The 6th World Water Forum is looking to invite advanced Master’s and PhD students from around the world to present their solutions-based work and participate as fully engaged members of the Forum. Selected applicants will have the opportunity to work with high level experts from academia, the public sector, and private industry. They will take part in networking events with other young professionals and water experts from around the world. We are searching for ways to get this message spreaded...
Call for the 6th World Water Forum
6:42 PM
Jessie James
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21st International Children Painting Competition on the Environment
5:45 AM
Jessie James
UNEP has launched the 21th International children's painting competition.The Competition is organized annually by the UNEP and the Japan-basedFoundation for GlobalPeace and Environment (FGPE), Bayer and Nikon Corporation.The theme of the21th painting competition will be " Green Communities" and participantswill have until15 February 2012 to submit their entries.Sub themes of the competition are:How would you like to see our environment - our communities, cities,forests, oceans and atmosphere?What...
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painting,
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unep tunza
Submit your questions for the Global Panel: The Human Rights Perspective for Water, Energy and Food security.
5:34 AM
Jessie James
Dear Jessie James Marcellones, As part of the Bonn2011 Nexus Conference, the Federal Government of Germany and Stakeholder Forum invite you to submit your key questions to the Global Panel: The Human Rights Perspective for Water, Energy and Food security. This session will discuss how human rights based approaches (RBA) contribute towards better policymaking for water, energy and food security and will be live streamed on the conference website. The debate will take place in a ‘Question Time’ format,...
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energy,
food security,
germany,
water
Get Involved: Solutions for A Green Economy – Stakeholder Consultation
8:09 AM
Jessie James
As part of a consultation process towards the “Bonn 2011 Water, Energy and Food Security Nexus –Solutions for a Green Economy” conference, we invite you to participate in our stakeholders’ survey. Your contribution will provide input into the “Bonn 2011 Water, Energy and Food Security Nexus –Solutions for a Green Economy” conference to be held from 16 to 18 November 2011; and into the Rio+20 discussions on Green Economy in the context of Poverty Eradication and Sustainable Development. Your participation...
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bonn,
green economy,
survey
UNEP TUNZA International Children and Youth Conference: Children and Youth on the Road to Rio + 20
4:44 AM
Jessie James
The TUNZA conference for children and youth is being organized by the Government of the Republic of Indonesia and the United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP).The event will bring together around 1400 young people, mentors and celebrities from 100 countries. Participants are divided into two categories: children(10-14) and youth (15-25)Under the theme 'Reshaping our Future through a Green Economy and Sustainable Lifestyles’, the aim of the conference is to discuss the role of young people in...
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republic of indonesia,
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UNEP,
unep tunza
International Scholarships at University of Wales, UK, 2011-2012
7:02 AM
Jessie James
International Scholarships for 2011/12 entry:A number of Scholarships are available from the University of Wales, Newport. Students applying for September 2011 or January 2012 entry are eligible to apply for these awards.Students wishing to apply for these scholarships need to download and complete the Scholarship Application Form A limited number of Scholarships are available and will be awarded to students on the basis of outstanding achievement. Categories you may wish to consider applying...
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uk,
university of wales
My Opinion re: Sheriff and the Mayor and the Poor People
7:32 AM
Jessie James
In the case of Hao vs. Sheriff Andres, A.M. No. P-07-2384, the Supreme Court ruled that, and I quote, " ... sheriffs, being ranking officers of the court and agents of the law, must discharge their duties with great care and diligence. In serving and implementing court writs, as well as processes and orders of the court, they cannot afford to err without affecting adversely the proper dispensation of justice. Sheriffs play an important role in the administration of justice and as agents of the...
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The United Nations Programme on Youth would like to request for Inputs for the High-level Meeting on Youth, which will take place on 25 and 26 July 20
7:13 AM
Jessie James
Please view the letter and send us your contributions via e-mail to: youth@un.org. You can view the letter at http://social.un.org/youthyear/docs/letter-youth-organizations.pdfThe United Nations Programme on Youth would like to update you on developments in the preparations for the High-level Meeting on Youth, which will take place on 25 and 26 July 2011 at UN Headquarters in New York. Request for Input to Outcome Document - On behalf of the President of the General Assembly, the UN Programme on...
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youth
Applications for the ISES 2011 Student Bursary Program are still open!
8:00 PM
Jessie James
Applications for the ISES 2011 Student Bursary Program are still open! If you know students in the regions of South America, Continental Europe, the Middle East and Asia in particular please let them know about this amazing opportunity to join an inspired conversation on the future of energy in Vancouver this June.ISES Fund Your Experience PackageISES is made possible by the support of our partners. The ISES planning committee, being comprised of students, realizes first‐hand the budget constraints...
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student energy,
student funding
Invitation to Webinar towards Rio 2012 on April 24, 2011, 0800h GMT, with the topic "20 Years after Rio..."
8:59 PM
Jessie James
We are inviting you to a Webinar towards Rio 2012 on April 24, 2011, 0800h GMT, with the topic "20 Years after Rio: Stakes and Opportunities for Developing Countries in Shaping an Equitable, Just and Sustainable Future," by Neth Dano. Register at https://spreadsheets.google.com/a/eco-singapore.org/viewform?hl=en&ndplr=1&formkey=dHFuTmt4UGdyQUJ4STQ3U29sM01ITGc6MQ#gid=0Thank you for your kind interest in the 24h April Webinar Session. We are really glad that you have expressed an interest...
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rio + 20,
rio 2012,
rio summit,
webinar
Darwin Initiative - Call for Main and Post Project Applications
12:27 AM
Jessie James
DARWIN INITIATIVE CALL FOR FUNDING APPLICATIONS: ROUND 18 The Darwin Initiative offers funds to encourage the sharing of UK biodiversity expertise with local partners in countries with a wealth of biodiversity, but who lack the means to protect these resources and to assist in meeting their international biodiversity commitments.Since its launch in 1992, the Darwin Initiative has committed more than £80 million in funding for 555 main projects and post projects (consolidating the results of already...
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darwin initiative,
education,
funding,
overseas
All-expense Paid International Course on Networks in Ecology to be held in Brazil on September 2011
12:08 AM
Jessie James
International Course on Networks in Ecology to be held in Brazil on September 2011An advanced intensive course with leading researchers in the field. A São Paulo Advanced Science School sponsored by FAPESP, the São Paulo Research foundation, within its ESPCA Program.Student Applications40 places are offered, with a target composition of 20 students from Brazil and 20 from other countries. This is only an approximate figure, we will not set quotas.EligibilityDoctoral or masters' students, preferably...
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brazil,
ecology,
environment,
research,
sao paolo
Full scholarship for MSc in Climate Change and Development at University of Sussex/Institute for Development Studies, UK
11:52 PM
Jessie James
Full scholarship for MSc in Climate Change and Development at University of Sussex/Institute for Development Studies, UKA full scholarship (fees plus maintenance and travel) funded through the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship scheme is available for applicants to the MSc in Climate Change and Development programme for entry October 2011.Note: Potential applicants must undertake the following process in the order stated.1. Check their eligibility for the award (see criteria below)2. Submit an application...
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scholarship,
sex education,
uk
ull scholarship for MSc in Climate Change and Development at University of Sussex/Institute for Development Studies, UK
11:50 PM
Jessie James
Full scholarship for MSc in Climate Change and Development at University of Sussex/Institute for Development Studies, UKA full scholarship (fees plus maintenance and travel) funded through the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship scheme is available for applicants to the MSc in Climate Change and Development programme for entry October 2011.Note: Potential applicants must undertake the following process in the order stated.1. Check their eligibility for the award (see criteria below)2. Submit...
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environment,
MSc,
sex education,
uk
Sayri ang Balaud with Atty. Rudy Alonzo
2:04 AM
Jessie James
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labor law,
labor relations,
law,
Philippines,
um,
unfair labor practices,
university of mindanao
Widespread destruction from Japan earthquake, tsunamis
7:00 AM
Jessie James
The most powerful earthquake to hit Japan in at least 100 years unleashed walls of water Friday that swept across rice fields, engulfing towns, dragging houses onto highways and tossing cars and boats like toys, apparently killing hundreds and forcing the evaucations of tens of thousands.Prime Minister Naoto Kan said the "enormously powerful" earthquake has caused "tremendous damage over a wide area."The quake, which struck at 2:46 pm local time, sparked fires in at least 80 locations, Japan's Kyodo...
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Japan,
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Now available on www.ourplanet.com, the Living Planet Report 2010
6:32 AM
Jessie James
This provides indicators showing that human consumption has almost doubled since 1961, while vertebrate species populations have diminished by around 30%.The Living Planet Report also looks forward, providing scenarios and analyzing routes to sustainability for the world.The document is now available in easily downloadable sections - for reading on line, or downloading.Also NEW is the latest blog from Fabio, from the Ecuadorian Amazon. He describes life returning to normal after new year with the...
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Foreigners scramble to leave Egypt as protests enter 9th day
6:03 AM
Jessie James
More foreigners scrambled to leave Egypt on Wednesday as crowds took to the streets for the ninth day to demand the ouster of President Hosni Mubarak.Chartered planes will start flying out nonemergency U.S. personnel, their relatives and any American citizens who wish to evacuate, said the U.S. State Department, which has ordered all nonemergency government personnel and their relatives to leave the country.About 1,000 Americans will be evacuated Wednesday and Thursday, officials said.Mubarak announced...
Volatile scene unfolds in Cairo as opposing sides clash
5:58 AM
Jessie James
A dramatic and potentially deadly situation unfolded Wednesday at the epicenter of Cairo's demonstrations as pro- and anti-government forces clashed, and supporters of embattled President Hosni Mubarak thundered through the crowds on horses and camels in Tahrir Square.At least one man was pulled off his horse and beaten.People hurled verbal insults, rocks and anything else they could find -- shards of metal, sticks, shoes -- at one another. They beat each other in what quickly turned into utter...
Google, Twitter help give voice to Egyptians
8:25 AM
Jessie James
(CNN) -- Google has launched the latest salvo in an effort to overcome internet blackouts in Egypt during anti-government protests there."Like many people we've been glued to the news unfolding in Egypt and thinking of what we could do to help people on the ground," Google said on its official blog.The result was a collaboration between Google, Twitter and SayNow (a service Google acquired last week) to let people without access to the Web share messages on Twitter via voice mail.The service, which...
Egypt turns out for 'march of millions' as Mubarak cuts communications
8:18 AM
Jessie James
Cairo, Egypt (CNN) -- Protesters packed Cairo's Tahrir Square at mid-day Tuesday, standing shoulder-to-shoulder as large groups still streamed in for the planned "march of millions."Soldiers stood guard and helicopters hovered overhead as demonstrators gathered to demand President Hosni Mubarak's resignation.Egypt's government posted troops at key locations and cut internet service as activists pledged to hold major demonstrations in Cairo, Alexandria and other cities Tuesday -- a week after rallies...
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