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uk online casinos - be among the millions of best players, among millions of dollars.

Added by kimi kimi on February 08, 2010

2009 UNESCO framework for cultural statistics

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The newly released 2009 UNESCO Framework for Cultural Statistics proposes concepts and definitions to guide the collection of comparable data in the area of culture. It also supports the development of indicators and analytical research in the field.

Added by Zunia on February 07, 2010

Global financial crisis and recession: Impact on the arts

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This report presents the results of a survey of members of the International Federation of Arts Councils and Culture Agencies (IFACCA) on the likely impacts on the arts of the global downturn, and on how arts councils and ministries of culture around the world are helping arts sectors meet the challenges of the downturn.

Added by Zunia on February 07, 2010

Engaged yet disengaged: Islamic schools and the state in Kano, Nigeria

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This study examines the attempts to reform various types of Muslim and government education in Kano (a Muslim state in Nigeria) by encouraging the adoption of curricula containing both secular and religious subjects and providing other types of support. The paper indicates that unlike elsewhere, the State government of Kano has not intervened in the higher levels of Islamic education. In addition, the state government’s engagement with Islamic schools has been tolerant.The paper reveals that more...

Added by Zunia on February 06, 2010

In their own words: Selected writings by journalists on Mongolia, 1997-1999

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In their own words compiles by theme the vast number of stories and features by journalists on Mongolia's transition experience from 1997 to 1999. A rich and unusual resource for a developing country, this book offers the reader a one-stop snapshot of how a country handles the wrenching social, political, cultural, economic and environmental challenges of changing from one political and economic system to another.

Added by David South on January 28, 2010

The Role of Tourism in Post-Conflict Peacebuilding in Rwanda

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This paper seeks to analyze how tourism can also foster the ongoing peacebuilding process in post-conflict Rwanda. As few studies have examined this potential role of tourism, this paper positions itself within the broader discussion on corporate engagement in peace promotion. Specifically, it examines how current tourism activities in Rwanda contribute to two overarching dimensions of peacebuilding: reconciliation and justice; and socio-economic foundations.In a post-conflict country, more...

Added by Moushumi Biswas on January 27, 2010

Development Challenges, South-South Solutions March 2008 Issue

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Development Challenges, South-South Solutions is the monthly e-newsletter for the United Nations Development Programme’s South-South Cooperation Unit.March's stories: * From Warriors to Tour Guides * Carbon Markets Need to Help the Poor * Nollywood: Booming Nigerian Film Industry * Innovative Stoves to Help the Poor

Added by David South on January 26, 2010

2010, International Year for the Rapprochement of Cultures

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The year 2010 will be celebrated as the International Year for the Rapprochement of Cultures . The goal of the International Year consists in making the rapprochement of cultures the hallmark of all policy-making at local, national, regional and international levels, involving the greatest number of relevant stakeholders. Entrusted with the mandate to contribute to build "the defences of peace in the minds of men" thanks to international cooperation in the fields of its competence, namely more...

Added by Moushumi Biswas on January 26, 2010

Faith and the Global Agenda: Values for the Post-Crisis Economy

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This report is seeking to enhance understanding of the values that will be vital for our collective future and the positive role that faith plays in articulating those values. In the first section of the Report, we aim to benchmark public opinion on values. In the second section, we bring together the unique wealth of information that leaders of the world’s religions can offer on this topic. In the final section, we provide an overview of the major developments in the realm of faith and the more...

Added by Sonia Hossain on January 26, 2010

Kiswahili Wikipedia Challenge, sponsored by Google

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The Google’s Kiswahili Wikipedia Challenge (the “Contest”) is a skill contest where Entrants must submit an article to Wikipedia which is either originally written or consists of a translation for an existing Wikipedia article into Swahili. Google's goal with this contest is to increase the Swahili content on Wikipedia and to aid in the creation of relevant content for the communities, in the local language, of Tanzania and Kenya. The articles will be evaluated by judges, who will choose the more...

Added by John Daly on January 25, 2010

Engaging Religious Leaders and Communities in Addressing Gender-Based Violence and HIV

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Given religious leaders’ experience in and commitment to addressing HIV in their communities and the links between HIV and Gender-based Violence (GBV), it is vital that religious leaders, women of faith, and faith communities promote the reduction of GBV and HIV. With theologies rooted in love and kindness, world religions are called to reach out to their communities to address these issues, based on their own particular beliefs. In looking at religious beliefs connected to gender-based more...

Added by Zunia on January 25, 2010

Venezuela TV channels taken off air

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"The Venezuelan government has taken six cable television channels off the air for breaking a law on transmitting government material."The privately owned RCTV International, openly opposed to President Hugo Chavez, is one of those affected."On Saturday the government had ordered RCTV to televise a government message, but the channel refused to comply."The communications director for RCTV, Gladys Zapain, told AFP there was "no prior notification" of the move."Last week RCTV, along with 23 other more...

Added by John Daly on January 24, 2010

Israel removes American employed by Palestinian news agency

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"The American editor of a Palestinian news agency was removed from Israel on Wednesday after being questioned by authorities about his "anti-Israeli" views."The case highlights what some nonprofit organizations say is a tightened Israeli policy toward foreign nationals who live or work in the occupied West Bank. It comes amid an intensifying feud over foreign government funding for organizations seen to promote Palestinian interests even as Israeli politicians and nongovernmental organizations more...

Added by John Daly on January 21, 2010

Development Challenges, South-South Solutions: April 2008 Issue

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Development Challenges, South-South Solutions is the monthly e-newsletter for the United Nations Development Programme’s South-South Cooperation Unit.April's stories: Tapping the Power of Child PlayIlliterate Get Internet at Touch of a ButtonThe South has a Good Story to TellInsects Can Help in Food Crisis

Added by David South on January 11, 2010

Building intercultural understanding and peace through hospitality exchange

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Online networks of home exchange and couchsurfing are the best options for those wishing to travel around the world without having to shoulder the costs of stay and overnight and at the same time make new acquaintances. Couchsurfing (which means "jumping from one couch to another) is a trend that started recently in the US, while the swap of homes is a practice which has been occurring for a while around the world. Non-for profit online organiosations offer services aiming at supporting more...

Added by Giacomo Rambaldi on January 11, 2010

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