July 2, 2013 WINNER, WINNER, KIDS’ STATE DINNER Vegan Powerhouse Pesto Pasta and Alaskan Ceviche with Mango may not seem like your traditional kid-friendly fare. But, as part of the second annual Healthy Lunchtime Challenge, some of America’s most creative junior chefs impressed judges with their seriously sophisticated (and health conscious!) palates. Over 1,300 lunchtime recipes were submitted, but only one winning recipe was selected from each U.S. state, Washington, DC, and three … [Read more...]
The Analects (論語), Confucius
July 2, 2013 by
Confucius (Chinese: 孔子; pinyin: Kǒng zǐ; Wade–Giles: K'ung-tzu, or Chinese: 孔夫子; pinyin: Kǒng Fūzǐ; Wade–Giles: K'ung-fu-tzu), literally "Master Kong", (traditionally September 28, 551 BC – 479 BC) was a Chinese thinker and social philosopher. His philosophy emphasized personal and governmental morality, correctness of social relationships, justice and sincerity. These values gained prominence in China over other doctrines, such as Legalism (法家) or Taoism (道家) during the Han Dynasty (206 BC – … [Read more...]
UN Women celebrates Community of Practice [COP]
July 2, 2013 by
The Community of Practice is the place to be if you work or are interested in the area training for gender equality! Why? Because the Community of Practice is a global, participative and dynamic space for anybody who shares and interest, expertise and knowledge in training for gender equality. Because the Community of Practice is a window to the world where you can find out what is happening in training for gender equality and also promotes discussion of key issues and innovative … [Read more...]
UN Public Service Awards 2013 – celebrated WINNERS
July 2, 2013 by
United Nations Public Service Awards 2013 The United Nations Public Service Awards is the most prestigious international recognition of excellence in public service. It rewards the creative achievements and contributions of public service institutions that lead to a more effective and responsive public administration in countries worldwide. Through an annual competition, the UN Public Service Awards promotes the role, professionalism and visibility of public service. The UN has … [Read more...]
Teaching Your Kids How to Save Money
July 2, 2013 by
One of the most important skills for an adult to have in order to successfully manage her life and achieve independence is a strong grasp of how to effectively save and manage money. Unfortunately, this is also a skill that many parents find difficult to pass along. In the interest of helping your children grow into financially independent adults that know how to spend money responsibly, it’s essential that you begin instilling these skills at a young age. These hints can help you build the … [Read more...]
Life’s Tough Decisions made Easy, 30 of the Best Blogs
July 2, 2013 by
There’s nothing like the prospect of having to make a tough decision to cause a sudden case of the procrastination. If you have suffered from this terrible affliction, fear not, for you are not alone. Tough decisions, by their very nature, usually have the potential to cause unavoidable heartache or loss, so it’s understandable if you are reluctant to take the plunge. To help you in your quest to develop a more assertive attitude towards the challenges in life, here are 30 blogs with … [Read more...]
20 Blogs Explaining the Many Benefits of Meditation
July 2, 2013 by
It’s likely that you’ve heard of meditation, and you may even have a vague idea of what it entails, but do you really know what it is? The act of meditating is accomplished when you close your eyes and fully concentrate on your breathing, disregarding any thoughts that enter your mind. While this sounds simple, the process of completely clearing your mind is one that’s actually difficult to accomplish. Turning off your thoughts for just a few minutes a day can offer a variety of benefits, … [Read more...]
Workplace Stress? I’m NOT STRESSED! (Help for Those in Denial)
July 1, 2013 by
Ever dream of destroying the office copy machine or telling your boss where he or she can stick those urgent reports? If so, there's a good chance you deal with workplace stress. It is a common affliction among employees of all ages, shapes and sizes. Stress does not just make a bad day feel worse. It also damages a person's physical and mental health. WebMD reports that stress-induced anxiety can weaken the body's immune system, cause short-term memory loss and even lead to a heart attack. … [Read more...]
7th International AIDS Society (IAS) Conference
July 1, 2013 by
June 30, 2013, was the opening plenary of the 7th International AIDS Society (IAS) Conference on HIV Pathogenesis, Treatment, and Prevention in Kuala Lampur, Malaysia. We asked Dr. Carl Dieffenbach, Director of the Division of AIDS at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), to share highlights from the conference via Skype. Please see his reflections, below. - See more HERE. Dr. Dieffenbach will be sharing highlights from the IAS Conference every day, … [Read more...]
The Arctic is Melting and you must Take Action NOW!
July 1, 2013 by
Wow, this is looking like the largest fundraiser in Avaaz history!! Scientists have found that vast areas of Arctic sea ice are disappearing, accelerating the destruction of our planet -- it is a climate tipping point and we CAN stop it, if we act very fast, and all together. We have 30 months until the biggest climate summit ever. To win it, we need to blast out of the starting gate. Click below to pledge a donation to help us get there: This may be the most important email I've … [Read more...]
Witnessing Verbal Child Abuse, How to Take Action
July 1, 2013 by
As a childcare provider, you will hopefully never witness the heartbreaking and infuriating image of a child being abused by her parents. Verbal abuse, while just as damaging as physical abuse, leaves no physical marks and is rarely followed up by a social services system that’s flooded with other issues. As a childcare provider, your job is to protect and care for the children under your charge. When it’s a parent who’s harming them, though, it’s not always easy to know what to … [Read more...]
30 Blogs @ Best Way to Plan a Housewarming Party
July 1, 2013 by
Moving into a new apartment or house is the perfect excuse to do one thing: throw a housewarming party! Having a housewarming party means you have a chance to get all of your friends together, show them your new digs and break the place in. Never thrown a housewarming party before? Worry not. Everything from the invitations to the decorations to the party favors are covered in these 30 blog posts. All you have to decide is if you want to have an intimate gathering or a big … [Read more...]
Canada, Rent or Food? We Shouldn’t Have to Choose!
June 30, 2013 by
Hunger and affordable housing issues go hand-in-hand for Canadians with low incomes. But we shouldn't have to choose between affording food and paying rent! Rising housing costs often leave families without enough income to cover necessities like food, driving them to food banks for the most basic form of assistance. A quarter of all Canadians spend more than 30% of their income on housing, pushing these costs of out of the threshold of affordability. Tell the government that … [Read more...]
