PROJECT LUNCH
The Youth Empowerment and Development project is centered on how to develop the innate ability of the youth in the rural communities through ICT
A lunch of this project is going to be held in Owerri the capital of Imo State.
Key issues to discuss
21st Century Business Initiative
Strengthening Africa Youth Network for rural community development
Helping the singles world – people living with HIV/AIDS
Structure
The lunching of this project which is going to draw delegates around Africa and beyond is targeted out raising fund, this is to enable, the organizes and participants realize their target.
A show biz with a short lecture, interactive exercises, simulations and self assessment test, which is also going to feature several artists.
Who is it for?
Youth, undergraduate, graduate, youth on the street, unemployed and employed, activist etc.
Entrepreneurs
Industrialist
Government official
Journalist, columnist, reporters etc.
Event Info Host: AFRICA YOUTH EMPOWERMENT SCHEME
Type: Meetings - Convention
Time and Place Date: Saturday, December 20, 2008
Time: 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: To be communicated later
Street: Owerri
City/Town: Owerri, Nigeria
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Contact Info Phone: 2348030861346
Email: Drjukff4mogul@yahoo.com
Description
The Youth Empowerment and Development Project is calling for sponsors, patterns to its official project lunch, to be held in Owerri the capital of Imo State
Key issues to be discuss
- 21st Century business initiative
- Strengthening Africa Youth Network for rural community development
- Helping the singles world - people living with HIV/AIDS
STRUCTURE
The lunching of this project which is going to draw delegates around Africa and beyond is targeted at raising fund to enable the organises and participants realized their target.
A show biz with a short lecture, interactive exercises, simulations and self assessment test, which is also going to feature several artists
WHO IS IT FOR?
- N.G.O who have common vision
- Undergraduate and graduate from Africa Universities and beyond
- Youth on the street
- Unemployed and employed youth
Quoted from BBC News
Fighting in Georgia's breakaway region of South Ossetia has caused death and widespread destruction. Georgian, Russian and South Ossetian forces have all been involved. There have also been clashes in Abkhazia, and Russian attacks on other parts of Georgia.
The separatist administrations in South Ossetia and Abkhazia have been trying to gain formal independence since breaking away in the early 1990s.
Tensions in both regions began to escalate after Mikhail Saakashvili was elected Georgian president in 2004, on a promise to re-unite the country.
The conflicts have remained largely frozen, despite occasional flare-ups, until this month.
What triggered the crisis?
A series of clashes between Georgian and South Ossetian forces in the summer of 2008 prompted Georgia to launch an aerial bombardment and ground attack on South Ossetia on 7 August.
Georgian forces controlled the South Ossetian capital, Tskhinvali, for part of the following day.
Russia, meanwhile, poured thousands of troops into South Ossetia, and launched bombing raids both over the province and on targets in the rest of Georgia.
There have been unverified reports of war crimes on both sides.
Did the Russian forces enter South Ossetia before or after the Georgian attack?
This is unclear.
Georgia says it began its assault after learning that a large convoy of Russian armour was coming through the Roki tunnel, from North Ossetia into South Ossetia.
Russia says it acted to defend Russian citizens in South Ossetia, and its own peacekeepers stationed in the breakaway region.
How did the conflict develop?
Russian forces occupied parts of Georgia adjoining South Ossetia, including the town of Gori, a strategic town on the main road linking eastern and western Georgia.
They also moved from bases in Abkhazia into parts of western Georgia, and the Russian fleet went into action against the Georgian navy.
Abkhaz forces re-captured the Kodori Gorge - a region of Abkhazia taken under control by Georgian troops in 2006.
Who are the main casualties?
Large numbers of civilians have been driven out of their homes in South Ossetia. Many South Ossetians have crossed over to the Russian republic of North Ossetia.
Residents of Georgian villages in South Ossetia, and the town of Gori, have also fled.
The South Ossetian capital, Tskhinvali, is reported to be largely in ruins.
Why is Russia involved?
More than half of South Ossetia's 70,000 citizens are said to have taken up Moscow's offer of Russian citizenship. Russia says its actions were designed to protect those citizens.
Russia also has peacekeepers based in South Ossetia. Some of these were killed in the Georgian attack on 7 August.
Until recently, Russia said it respected Georgia's territorial integrity, and only wanted to look out for Russian citizens. But, following Georgia's military action, Russian PM Vladimir Putin said it was now unlikely that South Ossetia would reintegrate with the rest of Georgia.
Does Georgia have links to Nato?
President Saakashvili has made membership of Nato one of his main goals - and Nato agreed in April 2008 that Georgia would become a member of the alliance at some unspecified date in the future.
The country has had a close relationship with the United States - sending troops to join the US-led coalition in Iraq.
The US has helped to train and arm the Georgian military. It also helped Georgian troops return from Iraq after the Russian incursion into South Ossetia.
What is the status of South Ossetia?
South Ossetia has run its own affairs since fighting for independence from Georgia in 1991-92, in the aftermath of the collapse of the Soviet Union.
It has declared independence, though this has not been recognised by any other country.
Abkhazia is in the same position.
Why do Ossetians want to break away?
The Ossetians are a distinct ethnic group originally from the Russian plains just south of the Don river. In the 13th Century, they were pushed southwards by Mongol invasions into the Caucasus mountains, settling along the border with Georgia.
South Ossetians want to join up with their ethnic brethren in North Ossetia, which is an autonomous republic within the Russian Federation.
Ethnic Georgians are a minority in South Ossetia, accounting for less than one-third of the population.
But Georgia rejects even the name South Ossetia, preferring to call it by the ancient name of Samachablo, or Tskhinvali, after its main city.
Hello, I have been communicating with many of you ! Those who are attending and those who unfortunately cannot join us in Quebec City. As the Virtual Congress Co-ordinator with TakingITGlobal I have been encouraging everyone to participate through the Virtual Congress.
This year, the organizers of the World Youth Congress 2008 have introduced a World Youth Virtual Congress. The overall goal of the World Youth Virtual Congress will be to provide excellent coverage of WYC actions, issues and events to ensure that youth unable to physically attend the
congress can remain updated on congress activities. Promote the Virtual Congress to your friends, peers and within your communities to participate!
I am excited to meet all the inspirational, passionate, energetic and innovative delegates coming to Quebec City in a few days !
Some of you may already know about this, but I thought I'd share anyway. I received an email from our local environmental organization today that seemed like a really great opportunity for young people who are passionate about the environment. The UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme) is apparently developing a youth network in North America. They're looking for 16-20 university students from the U.S. and Canada to take part in UNEP's new Kick the Carbon Habit Education Campaign, who would be invited to attend a conference in the fall of 2008 and work together to launch this campaign around North America with the help of UNEP.
The application deadline is July 28 (soon!). If you have any questions, the contact is unepyouth.na@gmail.com. I don't think it's possible to attach stuff to TIGblogs, but if anyone is interested, let me know, I can forward you the email and the application form!
-------------Information form cut and paste from attachment in email--------------------------------- KICK THE CARBON HABIT EDUCATION CAMPAIGN YOUTH NETWORK
Are you interested in being part of a new environmental youth network in North America?
If so, the United Nations Environment Programme is now accepting applications from dynamic youth who would like to be part of its new Kick the Carbon Habit Education Campaign Youth Network.
UNEP recognizes education as a key part of understanding and mitigating climate change. This campaign will help empower and educate youth and the general public on ways to conserve resources. In collaboration with UNEP, representatives of the youth network will play an active role in spreading this educational effort around the country.
UNEP’s goal with the Kick the Carbon Habit Education Campaign is to set in motion an ongoing effort by university students to educate their communities about methods of conservation in a world where natural resources are becoming increasingly scarce. As the network grows, representatives will create a self-sustaining network of youth leaders around the country.
Sixteen to 20 youth from around the U.S. and Canada will be selected for the 2008-2009 school year to launch the Campaign. The aim of this nation-wide campaign is to increase awareness of resource conservation, and will be led by university and high school students who will use educational events to reach out to their communities. Three audiences will be specifically targeted: children ages 8-14, youth ages 14-22, and the general community. University and high school students will engage these audiences in events such as a resource conservation fair at an elementary school or handing out eco-friendly bulbs to homeowners around a university campus.
Youth Network representatives will play a unique role in this campaign, as they will not only be the direct connection to UNEP, they will also be the distributors of the campaign “start-up kit.” The campaign will kick-off with a conference in November, where this pioneer group will learn how to reach out to solicit new involvement in the campaign and distribute “The Kit”. They will liaise with UNEP and with each other to develop strategies for the growth of the campaign, write and distribute a monthly e-newsletter to update volunteers on activities taking place within the network, and play a leadership role in deciding future goals of the network.
This campaign is new, but not unique in its efforts to educate the public about climate change. Youth who have had experience in organizing grassroots activities or other educational campaigns are encouraged to apply; however, such previous experience is not necessary.
Greetings everyone,
I will be attending WYC in August and I am anxious to meet all of you !
As the Virtual Congress Co ordinator, I am hoping that youth inspired ideas, actions and issues will be brought to the forefront of the congress and highlighted at the Virtual Congress. I wanted to know about your thoughts prior to the Congress.....
Today June 20th is World Refugee Day, it will go unnoticed by the majority of the world ... Many are running for their lives on this day or dying on this day. But whether it is noticed or not today stands as one of the most important days of the year. It is a day of respect and remembrance for the most vulnerable people in the world - Angelina Jolie, Goodwill Ambassador, UNHCR
Give refugees a hand!
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What kind of Leadership do we need in Government, for Youth, for Families & Businesses?
When Actors, Businesses push big numbers around, money & try to pedle influence, Youth Need Leadership that can say, "No".
Youth Need Leadership that can set goals for the future of Self Reinforcing Native Indigenous AncstraL Community of Well Being.
Communities & Families Need Leadership that meet NEED instead of attrating what Criminals "Want".
When there are immediate NEEDS in any Community of Youth, Families impoverished while there's no Legal Or Economic Justification for Poverty, Youth, Families & Communities need Action, not talk.
You can teach a Young person how to speak in front of crowds on any topic, but a Leader is one who knows how to solve problems.
Constitutional Governments exist to provide for basic needs as entitlements that assure self sustainable KID SAFE Self Reinforcing Native Indigenous Ancestral Communities of Well Being.
Leaders that want to be acknowledged aren't focused on solving problems & most often distract those who are otherwise employed to solve problems.
This type of Leader is called many names, most of those sound like Egoist or Populist. They go about trying to gain attention in any Community while expressly trying to diminish the stature those established Community Leaders.
Native Indigenous Ancestral Leadership acknowledges Community Leadership, shows respect to those in the Community or Organization with Seniority & makes sure to enhance the importance of Community Leaders already in place rather than position or posture as a better leader.
Nigeria A Well Earth builds Communities with Leadership that wants to Reinforce Native Indigenous Ancestral Communities of Well Being, the Native Inidgenous Ancestral Traditions & Languages.
Many Native Indigenous Ancestries reinforce the Natural way of Commerce, Family & Community well being naturally.
Back to Ottawa, getting into the swing of studying full time this summer (which means procrastinating by all means necessary instead of working on an essay that's due in 2 days that I have barely begun).
But, I just found out that I got accepted into a project in Togo in August! C'est pour travailler avec des étudiants primaires et secondaires dans un village rural qui s'appelle Kouma Adame. Je suis super contente là, ce sera ma première fois en Afrique. Je suis actuellement en train de suivre un cours de vie politique en Afrique, qui est très intéressant, mais bon, les articles academiques sont guère comparables à une expérience sur le terrain. J'ai super hâte!
In other less exciting news, I came to the realization yesterday following my first jazz class that I am a terrible dancer.
Upon awakening from the disaster left by Cyclone Nargis, people watching the news are perplexed with why the government has seized the aid and is not responding quickly to the tragedy.
The people of Burma (Myanmar) have already suffered at the hands of the military junta and this incident will expose how the people continue to be failed by the government.
Yet, their governments are no the only one that should be held accountable for the atrocities that have been happening within its borders.
Canadians are as much responsible !
Why do 'some' people know about their rights and others are being denied of their rights? Why are the upholders of rights also the perpetrators of infringements on rights. On the eve, of the UDHR anniversary, these questions are pertinent to ask in order to move forward in the 'advancement' for Human Rights.
Human Rights belong to everyone who in essence are 'human'. Yet, the application of human rights has not been equal and cross-cutting globally. Is it because ' human rights' were essentially documented as a western concept not in the context of cultural relativism? I believe the definition of human rights and how 'accessible' they are by all needs to be changed. Whether we are all 'equal' or not is not the point, we are all human. Yes, we are all different but having differences does not make one lesser than the other.
Education, economics and globalization all play a vital role in reforming how human rights can be entitled 'equally' by all. Because without human rights.. you have... nothing...
In an effort to revive my blog, I'm going to start posting updates from my work at TIG & GYAN :) Here is a reflection about my trip report to Chicago:
On April 17th I traveled to Chicago to attend the Global Engagement Summit at Northwestern University. I was invited as one of the Summit’s three keynote speakers and also held a workshop on “Technology as Global Platform”.
The mission of the Global Engagement Summit is to build the capacity of the next generation of global change leaders to cross-borders and partner with new communities to produce responsible, sustainable solutions to shared global programs. I was very impressed with how well the summit was organized, and the level of engagement and commitment of staff, participants and facilitators was incredibly inspiring.
One of my personal highlights was to have two active TIG members from Nigeria and Liberia attending my workshop on Friday morning. Both of them are actively involved in CLCWA, and the guy from Nigeria was also an active member of the Nigerian WSIS Youth Caucus team (he was wearing a green ‘Nigeria Rocks’ scarf, which brought back many good memories and made me very happy :)
In my keynote speech I emphasized the motivation and hope that derives from being part of a community of like-minded young people. When I prepared my speech the night before, I read on the GES blog on socialedge.org that, in his opening speech, one of the co-directors of the summit had remarked how he had always felt really frustrated about the limitations young people face in affecting change in a complicated world, and that it wasn’t until he participated in a previous Global Engagement Summit that he realized he was not alone, but part of a larger generation of young people with similar concerns, who together were making a difference. In my speech, I quoted him and then told my own story, which is very similar to his and indeed, in my belief, the story of so many of us.
I then went on to talk about GYAN’s 5-level model of youth organizing, explaining how social change is created through the collective and collaborative efforts of individuals and organizations focusing on awareness, action and policy change (the title of my speech was “Connecting global youth movements and community efforts to global systemic change”).
This is the blog post about my speech, which provides a brief summary from a listener’s perspective: link to blog about my speech.
