Coronavirus: Scientists reveal reduction in global air pollution and nitrogen dioxide levels

Since the Coronavirus outbreak, scientists have reported a decrease in air pollution and nitrogen dioxide levels around the world.
 
The World Health Organisation recently declared coronavirus a pandemic. At the same time, scientists from around the world have revealed a decline in air pollution and nitrogen dioxide levels.
At the beginning of March, NASA revealed that pollution levels in China, where the outbreak started, had dramatically reduced. NASA's pollution monitoring satellites detected significant decreases in nitrogen dioxide (NO2). In addition to this, analysis by Carbon Brief revealed the coronavirus has temporarily reduced China’s CO2 emissions by a quarter.
Italy, where cases have dramatically increased and is now the country with the largest number of cases outside of China, has also experienced a decline in air pollution.
New data from the European Space Agency found a reduction in nitrogen dioxide emissions. The ESA say this reduction is particularly visible in northern Italy, which coincides with its nationwide lockdown.
 
Claus Zehner, ESA’s Copernicus Sentinel-5P mission manager, said: “The decline in nitrogen dioxide emissions over the Po Valley in northern Italy is particularly evident.”
“Although there could be slight variations in the data due to cloud cover and changing weather, we are very confident that the reduction in emissions that we can see, coincides with the lockdown in Italy causing less traffic and industrial activities.”
Josef Aschbacher, ESA’s Director of Earth Observation Programmes, said: “Copernicus Sentinel-5P Tropomi is the most accurate instrument today that measures air pollution from space. These measurements, globally available thanks to the free and open data policy, provide crucial information for citizens and decision makers."
In the United States, pollution levels have also declined. Researchers told the BBC that New York has seen a 50% reduction in carbon monoxide emissions, compared to last year. Traffic levels are estimated to be down by 35 percent and they report a ‘solid drop’ in methane levels.
As some of the world comes to a standstill, there is no doubt that we will see a further decline in global emissions. As uncertainity grows around the longevity of the virus, no one knows just how much of an impact on pollution levels it could have.

DIGITAL WORKS VS PHYSICAL PRODUCTS MARKETING- THE SFI SIMPLIFIED EXAMPLE

Digital vs. Physical. Which is a better product to try and sell?

A lot people still focus on having an online store selling physical items. Nothing wrong with that, but those same people discount digital products. Why is that?

The SFI program you are about to be introduced to right now is one of the best digital products, affiliates and working platform that is comparable to none.

Now , just think about it,

Your social media pages are digital.

The apps you have on your phone are digital.

The online games you play are digital.

Your email is digital.

Google, Facebook, Apple and many others make billions of dollars in revenue from digital products.

Digital products are not restricted by shipping, delivery times, or even specific countries for the most part. They are not even most of the time affected with global diseases out breat like the current CORONAVIRUS.

In SFI for instance,
The Astro Auctions are digital.

Eager Zebra games are digital.

TCredits are digital.

We are in a digital world, and there is nothing wrong with that.

You can have an entirely digital business right now with the SFI  Business Model today.

1. Purchase an AD of 125 TCredits on the first of every month.
2. Spend 4 TCredits every day – 1 on an Eager Zebra game, and 3 in 3 different Astro Auctions.
3. Advertise to recruit PSA’s -Personal Sponsor Affiliates-to your team and share the plan!

It is that simple. What are the benefits?

You earn Rewardical Tokens for the TCredits that you spend.
You earn Direct Commissions for the referrals you get to join your team.
You earn referral Rewardical Tokens for the activities of your PSA's & CSA's.

You get free CSA's -Co-Sponsors Affiliates for being an EA and being BCQ qualified, and more if you have your Auto Delivery setup for the first of the month. (Executive Speedster badge).

You earn VP-Visa Points with your daily actions, and are qualified to get profit sharing from the Executive Pool. And you will probably get VP from bidding in the auctions.

Making a BTL will earn you more CSA's, more profit sharing from 2 generations and CSA's, more TCredits, more Rewardical Tokens, Second Home CSA's.

All of the above, and probably more, just for running a very simple and basic online digital based business; and you can even run it from your tablet or smartphone.

Anywhere you have an internet connection. Keep your current job and run this  SFI as part time. It is not that difficult.

But people will come up with all kinds of reasons why this won't work. Except that, it does work, because that is what I do.

Digital selling is a real product and a real business. It is time you embrace that fact, and maybe even earn some money yourself from it.
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WHO GLOBAL ALERT AND RECOMMENDATION FOR INT'L TRAVEL DURING THIS COVID-19 OUTBREAK

Updated WHO recommendations for international traffic in relation to COVID-19 outbreak

29 February 2020
This document provides updated recommendations for international traffic in relation to the COVID-19 outbreak, in light of the rapidly evolving situation. It supersedes the advice published on 27 January 2020.
On 30 January 2020, the Director-General of the World Health Organization, following the advice of the Emergency Committee convened under the International Health Regulations (2005), declared the current outbreak of COIVD-19 a public health emergency of international concern and issued Temporary Recommendations. The Committee asked the Director-General to provide further advice on these matters and, if necessary, to make new case-by-case recommendations, in view of this rapidly evolving situation.

Affected areas

“Affected areas” are considered those countries, provinces, territories or cities experiencing ongoing transmission of COVID-19, in contrast to areas reporting only imported cases. As of 27 February 2020, although China, particularly the Province of Hubei, has experienced sustained local transmission and has reported by far the largest number of confirmed cases since the beginning of the outbreak, lately the situation in China showed a significant decrease in cases. At the same time, an increasing number of countries, other than China, have reported cases, including through local transmission of COVID-19. As the epidemic evolves, it will be expected that many areas may detect imported cases and local transmission of COVID-19. WHO is publishing daily situation reports on the evolution of the outbreak.
The outbreaks reported so far have occurred primarily within clusters of cases exposed through close-contacts, within families or special gathering events. COVID-19 is primarily transmitted through droplets from, and close contact with, infected individuals. Control measures that focus on prevention, particularly through regular hand washing and cough hygiene, and on active surveillance for the early detection and isolation of cases, the rapid identification and close monitoring of persons in contacts with cases, and the rapid access to clinical care, particularly for severe cases, are effective to contain most outbreaks of COVID-19.

Recommendations for international trafic

WHO continues to advise against the application of travel or trade restrictions to countries experiencing COVID-19 outbreaks.
In general, evidence shows that restricting the movement of people and goods during public health emergencies is ineffective in most situations and may divert resources from other interventions. Furthermore, restrictions may interrupt needed aid and technical support, may disrupt businesses, and may have negative social and economic effects on the affected countries. However, in certain circumstances, measures that restrict the movement of people may prove temporarily useful, such as in settings with few international connections and limited response capacities.
Travel measures that significantly interfere with international traffic may only be justified at the beginning of an outbreak, as they may allow countries to gain time, even if only a few days, to rapidly implement effective preparedness measures. Such restrictions must be based on a careful risk assessment, be proportionate to the public health risk, be short in duration, and be reconsidered regularly as the situation evolves.
Travel bans to affected areas or denial of entry to passengers coming from affected areas are usually not effective in preventing the importation of cases but may have a significant economic and social impact. Since WHO declaration of a public health emergency of international concern in relation to COVID-19, and as of 27 February, 38 countries have reported to WHO additional health measures that significantly interfere with international traffic in relation to travel to and from China or other countries, ranging from denial of entry of passengers, visa restrictions or quarantine for returning travellers. Several countries that denied entry of travellers or who have suspended the flights to and from China or other affected countries, are now reporting cases of COVID-19.
Temperature screening alone, at exit or entry, is not an effective way to stop international spread, since infected individuals may be in incubation period, may not express apparent symptoms early on in the course of the disease, or may dissimulate fever through the use of antipyretics; in addition, such measures require substantial investments for what may bear little benefits. It is more effective to provide prevention recommendation messages to travellers and to collect health declarations at arrival, with travellers’ contact details, to allow for a proper risk assessment and a possible contact tracing of incoming travellers.

Recommendations for international travellers

It is prudent for travellers who are sick to delay or avoid travel to affected areas, in particular for elderly travellers and people with chronic diseases or underlying health conditions.
General recommendations for personal hygiene, cough etiquette and keeping a distance of at least one metre from persons showing symptoms remain particularly important for all travellers. These include:

• Perform hand hygiene frequently, particularly after contact with respiratory secretions. Hand hygiene includes either cleaning hands with soap and water or with an alcohol-based hand rub. Alcohol-based hand rubs are preferred if hands are not visibly soiled; wash hands with soap and water when they are visibly soiled;
• Cover your nose and mouth with a flexed elbow or paper tissue when coughing or sneezing and disposing immediately of the tissue and performing hand hygiene;
• Refrain from touching mouth and nose;
• A medical mask is not required if exhibiting no symptoms, as there is no evidence that wearing a mask – of any type – protects non-sick persons. However, in some cultures, masks may be commonly worn. If masks are to be worn, it is critical to follow best practices on how to wear, remove and dispose of them and on hand hygiene after removal (see Advice on the use of masks)

As for any travel, travellers are also advised to follow proper food hygiene practices, including the five keys for food safety, as well as recommendations to reduce the risk of transmission of emerging pathogens from animals to human in live markets.
Travellers returning from affected areas should self-monitor for symptoms for 14 days and follow national protocols of receiving countries. Some countries may require returning travellers to enter quarantine. If symptoms occur, such as fever, or cough or difficulty breathing, travellers are advised to contact local health care providers, preferably by phone, and inform them of their symptoms and their travel history. For travellers identified at points of entry, it is recommended to follow WHO advice for the management of travellers at points of entry. Guidance on treatment of sick passengers on board of airplanes is available on ICAO and IATA websites. Key considerations for planning of large mass gathering events are also available on WHO’s website. Operational considerations for managing COVID-19 cases on board of ships has also been published.
For countries which decide to repatriate nationals from affected areas, they should consider the following to avoid further spread of COVID-19: exit screening shortly before flight; risk communication to travellers and crew; infection control supplies for voyage; crew preparedness for possibility of sick passenger in flight; entry screening on arrival and close follow-up for 14 days after arrival. (WHO recommendations to reduce risk of transmission of emerging pathogens from animals to humans in live animal markets)

General recommendations to all countries

Countries should intensify surveillance for unusual outbreaks of influenza-like illness and severe pneumonia and monitor carefully the evolution of COVID-19 outbreaks, reinforcing epidemiological surveillance. Countries should continue to enhance awareness through effective risk communication concerning COVID-19 to the general public, health professionals, and policy makers, and to avoid actions that promote stigma or discrimination. Countries should share with WHO all relevant information needed to assess and manage COVID-19 in a timely manner, as required by the International Health Regulations (2005).
Countries are reminded of the purpose of the International Health Regulations to prevent, protect against, control and provide a public health response to the international spread of disease in ways that are commensurate with and restricted to public health risks, and which avoid unnecessary interference with international traffic and trade. Countries implementing additional health measures which significantly interfere with international traffic are required to provide to WHO, within 48 hours of implementation, the public health rationale and relevant scientific information for the measures implemented. WHO shall share this information with other States Parties. Significant interference generally means refusal of entry or departure of international travellers, baggage, cargo, containers, conveyances, goods, and the like, or their delay, for more than 24 hours.
WHO continues to engage with its Member States, as well as with international organizations and industries, to enable implementation of travel-related health measures that are commensurate with the public health risks, are effective and are implemented in ways which avoid unnecessary restrictions of international traffic during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Other Related links

• Novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV)
• Situation reports
• How to protect yourself from coronavirus infection
• What is coronavirus?
• Risk assessment guidelines for infectious diseases transmitted on aircraft (RAGIDA) - Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV)
• Advice on the use of masks in the community, during home care and in healthcare settings in the context of the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) outbreak
• WHO recommendations to reduce risk of transmission of emerging pathogens from animals to humans in live animal markets
• Management of ill travellers at Points of Entry – international airports, seaports and ground crossings – in the context of COVID-19 outbreak
• Key planning recommendations for Mass Gatherings in the context of the current COVID-19 outbreak
• Operational considerations for managing COVID-19 cases/outbreak on board ships
• Key considerations for repatriation and quarantine of travellers in relation to the outbreak of novel coronavirus 2019-nCoV

GLOBAL LATEST ALERT ON CORONAVIRUS-

UN releases US$15 million to help vulnerable countries battle the spread of the coronavirus

1 March 2020

News release

UN Humanitarian Chief Mark Lowcock today released US$15 million from the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) to help fund global efforts to contain the COVID-19 virus.
The announcement came as the World Health Organization (WHO) upgraded the global risk of the coronavirus outbreak to "very high" – its top level of risk assessment. The WHO has said there is still a chance of containing the virus if its chain of transmission is broken.
The sudden increases of cases in Italy, the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Korea are deeply concerning. There are now cases linked to Iran in Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait and Oman, along with cases linked to Italy in Algeria, Austria, Croatia, Germany, Spain and Switzerland.
The UN funding has been released to the WHO and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). It will fund essential activities including monitoring the spread of the virus, investigating cases, and the operation of national laboratories.
The WHO has called for US$675 million to fund the fight against coronavirus. There is a window of opportunity to contain the spread of the virus if countries take robust measures to detect cases early, isolate and care for patients, and trace contacts.
Emergency Relief Coordinator and Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, Mark Lowcock said: “We do not yet see evidence that the virus is spreading freely. As long as that’s the case, we still have a chance of containing it.
“But swift and robust action must be taken to detect cases early, isolate and care for patients, and trace contacts. We must act now to stop this virus from putting more lives at risk.
“This grant from the UN’s Emergency Fund will help countries with fragile health systems boost their detection and response operations. It has the potential to save the lives of millions of vulnerable people.”
This is a critical juncture in the outbreak. The focus is on containing COVID-19 by strengthening surveillance, conducting thorough outbreak investigations to identify contacts and applying appropriate measures to prevent further spread.
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General, said: “The potential spread of the virus to countries with weaker health systems is one of our biggest concerns. These funds will help support these countries get ready for detecting and isolating cases, protecting their health workers, and treating patients with dignity and appropriate care. This will help us save lives and push back the virus”
UNICEF is leading on preventative actions in communities across the affected countries with risk communication, providing hygiene and medical kits to schools and health clinics and monitoring the impact of the outbreak to support continuity of care, education and social services.
“At this pivotal moment, every effort must be made to push back against the outbreak,” said UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta Fore. “These crucial funds will support our global efforts to bolster weaker health systems and inform children, pregnant women and families about how to protect themselves.”
Since it was launched in 2006, CERF has provided more than $6 billion to over 100 countries and helped hundreds of millions of people.

2020 SDG PIONEERS PROGRAMS/AWARDS APPLICATION OPENS

2020 SDG PIONEERS  Programe/Award Application Opens

United Nations Global Compact

UNITED NATIONS, New York, 17 February 2020 — As part of its Making Global Goals Local Business campaign, each year the UN Global Compact recognizes a class of SDG Pioneers — business leaders, who are using business as a force for good to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The SDG Pioneers play an important role in drawing attention to the SDGs and how responsible businesses can contribute to their achievement.
As part of the  Global Compact Local Networks spanning all continents will launch a national search for professionals who are committed to achieving the Global Goals on 17 February 2020
will culminate in to the selection of global SDG Pioneers who will be recognized during the UN General Assembly high-level week in New York in September 2020. The worldwide search for SDG Pioneers among companies participating in the UN Global Compact will build on national searches by 23 Global Compact Local Networks earlier this year, and each winner of a national round will automatically compete in the global round along with other candidates.
About the United Nations Global Compact
As a special initiative of the UN Secretary-General, the United Nations Global Compact works with companies everywhere to align their operations and strategies with ten universal principles in the areas of human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption. Launched in 2000, the UN Global Compact guides and supports the global business community in advancing UN goals and values through responsible corporate practices. With more than 9,500 companies and 3,000 non-business signatories based in over 160 countries, and 70 Local Networks, it is the largest corporate sustainability initiative in the world.
  For details and nominations or recognition, reach us on Whats app number via +2348030899694
 

AFRICA FOOD PRIZE-NOMINATIONS NOW OPENS

Africa Food Prize 2020 Nominations Now Open – Nominate Your Candidate

The Africa Food Prize 2020 committee is inviting nominations for individuals or institutions who are delivering improved food security; catalyzing innovation and transformative change in Africa’s agriculture sector. Do not miss out on the opportunity to bring that leading farmer to the limelight.

  

About The Africa Food Prize

The Africa Food Prize is a preeminent award that recognizes outstanding individuals or institutions leading the effort to change the reality of farming in Africa. It recognises an individual whose farming story has changed from the struggle to survive to a business that thrives. It celebrates Africans who are taking control of Africa’s agriculture agenda.

Besides that, it also puts a spotlight on bold initiatives and technical innovations that can be replicated across the continent to create a new era of food security and economic opportunity for all Africans.
It began in 2005 as Yara Prize, organised by Yara International ASA in Norway. Then, it began as a way to honor achievements in African agriculture. Next, in 2016, Yara Prize was renamed the Africa Food Prize in a bit to give it a distinctive African identity and ownership.
Today, it awards a total price of $100,000, a diploma and a trophy. More than one person can receive the award, but not more than two can be a winner. If shared, each winner will receive equal prize money ($100,000 divided into two).
Hurry up to nominate here.
 

  https://africafoodprize.org/nominate/

THE GREAT HEALTH BENEFITS OF DRINKING BLACK TEA REGULARLY

10 Evidence-Based Health Benefits of Taking Black Tea

Aside from water, black tea is one of the most consumed beverages in the world.

It comes from the Camellia sinensis plant and is often blended with other plants for different flavors, such as Earl Grey, English breakfast or chai.

It’s stronger in flavor and contains  less caffeine content than coffee.

Black tea also offers a variety of health benefits because it contains antioxidants and compounds that can help reduce inflammation in the body.

Here are 10 health benefits of black tea, all supported by science.

1.Richest Antioxidant Properties-
Black tea contains a group of polyphenols that have antioxidant properties. Consuming antioxidants may help decrease the risk of chronic diseases and  improve your overall health.
2. A  Boost to Heart Health--Black tea contains flavonoids, which are beneficial for heart health. Studies have found that regularly drinking black tea may help reduce the risk of heart disease.
3. Black Tea Lower “Bad” LDL Cholestero-LDL and HDL are two types of lipoproteins that carry cholesterol throughout the body. Too much LDL in the body can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. Studies have found that black tea may help reduce LDL levels.
4.  Improve Gut (Stomach) Health--The gut houses trillions of bacteria and the majority of your immune system. Polyphenols and antimicrobial properties found in black tea may help improve gut health and immunity.
5.  Help Reduces Blood Pressure-High blood pressure can cause many health complications. Drinking black tea on a regular basis may help decrease systolic and diastolic blood pressure. However,there are more researches going on to clarify more on this .
6. Help Reduce the Risk of Stroke-Stroke is the second leading cause of death globally. Fortunately, in many cases, it can be prevented. Studies have found that black tea may help reduce the risk of stroke.
7. Black Tea Lowers Blood Sugar Levels--Insulin is a hormone that is secreted when you consume carbohydrates-sugary substances. Black tea is a great non-sweetened beverage that can help improve metabolism and  the use of insulin and reduce blood sugar.
8. Help Reduce the Risk of Cancer-Black tea contains polyphenols, which may help fight cancer cells in the body. Although consuming black tea will not cure cancer, it may help decrease cancer cell development. 
9. Black Tea Improve Focus and Stamina-Black tea can help improve focus due to its content of caffeine and an amino acid called L-theanine. This amino acid increases alpha activity in the brain, which can help improve focus,stamina and alertness thus even help the memory to function. This property in black tea makes it very useful and helpful in tackling men health-poor libido, poor performance and even prostate cancer in men. 
10. Easy to Make--Making black tea is simple and takes only a couple of minutes. You can use either tea bags or loose leaves and adjust the taste to your preference.

The Health Potentials are just too numerous to ignore

Black tea is a great option if you are looking for a low-calorie, non-sweetened beverage with less caffeine than coffee or energy drinks. 

It has a strong, unique flavor and contains plenty of antioxidants, which can provide several health benefits. These include improved cholesterol, better gut health and decreased blood pressure and sugar.

Best of all, it’s simple to make and can easily be found at many stores or online.

If you haven’t done so before, consider trying black tea so you can reap its numerous health benefits. 

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Culled from  Autumn Enloe, MS, RD, LD (of Healthline.com) on May 16, 2018

THE URGENT NEED OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY IN A DEPRESSED WORLD ECONOMY

Now that is is clear- THE WORLD ECONOMY IS GOING DOWN AGAIN due to too much dependency on oil as a mono economic item. On the other hand, the Almighty CORONAVIRUS is taking her " pound of flesh" on China and most world economy on the negative side. In the mist of these disturbing situations and circumstances, what is the  alternative way forward to survive and sustain the global economy?
  The most feasible  and best way forward right now is DOING BUSINESS IN A DIFFERENT WAY IN A DIGITAL AGE. But how many people are schooled in Digital Marketing, Digital Communication  and Digital Tools to do business in a digitized economy?
  Here then is the crucial and most important subject and concern if the world must be prepared to eradicate POVERTY, HUNGER, INJUSTICES and overcome  the challenge of youths restiveness, and associated violent extremism for a peaceful and sustainable world. Let us GO DIGITAL to create more and authentic opportunities for the masses of the world.
  Thus, to this purpose and intent, I have prepared the manuals and blue-prints on: E-SKILLS FOR THE DIGITAL ECONOMY  and HOW TO MASTER DIGITAL MARKETING TODAY. These and other resources could be accessed and obtained through soft copies to your emails or digital downloads 
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REGISTRATION OPEN FOR STI- SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATIONS FOR THE SDGs 2020 , NY, USA

Stakeholders Pre-Registration to attend the 5th Multi-Stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the SDGs (12-13 May 2020, New York)

The 5th annual multi-stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the SDGs (STI Forum) will be held from 12-13 May 2020 at the UN Headquarters in New York City. For more information, please visit
https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/TFM/STIForum2020

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FULLY FUNDED 5TH AFRICAN WORLD HERITAGE FORUM, 2020 TO S/AFRICA

5th African World Heritage Regional Youth Forum 2020 for young Africans (Fully Funded to South Africa)

Application Deadline:February 23, 2020 @ http://bit.ly/38j7S7y

Applications are open for the 5th African World Heritage Youth Forum, a capacity building exercise focusing on Youth, Entrepreneurship and Heritage Sustainability in Africa. The Forum places an emphasis on entrepreneurship skills development towards promoting and increasing African youth participation in the stewardship and promotion of World Heritage in Africa in a creative and innovative approach. The forum aims to:

ELIGIBILITY

 Thirty-five (35) young entrepreneurs from all African countries will be selected for the forum. Applicants must

 fulfil all of the following requirements:

 • African citizen between the ages: 18 - 35;

 • Minimum requirements: a post-secondary certified training and/or qualification;

 • Fluency in English (being the working language of the Forum) and ability to communicate in at least one

 of the other three official languages of the African Union (French, Portuguese and Arabic);

 • Personal attributes: motivated, active and driven individuals interested in learning how to assess the

 viability, feasibility, and desirability of new business ideas while engaging in a World Heritage network of young Africans eager to implement the outcomes of the forum in their home countries;

Benefits

The costs for the forum participation (return airfare, accommodation, meals, local transportation in South Africa) will be covered by AWHF, ICCROM and RIM. Selected participants shall meet their own local costs in the country of origin, as well as visa application costs to enter the Republic of South Africa.

CALL FOR APPLICATION- Fully Funded Fellowship Programme of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations

 The Fully funded United Nations Alliance of Civilizations( UNAOC) MENA Fellowship 2020 application for emerging leaders is now opened. The call is open to participants aged between 25-35 years old with strong interest in intercultural exchanges. The theme of the 2020 fellowship is , Building Peace in the age of new media."
  Application Deadline is Sunday, 8th March 2020 For details and how to  apply , go here at:

https://fellowship.unaoc.org/

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THE SDGsPRENEURSHIP CAMPAIGN CHART

REGISTRATION OPENS FOR SDGs GLOBAL FESTIVAL OF ACTION, BONN, GERMANY 2020

 OPPORTUNITY 2020 FOR SDGs ACTORS

Here again is the moment for the YEAR OF ACTIONS FOR THE SDGas

2020 SDGs Actors in worldwide are again gathering for  the #SDGActionFest 2020 is a delight to us at HETAVED SKILLS NETWORKS to be part of this Global event slated for 1st-to 3rd April, 2020 at World Trade Center, Bonn, Germany. To Apply, Go to the link below to register today.before the deadline

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TEF ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM 2020

Applications for the 6th cohort of the TONY ELUMELU FOUNDATION ENTREPRENEURSHIP Program 2020 is now opened. You are eligible to apply if you have a business idea or a startup under 3 years of existence in any sector and in any country across Africa.
   You could be selected for
1- An 8 Weeks Business Training and Mentorship
2- Business ideas Pitching
3- A 5000 USD Non- Refundable Seed Capital for your startup
4- And be enlisted into the TEF Global Networking Opportunities
Note Before: The Application portal opens January 1st and closes midnight , March 1, 2020

YOU CAN APPLY BY VISITING: TEFConnect.com

Or contact Dr. Amos Obi - A TEF Mentor for further information or assistance on whatsapps at +2348030899694

HOW TO BECOME A LEADER, A CHANGE MAKER AND GLOBAL CHAMPION IN 2020

YOU CAN WIN, LEAD AND CHANGE THE WORLD IN 2020

According to ALBERT EINSTEIN, it is madness for us to think of getting ahead and achieving NEW AND EXTRAORDINARY RESULTS in 2020 but keeps doing same things in the NEW YEAR in the same old ways. For truly indeed, an adages says, OLD KEYS CANNOT OPEN NEW DOORS. Thus, it simply implies that for us to achieve new heights and get extraordinary results in 2020, we must learn to be proactive,creative and deliberately adopt and practice INNOVATIVE LIFESTYLE. But what is innovation and how can we  become innovative and apply it in 2020 and beyond?
       If you desire to learn and practice Creativity and Innovations, then check in and listen to the series of lectures on: INNOVATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT FOR GREEN, DIGITAL AND SOCIAL ENTERPRISES @ https://www.youtube.com/c/AMOSAOBI

2020 OPPORTUNITIES- FULLY FUNDED FELLOWSHIP IN THE USA

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The art of innovation | Guy Kawasaki | TEDxBerkeley

What is Innovation?

Made in Israel: Agriculture

How to green the world's deserts and reverse climate change | Allan Savory

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THE 2019 MEANINGFUL BUSINESS 100 GLOBAL LIST

Honored to have been selected as one of 2019's Meaningful Business 100. This award recognizes the business leaders who are successfully combining profit and purpose to help achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals. I’m looking forward to being part of this global community. 

See the full list of leaders here: https://bit.ly/2NwQxz6 #MB100 Meaningful Business Community HotTopics.ht

Why the private sector is best-placed to support the UN SDG's

The True Cost of Food | Samson Ogbole | TEDxGbagada

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THE GLOBAL LIST- MEANINGFUL BUSINESS 100 FOR THE UN SDGs and the 2030 Agenda

We are Honored to have been selected as one of 2019's Meaningful Business 100. This award recognizes the business leaders who are successfully combining profit and purpose to help achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals. I’m looking forward to being part of this global community. 

The Meaningful Business 100 identifies and celebrates the leaders globally who are combining profit and purpose to help achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Congratulations to team HETAVED SKILLS NETWORK for this great feat. This no doubt, is a resolve to do more for humanity through the Global Goals- SDGs.

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SOME URGENT CALL FOR NOMINATIONS IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GLOBAL AWARDS/PRIZES

SOME URGENT GLOBAL PRIZE FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT PRACTICES THAT NEED URGENT ATTENTION.

1A- Calling for nominations for the 2020 UN Public Service Awards!

7 October 2019, New York

Earlier this year, 11 countries were recognized with the prestigious UN Public Service Awards for their initiatives advancing the global goals. From improving the health and living conditions of over 200,000 people in Kenya, to providing better access to medication in Argentina, and low-cost solar energy in Thailand; these were just some of the projects that were presented with this esteemed prize. Time has now come to submit nominations for 2020 and UN DESA is calling for nominations. Does your public institution have an innovative solution to improve public service delivery for the SDGs?

Do you know of any innovative public-service initiatives that contribute to the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)? Then nominate them for the 2020 United Nations Public Service Awards (UNPSA)!

The annual programme is now open for applications and UN DESA is calling for nominations. The award aims to promote and recognize transformative initiatives that foster creativity and innovation in public services. It is open to all public organizations, including local, regional and national governments, and public institutions engaged in public-private partnerships for making people’s lives better. Nominations are accepted in all six UN official languages.

This year’s awards will recognize the achievements and contributions of public services in the following five categories:

• Delivering inclusive and equitable services for all;
• Promoting integrated mechanisms for sustainable development;
• Developing transparent and accountable public institutions;
• Promoting digital transformation in public-sector institutions; and
• Promoting gender responsive public services to achieve the SDGs.

THE DEADLINE FOR SUMMISSION IS NOVEMBER 27^TH, 2019

2-    B- The Second Award that could be qualified for is the GLOBAL PRIZE FOR BEST PRACTICES IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT to be award in the month of June 2020 but nominations is also now. This award attracts One Million US Dollars prize money for continuous investment in Sustainable Development programs.

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