. However, facilities like the one at Gillette Stadium were spun up as give-aways to startup companies. Firms such as CIC Health — founded seven months ago by the celebrity surgeon Atul Gawande — received no-bid contracts potentially worth millions of dollars to run mass vaccination sites.
At the same time, Baker abandoned a mass vaccination plan that public health officials had been refining for twenty years. That strategy would have leveraged the expertise of local health departments that had clear procedures for running vaccination centers. Instead, as The Boston Globe quoted Dartmouth public health director Christopher Michaud, the Baker administration “took the playbook, threw it in the dumpster, and privatized the whole thing.” Contrast that with Virginia and other states that “have kept outside contractors from operating vaccine clinics, relying instead on local health departments and public workers.”
The governor is not only dismissive of public health workers; he also went to war with teachers who want a chance to receive the vaccine before returning to the classroom. The Baker administration was fine with police officers having a crack at the jab before many senior citizens, even though police appear highly hesitant to being vaccinated. Teachers are ready to do their part, but the governor dismissed their calls for dedicated vaccination clinics (like those made available to police) and a slightly delayed return.
As the nurse dosed me last week, I thought of the millions of people around the world who were doing this with me, and millions more who might never have the chance. I thought about the deep economic problems and racist oppression that the pandemic has laid bare. The vaccine is good, but as it went into my arm, it seemed silly to think of it as the solution to anything at all.
The vaccine is an amazing breakthrough and a big part of the way forward, but it won’t cure the ills that made this pandemic so destructive. Those problems demand that we state our moral priorities. Will we raise enough money and invest in the permanent infrastructure it takes to care for each other? Will we finally build a publicly-funded system of universal healthcare or just let self-styled technocrats like Charlie Baker privatize our public health?
I was optimistic about politics at the beginning of the pandemic. Embracing our duties and finally achieving universal healthcare will take a mass mobilization of citizens fighting with and for each other. There were hints of that last year — in the Bernie Sanders campaign, the extraordinary unemployment insurance boost, and the powerful protests against white supremacy. But those moments passed. As a modest $15 minimum wage dies in Congress, it seems that leaders in both parties are telling us that a social democratic answer to this crisis is off the table.
The United States and Great Britain responded to the Great Depression and World War II by building their safety nets. As we emerge from our own crisis, I’m struck by how little government did to protect poor people and to help workers keep their families safe.
The vaccine has a funny role in that. It’s the supposed scientific fix that political leaders told us to wait for while they low-balled economic aid and ultimately failed us. Instead of bailing out restaurant workers and paying high-risk folks to stay home, they told us to pin our hopes on the jab. In the rush to re-open, the vaccine was painted as a techno-utopian “solution” to everything.
We need to make the vaccine accessible and affordable to everyone, but we cannot abandon other basic precautions. And we cannot let the vaccine become a massive political sacrament — a mystifying ritual in which Americans shrug and simply accept the way we were led this year, silently reaffirming the order of things. It’s not a utopian exit from political mobilization nor an excuse to ignore the questions swirling in our own commonwealth.
Like the CVS nurse told me, it’s just a shot. | sociology |
http://www.bikeforbackpacks.com/the-ce-shop-foundation/ | 2018-05-22T12:12:51 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-22/segments/1526794864725.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20180522112148-20180522132148-00331.warc.gz | 0.960793 | 188 | CC-MAIN-2018-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-22__0__127213012 | en | The CE Shop Foundation
The CE Shop is the industry leader in real estate education. Driven by their core value to give back, they introduced The CE Shop Foundation in 2014 in support of backpack programs across the country. As leaders, we have a responsibility to give back to the communities that we serve. Through The CE Shop Foundation we have an even greater opportunity to impact the communities we serve and live in.
Our focus is on youth health and education. With nearly 18 million young people on free or subsidized lunch programs, the need to support childhood hunger is enormous. Backpack programs have been helping children get the nutritious and easy-to-prepare food they need over the course of the weekend. Today, bags of food assembled at more than 150 local food banks are distributed at the end of the week to nearly 230,000 children every year. With your help, we can provide more. Your donation supports your local food bank. | sociology |
https://holyfamilyclinic.com | 2024-04-17T13:39:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817153.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20240417110701-20240417140701-00119.warc.gz | 0.946537 | 298 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__76504718 | en | Holy Family Catholic Clinic is committed to providing superior, compassionate, life-affirming health care to patients of all ages, honoring the sanctity of life from conception to natural death, and supporting the Culture of Life.
Holy Family Catholic Clinic provides medical services across the entire lifespan—prenatal, pediatric, women’s, men’s, and geriatric care. We are strongly committed to the fundamental principles of acknowledging the dignity of each person and the dignity of the vocations of marriage and of parenthood by providing life-affirming medical care. The family is the building block of the Church and of society, so families which are healthy in mind, body, and spirit beget a healthy Church and society. We turn to the Holy Family as our guide and model of mutual love, humility, trust, and abandonment to God’s will, even amidst suffering. Unfortunately, the present cultural erosion of the family has permeated and been promoted in modern secular medicine, as evidenced by the attacks on the dignity of human life and on the vocations of marriage and parenthood in the form of abortion, physician-assisted suicide, and contraception and sterilization. The Holy Family Catholic Clinic is counter cultural to these trends by adhering to the life-affirming message outlined within the Ethical and Religious Directives of the Catholic Church. Our mission is to provide the best, life-affirming medical care to everyone seeking care at our clinic. | sociology |
https://www.gurneyfund.org/trustees-week-6-10-november-2023/ | 2023-11-30T08:09:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100172.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130062948-20231130092948-00802.warc.gz | 0.956527 | 296 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__140157091 | en | Trustees’ Week is a perfect opportunity for us to thank our trustees for their individual skills, experiences and perspectives which help to drive our charity forward, enabling us to continue to help as many children as possible within the police family.
The theme for this year’s Trustees’ Week is ‘Many Voices. Working together. With purpose’ and we are using this celebratory week to highlight how bringing these individual strengths together can achieve great things for our charity.
Our trustees have a wealth of experience both inside and outside the police family and the charitable world. They each have highly demanding jobs but devote their time to meet on four occasions each year whilst constantly promoting the work of the charity. This provides opportunities for collective decision-making and for contributing creative ideas to ensure our charity thrives with the sole purpose of helping more families in times of need.
Recently, the trustees decided it was time to refresh our brand in the hope that this will raise awareness, increase understanding, restore clarity, improve recognition and extend our reach to the wider community. The Gurney Fund became Police Children’s Fund. The way we look is changing but our trustees continue to support our beneficiaries in the same way.
Throughout this week we will share some of our trustee stories with you and once again say ‘thank you’ to them and the other one million trustees across the UK who strive to ensure their charities continue to help in a million ways. | sociology |
https://www.messagetogo.com/collections/get-chinspired/products/life-after-miscarriage | 2020-11-24T06:17:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-50/segments/1606141171126.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20201124053841-20201124083841-00270.warc.gz | 0.97071 | 348 | CC-MAIN-2020-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-50__0__210760769 | en | …so I was shouting to my husband that something had “fallen off”, that something had “come out” and that I didn’t know what it was. It sure looked like a big blood clot. It was my husband who said, “I think you’ve just gone through a miscarriage.”
Miscarriage - a taboo word not to be mentioned, a shameful secret to be swept under the rug.
Many women who have experienced miscarriages are suffering in silence, thinking there is something wrong with their bodies, that they've let their husbands and families down, or that they are simply not good enough.
Life After Miscarriage is a book to encourage any woman who has ever been through a miscarriage, or know of someone who has. The honest and real-life stories inside seek to inspire, support and encourage women to celebrate the possibility of conceiving again and to find hope after the loss of a baby - with the simple message that you are not alone in this journey, and that you are whole, beloved and complete - with or without child.
About the author
Sandra Chin is recognised by many as an inspirational, down-to-earth trainer and speaker with over 20 years' experience in youth and campus ministry. Passionate, powerful, practical and prophetic, her goal is to see women inspired and empowered to live their lives dynamically and without regrets. Together with her husband of 24 years, Pr Kenneth Chin, they both lead Acts Church in Kuala Lumpur.
ISBN 978-967-10135-9-5 Copyright © 2016 Chinspiration Communications. All rights reserved. Published by Chinspiration Communications. Language: English | sociology |
https://vermont.affordablehousing.com/ | 2023-10-01T17:38:02 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510924.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20231001173415-20231001203415-00472.warc.gz | 0.943924 | 185 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__217231990 | en | Search and apply to Projects Based Voucher units administered by the VSHA and other affordable rental housing in Vermont.
VSHA’s property listing website is powered by AffordableHousing.com, the nation’s largest resource for finding affordable rental properties.
The Section 8 Program provides rental assistance to help eligible families live in safe and decent housing of their choice. The family pays a portion of the rent based on a percentage of their household adjusted income (typically 30%) and the remaining rent is paid by the housing agency. Read more about the Section 8 Program from HUD.
This program promotes family unification by providing rental assistance to families for whom the lack of adequate housing is a primary factor in the separation, or threat of imminent separation...
This program provides rental assistance to people with disabilities experiencing homelessness. Supportive services, at least equal in value to the rental assistance, must be funded from other sources. | sociology |
http://aiaaccountancydegree.com/news/gender-equality-top-priority-aia | 2019-02-19T02:12:02 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550247489304.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20190219020906-20190219042906-00099.warc.gz | 0.96269 | 533 | CC-MAIN-2019-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__186198190 | en | Exactly 100 years ago today, on 6th February 1918 The Representation of the People Act was passed, which gave women over 30 and “of property” the right to vote. Only a partial victory for the suffragettes at the time as this represented only 40% of the total female adult population within the UK; but a great first step in the right direction for democracy and equality.
It took a further 10 years of campaigning until in 1928 the Equal Franchise Act was passed providing women with the same voting rights as men. Coincidentally the same year as the Association of International Accountants was founded.
Much has changed in the intervening 90 years, to further improve and progress gender equality, but undoubtedly more is still required.
As the AIA celebrates its 90th anniversary year, we are working closely with AIA Vice-President, Maggie Timoney and other female personnel and council members to further promote and drive gender equality in both the accountancy and wider finance sector.
Maggie Timoney, AIA Vice-President, said: “It is a privilege to be Vice-President for an association that proactively promotes and strives for gender equality; a topic very close to my heart.
“I strongly believe progress for gender equality has faltered for many years as it threatens the status quo, and changing this has worried men of the establishment.
“The AIA have broken away from this mould and whilst more still needs to be achieved we are certainly moving in the right direction at a pace.
“Currently women make up 25% of AIA council members; already above the industry average, but not a figure we expect to see by the end of 2018 as we anticipate this improving sigificantly. I personally feel this figure can be 50% by 2020.
“On the flip side, AIA can already boast that women make up over 50% of AIA managerial positions and examiners.”
As an association it is also the AIA’s responsibility to work on behalf of the wider accounting and finance industry to improve gender equality. One way in which AIA are looking to do this is through education to school age children. Today, Sharon Gorman, Head of Development has visited a local secondary school to discuss opportunities available for young women who want to enter the accounting profession.
Head of Development, Sharon Gorman, commented: “Educating younger people in society is an essential element in the process of bridging the gender gap. As an association it is our duty to inform young women of the opportunities available to them as they begin their careers.” | sociology |
https://beautypolicy.com/health/ | 2021-10-28T08:43:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323588282.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20211028065732-20211028095732-00533.warc.gz | 0.950447 | 262 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__130267264 | en | Well-being is a state of full bodily, psychological and social well-being and never merely the absence of illness or infirmity. The enjoyment of the best attainable customary of well-being is, without doubt, one of the basic rights of each human being without distinction of race, faith, political perception, financial or social situation. The well-being of all peoples is prime to the attainment of peace and safety and relies on the fullest cooperation of people and States. The achievement of any State within the promotion and safety of well-being is of worth to all. Unequal improvement in numerous nations within the promotion of well-being and management of illnesses, particularly communicable illnesses, is a typical hazard. Wholesome improvement of the kid is of primary significance; the power to stay harmoniously in an altering complete setting is crucial to such improvement. The extension to all peoples of the advantages of medical, psychological, and associated information is crucial to the fullest attainment of well-being. Knowledgeable opinion and lively co-operation on the part of the general public are of the utmost significance within the enhancement of the well-being of the individuals. Governments have a duty for the well-being of their peoples which might be fulfilled solely by the availability of enough well-being and social measures. | sociology |
https://www.rongbopigments.com/news/news47.html | 2023-10-04T06:28:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511361.38/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004052258-20231004082258-00018.warc.gz | 0.966244 | 388 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__77370660 | en | As one of the traditional Chinese festivals, the Dragon Boat Festival has always been loved by the Chinese people. The most striking part of the Dragon Boat Festival is the dragon boat race. Dragon boat as a traditional Chinese cultural sports event, it collection of early history, culture and competitive spirit. With the passage of time, the dragon boat race has gradually modernized and become an international sport. In order to celebrate this traditional culture with Chinese characteristics, people have a special food during the Dragon Boat Festival - Zongzi. Today, we are going to talk about dragon boat waves "Zongzi" Ankang.
As an ancient and meaningful cultural wealth, dragon boat represents the excellent cultural tradition and national image of China. Dragon boat racing originated in the coastal and river areas of southern China and has a history of thousands of years. The dragon boat race has become an international, diversified and modern competitive sport with its fierce competition mode and inherent traditional cultural characteristics. In the dragon boat race field, the crew always maintains high speed paddling in order to honor and trophies in the kilometer long race course, but also needs to have superb cooperation ability and perseverance. Therefore, the dragon boat race has become a very challenging sport.
Zongzi is a special feature of the food on the Dragon Boat Festival. According to historical records, in ancient China, people would race dragon boats, dance lions and eat wine on this day, but the most popular is to eat Zongzi. According to legend, the origin of Zongzi is to commemorate the ancient patriotic poet Qu Yuan, and in modern society, the meaning of Zongzi is richer, there is unity and harmony, bringing good luck and well-being. In short, Zongzi, as one of the representatives of Chinese traditional culture, is not only a food, but also carries people's yearning and wishes for family, traditional culture and a better future. | sociology |
https://ingatanmalaysia.wordpress.com/tag/thirdmemory/ | 2023-05-29T04:32:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224644683.18/warc/CC-MAIN-20230529042138-20230529072138-00384.warc.gz | 0.939311 | 161 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__217989035 | en | Basically, the concept of “distinction” is not foreign to sociology. In the context of social system theory, the concept of distinction is used by Niklas Luhmann to distinguish between the system and the environment, also between the codes applied in every social system. Similarly, Jeffrey C. Alexander & Bernhard Giesen (1987) divides between micro-sociology and macro-sociology. However, the most famous distinction in sociology is structure and agency. Here, the structure is the recurrent patterned arrangements that influence or limit the choices and opportunities available, whereas agency is the capacity of individuals to act independently and to make their own free choices. With this in mind, we can say that the use of the concept of distinction in social and cultural studies is not new. | sociology |
https://www.cyberrisk-insurer.com/news/peak-re-financial-losses-from-cyber-dominate-consumer-concerns/ | 2024-04-13T12:24:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816734.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413114018-20240413144018-00788.warc.gz | 0.970411 | 510 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__130893240 | en | Peak Re: Financial losses from cyber dominate consumer concerns
Almost two-thirds of emerging middle-class Asians have faced cybersecurity issues, with financial losses from cyber crime ranked as their main concern, according to Peak Re.
In its 2023 Asia middle-class consumer survey, Peak Re focused on consumers’ needs and attitudes towards health, mental well-being and cybersecurity.
The Hong Kong-based global reinsurer found that 65 percent of emerging middle-class Asians suffered cybersecurity issues including cyberbullying, hacking, malware, phishing or identity theft.
Respondents were clear that financial losses were their main concern associated with cyber crime.
But they also noted concerns over impacts on personal credit ratings, disruption to daily lives and emotional damage.
Financial concerns were of paramount importance when respondents were diagnosed with a serious illness, with 18 percent saying they were most in need of financial planning after being diagnosed.
Access to the best specialists (18 percent), information on the disease (13 percent) and getting a second medical opinion (12 percent) were also among the top concerns for seriously ill individuals.
The survey also found that around half of respondents had no mental health-related expense cover in their insurance plan.
This is despite 43 percent of the sampled emerging Asia middle-class having experienced, or been diagnosed with, mental health symptoms in the past two years.
Clarence Wong, chief economist at Peak Re, said: “Mental wellness and cybersecurity are two of the key risks facing consumers worldwide, but with the rapid pace of digitalisation and the fast tempo of daily life, these are also pressing issues that deserve close attention in the Asia region.
“It is high time for the insurance industry to consider how we can help to offer better support and protect societies by building resilience around mental wellness and cybersecurity.”
The reinsurer’s survey also tracked changes in attitudes and behaviours. Fifty-two percent of emerging Asia’s middle-class are expected to move to a higher level in 2023, compared to 51 percent in 2022.
More than half of respondents are returning to their place of work after the pandemic, although hybrid working remains popular.
Peak Re said that respondents are also more active, in both indoor and outdoor activities, than in 2022.
Franz-Josef Hahn, Peak Re’s CEO, added: “By sharing ideas, we can collectively better serve this segment and contribute to the closing of protection gaps.” | sociology |
https://www.bbdperfectstorm.com/jobs | 2024-02-28T19:41:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474744.31/warc/CC-MAIN-20240228175828-20240228205828-00333.warc.gz | 0.927236 | 227 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__103927268 | en | We love helping aspiring creatives. While we’re not hiring in this department right now, we’re always up for giving advice and feedback. If you’d like a little, send your portfolios to [email protected]
DON’T RIDE THE WAVES, MAKE THEM!
CHECK OUT OUR JOB VACANCIES BELOW.
At Perfect Storm, we look for people who are 'interested' and 'interesting;' interested in creativity, interested in business,
interested in each other and the world our around us, and interesting in how they think about and express this. We seek people that reflect
our company values. People that are passionate, curious and courageous, and also people who are collaborative, accountable and straightforward.
Collectively, this is who we are and how we behave. If you demonstrably share these values, we would love to talk to you. And last time we looked, these values have never been held back by someone’s age, gender, sexuality or race. Everyone is welcome at Perfect Storm. | sociology |
http://www.mercycollege.vic.edu.au/latest-news-1/anzac-day-commemoration-ceremony | 2019-10-23T20:53:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570987836295.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20191023201520-20191023225020-00344.warc.gz | 0.973627 | 103 | CC-MAIN-2019-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__129163367 | en | Today, we gathered as a Mercy community to remember and celebrate the lives of those who have served and died in war.
Anzac Day goes beyond the anniversary of the landing on Gallipoli in 1915. It is the day on which we remember all Australians who served and died in war and on operational service past and present. The spirit of Anzac, with its qualities of courage, mateship, and sacrifice, continues to have meaning and relevance for our sense of national identity.
Lest we forget. | sociology |
https://jenniferphuong.com/ | 2024-04-24T07:14:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296819067.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20240424045636-20240424075636-00540.warc.gz | 0.955466 | 287 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__167540716 | en | Jennifer Phuong is a daughter of Chinese-Southeast Asian refugees, as well as a sister and friend. She is a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Studies at Swarthmore College. Her research and writing center on the intersection of disability, race, and language in U.S. educational contexts using interdisciplinary theoretical frameworks and methodologies that emerge from applied linguistics, disability studies in education, and critical pedagogies. These interests stem from her professional experiences as a high school special education teacher in Brooklyn, NY, as well as her personal experiences as growing up in a linguistically-minoritized refugee household. Her doctoral research was an ethnographic and discourse analytic study focused on teacher collaboration in bilingual (special) education, considering both teachers’ collaborative instructional and planning practices and how teachers made sense of different categories of learners, e.g., English Learners with disabilities. She continues to use qualitative methods to explore the intersection of race, language, and disability in schooling in order to contribute to the development of equitable and inclusive schooling structures and pedagogical practices. As a teacher educator and scholar, Jennifer is invested in disability justice and abolitionist frameworks for being, (language) learning, and (language) teaching. Her previous work has appeared in TESOL Quarterly, Language & Communication, and Journal of Diversity in Higher Education.
Curriculum Vitae (updated 05/2023) | sociology |
https://www.thedevelopingmother.com/events-1/infant-mental-health-iii-addressing-trauma | 2023-09-29T08:03:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510498.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20230929054611-20230929084611-00569.warc.gz | 0.888303 | 256 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__98330315 | en | Wed, Mar 20|
Center for Social Change
Infant Mental Health III - Addressing Trauma
Professionals who work with young children who are at risk or have experienced trauma -- Do you want to learn about best practices in intervention and treatment for young children with mental health concerns or who are have experienced trauma? Join us! $60 To save, register for the 3-session series
Time & Location
Mar 20, 2019, 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Center for Social Change, 2103 Coral Way, Miami, FL 33145, USA
About The Event
Training will be held in the 2nd Floor Conference Room of the Center for Social Change in the 2103 building.
Paid parking is available on the street via PayByPhone or in the garage (entrance is easy to miss, next to the Spanish restaurant Xixon).
Free parking is available on parallel street to the south, SW 22nd Terr.
Registration (Single Session)
Registration for only the Addressing Trauma session is $60. To save, register for the full 3-session series | sociology |
https://ind45-50.nl/en/presentation-date-research-programme-results | 2024-04-25T04:10:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712297284704.94/warc/CC-MAIN-20240425032156-20240425062156-00046.warc.gz | 0.954383 | 366 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__17502318 | en | The results of the research programme Independence, Decolonization, Violence and War in Indonesia, 1945-1950 will be presented on Thursday, February 17, 2022 during a meeting at the KNAW in Amsterdam. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the research results appear later than originally planned.
Delay due to COVID-19 pandemic
Initially, the results were to be delivered early September 2021. However, because of the COVID-19 pandemic, archives in the Netherlands and Indonesia were closed and traveling to and within other countries became impossible. Therefore the publication of the results had to be postponed until the end of November 2021. Due to the even more drastic consequences of the second lockdown, it was inevitable to adjust the schedule again.
Information about the research programme
Independence, Decolonization, Violence and War in Indonesia, 1945-1950 is a joint research programme of the Royal Netherlands Institute of Southeast Asian and Caribbean Studies (KITLV), the Netherlands Institute of Military History (NIMH) and the NIOD, Netherlands Institute for War, Holocaust and Genocide Studies. NIOD and KITLV are institutes of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW). The research programma consists of eight subprojects. In a number of them we work together with Indonesian historians. The programme’s central question concerns the dynamics of events surrounding the violence that occurred from the proclamation of the Republic on 17 August 1945 (the chaotic period from August 1945 to the beginning of 1946) until the end of the war in 1949. Military, political and judicial aspects, as well as the consequences of the violence for different groups in the population, will be studied in detail. The political and social aftermath in the Netherlands will also be covered. Read more about the research programme here. | sociology |
https://distancelearning.ubc.ca/courses-and-programs/distance-learning-courses/courses/hist/hist106/ | 2021-05-16T17:20:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243991178.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20210516171301-20210516201301-00347.warc.gz | 0.871696 | 623 | CC-MAIN-2021-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__193308310 | en | Think globally and act locally has been a staple of environmentalism since the early 1970s. What does it mean to think globally, and historically, about the environment? How have global historical processes like industrialization, urbanization, and the agricultural revolution affected local environments? Local and individual actions have long played out in a global context. We will focus in particular on interrelated developments in climate, agriculture, energy, and cities.
Through readings, writing, research, and discussion, we will examine the connection of global and local environments. Case studies will include historical responses to climate change in Europe and North America, the transformation of indigenous foodways and the urban development of Vancouver. By the end of the course, students will have an understanding of the dynamic and complex place of the environment in world history, of interdisciplinary approaches to historical thinking, and of the ways in which their own lives are embedded in the history we will be exploring.
- Gain an understanding of the dynamic and complex place of the environment in world history, of interdisciplinary approaches to historical thinking, and of the ways in which their own lives are embedded in that history.
- Learn to situate local experience, perception, and causes of environmental change within a global context. In other words, be able to identify the global forces at play in local concerns, but also the role that local action has in constituting global environmental systems.
- Learn how global historical processes like industrialization, urbanization, and the agricultural revolution have affected local environments.
- Learn to apply particular environmental historical concepts to both historical and contemporary environmental issues. Concepts include environmental determinism/agency, urban metabolism, social construction of nature, social ecology, environmental justice, geographies of risk, and many others.
- Hone their humanities writing skills through the development of an argument and the use of evidence with proper citations.
- Improve reading and critical thinking skills while engaging with classmates via online discussions and assignment activities.
Unit I: Climate Change
- Module 1: Introduction to Climate Change
- Module 2: Climate and Culture
- Module 3: Climate Change and Crisis
Unit II: Agriculture
- Module 4: The Rise of Industrial Agriculture
- Module 5: Post-Industrial Agriculture?
Unit III: Energy
- Module 6: Energy in World History: An Overview
- Module 7: The Age of Oil
Unit IV: Cities
- Module 8: Nature and/of Cities
- Module 9: Cities and Environmentalism
- Module 10: Sustainability and the Future of Cities
Course Assessment and Assignments
|Assignment 1: Essay on Climate Change and Culture||20%|
|Assignment 2: The Oil We Eat Blog||10%|
|Assignment 3: Urban Metabolism Map||Included in participation grade|
|Assignment 4: Final Project||25%|
|Participation (contribution to online discussion
and 106 wall)
All readings are available via the course website on Canvas (https://canvas.ubc.ca/). | sociology |
http://www.inourmidst.com/dating_guidelines.htm | 2013-12-09T05:44:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-48/segments/1386163906438/warc/CC-MAIN-20131204133146-00032-ip-10-33-133-15.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.908693 | 475 | CC-MAIN-2013-48 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-48__0__216587732 | en | Dating Guidelines and Safeguards for Teens
While it is important for teens to be aware of the risks involved in
pre-marital sex, the parents also play a vital role in safeguarding the
sexual purity of their children. Following are some suggestions for helping
your teen to remain sexually pure:
- Encourage group dating among trustworthy kids you know well. Explain
the importance of never being alone with their date.
- Know their friends and the guys/girls they are attracted to and hang
out with. Teach your kids the importance of choosing friends wisely.
- Frequently open your home to their friends.
- Keep the lines of communication open with your teens. They need to
feel free to discuss their interests, feelings, etc. with you without
fear that you will over-react or punish them unfairly. Initiate discussions
with them as opportunities arise. Take an interest in their lives while
respecting their privacy.
- Set and enforce strict curfews.
- Monitor Internet activity. Install protective software.
- Teach them the importance of avoiding sexually explicit movies, books,
- Teach them the importance of avoiding sexually stimulating activities
- Girls: Teach them the importance of dressing and behaving modestly.
- Girls: Teach them about the power of flirting and the danger of visual
stimulation and physical touch.
- Girls: Teach them about the differences in how men/women view sex.
- Boys: Teach them to respect all women of all ages.
- Boys: Teach them about appropriate boundaries (touching, kissing,
etc.)* with girls and the danger of engaging their hormones without
safeguards in place.
- Teach your teens what to look for in a lifelong mate and stress the
importance and the value of remaining sexually pure until marriage.
- The fact is that abstinence is the only 100% effective preventative
measure against sexually transmitted diseases, teen pregnancy, and all
the other consequences of sex outside of marriage. While opponents of
abstinence-only education will rave about "safe sex" through
use of condoms and detailed, explicit sex education, the only truly
effective safeguard against the perils of teen and extramarital sex
*We recommend no touching or kissing during the teen years. | sociology |
https://girard.philasd.org/about-us/ | 2018-02-22T10:42:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891814101.27/warc/CC-MAIN-20180222101209-20180222121209-00436.warc.gz | 0.965569 | 130 | CC-MAIN-2018-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__129462533 | en | Stephen Girard Elementary is part of the School District of Philadelphia. We service neighborhood children in grades Kindergarten through 4th Grade.
Our school practices productive collaboration between students, staff, and families to promote systems and structures that support social and academic development of all students through clear systems of communicating the needs of students .
Teachers and students grow as learners to foster student achievement and support students as active participants in the process of learning by doing. School leadership is active and visible in supporting teachers in implementing rigorous instructional practices. Families are treated with a customer service orientation which assumes that all families have the best intentions when addressing the needs of their children. | sociology |
http://www.koreanfest.com/bbs/board.php?bo_table=forum&wr_id=68 | 2020-04-04T06:02:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-16/segments/1585370520039.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20200404042338-20200404072338-00315.warc.gz | 0.957578 | 3,552 | CC-MAIN-2020-16 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-16__0__27381284 | en | Old Korean dialect survives ordeal in Central Asia
This is the third and last in a series of articles to shed new light on the role of Korean emigrants that helped Korea get where it is today. — ED.
By Kang Hyun-kyung
TASHKENT ― In the late 1990s, a visiting Korean scholar interviewed several ethnic Koreans in a remote rural area of Uzbekistan during a field trip there.
Back then, Yang Min-jong, now director of the Korea Culture Center in Moscow, was doing research on stories that had been passed on orally in Central Asia.
Yang, 50, said he had a hard time making himself understood when communicating with the old generation of ethnic Koreans who spoke in a dialect of Korean, called “Koryo mar.” These people are called “Koryo-in” in South Korea, but they refer to themselves as “Koryo saram.”
Yang, a former professor of Russian language and literature who earned his Ph.D. from Moscow State University in 1996, found they spoke a dialect, which doesn’t exist in South Korea.
“I realized the dialect probably had been used nearly 150 years ago in Korea during the Joseon era. The old language remained intact there and had been passed on to the descendents of ethnic Koreans for more than a century,” he said.
“At that time, I felt the old Koryo-in lived in an enclave where residents communicate in an old Korean dialect that exists nowhere but Central Asia.”
In the 1850s, people living in the southern provinces of then Joseon suffered acute food shortages after devastating droughts hit the region.
Driven by hunger and famine, some people migrated to the Hamgyeong region which is now in North Korea, and years later some of these migrants moved toward further north, which is now the Russian Far East.
These migrant Koreans were engaged in the agricultural sector in the Russian territory as peasants. In the 1930s, approximately 200,000 or so ethnic Koreans resided in the Russian Far East, including Vladivostok.
In September 1937, these Koreans were forced to take a train heading for what was then Soviet Central Asia, such as Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan. Hundreds of people lost their lives during and shortly after the forced resettlement.
Some Western scholars called this Soviet ethnic cleansing.
Ross King, head of the Department of Asian Studies at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, said the old Korean dialect in Central Asia is now “moribund, obsolescent” and on its way to “language death” with a tiny fraction of very old ethnic Koreans still speaking it.
Linguists said the significant differences between the standard Korean of today and the dialect used in Central Asia is due to several factors.
King said Koryo mar has “its roots in different northeastern dialects that mixed and leveled out to form the two main varieties of Koryo mar.”
He said the influence of Russia on ethnic Koreans in Central Asia also played a role in shaping the unique Korean language there.
Ethnic Koreans in Central Asia went to Russia and the U.S.S.R. at a time when there was still no such thing as a standard Korean language and until the 1990s had no significant contact with Koreans from either North or South Korea, according to King.
“Compared to Koreans in North America, the Soviet Koreans’ record in language maintenance was in many ways significantly better, even after all Korean schools were closed in 1938.
“That is, whereas most Korean immigrants in North America today are already abandoning Korean in the second generation, it was not uncommon until the 1990s to meet third and fourth generation Koryo saram who still spoke the dialect although they were mostly illiterate.”
King said there are some Koryo saram now learning Korean.
“But this is not a revival of the ‘mother tongue’: these are Russophones learning standard South Korean the hard way, as a foreign language and they find it very difficult.”
Trade created jobs requiring candidates living in Central Asia to have strong standard Korean language skills.
Yang said some ethnic Koreans made a fortune after the 1990s when South Korean companies looked to Central Asia as an investment location.
Koreans there bridged Korea and Central Asia as they served as translators or helped Korean businesses open there.
Kim Byeong-hak, author of the tentatively titled book “Among Koryo-in in Kazakhstan,” said some of the Koreans migrated from Sakhalin in the 1960s and ‘70s. There are some others who were originally from North Korea who came to Central Asia to study and didn’t return home and stayed there.
These people’s Korean is near perfect, he added. In Kazakhstan, these fluent Korean speakers played a key role in South Korean firms’ opening in Central Asia.
But the majority of Koreans in Central Asia are the descendents of Koreans who were forced to resettle in what was Soviet Central Asia in the late 1930s.
The old ethnic Koreans Yang met in rural areas of Uzbekistan at that time were the first or second generation of those who were forced to leave the Russian Far East in 1937. Koreans were the first ethnic group to be deported.
King said Koreans were forced to leave “mostly for paranoid state security reasons in the Russian Far East.”
“Joseph Stalin was nervous about the Japanese threat and saw Koreans as potential spies for Japan. Anti-Asian racism probably also played a role.
“But Russian authorities in the Russian Far East had been discussing the idea of deporting Koreans away from the border areas for at least two decades before it actually happened.”
Approximately 180,000 Koreans were forced to leave the Soviet Union on trains heading for Central Asia. Some of them were missing or killed en route to Uzbekistan or Kazakhstan.
German Kim, head of Korean Studies Department of the Al-Farabi Kazakh National University in Astana, said the number of fatalities during the journey from the Far East to Central Asia was probably in the hundreds.
“The exact number of fatalities is difficult to calculate but it is indisputable that children and the elderly suffered the most,” he said. “Certainly, it can be assumed that several thousand Koreans died due to illness and poor living conditions during the early years of forced resettlement.”
Koreans were not the only ethnic group forced to leave the former Soviet Union.
King said, “Many other nationalities were subjected to similar or worse forms of ethnic cleansing very soon thereafter.
“Those nationalities that welcomed and collaborated with the Nazis were treated even worse and the Chinese were deported back to China.”
Pioneers in agriculture
King said the Koreans were seen as nonetheless useful and a potentially positive element because of their work ethic and agricultural prowess. Koreans pioneered rice farming in the Russian Far East and then in Central Asia.
Kim Pen Hva, an ethnic Korean and chairman of the Korean collective farm (or kolkhoz), is credited with the introduction of rice farming to Central Asia.
Kim was awarded the title of “Hero of Socialist Labor” by the Soviet government for his outstanding work in the agricultural sector. The title was the highest degree of distinction awarded to those who achieved exceptional achievements in the Soviet economy and culture.
At present, an estimated 100,000 ethnic Koreans are residing in Kazakhstan. In Uzbekistan, the population is nearly 200,000.
King said Koreans’ achievements in the agricultural sector and educational attainment are the two main legacies.
“The Koryo saram have traditionally been extremely (and justifiably) proud of their achievements in agriculture…. and also of their educational achievements,” he said.
“They have always been quick to point out that they had the highest percentage of ‘kandidats,’ the Soviet equivalent of a Ph.D. of any Soviet nationality, even the Jews.”
Ethnic Koreans resettling in Central Asia had to deal with enormous hardships. In the first year after deportation, Koreans in Kazakhstan spent the winter in an underground makeshift facility.
Kim Byeong-hak said the early settlers put their children’s education first.
“After the long first winter, spring finally came. They built a school to educate their children and then worked on their housing after the school project was finished,” he said.
Kim said the first generation’s education-first mentality influenced their children to achieve high academic accomplishments in Central Asia.
He said ethnic Koreans’ educational fervor weakened their ethnic identity because the drive for success motivated them to step up efforts to better assimilate into the Central Asian country.
“In the late 1980s, there were signs for weakening ethnic identity. A Korean language newspaper circulated in Kazakhstan was in trouble as its management couldn’t find reporters who could write stories in Korean,” said Kim.
사멸 위기에 놓인 중앙아시아 한국어
사멸 위기에 놓인 중앙아시아 한국어
중앙아시아에 거주하는 고려인들이 사용하는 한국말은 구한말 조선시대에 사용하던 말인 것으로 나타났다. 언어학자들에 따르면 현재 이 언어를 사용하는 고려인들의 수는 매우 적으며 언어 자체가 사멸직전에 있다고 한다.
고려인들 스스로 고려 말이라고 부르는 이 언어는 한국인들이 의사소통을 하는데 어려움이 많을 정도로 표준 한국어와 괴리가 있는 것으로 알려졌다. 캐나다 브리티시 컬럼비아 대학의 로스 킹 교수에 따르면 150년경에 사용되었던 이 언어가 현대 한국어와 매우 다른 것은 여러가지 요인이 복합적으로 작용한 결과라고 설명한다.
우선 고려말이 함경도 지역의 북한어가 다른 지역 언어와 혼합되었고, 러시아의 영향도 매우 크게 작용했다고 분석한다. 1990년대 이전까지 중앙아시아 고려인들이 남한이나 북한과 교류는 거의 없었던 반면 러시아와는 잦은 교류가 있었고 이 같은 요인들이 복합적으로 작용한 결과라는 것이다.
한국과 중앙아시아간 교류가 늘면서 이지역에 거주하는 젊은 고려인들 사이에 한국어를 배우는 인구가 증가하고 있는데, 이들이 표준 한국어를 배우면서 매우 어려움을 겪고 있는 것으로 알려졌다.
대원군 시절 영남지방의 심한 가뭄으로 함경도 지역으로 이주한 사람들 중 일부가 러시아 극동지역으로 이주를 했고, 이어 1937년 스탈린 시절 고려인들는 우즈베키스탄, 카자흐스탄 등의 중앙아시아로 강제이주를 당하면서 어려움을 겪는다. 이 고려인들의 후손이 중앙아시아에 거주하는 고려인 3, 4, 5세들이다. | sociology |
https://thomasdurrell.com/aclu-bill-of-rights-dinner/ | 2018-03-25T05:02:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-13/segments/1521257651820.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20180325044627-20180325064627-00093.warc.gz | 0.967545 | 1,105 | CC-MAIN-2018-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-13__0__41047633 | en | This past Tuesday evening, the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union held its annual Bill of Rights fundraising dinner. By all accounts, the evening was a huge success.
In terms of tickets sold and dollars raised for the important work of the ACLU, the dinner exceeded all previous Bill of Rights dinners. The highlight of the evening, however, was without question the stirring address of Bryan Stevenson, the Executive Director of the Equal Justice Initiative in Montgomery, Alabama.
Many people in the audience had read his best-selling book Just Mercy, and some were familiar with his astonishingly courageous work representing death row prisoners, many of whom have been exonerated as entirely innocent of the charges for which they were condemned to die. Hearing Stevenson speak in person, though, provides another level of inspiration altogether.
Stevenson’s speech, which elaborated on the same four themes of his Wesleyan University commencement address, drew audible gasps at times from the audience and ended with an instant standing ovation. What Stevenson does both in Just Mercy and in his speeches is make real the kinds of brutal injustices that for most of us are just abstractions. Most of us know that racism is still deeply embedded in our culture, and that the criminal justice system reflects those biases at every level. But to hear what it is like to represent human beings so thoroughly brutalized by cruelty and unfairness is to understand the nature of the issues at a far deeper level.
What makes Bryan Stevenson particularly unusual, apart from his courage and skill and compassion, is his ability to see how we as a nation might get to a better place. Most of us get discouraged by the systemic nature of these problems and opt out of taking them on. He urges us not to sit back in complacency, feeling that these problems are too big to deal with. His recipe involves four steps. The first is to “get proximate.” Pointing out that so many parts of our population seek to escape to safer ground from the messiness of living in diversity, engaging in self-segregation and putting up barriers to interactions with other groups. The opposite is what is needed. Only when we know each other, relate to each other, understand that people are just people, can we begin to do the work necessary to break down barriers. It can’t be done behind the walls of a gated community.
The second step is to “change the narrative.” Stevenson points out that our embrace and tolerance of genocide against Native Americans was the foundation for the narrative of white supremacy that made slavery tolerable. He further points out, that unlike Germany, Canada, Rwanda, and South Africa, the United States has never gone through a “truth and reconciliation” process to come to terms with its genocidal past. As a result, the end of slavery did not bring about any change in the narrative of white supremacy, and that dominant narrative continues to this day in the era of mass incarceration, ghettoized cities, and demagogic political candidates. The narrative of white supremacy must be changed.
Third, he urges us not to abandon hope. While it might be rational to be pessimistic, Stevenson, like Martin Luther King, urges us to take a longer view, that as King said “the moral arc of the universe may be long but it bends towards justice.” Only people who remain hopeful can withstand the pains of setbacks, of seeing systems slow to change, of seeing innocent clients die. Far easier said than done, to be sure. What makes Stevenson such an inspirational speaker, though, is his embodiment of this hope, despite the extraordinarily difficult and discouraging work that he does.
Fourth, he urges us to take on difficult tasks. Power never relents voluntarily, and no person or group who fundamentally changed the world for the better achieved that result by only doing things that were easy. Sacrifices and choices have to be made. Stevenson describes an elderly man at the back of a courtroom who came up to him after one of his court appearances, pointing out the several scars on his face and head, inflicted at different times in the 1960’s while working to register blacks to vote. The man told him that “Some people would say that’s just an old beat up black man. But they don’t understand. These scars are my medals of honor.”
How does this moving speech relate to the work of the ACLU? In at least two ways. First, the ACLU of Massachusetts recently has started a Racial Justice Program, headed by Rahsaan Hall, aimed at addressing systemic racism in our society here in Massachusetts, directly paralleling the work of the Equal Justice Initiative (minus the death penalty work). Second, the ACLU has, for last 100 years, been the champion of the citizen against government power, often referring to the federal Bill of Rights as “the client.” Whether it is advocating for greater transparency in government, or for freedom of speech and assembly, or freedom from unlawful police practices, the ACLU has always stood as a bulwark against government overreach. And in that sense, the work of the Equal Justice Initiative started by Bryan Stevenson and the ACLU have substantial overlap.
While there is a lot to be discouraged about in the news every day, the ACLU’s Bill of Rights Dinner was one of those events that makes one proud to be in the fight in whatever way one can. | sociology |
https://www.briteris.com/who-we-are/diversidade-e-inclusao/ | 2024-04-23T16:35:41 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818732.46/warc/CC-MAIN-20240423162023-20240423192023-00210.warc.gz | 0.938522 | 775 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__81111893 | en | The world is diverse, and we believe that the Iteris culture should reflect that.
Since the beginning of our operation in 2009, Iteris has embodied a culture that creates opportunities for the development and growth of our employees within the company. Over the years, we realized that it was not enough to make changes solely internally; as a company, we also had a social responsibility to do more.
Therefore, in 2021, the Diversity and Inclusion Committee was established, composed of a multidisciplinary team supported by the entire company’s leadership. With the goal of promoting a culture of inclusion, acceptance, and the appreciation of diversity, the Committee is engaged in various initiatives alongside the #TeamBriteris.
We have directed our efforts towards the training and inclusion of minorities in the technology industry, such as women, Black and brown individuals, LGBTQIAPN+ community, low-income individuals, and refugees. These efforts are supported by strategic partnerships with institutions dedicated to integrating these groups into the tech job market.
In addition, the Briteris Diversity and Inclusion Committee leads Affinity Groups in three different areas: Women, Ethnic and Racial Equity, and LGBTQIAPN+ People. Learn more about them:
Women in Technology
Since 2020, Briteris has actively worked to increase the presence of women in the technology industry by creating affirmative positions in our hiring processes.
With the establishment of the Affinity Group, internal initiatives have been intensified, promoting discussions and actions on topics related to women in IT, female leadership, imposter syndrome, and anti-silencing measures.
Ethnic and Racial Equity
In a country where more than half of the population identifies as Black or brown, it is essential for us as a company to combat ethnic and racial inequality in the corporate environment.
The goal of this Affinity Group is to discuss and propose actions related to Black culture, colorism, racism, inclusion, and equity.
Inclusion and Psychological Safety for LGBTQIAPN+ Individuals
More than just hiring diverse individuals, we need to create an environment where they feel free and secure to be themselves.
Therefore, the group aims to bring together all LGBTQIAPN+ community members at Briteris and work towards advancing their careers, fostering discussions about the groups and work, to promote gender and sexual expression diversity and reduce potential oppressions in the workplace and the world.”
Through the SomoS Program, Briteris partners with NGOs and social enterprises from across the country to support the inclusion of individuals from minority groups in the job market. In recent years, we have partnered with Digital Favela, Recode, Programadores do Amanhã, Reprograma, Projeto Semear, Resilia, Mais1Code, Toti Diversidade, and AfroPython. Together, SomoS and Hackathon Decola have trained approximately 230 professionals in recent years.
The Hackathon Decola is Briteris’ internship program focused on the development and training of new professionals in the IT field, with 50% of the selection spots dedicated to women.
Candidates have the opportunity to participate in a development marathon and receive intensive training in one of the programming languages used at Briteris. The top-performing individuals during the challenge are hired for the Hackathon Decola Internship Program and undergo 16 weeks of training before being assigned to our clients’ projects.
Diversity Week, which takes place in June, Pride Month, celebrates the diversity of people at Briteris beyond the LGBTQIAPN+ community, highlighting the complexity and richness of differences in bodies, colors, ethnicities, and, above all, individuals. | sociology |
http://www.acsyp.org/our-stories/2015/10/4/hope-starts-with-me | 2019-09-21T03:53:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-39/segments/1568514574182.31/warc/CC-MAIN-20190921022342-20190921044342-00176.warc.gz | 0.975255 | 425 | CC-MAIN-2019-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-39__0__168936098 | en | From the first lap I took around the track at my first Relay For Life event 9 years ago, I was hooked. I knew that I was making a difference in the fight against cancer - and getting a chance to help save lives alongside all of my friends made it that much better. Each year after that first event, more of my friends participated in the event, my team took over several camp sites, my Relay family grew larger, and my classmates stopped complaining (well, complained less) about raising money. It became a tradition that defined our lives throughout high school. When we all went away to different colleges, we continued participating in Relay For Life and slowly started building new teams and growing our new Relay families.
We all graduated from college last Spring and began moving to different states and new communities, starting full time jobs and beginning the next chapter of our lives. Everything was changing. But our passion for fighting back against cancer - in whatever way, shape, or form that might take - was stronger than ever.
While we may not be running around campus selling cheap t-shirts, organizing 5k's, hosting an all-you-can-eat pancake dinner, or getting our head basketball coach to donate for every free throw he missed, we were each able to find our next big way to fight back with the American Cancer Society in our new communities. For some of us, that is a Young Professional group, for others it is a community Relay For Life event, and even more plan to chaperone for our former high school event and go back to be an alumni team captain at their alma mater.
It isn't about all of us participating in the same event, at the same location, and at the same time. It's about finding our own ways to fight back against cancer with the American Cancer Society. Each of us has our own connection to cancer and our own reason to Relay. No matter where we go or what we do, we know that we are saving lives and spreading hope all thanks to the American Cancer Society and Relay For Life. | sociology |
https://www.uol-lawreview.org/single-post/transgender-children-s-rights | 2023-12-10T21:06:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679102637.84/warc/CC-MAIN-20231210190744-20231210220744-00680.warc.gz | 0.95065 | 225 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__118783984 | en | Transgender Children’s Rights in Light of Bell v Tavistock and Portman NHSFoundation Trust (2020)
Given the recent 2020 judgment in Bell v The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust, the rights of transgender children and teenagers have been threatened. The decision to delay the availability of hormone treatment to the age of 17 can either be seen as protection against potential misjudgements or a violation of children’s right to an identity. The acceptance and nurturing of transgender identities in today’s society is a change that needed to be made. However, with acceptance comes challenge, and we are now facing a new wave of issues when it comes to the regulation of life-changing treatment for children. In this paper the judgment in the Bell case with be examined, and consideration made as to whether children with gender dysphoria are too immature and vulnerable to be able to make informed decisions about gender hormone treatment. The claim of this article is that the judgment in Bell was too restrictive, and that the already established framework in place by the NHS was enough to protect the best interests of young people. | sociology |
http://www.nomabid.org/parks/ | 2015-05-23T14:52:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-22/segments/1432207927767.46/warc/CC-MAIN-20150521113207-00168-ip-10-180-206-219.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.939162 | 455 | CC-MAIN-2015-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-22__0__13049357 | en | About the NoMa Parks Foundation
The NoMa Parks Foundation was formed in 2012 and the following year it received a $50 million commitment from the District of Columbia government to acquire land, build parks and enhance public space in NoMa. In the rapidly redeveloping NoMa neighborhood, one critical ingredient is missing: parks. More than 18,000 people live in NoMa and the surrounding area, and the population is projected to double in the next 10 years. Currently NoMa contains no publicly accessible parks, playgrounds, or plazas. While the District of Columbia averages 12.9 acres of open space per 1,000 residents, none of these spaces exist in the NoMa neighborhood. Parks and public gathering spaces are urgently needed to serve the residents and more than 40,000 daytime employees and visitors to the neighborhood. Undeveloped land in is becoming more scarce each year as development occurs on empty lots. The creation of refreshing, inviting parks and public spaces (before it is too late) will improve the lives of people in NoMa today and for generations to come.
What happens next?
To learn more about the proposed parks, click here to visit the NoMa Parks Foundation website.The website includes a vast amount of information about the innovative public–private partnership between the District of Columbia and the NoMa Parks Foundation, including grant terms and other governing documents, the Foundation’s continuing commitment to public engagement, the overall planning framework that guides the Foundation’s activities, and specific project updates.
There is much more work to do to before the parks will be in place. They have to be planned, and land must be purchased. The funding, which supports land acquisition and construction, will be allocated over the next six-years. Throughout the process, planners and area residents will evaluate the proposed park designs based on their ability to bring neighbors together and to fulfill individual, family, and community space needs. Final designs will incorporate the best available thinking on urban parks, public safety, sustainability, handicapped accessibility, and ease of maintenance.
If you would like to get involved in the upcoming planning process, please contact Stacie West, NoMa Parks Foundation Director of Parks Projects via email or at 202-810-0091. | sociology |
https://koerner.library.ubc.ca/blog/upcoming-icpsr-webinar-population-assessment-of-tobacco-and-health-path-study-understanding-the-data-may-10th-2016/ | 2020-10-01T18:28:34 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600402131986.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20201001174918-20201001204918-00757.warc.gz | 0.921449 | 244 | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__220960495 | en | ICPSR invites you to attend an upcoming webinar on the Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health Study.
Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health (PATH) Study: Understanding the Data
About the Study: The PATH Study is a collaboration between the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Center for Tobacco Products (CTP), Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It is a household-based, nationally representative, longitudinal cohort study of 46,000 adults and youth (12-17 years old) in the United States. The study was launched in 2011 to inform FDA’s regulatory activities under the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act that was signed into law in 2009. The first wave of data was collected from September 2013 to December 2014.
The goals of the webinar are to:
1. Describe the background of the study
2. Describe how to find and access the data through ICPSR
3. Discuss future data collections.
This webinar is free and open to the public. Please forward this email to others interested in this research area.
Date: May 10, 2016
Time: 10:00am PST | sociology |
https://addictiontreatmentaz.com/2021/10/29/what-is-so-bad-about-opioids/ | 2023-09-21T21:33:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506045.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20230921210007-20230922000007-00665.warc.gz | 0.96082 | 1,212 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__275830939 | en | This substance plays an extremely essential role in treating chronic pain among patients. When a person encounters a traumatic injury or when someone experiences pain after surgery, physicians prescribe this substance as a means to alleviate pain. Even among cancer patients, this is prescribed because if the pain is left unattended, long-term risks will occur.
But what makes it so bad after all? The thing is, it is medically essential that it has to be given as a medication despite the life-threatening risk it offers.
The Opioid Epidemic
It was in the late 1990s when the substance was introduced in the medical industry as a safe and effective medication, and this has resulted in rampant prescriptions to several patients. As time progressed, the surge of addiction in the country suddenly increased until it became a national health crisis.
Compared to other drug fatalities, addiction to these painkillers occupy more than 60% of the total drug deaths in the country, and what is more concerning is the idea that a huge part of this number is medically prescribed. As soon as patients realize they have experienced drug dependence, they either suffer from withdrawal or resort to illicit use.
This epidemic has significantly affected the country’s economy as the cost of the response to the crisis reaches more than $75 billion each year. The government has been providing a great amount of healthcare and treatment to addiction as well as dealing with increased lost productivity and crime rate related to substance abuse.
How Serious Is This Addiction Problem
More than two million people in the United States of America have been diagnosed with an addiction to this substance. This proves that the substance, despite the depth of its medical relevance, is highly addictive and extremely vulnerable to misuse. The rate of overdose deaths and emergency admissions due to substance abuse remains significantly high.
The country has been battling this crisis for more than a decade already yet it continues to affect a huge number of the population in the US. Despite classifying these as controlled drugs, more than ten million Americans in 2019 have been reported to be misusing the substance and the age ranges from as young as 12 years old.
What makes this more alarming is the birth of newborns with withdrawal symptoms caused by addiction during pregnancy. Prescription of this substance among pregnant women (or even lactating mothers) is crucial as it could lead to preterm delivery and stillbirth. However, this prescription is also necessary when the mother is under addiction treatment.
Its Addictive Potential
The human body releases endorphins which interact with the receptors of the brain and allows the person to cope with stress and feelings of pain. These chemicals regulate the production of dopamine, also known as the happy hormones as it is responsible for igniting feelings of pleasure.
Whether natural or synthetic, this compound stimulates the increased production of endorphins to numb the body from chronic pain. This is the reason why it works effectively as a painkiller. However, as the amount of endorphins increases, the body experiences a sense of euphoria, a feeling of bliss or pleasure, which can also be a sign of high.
As soon as the high subsides, feelings of dissatisfaction and loneliness transfer. As a result, the person begins to crave more of the substance. The tendency for the body to establish tolerance to the drug also happens. And this is when the cycle of addiction begins. If you stop the intake, you will experience withdrawal, and if you continue, you will seek more.
Substance addiction is a never-ending habit that can only be overcome with the help of professional treatment. Addiction is also considered a chronic disease that needs to be treated right away or else, a person’s entire wellbeing becomes negatively affected – be it physical, emotional, behavioral, or social aspect.
Side Effects of Narcotic Use
These highly addictive painkillers can be administered safely when a physician’s prescription is strictly followed. Crushing and snorting this narcotic is the usual doings of people addicted to it. Some would also use these drugs in conjunction with other substances. This is when the risk of overdose becomes prominent.
A person shows signs of overdose when difficulty breathing is experienced or when the pulse slows or becomes erratic. Loss of consciousness is also a sign of danger. Other things to watch out for include delirium, low blood pressure, loss of strength, extreme vomiting, blue or purple lips and fingertips, pinpoint pupils, and inability to talk.
As soon as a person shows signs of overdose, it is best to bring them to the hospital right away. For urgent conditions, Naloxone can be administered safely by non-medical individuals as a form of first aid for overdose. The majority of narcotics-related deaths are caused by drug overdose, which is why medical attention should be provided right away.
Apart from addiction and overdose, the body may also experience physical discomfort while under substance medication. This includes sleepiness, nausea, constipation, and slowed breathing. It is best to always speak with the physician about how one’s body reacts to the substance so that it can be given a remedy right away.
Heroin, a non-medical substance, is considered one of the five most abused drugs in the country. It is made from a chemical extracted from an opium poppy plant. When people are no longer satisfied with prescription painkillers, they feed their addiction with a stronger substance, heroin.
Fentanyl, a synthetic painkiller, is known to be twice as potent as morphine. This is mainly prescribed to patients who experience severe pain. When patients have become tolerant to other painkillers, Fentanyl is prescribed to manage the pain. This drug is prone to abuse and can highly trigger an overdose.
These are already powerful substances and sometimes, people use them in combination with other drugs just to satisfy the craving for euphoria. The black market also offers prescription painkillers that are mixed with a bit of heroin or fentanyl and that is a really dangerous thing. | sociology |
http://tipher.com/ | 2017-02-21T05:08:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-09/segments/1487501170651.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20170219104610-00157-ip-10-171-10-108.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.917857 | 151 | CC-MAIN-2017-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-09__0__63277334 | en | TIPHER is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization seeking to improve quality of life through public health services and public education. The needs perceived in these areas become our opportunities:
- House of Hope / CentroMed
- River City Rehab - New Braunfels
- Family Promise of Greater New Braunfels
- English as a Second Language Classes
- Health Literacy Program
- Diabetes Education
- Community Caring Coalition
- Community Transformation Grant
"In the past decade TIPHER has made significant progress that furthers our mission to improve the quality of life by addressing public health needs and critical education issues.
Join us and catch the vision."
Carlos Campos, MD, MPH, CDE | sociology |
http://www.stonebridgesimi.com/weddings.html | 2013-06-19T19:49:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368709101476/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516125821-00042-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.952838 | 814 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__25775574 | en | At StoneBridge Community Church we recognize our responsibility to prepare couples not only for their wedding, but for their life together after the ceremony. Couples who are married at StoneBridge are asked to prepare for the wedding and marriage in at least two ways.
First, after contacting the church office about wedding policies and fees, couples schedule an appointment with one of our pastors as soon as possible.
After meeting with the couple and discerning their commitment, responsibility, maturity, and Christian understanding, the wedding date can be placed on the church calendar.
We are guided in our understanding of Christian marriage by the following from our Book of Order:
“Marriage is a gift God has given to all humankind for the well-being of the entire human family. Marriage is a civil contract between a woman and a man. For Christians marriage is a covenant through which a man and a woman are called to live out together before God their lives of discipleship. In a service of Christian marriage a lifelong commitment is made by a woman and a man to each other, publicly witnessed and acknowledged by the community of faith.
a. In preparation for the marriage service, the pastor shall provide for a discussion with the man and the woman concerning
- the nature of their Christian commitment, assuring that at least one is a professing Christian,
- the legal requirements of the state,
- the privileges and responsibilities of Christian marriage,
- the nature and form of the marriage service,
- the vows and commitments they will be asked to make,
- the relationship of these commitments to their lives of discipleship,
- the resources of the faith and the Christian community to assist them in fulfilling their marriage commitments. This discussion is equally important in the case of a first marriage, a marriage after the death of a spouse, and a marriage following divorce.
“Christian marriage should be celebrated in the place where the community gathers for worship. As a service of Christian worship, the marriage service is under the direction of the pastor and the supervision of the Session. The marriage ordinarily takes place in a special service which focuses upon marriage as a gift of God and as an expression of the Christian life. Others may be invited to participate as leaders in the service at the discretion of the pastor. Celebration of the Lord’s Supper at the marriage service requires the approval of the Session, and care shall be taken that the invitation to the Table is extended to all baptized present...
“The service begins with scriptural sentences and a brief statement of purpose. The man and the woman shall declare their intention to enter into Christian marriage and shall exchange vows of love and faithfulness. The service includes appropriate passages of Scripture, which may be interpreted in various forms of proclamation. Prayers shall be offered for the couple, for the communities all who seek to live in faithfulness. In the name of the triune God the minister shall declare publicly that the woman and the man are now joined in marriage. A charge may be given. Other actions common to the community and its cultures may appropriately be observed when these actions do not diminish the Christian understanding of marriage. The service concludes with a benediction.
“Music suitable for the marriage service directs attention to God and expresses the faith of the church. The congregation may join in hymns and other musical forms of praise and prayer.
“Flowers, decorations, and other appointments should be appropriate to the place of worship, enhance the worshipers’ consciousness of the reality of God, and reflect the integrity and simplicity of Christian life.
“A service of worship recognizing a civil marriage and confirming it in the community of faith may be appropriate when requested by the couple. The service will be similar to the marriage service except that the opening statement, the declaration of intention, the exchange of the vows by the husband and wife, and the public declaration by the minister reflect the fact that the woman and man are already married to one another according to the laws of the state.” | sociology |
http://www.the42.ie/fidelma-healy-eames-daily-mail-1592920-Jul2014/?r_dir_d=1 | 2015-08-01T03:31:02 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-32/segments/1438042988458.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20150728002308-00131-ip-10-236-191-2.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.986217 | 288 | CC-MAIN-2015-32 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-32__0__93120447 | en | SENATOR FIDELMA HEALY Eames has said she feels ‘vindicated’ by an apology from the Irish Daily Mail about two articles it published about her in 2012.
The newspaper had printed two articles in August of that year about work the Senator and her husband had done as volunteers with the Voluntary Service Overseas charity in Rwanda.
The High Court case was struck out today because an agreement was reached between the two parties. RTÉ reports that, in an apology to Healy Eames, the newspaper said it accepted that the “articles gave the wholly inaccurate impression that the Senator had benefited from public or charity funds”.
Speaking to TheJournal.ie about the settlement today, Healy Eames said she was “relieved and delighted”.
“I feel like I’ve been vindicated and those are the key things,” she continued. “I’m grateful for all the help along the way and in particular for family, friends and supporters who believed me all along, because it was a very difficult time”.
An undisclosed sum of money was also included in the settlement and the Senator said she will be making a donation to a charity for widows and orphans of the Rwandan genocide.
She added that she fully accepted the apology of the Irish Daily Mail and is just pleased now that she can move on. | sociology |
https://www.thewellnesscorner.com/blog/stepping-out-of-the-comfort-zone | 2023-06-04T07:52:51 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224649518.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20230604061300-20230604091300-00742.warc.gz | 0.972364 | 401 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__260730449 | en | Self-esteem can be defined as the way you look at yourself, an assessment of your own worth as an individual. Low self-esteem by and large stems from unpleasant experiences from the past, some of which could have occurred during childhood and continued into adulthood as well.
This is probably why individuals with lower self-esteem tend to play safe, rarely stepping out of their comfort zones. The comfort zone is a familiar place where they feel safe and secure. It can be:
- A person's home
- A person's workplace
- Activities that one does every day
- People that one interacts with regularly, such as friends or family members
- Places that one frequents to shop or eat
- Places of exercise
- The roads/routes that one prefers to take when getting to these places
It should be noted that though one’s comfort zone would seem like the perfect cocoon, it can get monotonous and tedious over time, because it provides a false sense of security. Growth comes with moving out of the comfort zone to try new things. Change, though sometimes daunting, enables an individual to grow and succeed, and gain self-confidence too in the process.
But to bring about change and be successful, it is important that you constantly push and challenge yourself, face your fears, and more importantly step out of the comfort zone. Stepping out of the comfort zone and venturing out implies that there might be discomfort of some kind, but it is a step towards ridding yourself of those fears.
Remember, that change doesn’t happen overnight. It is a slow and gradual process, one that concedes in victory and happiness.
It is important that as a person goes through these fears, he or she celebrates the victories for doing so. The more that pleasure and positive feelings are associated with risking, the more someone will be inclined to risk again.
Take that first step out of the cocoon and see the difference. | sociology |
http://pom-squad.livejournal.com/profile | 2017-07-27T02:25:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-30/segments/1500549426951.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20170727022134-20170727042134-00244.warc.gz | 0.944641 | 263 | CC-MAIN-2017-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-30__0__130724450 | en | We're The Pom Squad, Spokane's Radical Cheerleaders.
The Pom Squad is a street-theater style group of activists who join together in order to make protest fun and accessible to all people regardless of age, size, race, gender (or lack of gender), ability or experience.
The Pom Squad is explicitly feminist in nature, and has no leaders because in Utah Phillips' words: "We are all (cheer)leaders here."
Our mission is to take the grim struggle of politics and transform it into revolutionary joy. We believe every human being has a voice and that radical struggle should never silence any person or place the value of one body over another. We want to create a space in the public sphere where radical feminists are encouraged to be loud and proud, and to use our bodies in all their beauty and diversity as powerful tools of change.
We believe that politics and culture can be transformed through our mantra: "If it isn't fun, don't do it."
For too long, public protest has been bogged down in fatalism and sorrow. We choose to see struggle as a source of joy and we communicate that joy by subverting a patriarchal display into an expression of revolt.
Please join us in learning how every voice and every body can change the world. | sociology |
https://filterworldtrading.com/article-1/ | 2023-11-29T15:46:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100112.41/warc/CC-MAIN-20231129141108-20231129171108-00494.warc.gz | 0.925687 | 612 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__149928501 | en | Safety First: Building a Culture of Worker Protection and Risk Mitigation
In every workplace, safety should never be negotiable. It’s not merely a checkbox on a list of responsibilities; it’s a core value that forms the foundation of a successful and ethical organization. The adage “Safety First” carries profound significance, underscoring the paramount importance of safeguarding employees and mitigating risks.
Prioritizing Worker Protection: The Foundation of Success
Building a culture of worker protection and risk mitigation is not just about adhering to regulations. It’s about fostering an environment where employees feel valued and assured that their well-being is a top priority. When employees know that their safety matters, they are more engaged, productive, and committed to the organization’s goals.
The Cost of Complacency
The consequences of neglecting worker safety can be dire. Accidents, injuries, and even fatalities can result from overlooking safety protocols. Beyond the immediate human toll, such incidents can lead to legal ramifications, financial losses, damaged reputation, and a demoralized workforce. It’s a stark reminder that safety is not just a moral imperative; it’s a strategic imperative.
Cultivating a Safety Culture
Building a culture of worker protection requires a multifaceted approach that involves leadership commitment, employee involvement, robust training, and a continuous improvement mindset.
1. Leadership Commitment: A genuine commitment to safety must start at the top. When leaders actively prioritize safety in their decision-making and actions, it sends a powerful message throughout the organization.
2. Employee Involvement: Employees are often the best source of insights into potential hazards and risks. Encouraging them to actively participate in identifying and addressing safety concerns not only improves safety outcomes but also boosts morale and engagement.
3. Robust Training: Comprehensive safety training equips employees with the knowledge and skills needed to recognize, prevent, and respond to potential dangers. Regular training sessions keep safety practices fresh in employees’ minds.
4. Reporting and Accountability: Establishing a reporting system for near misses, incidents, and potential hazards encourages transparency and accountability. This information helps identify trends and implement corrective actions proactively.
5. Continuous Improvement: Safety is an ongoing journey, not a destination. Regularly reviewing and refining safety protocols based on feedback, incidents, and industry best practices is essential for evolving a safety culture.
“Safety First” is not just a motto; it’s a way of life in organizations that recognize the immense value of their employees. A culture of worker protection and risk mitigation is an investment in the well-being of the workforce, the company’s reputation, and its long-term success. By prioritizing safety, organizations build a foundation of trust, responsibility, and commitment that resonates throughout every level of the organization. It’s a commitment that not only protects workers today but also ensures a brighter, safer future for everyone involved. | sociology |
https://www.bolvitolawncare.com/about | 2021-08-01T07:52:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046154163.9/warc/CC-MAIN-20210801061513-20210801091513-00500.warc.gz | 0.97503 | 351 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__151916410 | en | Say hello to the Bolvito family, Metuchen natives and proud members of a small community!
Adolfo and Amanda are high school sweethearts, marrying just months after the school opened their doors for the Senior class of 2008 to start their adult journey. They have 3 blessings; the oldest children thrive in Metuchen Public Schools, while the youngest shines in a local private preschool.
After enormous hardships as teen parents and family related illnesses, the couple took the extreme risk to start a small business to brighten their future and that of their children. They have become greatly successful by resonating with the Metuchen community's desire to make a difference. The family strongly believes that although they may not make a difference in the world, they can make a difference in someone's world. They have collected coats for the homeless in Newark, they have made bagged lunches for the homeless in New Brunswick, they have collected First Communion attire for children in the Diocese of Metuchen, they have provided necessities for local families in need, and much more, including donating 5% of all of their business income to many different organizations and individuals.
The Bolvito family's strong moral convictions pour over into their business. They have used the teachings of their faith to build a reputation of high standards that allows customers to trust that they are being given a fair price for the requested work and that their property is safe, even if the homeowner is not home.
Let Adolfo and Amanda Bolvito show you that supporting a local family is worth it. If you choose BLC, you are choosing to encourage their son to play soccer, their daughter to excel in violin, and their toddler to make memories in school. | sociology |
https://ironkidsphil.com/news-updates/this-ironkids-are-already-winners-just-by-joining/ | 2024-04-19T08:40:47 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817382.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20240419074959-20240419104959-00043.warc.gz | 0.95877 | 760 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__182493435 | en | Eorol Belonquil and Marielle Estreba, both from Cebu, won the boys and girls categories for 13 to 14 years old in the Alaska Fortified IRONKIDS Philippines held at the Azuela Cove in Davao on March 23, 2019.
The pair, others who won their categories, as well all children who joined are already winners in more ways than just emerging victorious in the race. The multi-discipline race taught them important lessons especially patience and the value of perseverance.
“I like triathlon because it taught me three disciplines. Swim, bike, run. It taught me to work hard. I learned the importance of preparation not just in training but also in school. It increased my endurance so that I could do multiple tasks without tiring. This also helped me in my school work,” said Belonquil.
IRONKIDS, which is staged in the Philippines by Sunrise Events, is so much more than just a race and a healthy physical activity with excitement and fun. It also helps children develop good habits such as discipline and hard work as they try to become better athletes.
Alaska Milk Asst. Brand Manager Diane Guerta said they are encouraged by how children like Belonquil and Estreba benefit from the race.
“It’s good that they get to remember values that Alaska Milk teaches through IRONKIDS. This is a partnership. We want children to learn good values such as determination, hard work and discipline,” said Guerta.
“This is on top of nutrition and an active lifestyle. These values. We teach them to the kids. So the coaches, like Coach Ani (Brown) and the senior athletes and even the professional athletes, help in imparting these lessons. They serve as good role models and inspiration to the children.”
For her part Estreba said the most important lessons she learned are discipline and time management.
“IRONKIDS is my first triathlon race. Joining IRONKIDS taught me discipline. It taught me how to use my time very well. It’s three sports in one. Unlike swimming where you just swim. In triathlon you have to discipline yourself in practice to maximize time,” said Estreba.
These children are good examples of young athletes who were brought up by Alaska IRONKIDS. They are shaping up to be not just really good athletes but also better persons according to Guerta.
All the children in Alaska Fortified IRONKIDS Philippines, who took the lessons to heart, are already winners.
There is more to Alaska Fortified IRONKIDS Philippines than meets the eye. Most can only see the children swimming, biking and running in the sun as they compete. But there are other benefits that cannot be seen.
Alaska Fortified IRONKIDS teaches children the importance of physical activity and exercise and encourages them to go out and play in the sun. It teaches them the importance of proper nutrition and drinking milk.
They learn important values like discipline and hard work which help them not just in sports but also in school and everyday life.
In this way Alaska Milk and Sunrise Events help in nation-building.
For more information visit the website www.ironkidsphil.com, Facebook /ironkidsphil, Instagram @ironkidsPhilippines or Twitter @ironkidsPhil. Learn more about Alaska Sports at www.alaskamilk.com/alaska-sports/.
Visit as well the Sunrise Events Inc. Website (https//v2.sunriseevents.com.ph), Facebook, Instagram and Twitter Accounts. | sociology |
https://marcia-and-co.co.uk/dreams-of-a-little-girl/ | 2023-12-10T07:59:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679101282.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20231210060949-20231210090949-00848.warc.gz | 0.989703 | 237 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__165403192 | en | I’ve been fascinated by hair all my life .
As a mixed race child growing up with an adopted white family , I knew my curls were unruly and hard to handle .
I was different , none of my friends had short springy hair and it wasn’t fair .
Then one Christmas my parents bought me a dolly who had hair that you could grow if you turned a key in her neck .
From that moment I realised that hair could be styled and shaped into different ways.
A whole new world was opening up to me .
I’d invite my play mates round and spend hours playing with their hair .
It didn’t matter to me anymore that I was different and couldn’t manage my own , I had hair to play with , and it made me feel girly Like them.
As I grew older I noticed my friends would ask me more and more to do their hair and it not only made me feel good, it made them feel good also .
I had a purpose I could help people who couldn’t do their own hair , feel better about themselves .
That warmed my heart | sociology |
https://www.thegogame.com/blog/family-house-and-docusign-raises-funds-with-the-go-game | 2023-09-24T21:43:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924191454-20230924221454-00785.warc.gz | 0.950692 | 527 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__71167724 | en | Family House, in partnership with DocuSign Raises Funds with The Go Game
Family House San Francisco, in partnership with DocuSign, recently threw a virtual fundraising event for their community. Family House, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization working to provide free temporary housing and emotional support to families of patients getting treatment at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital. Since all funding comes from donations and volunteer engagement, fundraising events are an imperative part of the organization’s success..
Due to the ongoing pandemic, Family House was forced to transition to a near-completely virtual model. This meant no in-person visitors, volunteers, or events-- all critical elements in sustaining and supporting their community. They were faced with a question: how do they keep the magic of the Family House but make it virtual? Additionally, how do they create an environment where organic connections can flourish, especially as it relates to corporate volunteers and fundraising?
Using Go Remote, Family House was able to engage volunteers and sponsors like DocuSign in innovative, dynamic ways, helping to support the organization in these uncertain times.
Throughout the virtual experience, Go Remote hosts facilitated a space where volunteers could expand and grow their relationships, while establishing new connections, the customized trivia games and the platform’s private chat feature. Most importantly, they were able to raise over $8,000 in critical funding for the organization and the families they serve and thank donors in real time!
“This platform is the opposite of Zoom fatigue! It’s so engaging and fun. It’s incredibly unique and our community, team and volunteers loved it!” -Karen Banks, Chief Engagement Officer, Family House.
The true beauty of the Go Remote platform lies in its ability to seamlessly flex and support various virtual event goals and clients. The Go Game was honored to be a part of this experience and we’re looking forward to what’s next for Family House and the DocuSign partnership.
Speaking of, Family House is hosting an upcoming gala and we’d love for our community to support their work. Rock The House will take place Saturday, November 14th with virtual cocktails at 6:30pm and a program at 7pm featuring an acoustic music set by Train, live auction, and surprises. Please make a donation if you’re able and again we can’t wait to support you in your next virtual event!
Written by Lilah Fraser
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https://heb.org.sg/assistance-schemes/gift-from-the-heart/ | 2021-04-14T07:28:24 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-17/segments/1618038077336.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20210414064832-20210414094832-00073.warc.gz | 0.911456 | 217 | CC-MAIN-2021-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-17__0__7004717 | en | GIFT FROM THE HEART
The Hindu Endowments Board provides food rations to Hindu families in need through its assistance programme ‘Gift from the Heart’. The programme was first launched to assist families in financial difficulties to tide over the 2009 economic downturn. Food rations are packed and distributed through HEB-Ashram, an institution of public character (IPC) managed by the Board. Beneficiaries are identified through Hindu temples.
The Board welcomes donors and benefactors who wish to be a part of this community initiative.
Hardcopies of the application form are available at the following HEB Temple counters:
1. Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple (Serangoon Road)
2. Sri Mariamman Temple (South Bridge Road)
3. Sri Sivan Temple (Geylang East)
4. Sri Vairavimada Kaliamman Temple (Toa Payoh)
For more information, please contact HEB-Ashram:
30, Durban Road, Singapore 759642 | sociology |
https://forgottenconvicts.wordpress.com/2021/04/08/female-pauper-emancipists/ | 2021-06-20T00:43:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-25/segments/1623487653461.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20210619233720-20210620023720-00280.warc.gz | 0.978011 | 3,345 | CC-MAIN-2021-25 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-25__0__18290413 | en | To listen see Podcast: Episode 3: Female Pauper-Emancipists
Pauper-emancipists are individuals who were in need of, or receiving, charitable assistance and who were also former convicts. There were far fewer female pauper-emancipist than males. There are a number of reasons for this, largely because there were fewer females transported as convicts, and because of the greater likelihood of marriage for females providing them with a support network (Watkins 2018). However, just because there were fewer of them, does not mean they should be overlooked. We will not follow Shaw’s line of thinking: ‘Of the females less need be said, for they comprised only a one-sixth of the total’ (1966, 164).
Approximately twenty per cent of those transported to Australia were female (around 25,000) (Nicholas & Shergold 1988; 4). Despite Shaw’s dismissive quote above, the importance of the female convict experience has now been widely acknowledged. There are some fantastic works on the subject. Robinson’s (1988) work on the first forty years of settlement showed that female convicts were petty, first-time offenders who had suffered harsh conditions in Britain. Beddoe (1979) looked at the circumstances, demographic information and occupational circumstance of Welsh female convicts. Subsequently, Oxley (1995) took an aggregate approach to research female convicts transported to NSW, and found that they arrived with much needed skills and trade experience. (Other important works on female convicts include: Robinson 1985; Perrott 1983; Weatherburn; Salt 1979; Lake 2003; Smith 1988; Fleming 2012; for work on older females imprisoned see Nagy 2019 and Nagy & Piper 2020; for juvenile female convicts see Watkins 2020).
The lives of women under sentence, affected their prospects in freedom and later life. Daniels (1998) points out that those women who were notably successful, like Maria Lord and Mary Reibey, were able to be so because of their marriages. The capital and support that marriage provided helped them be successful and to utilise their skills and intelligence. Largely, women were granted land alongside either husbands, and only a few were granted land themselves, and this only happened early on. As such, most women shared the farm work with their husbands but they were not themselves landowners. However, many did inherit their husbands’ business and land when they died (to become innkeepers and hotel keepers in their own right). Many became self-employed through sewing, washing clothes and milliners, seamstresses, nurses and midwives. However, ‘The range of employment of women was limited, regardless of the number of individuals who in various ways became successful’ (Daniels 1998, 228). Most were employed as servants. For example, a muster in NSW in 1828 shows that 58% of women were employed in domestic service, 15% as housekeepers, 4% as special servants, and 6% as laundresses. Indeed; ‘The great majority of women neither established businesses nor became independent but exchanged life as a government servant for life as a free servant’ (228). Few women could improve themselves through work or support themselves easily. As the colony grew so did demand for servants but competition from free immigrant women came too. Moreover, domestic service was also usually live-in work and so work for wages for those with children was not usually possible. As such, many resorted to orphanages. Often, marriage was the easiest course to freedom, material comfort and a normal life. While women could and did contribute to the family income, their ability was restricted by family responsibilities and the nature of the work available – and as always much of their work was invisible.
Women had fewer economic opportunities than men, and so marriage was a viable and even superior option. Indeed, the government passed legislation to ensure economic support for women who did marry. Still, by the 1850s there were so many cases of abandoned wives and families in South Australia that the Destitute Board asked the Crown Solicitor to prosecute the husbands. Yet, the authorities wanted and encouraged women to marry. In the 1840s the unemployment was consistently high, wages were relatively depressed and the need for social welfare was high. The labour market was less favourable for women during the first half of the nineteenth century. Australia and Britain in the nineteenth century were similar in terms of the narrow occupational options for female workers. There were few jobs in which sex was irrelevant. Domestic service was the principle form of employment for females. Very few women in Australia were employed as clerical and nursing roles at this time. Nursing was for middleclass women, and clerical and sales assistants were still overwhelmingly male. Due to economic differences, proportionally more women in Britain worked in factories than did Australian women. Nearly 70% of female labour in Britain was in domestic service, laundry work, dress manufacturer, cotton manufacturer and agricultural labour. In colonial Australia in the first half of the nineteenth century, women were confined to the first three on the list. Such a lack of options during their working lives inevitably impacted their lives when they were no longer able to work (Alford 1984).
As Daniels (1998) points out, those disserted by husbands through death, desertion, illness or unemployment, lived on the edge of poverty; ‘It has been estimated that throughout the nineteenth century at least 10% of Australians lived in permanent poverty’ (234). During the economic downturn in VDL, many men left the colony leaving behind women and children. Through looking at the institutions, which took in some of this population, the problems of poor ex-convict women are revealed. They continued to be dependent on government support, or returned to dependence as they grew old and infirm. To a certain extent, when these women were still convicts they benefited from the ‘welfare’ of the state in terms of basic shelter and work, which when free no longer existed for them automatically. When emancipists and not able to work, they had to seek support from government/charity run establishments, which was conditional on conforming to acceptable standards of behaviour. That is not to say that such ‘assistance’ under sentence not without issue. Women who became pregnant were punished with six months in the factory, and husbands often used the state to control their wives while assigned to them, by reporting what they saw as misbehaviour. Moreover, it was not just fractured families that fell into poverty and institutionalisation, as appears to be the case of Elizabeth Rowbottom.
Case Study: Elizabeth Jones (aka Rowbottom / Walford)
Elizabeth was born in approximately 1828 in St. Pancras, London. She was convicted in 1842 for stealing from her master; one shawl worth two shillings and two pence, one bonnet worth six pence and three pence in change. In her Old Bailey Proceeding she stated to the prosecutor: ‘You gave me the bonnet to wear, and lent me the shawl you took me into your service at 1s. a week and my victuals you never gave me a farthing of money, and scarcely any victuals.’ Nevertheless, she was sentenced to seven years’ transportation. There was another indictment against her at the trial for stealing one gown and other articles, to the value of fifteen shillings – also the property of her master. She left aboard the Garland Grove in 1842, arriving in Hobart three months later. She was just fifteen years old, a member of the Church of England, she worked as a ‘nurse girl’, could read, and was described as having a ‘pock-pitted’ face and being 4’9.5”. Her father, John, was living in Edgeware road and she had two siblings.
While in the colony, Elizabeth only committed three offences which were all non-serious, regulatory offences while under assignment, including; being absent without leave, misconduct, and disobeying orders. For these offences she generally received solitary confinement but the last offence resulted in six months’ hard labour at the wash tub. Elizabeth received her Ticket-of-Leave between 1845 and 1847, and received her Conditional Pardon soon after. Then, in 1849 she was awarded her Certificate-of-Freedom.
Four years after becoming free, Elizabeth married Henry Rowbottom who was also a former convict who had arrived on the Ostler and Carter. Henry was a tradesman transported from London for seven years in 1844. In total they had four children between 1851 and 1858. The first was born before they married.
Elizabeth stayed at the Launceston Invalid Depot on an number of occasions (at least 4) between 1897 and 1905, she also stayed at the New Town Pauper Establishment between December 1902 until January. But it was in the Launceston Invalid Depot that she died in 1905, aged seventy-four. She was buried in at Charles Street General Cemetery.
As Elizabeth’s case demonstrated, just as the males moved between institution, so too did females. There were a number of female charitable institutions. For example, Hobart Town General Hospital housed both male and female, imperial and colonial pauper invalids. At the time, such institutions were generalised. In 1859, it was decided that charitable institutions based on institutional specialism was needed. This later led to the establishment of Hobart Town Female Infirmary and the Brickfields Invalid Depot. The latter was mainly kept for emancipist invalids. While this establishment for males progressed quickly – the females did not (Piper 2003). As was often the case, females were an afterthought. It was 1861, before the female colonial invalids were accommodated at the Cascades Female Factory. The 1850s and 1860s saw the establishment of a separate infirmary for women – effectively keeping female patients and invalids separate. By 1867, Cascades was converted to allow transfer of female invalids previously housed at Hobart Town General Hospital. Eventually, the New Town Charitable Institution (NTCI) became the cornerstone of Tasmania’s charitable system – opening in 1874 – when female invalids from Cascades were transferred there (Piper 2003). The new rules in 1879 at the newly combined male and female institution of New Town still emphasised ‘cleanliness, discipline, order and routine’ (Piper 2003, 266-7).
While men were subject to overcrowding, Piper (2003, 135) argues that the, ‘Female invalids were subjected to a far grimmer penal experience than most of the male counterparts.’ Indeed, the female invalids in Launceston had been sent to both penal and medical institutions up until as late as 1857. The Launceston Invalid Depot was reserved for males, and so females remained in overcrowded conditions. Piper argues that female invalids were seen as the worst ‘contagion’ (2003). Females invalids were held at both Port Arthur and the old Cascades Female Factory when they were ‘fully operating prison[s]’ (Piper 2003, 141). There seems to have been little debate about the propriety of housing these female invalids in penal spaces, like there was for males.
There were fewer female pauper-emancipists, and as such they were not given much attention by the authorities. Men were certainly housed in poor and overcrowded conditions, but there was a continuous debate about improving their conditions and buildings were made available and classification was considered. Even women who married and were able to earn their keep for much of their lives after freedom, saw themselves in older age returning the dependence of the institution.
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https://mangan.nic.in/demography/ | 2023-09-22T07:16:29 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506339.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20230922070214-20230922100214-00413.warc.gz | 0.895777 | 1,448 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__294919434 | en | As per the Population Census 2011 data, following are some quick facts about Mangan District.
|Children (Age 0-6)||4,677||2,425||2,252|
Caste-wise Population – Mangan district:
Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 2.2% while Schedule Tribe (ST) were 65.7% of total population in Mangan district of Sikkim.
Religion-wise Population – Mangan district:
|No Religion Specified||261||(0.6%)||106||155|
Literacy Rate – Mangan district:
The total literacy rate of Mangan district was 78.01% in 2011 which is less than average literacy rate 81.42% of Sikkim. Population-wise, out of total 30,450 literates, males were 18,579 while females were 11,871. Also the male literacy rate was 83.3% and the female literacy rate was 70.97% in Mangan district.
Sex Ratio – Mangan district:
The Sex Ratio of Mangan district is 767 . Thus for every 1000 men there were 767 females in Mangan district. Also as per Census 2011, the Child Sex Ration was 929 which is greater than Average Sex Ratio ( 767 ) of Mangan district.
Population Density – Mangan district:
The total area of Mangan district is 4,226 km2. Thus the density of Mangan district is 10 people per square kilometer. As per the initial provisional data of Census 2011, around 2 sq. km. area is under urban region while 4,224 sq. km. is under rural region.
Urban/Rural Population – Mangan district:
As per the Census 2011 out of total population of Mangan District, 10.62% people lived in urban regions while 89.38% in rural areas. The total figure of population of urban population was 4,644 out of which 2,456 were males while remaining 2,188 were females. In rural areas of Mangan District, male population was 22,274 while female population was 16,791.
The average sex ratio in urban regions of Mangan District was 891 females per 1000 males. Also the Child (0-6 age) sex ration of urban areas in Mangan District was 893 girls per 1000 boys. Thus the total children (0-6 age) living in urban areas of Mangan District were 585 which is 12.6% of total urban population. Similarly the average sex ratio in rural areas of Mangan District was 754 females per 1000 males. The Child sex ratio of rural areas in Mangan District was 934 girls per 1000 boys.
The average literacy rate in Mangan District for urban regions was 83.81 percent in which males were 87.8% literate while female literacy stood at 79.34%. The total literate population of Mangan District was 30,450. Similarly in rural areas of Mangan District, the average literacy rate was 77.34 percent. Out of which literacy rate of males and females stood at 82.82% and 69.89% respectively. Total literates in rural areas of Mangan District were 27,048.
|Child sex ratio (0-6 age)||934||893|
Child Population – Mangan district:
According to Census 2011, there were 4,677 children between age 0 to 6 years in Mangan district. Out of which 2,425 were male while 2,252 were female.
Working Population – Mangan district:
In Mangan district out of total population, 23,359 were engaged in work activities. 73.7% of workers describe their work as Main Work (Employment or Earning more than 6 Months) while 26.3% were involved in Marginal activity providing livelihood for less than 6 months. Of 23,359 workers engaged in Main Work, 4,728 were cultivators (owner or co-owner) while 1,015 were Agricultural labourer. | sociology |
https://managementsolutionsnw.com/hoa-management-company-auburn-wa/ | 2023-11-30T17:26:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00894.warc.gz | 0.965097 | 964 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__28025288 | en | HOA Management Company in Auburn
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We consolidate issues raised by the community as well as those our team has observed during routine inspections and present them to the board for discussion during board meetings. We know that board members are also members of the community they represent. We help to remove conflicts of interest and provide board members with guidance in making decisions to benefit the community. We help boards develop goals and determine their priorities in order to guide the community to prosperity.
Enforce policies and guidelines
Keeping track of compliance can be difficult for busy board members. However, with the assistance of our expert team, you can ensure compliance and improvements in aesthetics of the community. Our team will step in to ensure that members of the community adhere to policies and guidelines of the HOA. We will ensure vendors are fulfilling their duties and that communal areas are maintained. We’ll identify and address violations. We’ll also provide the board with recommendations for modifications to policies that will benefit the community and meet their needs.
Living in Auburn
If you’re looking to settle in a vibrant city with a strong sense of history and community, you can’t go wrong with Auburn. Auburn is an area with a history that stretches back to the Indian tribes and early settlers. In fact, this history continues to influence the lifestyle of the residents.
Auburn is a small city that’s densely populated. The population is fairly diverse and the city is a relatively affordable place to live. The area is growing economically which could account for its large population of young professionals.
The area also attracts young families. If you plan to move your family here, you will have access to a wide variety of excellent schools. Many of the schools in the area have received excellent ratings when compared to other schools nationally. You can be sure your child will receive a great education if you decide to relocate to the area.
The city offers many great neighborhoods to consider. Downtown is one of the most notable residential areas. It features a good deal of the area’s historic architecture. Lea Hills is another great residential area to consider for suburban living. If you’re looking for something set in a more rural community, consider Thomas and Christopher. These former farming towns were recently annexed and are great for rural living.
Although Auburn is small, there are lots of opportunities for a variety of activities. Visit the local shopping centers for a shopping spree or try your luck at Muckleshoot casino. Muckleshoot is Auburn’s largest casino and is the right place to be if you want to win big. Flaming Geyser National Park is the perfect place for nature lovers, sports enthusiasts and families looking to have a great time outdoors. The park offers a wide range of activities including kayaking and hiking.
Auburn offers a great combination of urban, suburban and rural living. | sociology |
http://www.third-ward.org/2010/09/2010-quality-of-life-report.html | 2017-09-20T22:00:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-39/segments/1505818687484.46/warc/CC-MAIN-20170920213425-20170920233425-00223.warc.gz | 0.965658 | 181 | CC-MAIN-2017-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-39__0__98659017 | en | "[Stable NSAs] exhibit few neighborhood level problems. These are neighborhoods that score high on the social, physical, crime, and economic dimensions. Compared to other NSAs, the Stable grouping has a significant higher quality of life than the city average conditions."Since the 2008 report, Third Ward's population has increased to 2,856, with a decrease in the youth population and increase in persons over 64. Housing units have increased to 1,343, and average house value has increased to $313,704 (versus a city average of $228,128).
Fully 100% of Third Ward residents have access to public transportation. Though slight increases were recorded in the Crime measurements, Third Ward had the lowest rates of crime compared to other Uptown neighborhoods - in every category.
Read the full report, including definitions, here. Thanks to Keith Hall for sharing the link! | sociology |
https://parles.upf.edu/llocs/lsc-lab/en/content/sociolinguistics-sign-languages | 2023-11-28T19:16:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679099942.90/warc/CC-MAIN-20231128183116-20231128213116-00855.warc.gz | 0.986209 | 150 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__196086734 | en | The sociolinguistics of sign languages
As the languages of deaf signing people, Sign Languages are not only minoritary, but also have been marginated and surrounded by prejudices based on ignorance. As minority languages, they did not have a share in most of the spheres of the majoritary society around them until quite recently, and were therefore restricted to informal usage the environment of the family. This situation has changed in many countries, like our own, and Sign Languages are becoming more visible in many fields they could not reach before, such as mass media, education, or justice, for instance. In some cases, like Catalonia, Sign Languages have been recognized as natural of the country by law, which promotes their presence in education and in the institutions. | sociology |
https://services.online.missouri.edu/exec/data/courses/2342/public/lesson02/lesson02.aspx | 2014-04-17T09:53:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-15/segments/1397609527423.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20140416005207-00168-ip-10-147-4-33.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.936856 | 911 | CC-MAIN-2014-15 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-15__0__129726145 | en | The issue of global population is at the very center of geographic inquiry. From the use of resources to the density of people in cars on a freeway to the number of children in a region who are malnourished, issues of population size, composition, age, and socioeconomic characteristics are all aspects of geographic study. This lesson will illustrate the breadth of ways that people and their demographic characteristics are of major geographic and global importance.
After completing this lesson, you should be able to accomplish the following:
- Define density, rate of increase, fertility, and mortality.
- Identify the locations of the major concentrations of human population.
- Describe the regional distribution of heavily settled as well as unsettled regions.
- Explain the various implications of overpopulation.
- Define and interpret different population pyramids.
- Explain the global significance of demographic transition.
- Explain the significance of the writings of Thomas Malthus.
- Identify both those who support and argue against Malthus and his beliefs.
- Describe how the global population has changed since 1900.
- Identify the size of the global population.
Contemporary Human Geography
These study questions are for your own benefit and should not be submitted to your instructor. You can check your answers against those provided.
- Describe the factors that affect the population growth of a place.
Population growth is affected by the age of the population, fertility and mortality (birth and death) rates, the health of a population, and the cultural traditions of a people. When people live in cities, they are likely to have fewer children than people who live in farm settings. The quality of health care also has an impact on mortality rate, and this, too, shows up in growth patterns. Generally, the largest factor is the level of development. Less developed countries are more likely to have higher population growth rates. Immigration also affects population growth.
- Explain why it is often easier to lower the crude death rates than the crude birth rates.
Crude death rates (CDR) can be lowered by improvements in sanitation, medical care, education, and food supply. These changes tend to be welcomed universally in any culture. Lowering crude birth rates (CBR) means the introduction of contraception, promotion of family planning, or otherwise encouraging young couples to have fewer children. These steps often contradict traditional cultural or religious practices and are more difficult for people to embrace. CBR tends to decline with increasing development and a growth of urban populations. Large numbers of children in an urban family are not as economically beneficial as the same number of children on a farm.
When you can accomplish the learning objectives for this lesson, you should begin work on the essay questions described below. You may use any assigned readings, your notes, and other course-related materials to complete this assignment.
2 essays, 25 points each, 50 total points.
Answer the following two essay questions, using the textbook and your own view of the world. Limit your response to about one page (approximately 200 words) per essay. Be sure to include relevant examples or statistics to support your answers. You will be graded on the accuracy and clarity of your response.
- Explain the importance of Thomas Malthus and his theories related to population growth. What would the Malthusian Scenario look like, and where is it more likely to occur?
- Explain the term zero population growth (ZPG) and discuss the countries in which ZPG is likely to occur.
You are about to turn in your first written assignment for this course. Make sure you can answer "yes" to the following questions before you upload your work:
- Is the work my own? Learning is up to you, and the MU community takes academic integrity seriously.
- Did I credit words or ideas to the people who published or shared them on the Web? Plagiarism is using someone else's words or ideas without crediting or "citing" their work. Students who plagiarize will be penalized depending on their instructor and the situation. Don't be afraid to use sources when you write, just make sure you "give credit where credit is due."
Need help figuring out when you should cite other people's words or ideas? Read about "Avoiding Plagiarism"
from Purdue University or contact Mizzou Online
with questions for your instructor.
Uploads to prepare: 1 (.doc or .rtf format) | sociology |
http://www.tottenhamjournal.co.uk/news/crime-court/police-sieze-80-kilos-of-cannabis-in-tottenham-1-1333488 | 2017-10-18T20:11:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-43/segments/1508187823114.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20171018195607-20171018215607-00286.warc.gz | 0.971633 | 375 | CC-MAIN-2017-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-43__0__89819924 | en | Police sieze 80 kilos of ‘cannabis’ in Tottenham
PUBLISHED: 17:42 28 March 2012
An estimated 80 kilos of suspected cannabis has been seized in south Tottenham.
Police discovered the alleged drugs - which are thought to have a street value of about £240,000 - following a stop and search carried out officers from Haringey’s Priority Crime Team on Tuesday afternoon.
The officers found two blocks of what they believed to be cannabis when the searched a 25-year-old man in Walton Road.
They later searched the man’s address where they found about another 160 blocks.
The 25-year-old and a 39-year-old man, who arrived at the address while officers were in the building, have been arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply cannabis.
A 51 year-old woman was also arrested at an address in Finsbury Park area on suspicion of possession with intent to supply cannabis in relation to the 80 kilo seizure.
All three remain in custody at a north London police station.
Haringey Borough Commander Sandra Looby said: “A significant amount of drugs has been taken off our streets as a result of targeted use of stop and search. Drugs are known to be linked to other forms of crime, with users often committing offences to fund their habit on route to carrying out drug deals. There are also significant health issues involved in drug use and we work with our partners to ensure that people are referred to appropriate support services.
“We will continue to work to tackle illegal drugs and the related anti-social behaviour and crime issues that matter to local residents. We will do this with professionalism and integrity, with the targeted use of stop and search where appropriate being a valuable tool to make our streets safer.” | sociology |
https://aia-study.com/educators/study-abroad-now-more-than-ever/ | 2021-05-09T11:31:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243988966.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20210509092814-20210509122814-00052.warc.gz | 0.959391 | 863 | CC-MAIN-2021-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__27455248 | en | “Why I Want To Study Abroad”
Share these student voices with your Study Abroad stakeholders.
Relaunching Global Education
The COVID-19 pandemic has given our world a common cause even as it has isolated us from one another. We must relaunch global education both to meet the challenges of our increasingly interdependent world and our human need for direct personal and cultural interaction.
So as we innovate and relaunch international education, it is vital that we sustain the deep values and rewards of our field – study abroad as a truly immersive experience of constructive, direct engagement with others.
Now, more than ever, global education must focus on authenticity, academic quality, diversity and equity for students who are ready both to re-engage the world around them and to address its fundamental challenges.
- How can we promote greater diversity and equity in global education?
- How can Health, Business, Public Policy, STEM and other majors address the pressing social challenges that their home communities share with other cultures?
- What new Service Learning challenges and opportunities are emerging from this crisis?
- How can we lower risk, and ensure the well-being of students and their host communities?
- How do we engage parents and other non-participant stakeholders in a time of increased uncertainty and caution about travel?
- How can we harness the power of remote learning to enhance global education without diminishing the relevance of direct, on-site engagement?
- How can experienced on-site academic support supplement or substitute traditional faculty-led programs?
Support on the Ground
Now, more than ever, secure study abroad programs need the support of a reliable on-site provider. AIA is helping its partners to create and offer valuable and viable programs that fit the evolving needs and expectations of their various study abroad stakeholders. From program redesign and marketing to on-site and remote content delivery, AIA is helping its clients ensure their students’ experience and well being as we relaunch global education together. We welcome your input and questions as we build these new opportunities.
Students Return to Italy
Study abroad began to return to Italy during the early months of 2021. Currently, students and faculty participating in study programs in Italy can travel here from the U.S. and they may enter Italy on special “COVID-free flights” without quarantining. On May 3rd the EU announced plans to allow vaccinated travellers from the US into the bloc during the summer of 2021, which will further facilitate student travel, and Italian consulates in the US are again accepting study visa applications. The U.S. study abroad community has worked together to establish health and safety protocols and to work with the national and regional governements, public health facilities and the broad support sector to protect the health and well being of our program participants. AIA is proud to be part of that community.
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic Italy has remain vigilant in its response to protect public health. COVID infections peaked in November of 2020 and, as of May 1, 2021, cases were down by almost 50% and falling steadily.
Italy’s vaccination campaign is progressing smoothly and accelerating. The country is using Pfizer, Moderna, Astra Zeneca and Johnson & Johnson vaccine, and as of the end of April the country is vaccinating over 7% of its adult population each week. Before the end of May one-half of all adults in Italy will have had at least one shot. The education sector, including American study abroad personnel, was vaccinated in March. See the government vaccination dashboard for details.
Italy maintains clear mask and social distancing policies, and while the country has periodically instituted lockdowns to slow COVID transmission, currently, restaurants, museums and many other cultural venues are open with some restrictions on capacity or operating hours. Travel is permitted between most Italian regions and between Italy and most EU countries.
“Italy was the first Western country to be heavily affected by COVID-19. The government and community, across all levels, reacted strongly and turned around the trajectory of the epidemic with a series of science-based measures.” – WHO on Italy’s COVID-19 experience, with video. | sociology |
https://capecodstpatricksparade.com/awards/2-uncategorised | 2020-10-01T06:49:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600402124756.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20201001062039-20201001092039-00747.warc.gz | 0.958497 | 220 | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__1553483 | en | Many different hands have come together and countless hours have been spent by a group of volunteers. A dedicated group that begins work immediately following each parade to begin planning the next. The Parade Committee wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to the volunteers, past and present (and future), for giving yourself to this worthy event. We have developed from an idea to an event that brings thousands of people to Cape Cod. To the people who have taken time away from the family and friends to make this possible we are forever grateful.
We can always use help and there is no effort too small that we don't appreciate. Please continue to invite your friends and family to join us in this celebration. The thousands of spectators who line this route help to spread warm feelings to the hundreds who march. It is our sincerest hope that you, coupled with your friends and families enjoy this weekend. To quote one of our founding members, Mr. Gerry Manning, "Everybody Loves a parade." On behalf of the entire parade committee let me say that we love having you join us.
Desmond Keogh, Chairman | sociology |
https://soicons.brownpapertickets.com/ | 2020-09-18T06:35:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600400187354.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20200918061627-20200918091627-00099.warc.gz | 0.912368 | 270 | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__291697048 | en | Singing Out Presents ICONS: A Celebration of LGBT Artistry
"Here's to Elton, and Ria, and Freddie, and Melissa..."
From the singers and musicians determined to follow their passions despite cultures of intolerance, to the contemporary stars who boldly carry the torch, performing out and proud and living their truths. Join our incredible cast for an intimate night of performances paying homage to LGBT singers, artists, and musicians, from musical standards to pop hits. Have a few drinks, hear old favourites, and meet some new icons of our own.
Saturday March 7, 2020
7:00 and 9:30 pm
The 519 Ballroom (519 Church Street, second floor, fully accessible venue)
Founded in 1992 by John Schrag, Singing Out is Toronto's oldest and largest LGBTQ choir. We live our motto of Pride, Music, and Belonging by creating a safe, diverse, and inclusive space in the arts for LGBTQ people and allies to come together in artistic excellence to sing, create music, be proud of who we are.
The 519 Ballroom (2nd Floor) (View)
519 Church Street
Toronto, ON M4Y 2C9
|Kid Friendly: No|
|Dog Friendly: No|
|Wheelchair Accessible: Yes!| | sociology |
https://www.fairfax-christian-school.com/fairfax-christian-school-news/478 | 2019-06-19T11:37:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-26/segments/1560627998959.46/warc/CC-MAIN-20190619103826-20190619125826-00545.warc.gz | 0.961994 | 425 | CC-MAIN-2019-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-26__0__171408443 | en | The Dress Code & Uniforms
At the Fairfax Christian School, our uniforms are part of our culture. Uniforms simplify grooming, provide structure, enhance creativity and prepare students for success.
An FCS high school girl who transferred from a government school says it best:
“I love wearing uniforms. I can sleep longer in the morning because I don’t have to fret over what to wear."
Additionally, uniforms relieve the monetary burden of having to buy designer and brand-name clothes for school as well as new outfits according to the trend and season. In Northern Virginia, it’s not uncommon for a family to spend over $2000 per year on school clothes. FCS students can purchase a five-day supply of uniforms for under $400, which represents significant savings.
Uniforms reduce the number of visual distractions in the classroom. At events and on field trips, identifying students is easy when everyone complies with the dress code. There is also a sense of unity and purpose among the students who stand with peers in uniform.
Each person has a limited amount of energy. In order to fulfill their potential, students must expend their energy wisely and not waste it on nonessential matters. The latest clothing trends are a distraction which we eliminate through uniforms.
FCS encourages students to look beyond appearances. When students wear the same outfit, they see each other as equals, which allows them to interact without shallow judgments.
“I feel like I’m already a doctor,” says one FCS student. Uniforms have a stabilizing effect on the mind. Adults wear professional clothes when they go to their jobs. Similarly, uniforms are a mental cue for students. They subconsciously go into “work mode” when in uniform. An untucked shirt or missing blazer suggests that the time to work is over, which has a negative effect on student productivity.
Studies have found that teachers relate to students better when the students are wearing uniforms. The teachers find their students more respectful and respectable in uniform, establishing a better relationship between teachers and students. | sociology |
https://www.georginagroutsmith.co.uk/phdi/p1.nsf/supppages/8827?opendocument&part=3 | 2022-05-22T19:47:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662546071.13/warc/CC-MAIN-20220522190453-20220522220453-00462.warc.gz | 0.945283 | 523 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__152194657 | en | Counselling and Psychotherapy for Children, Young People and therapeutic support for Families.
Child Adolescent Counselling and Psychotherapy can be useful to help a child or young person in distress make sense of their difficult feelings.
A therapist can provide an empathic witness to the child's implicit world and can enable the child to feel seen heard and understood. It is this resonance that manifests change in thoughts; attitude to feelings and behaviours attributed to themselves and also others. The self-healing capacities of the child are activated via the creative imagination. Through play therapy, art, drama, puppetry and other creative media, the child can begin to express that which cannot be verbalized in the presence of an attuned, skilled witness. This can facilitate change and the unfolding of potential.
Support for Children
Through the symbols of play, art and sandtray, and sensory therapy the child can spontaneously and non-verbally communicate his or her inner state and convey those difficulties to the therapist. This emotionally engaging experience can revise presenting issues and behavioural challenges.
Support for Young People:
Adolescence or the emergence of 'Adult-essence' is a key time in the shaping of a young person's identity. Through talking therapy, metaphoric symbolic conversations together with art, other creative therapies and CBT can facilitate the opportunity for the young person to explore their challenging experiences and connect with their innate wisdom as they embark toward adulthood. It is vital in today's society that a young person is equipped with the skills that enable them to be adaptable resilient and creative.
Support for Families: Parenting Consultancy.
A child or young person in suffering can put a lot of strain onto the family dynamics. My training and understanding of Family Systemic practices enables me ,where appropriate, support the family as a whole in parental consultations. Transforming conflicted relationships into harmonious exchanges, through an understanding of their origin, can be useful for the family unit.
I have practiced as a Child Adolescent Psychotherapist in a variety of contexts. I have helped children and young people and their families in primary schools and secondary secondary schools as well as within my private consulting rooms. I have supported Looked After Children and those in Special Guardianship. I have worked in a multi-disciplinary setting alongside CAMHS (Child Adolescent Mental Health Service) and Consultant Psychiatrists. I am a contracted School Counsellor in a Central London Independent Day School, and a Secondary School in West Sussex.
I work with children and young people with extensive Developmental and Learning Disabilities and Difficulties. | sociology |
https://funkar.skane.se/om-funkar-skane-se/about-funkar-skane-se/ | 2023-03-23T07:55:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296945030.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20230323065609-20230323095609-00129.warc.gz | 0.901554 | 220 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__161943545 | en | funkar.skane.se is a website for the young, by the young.
Habilitation & Assistive technology in the Skåne region of Sweden noticed a need for a website for the young people we regularly are in contact with. We asked the youths what they wanted, and this is the basis for why funkar.skane.se exists; the children and Youths wanted a website like this.
We who are involved in the website work in an editorial team consisting of young people with different disabilities, who work together with the regular staff at the Habilitation & Assistive technology. It is the children and youths who write and create the content at funkar.skane.se
This is how we get children’s and youth’s perspectives on the different things and is, among other things, an example of how we create participation, a very important part of what we do at Habilitation & Assistive technology. | sociology |
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