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Call for Reforming the UN Security Council with Regional Unions as New Members
It has been 65 years since the United Nations (UN) came into being. Its membership has grown from 51 to 192 since then. However, the UN's main decision-making body, the UN Security Council, has been subjected to criticisms from many quarters, questioning its ability to maintain international peace and security. This voice has been particularly magnified with the Council's failure to prevent the Iraq war of 2003. There has also…
[Press release] Presidential Council on Nation Branding Hold a Conference on Kor …
Dear Journalists,
Please find enclosed press release spread by Edelman Korea on behalf of the Presidential Council on Nation Branding regarding the Conference on Korea’s National Brand.
The conference will be held on October 27 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Grand Hilton Hotel and the purpose of the conference is to reduce confusion between North and South Korea, address recent topics of concern, and strengthen South Korea’s overall…
Attorney Lynda Chung Elected to St. Vincent Foundation Board of Directors
Los Angeles, CA, October 25, 2010 – Valensi Rose, PLC Attorney Lynda Chung was elected to the St. Vincent Medical Center Foundation Board of Directors at its September meeting. Ms. Chung’s multi-cultural background and business community involvement positioned her to be an ideal candidate for the Board.
St. Vincent Medical Center was established in 1856 by the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul and was the…
7 Mile Fair is holding a fundraiser for the Milwaukee Rescue Mission, at the 7 M …
Wisconsin’s largest flea market is proud to hold this event to support the efforts of the Milwaukee Rescue Mission on November 13, 2010 from 9am-5pm.
Teaching our employees, and leading as an example for vendors, the management team believes that it is vital to support our community in any way that we can as individuals. 7 Mile Fair wants to invite all of Milwaukee’s area communities to join at this…
Gamays of the world compete
Inter Beaujolais has decided to promote Gamay, the iconic variety of its region with the organisation of the International Gamay Competition. Mindful that one of the selection criteria for a wine is the grape variety it is made from, through this competition the inter-professional body are looking to reinforce Gamay’s image and raise its profile with both consumers and producers the world over.
The very first edition of the “Concours International…
New York Islanders Host Rotary Club Night to Benefit Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck
(Center Moriches, NY) — On February 26, 2011, the New York Islanders of the National Hockey League will present Rotary Club Night to benefit Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck. Come support Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck while the Islanders take on the Washington Capitals. Game time is 7 p.m.
The New York Islanders are working with the Patchogue Rotary Club to provide their members, friends and families a special night, as well as raise funds for Camp…
Visionary Keynote Speakers Announced for Virtual Edge Summit 2011
Cisco, IBM, Hilton Hotels and NAB among industry luminaries to present at premier event on virtual events, meetings and communities
Pleasanton, CA, October 22, 2010 - The Virtual Edge Institute (www.virtualedge.org), the pioneering organization for the advancement of virtual events, meetings and communities, today announced keynote speakers and panels for the Virtual Edge Summit 2011. The summit, which addresses how to successfully leverage virtual technology for associations, events, learning and business,…
New Website with Easy Projector Bulb Selector Takes the Guesswork Out of Your Pu …
AlltecStores is proud to announce the launch of the newest addition to our network of web stores, ProjectorBulbsAndLamps.com! The purpose of the site is to ease the often cumbersome and confusing process of selecting the proper replacement lamp for a specific projector. If you are purchasing a projector for your home theater, business, classroom, or any other application, you should be aware that after a certain amount of use,…
MEDIA ADVISORY: Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck’s 22nd Annual Spooky Walk Promises To Be The Sc …
Who: Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck
The Moriches Paquatuck Squaws
Assorted ghosts, goblins and monsters
What: This year marks the 22nd year of the Spooky Walk at Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck. Although the walk has been family-friendly in past years, this year’s walk is more geared toward teenagers and young adults as it promises to be the scariest walk yet. The walk lasts 45 to 60 minutes — the longest-lasting walk on Long Island — and features some of the…
UIA 100 year Celebration Sponsored by Congrex
Congrex announced today its sponsorship of the Centenary Celebration of the Union of International Associations (UIA), which takes place in Brussels from 18 to 19 November. The two-day programme marks an important milestone in the lifespan of this “Senior Statesmen” of all associations that is best known for its publication of the “Yearbook of International Organizations“ and “The Encyclopedia of World Problems and Human Potential“.
Asked about Congrex’s support and…
Mastering the “India Challenge”: GIRT-Hamburg and Bremen Chamber of Commerce Inv …
Hamburg (14.10.2010): The last decade has seen India emerge as an economic powerhouse. Growth in India, in contrast to China, has largely been driven by robust domestic demand. Not surprisingly, access to the Indian market has been a primary reason for many foreign firms to invest there. As a result foreign direct investments (FDI) inflows into India have recorded unprecedented volumes. While the accumulated stock of FDI in India prior…
Nonprofit Organization FOSC to Fight Poverty and Improve Literacy Rate in the De …
Lake Worth, FL (FOSC) October 11th, 2010----The educational system in Jamaica at the present moment requires a need for concern and action.
"Education is perhaps the most powerful tool for reducing poverty, improving health, promoting healthier economies, and providing peaceful and productive opportunities for
young people around the world.”
– Global Campaign for Education
According to Professor Gordon Shirley, Principal of UWI Mona Campus, a world bank report indicated that 2/3…
Work that Makes a Difference: Creating a Meaningful Career in Service of a Bette …
SAN FRANCISCO—Two Bay Area coaches will lead a workshop for those seeking sustainable and meaningful careers , Work that Makes a Difference, on Sunday, October 24th at The California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS).
In developing Google’s School for Personal Growth, career coach Monika Broecker learned that employees long to create meaning with their work and achieve a more sustainable work and lifestyle. "At Google, I had a dream job.…
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY SF/SCV’S “AMERICAN DREAM WALK” SCORES PERFECT 10 WITH MARK …
October 6, 2010, Los Angeles, CA – Grab a tool kit, lace up your sneakers and get ready to Walk with the Stars at Habitat for Humanity San Fernando/Santa Clarita Valleys’ fundraiser, “American Dream Walk,” at Pacoima Plaza on Saturday, October 16, 2010.
Join Mark Ballas, award-winning dancer on “Dancing with the Stars,” as he leads handy citizens and celebrities on a 5K walk from Pacoima Plaza to Habitat Pacoima Site,…
IJIS Institute Informs Congress on Information Sharing
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, hosted a Congressional Briefing on Information Sharing and the Nationwide Suspicious Activity Reporting Initiative in cooperation with Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (D-CT). The briefing, held September 13, 2010, was attended by legislative directors and congressional staff, committee and sub-committee staff, high-ranking officials from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (U.S. Department of…
Mahindra Xylo on a gourmet trail with Rocky & Mayur on ‘Highway on my Plate’
October 6, 2010, India: Mahindra Xylo, one of India’s best selling brands, is on a gourmet trail. It features on NDTV Good Times’s highly popular programme – ‘Highway on my Plate’. Hosted by Rocky and Mayur, the show explores and showcases the palates along the route from Delhi to Khardungla. Starting October 10, 2010 and spread over six episodes, the show takes its viewers through some of the popular…
Manipal K-12 Education launches India’s first digital learning solution for Engi …
Bangalore, October 7, 2010: Manipal K-12 Education (a subsidiary of TutorVista) today announced the launch of India’s first digital learning solution for engineering colleges that aims at empowering faculty with learning aids and objects and help them create the technology leaders of tomorrow. After establishing leadership in the K-12 segment with its digital learning solutions: DigiClass and DigitALly, that won many customers and awards. Manipal K-12 Education has extended its…
NiUG Continues to See Record Growth at Fifth Annual Discovery Conference
Non-Profit Software Industry Event Attended by More Than 350
iMIS Users and Partners
NATIONAL HARBOR, MD (October 5, 2010) NiUG International, the largest independent, volunteer-run user group in the non-profit software industry, today announced that it continued to achieve record growth at its fifth annual Discovery Conference, held September 27-29 in National Harbor, Maryland. More than 350 iMIS users and partners participated in more than 30 educational sessions, training classes and…
gasq recommends Agile Leadership Award 2010
Agile methods support software development projects more and more and will be broadly accepted in the near future as they offer many additional benefits. The BQI Agile Leadership Award 2010 gives companies the possibility to show to their customers their competence in “Agile”.
Next to companies like Microsoft, IBM, Cirquent, Accenture, Pentasys and T-System also gasq, the Global Association for Software Quality, supports this leading award in the field of Agile.
Register…
European Commission fails to consider specificity of the vehicles and appropriat …
According to ACEM, the main approach taken by the European Commission appears sound, but the specificity of the vehicles and appropriate lead-time have not always been properly considered – many crucial technical points remain open.
Yesterday, the European Commission adopted a long anticipated proposal on new type-approval of L-category vehicles. This proposal makes provisions on many different safety and environmental requirements for a wide range of vehicles such as two- or…
BQI and gasq agree on cooperation
BQI General Manager Helmut Blank and gasq Secretary General Werner Henschelchen agreed on a cooperation between the Best Quality Institute BQI and gasq, the Global Association for Software Quality.
"BQI is the leading institute for awards which measure and assess the quality of companies and employees. We are very happy to include BQI and its international awards into our international network of Software Professionals," said Werner Henschelchen.
Helmut Blank pointed out: "We…
Admissions 2011 International Management Institute (IMI) Admission to PGDM in Hu …
International Management Institute (IMI) has released admissions notification for :
- 2 Year Full Time Post Graduate Diploma in Management-Human Resources (PGDM-HR), 2011-13
Application forms are currently available online at http://admission.imi.edu. Forms are also available, starting September 27th, 2010, at IMI Delhi campus, centres of IMS Learning Resources Pvt. Ltd. & Axis Bank branches that sell CAT vouchers.
Last Date for Acceptance of Application for PGDM-HR:-30th November, 2010.
Eligibility
To be eligible…
Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck, IGHL Present “A Celebration in Lights” During the Month of Dec …
(Center Moriches, NY) — Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck is joining Independent Group Home Living (IGHL) for a special holiday event at the camp. In each weekend during the month of December, the camp will be the place for a “A Celebration in Lights.” The event will take place on the following dates: December 3-5; December 10-12; December 17-19 and December 22-23.
The event will include a spectacular light show that can be experienced…
Tattoo Studios Support Breast Cancer Help, Inc. With “Ink For Pink” Campaign
(Bay Shore, New York) — In support of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, two local tattoo studios will support Breast Cancer Help, Inc. For the month of October, Good Times Tattoo Studio in East Islip and Horifudo Tattoo Studio in Smithtown will take part in a month-long “Ink For Pink” campaign. During the month of October, customers can get a tattoo of the Breast Cancer Help ribbon at either studio…
Kimberly Bonin of Bonin Architects Named BNI Member of the Year
New London and Portsmouth, NH- Kimberly Bonin, of Bonin Architects & Associates, PLLC, New London, was named the Member of the Year of the Lake Sunapee Region Business Network International Chapter.
The Member of the Year Award recognizes a BNI member for their attitude, attendance, quality of referrals, and contribution to the growth of the chapter. Bonin was presented with the award at the BNI Regional Conference awards dinner…
BABY GIVE BACK - 80 year old philanthropist offering $10,000 to best thank you n …
NEW YORK, NY. Sept. 20. - New York City Council Speaker Christine Quinn announced today that philanthropist Henry van Ameringen, 80, of Manhattan, is suspected on one count of evading gratitude and one count of laundering good deeds. The charges come in the wake of the discovery that Ameringen and In The Life Media, producers of the hit TV show "IN THE LIFE" were using online social media…
Wisconsinmade.com Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month
WisconsinMade.com, an Internet specialty food and gift store, is donating 10 percent of its Internet sales to the Wisconsin Breast Cancer Coalition the week of October 11-20 to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month and support the fight against breast cancer. Customers who place an order at www.wisconsinmade.com will see a portion of their purchase donated to help fund breast cancer research and advocacy efforts.
“The Wisconsin Breast Cancer Coalition has…
SaiCoreS & Don Bosco Anbu Illam partners to make street children of Chennai comp …
Chennai, September 22, 2010: SaiCoreS Pvt Ltd, a fast growing, differentiated Chennai-based HR Staffing and consultancy firm today announced that as part of its long-term social commitment, it has partnered with Don Bosco Anbu Illam, a leading child rights organization to provide certified computer training to street children aged 12-18 years. Through this program, which currently is in its second month running, Don Bosco Anbu Illam would identify the street…
World of Discovery Day Camp Offers Children Ages 4-14 a Great Summer in Queens, …
World of Discovery Day Camp of Bayside Queens, NY has been proudly serving families of Queens for nearly 30 years! Camp tuition includes prompt and courteous door-to-door pick up and drop off at your home, swimming, sports, trips and much much more!
World of Discovery Day Camp of Bayside Queens, NY has been proudly serving families of Queens for nearly 30 years! Camp tuition includes prompt and courteous door-to-door pick up…
The Sky’s the Limit with Cavanaugh Flight Museum Event Rental
The Cavanaugh Flight Museum, a non-profit organization dedicated to American aviation heritage, today announced that a 10,000 square foot aircraft hangar is open for event rental.
On November 6, the museum will house the 8th Annual WineFest, an event that features a selection of Texas wines and top notch cuisine as well as fine cigars. Tickets can be purchased online at www.winefest500.com.
“This is a space like no other,” said…
Appointment of Dr. Margaret McDermott as Vice Chair of CONTESA
14th September 2010: CONTESA a UK registered charity that supports Aids orphans in Zambia, has today announced the appointment of Dr Margaret McDermott to a new post of Vice Chair of CONTESA.
The CONTESA board of Trustees recognised that due to the expansion of activities and programmes run and funded by the charity that they have been presented with a number of new challenges. The recent registration of CONTESA…
A&S All Support, Inc to Host 2nd Annual Taste of Holiday Event
A & S All Support, Inc. is having their 2nd Annual Taste of Holiday event on September 23, 2010. Taste of Holiday features food and beverages from the region's finest restaurants, bakers, and caterers. Door prizes will be given, and a Silent Auction will be held to benefit A&S All Support's community placement
program for disabled individuals.
The event will be held at First Baptist Church (435 Madison St. in Clarksville,…
Centum Learning wins the UK India Skills Forum Award 2010
Centum Learning has won the UK India Skills Forum Award for the Best Skills project in Rural Community category. This fourth international award, in a short span of one year, is a representation of the commitment of Centum Learning towards transforming India by way of skilling the Indian workforce.
The UK India Skills Forum comprises over 120 UK based organizations involved in skill development, which work closely with FICCI in…
The Helpful Hands Foundation 3rd Annual Food Drive
Today, people more then ever need support and guidance to make ends meet. The Helpful Hands Foundation, a nonprofit 501 c 3 has a dedicated and caring team of people that truly reach out to provide a “helping hand”.
Our involvement in the community is through education workshops, work programs and counseling. We will be conducting our THHF—Autumn Food Drive to help local food communities; we are…
ELEKS Software Sponsors "CEE IT OUTSOURCING REVIEW 2009" Research
September 16, 2010 – Kyiv, Ukraine - ELEKS Software, a global organization delivering software services and solutions for diverse markets in the USA and Europe, announced that the company is sponsoring the “Central and Eastern Europe IT Outsourcing Review 2009”.
The "Central and Eastern European Outsourcing Review" is an annual research conducted by the Central and Eastern European Outsourcing Association (CEEOA). One of the main objectives of the research is…
Custom Greek Apparel Company Announces Arrival of Striped Sewn-On Greek Letters
SEATTLE, WA – Today, Designer Greek, a leading greek apparel store, announced the arrival of their striped sewn-on greek letters. Now customers have the opportunity to design fraternity clothing and sorority clothing, while incorporating a new look that can bring additional meaning and personality to the standard sewn-on on greek letter shirt, sweatshirt, tote bag, or jacket.
How it works – Designer Greek customers design their greek letter shirts, sorority sweatshirts,…
Translators with a heart support aid projects
After the earthquake in Haiti in January the translator Martina Birkhoff from Muenster, Germany, asked her colleagues to donate one euro of every translation assignment to the victims. The translators who participated in fund-raising “produced“ 1,280 euros, which were divided between three charity organisations: Order or Malta, Help and Lespwa. On request of the participantgs, the Translators’ Aid Project (TAP) was established. The participating translators continue to contribute a set…
Carl Terzian, Chairman of Carl Terzian Associates, Named Honorary Co-Chair for N …
Los Angeles, California- September 14, 2010 – Carl Terzian, chairman of Carl Terzian Associates (CTA), a boutique public relations firm located in West Los Angeles, was recently named honorary co-chair by the Greater Los Angeles Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) of its 25th Annual National Philanthropy Day to be held on November 9, 2010. Mr. Terzian’s fellow co-chairs are philanthropist Wallis Annenberg, president and CEO of…
DSK International School of Design, a part of DSK Supinfocom, wins 2 Prestigious …
DSK International School of Design (ISD) has won the IDEA award 2010. Two 3rd year Product Design students, Akaash Dewan and Florianne Rousse Marquet won prizes for their innovative designs. Akaash Dewan won the Gold award for the ONEDOWN mousetrap. Florianne Rousse Marquet won the Bronze award for the BIRDHOUSE. The award ceremony took place in Portland, USA on the 7th of August 2010.
Terming its as a matter of…
Taste of Truth: Teaching on Emptiness & Interdependent Arising by Geshe Dorji Da …
Over three evenings Geshe Dorji Damdul will give teachings on the most profound concept of the Buddhist philosophy - Interdependent Arising and Emptiness, the true nature of reality. Geshe la will explain how by seeing the ultimate reality of all existence one can attain freedom from the sufferings of samsara.
These teachings will be based on the 24th chapter of The Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way (Mulamadhyamakakarika) composed by…
DebRA of America hosts the 12th Annual Mats Wilander Celebrity Tennis and Golf C …
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NEW YORK, NY (September 3, 2010) – The Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa Research Association of America and all-time tennis greats Mats Wilander and John McEnroe and other celebrities have joined forces to participate in the 12th Annual Mats Wilander Celebrity Tennis & Golf Classic presented by Molnlycke Health Care.
All proceeds from the event will support DebRA of America’s programs and services and help to fund the…
Piedmont National Black MBA Association presents the 3rd Annual Career Fair & Ne …
GREENSBORO— The Piedmont Chapter of the National Black MBA Association will host the 3rd Annual Graduate & Professional Career Fair and Networking Reception on Thursday, September 9. It will feature strong Fortune 500 companies and local businesses, actively seeking business professionals to fill corporate roles.
The career fair and networking reception is a full day of activity starting at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 9. All events…
German-Indian Round Table in an all new Design
German-Indian Round Table (GIRT) presents itself with a modern website and new logo, Sept. 2nd, 2010
Berlin (02.09.2010): The German-Indian Round Table (GIRT) presents itself with a new, modern website, which can be called up under girt.de and girt.in.
At the same Time GIRT presents its new logo which will accompany all activities of GIRT in future.
„Our previous website was no longer in keeping with modern times,“ said Dr. Andreas Waldraff,…
Centum Learning, a Bharti Associate Company, creates employable resources for th …
Centum Learning, a Bharti Associate company, has announced the launch of an industry-oriented MBA with additional employability programmes for graduate students at a highly affordable price. The programme would be offered at Centum U- Institute of Management & Creative Studies in New Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Mohali and Hyderabad.
Students would not only get an UGC recognized MBA degree but also simultaneously acquire necessary employability skills through pursuing Certificate…
Chances and Challenges for Indo-German Business in a Rebound Indian Economy
German-Indian Round Table in Hamburg to discuss implications of recent economic and policy developments in India, on Sept. 6, 2010
Hamburg (29.08.2010): Indian economy has quickly rebound from the recent global economic crisis. Probably nothing demonstrates the resilience of Indian economy better than the fact that the second quarter of 2010 has seen net profits rise by over 20% on a year-on-year basis, after growing by over 94% and 72%…
4C Association welcomes Nescafé Plan
Creating shared value for a better coffee world
Mexico City/Bonn, 27 August 2010
The 4C Association welcomes Nestlé’s announcement today pledging 4C Compliance by 2015 for all its coffee purchased through direct procurement. This volume is estimated at approximately 180,000 tons of green coffee per year.
“Nestlé’s announcement marks a great milestone in making the mainstream coffee sector more sustainable” said Diego Pizano-Salazar, Chairperson of the 4C Association’s Executive Board. “Sustainability in the…
WSBA, Women’s Small Business Association, Announces Executive Director, Linda Ha …
Pittsburgh, PA – August 26, 2010 —
Linda Handley, recently named Executive Director of Women’s Small Business Association, (WSBA), went from working in a multi-billion dollar corporate business to owning her own small business. In the role of Executive Director, Handley will grow and strengthen the WSBA, developing supportive partnerships with area organizations that share the WSBA mission; creating new educational opportunities geared toward business improvement, and spearhead ongoing efforts…
MAS and ICNA plans to give away school bags and school supplies in Bensonhurst d …
BROOKLYN, New York (August 25, 2010) - The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) and the Muslim American Society (MAS) plan to give out free school bags and school supplies to the Bensonhurst community this coming Sunday, August 29th 2010 at the MAS Youth Center, during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. This initiative hopes to cater to the needs of low income families in the community- families under financial…
Andalusia School to give away school bags and supplies to community in Ramadan
YONKERS, New York (August 23, 2010) - The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) and the Muslim American Society of Upper NY (MAS-UNY) plans to give out free school bags and school supplies to the South Yonkers community this coming Saturday, August 28th 2010 at the Andalusia School, during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
500 needy children will receive school bags filled with supplies at the event, one bag per…
CYFC Named a Highest-Rated Applicant for Prestigious i3 Grant Award
Last week, the Federal Department of Education announced the 49 highest-rated applicants for its Innovation In Education, or i3, grants. Children Youth and Family Collaborative, a Los Angeles non-profit dedicated to the well-being of at-risk and foster youth, rose above nearly 1,700 other applicants in this stringent competition aimed at improving achievement for students at risk of academic failure.
CYFC received funding in the amount of $3,649,580 over a four-year…
