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Paris, France, December 01, 2023 — On its 60th anniversary, the UNESCO International Institute for Educational Planning (UNESCO-IIEP) organized a Symposium at its premises in Paris, France.
The Symposium explored how educational planning can reinvent itself to promote the transformative role of education and create a better future. With only seven years left to achieve the Education 2030 agenda, the event revived IIEP’s long-standing tradition of ‘taking stock’ of recent progress in educational planning and management to adapt to the changing needs of societies and craft new approaches, methodologies and tools accordingly.
The event brought together leading thinkers in the field, high-level representatives of Ministries of Education, IIEP Governing Board members, former directors, IIEP staff, representatives from UNESCO, General Conference delegates, and donor agencies. IIEP hosted the Symposium in a hybrid format at its premises in Paris, France, over two days. Both online and in-person audiences had the opportunity to get involved in the discussions over the two days, with interactivity built-in and adapted for each group.
UNESCO-IIEP has inspired societies to embrace change and transform education through innovative planning strategies. By constantly adapting to evolving needs and developing new methodologies, approaches, and tools, it has paved the way for a more progressive and inclusive educational landscape.
Source: UNESCO IIEP
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— The editor is an AHEP Member, and a UNESCO IIEP certified HE Planning Consultant.
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Photo: UNESCO adopts landmark guidance on education’s cross-cutting role in promoting goodwill and peace at its General Conference on November 20, 2023. Image provided by & copyright © UNESCO/Sacha HERON.
Paris, France, November 24, 2023 — On November 20, 2023, all 194 UNESCO Member States adopted the Recommendation on Education for Peace, Human Rights, and Sustainable Development at UNESCO’s General Conference. The Recommendation is a global standard-setting instrument that outlines how education should bring about lasting peace and foster human development through 14 guiding principles. The newly adopted text updates the “1974” Recommendation that, almost 50 years ago, united Member States in positioning education as a critical driver of peace and international understanding.
The Recommendation is unique in bringing together all dimensions of education and linking different thematic areas, from digital technologies and climate change to gender issues and fundamental freedoms. It acknowledges that peace is built not only through international negotiations but also on school benches, school yards and sports fields, arts, and science education, and throughout life. Education in all its forms and dimensions, in and out of schools, shapes how we see the world and treat others, and it can and should be a pathway to constructing lasting peace.
The new text outlines what exactly needs to change in approaches to education and how. It defines 14 guiding principles that should shape the transformation of education systems in the decades to come. 194 UNESCO Member States unanimously agreed to the revised text and recommended it for adoption by the 42nd session of the UNESCO General Conference.
The Recommendation strongly emphasizes human rights and fundamental freedoms. It integrates issues central to achieving lasting peace in our era, such as sustainable development, climate change, respect for diversity, gender equality, and media and information literacy. It outlines concrete learning outcomes and priority action areas for holistically reshaping all aspects of education systems, from laws and policies to curricula development, teaching practices, learning environments, and assessment.
It can be used by all education stakeholders - from policy-makers and teachers to informal educators and tradition-bearers - as a baseline to transform their policies, practices, and approaches to build empathetic and inclusive learners. It brings education with the times, considering how the world has changed and will continue to evolve in the decades.
Source: UNESCO
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Photo: The Union Minister for Information & Broadcasting, Youth Affairs, and Sports, Shri Anurag Singh Thakur, felicitated eminent film personality Mrs. Madhuri Dixit Nene for her contribution to Bharatiya Cinema at the inaugural ceremony of the 54th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), in Goa on November 20, 2023.
Mumbai, India, November 20, 2023 — Madhuri Dixit was honored with the prestigious ‘Special Recognition for Contribution to Bharatiya Cinema’ Award at India’s 54th International Film Festival. Anurag Singh Thakur, the Union Minister for Information & Broadcasting and Youth Affairs & Sports, announced the award at the festival’s inaugural function in Panaji, Goa.
Madhuri Dixit is a celebrated actress with a career spanning over four decades and has significantly impacted the Indian film industry. She has received six Filmfare Awards and has been nominated for the Best Actress award fourteen times. The ‘Special Recognition for Contribution to Bharatiya Cinema’ Award is a testimony to her exceptional achievements and enduring influence on Indian cinema.
Source: Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India
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Photos: Sheynnis Palacio from Nicaragua was crowned the winner of the Miss Universe pageant held in El Salvador on November 19, 2023. Images provided by and copyright © The Miss Universe Organization.
El Salvador, November 19, 2023 — Sheynnis Palacio, a 23-year-old mental health activist and audiovisual producer from Managua, Nicaragua, was crowned the winner of the Miss Universe pageant held in El Salvador on November 19, 2023. Congratulations to Sheynnis!
Source: The Miss Universe Organization
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Congratulations NICARAGUA!! 🎉🌟 @Sheynnispalacios_of#72ndMISSUNIVERSE #MissUniverse2023 pic.twitter.com/HWVzHeSTS5
— Miss Universe (@MissUniverse) November 19, 2023
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Photos: Miss Universe contestants are arriving in El Salvador for the competition. Images credit: Miss Universe Organization.
El Salvador, November 13, 2023 — El Salvador is ready to welcome 86 candidates from various countries worldwide for the 72nd Miss Universe competition. The government has allocated a large budget to promote tourism in the country by hosting this event. Renowned for its stunning coastline, natural landscapes featuring volcanoes, and unique coffee, El Salvador will impress participants and viewers alike.
The Miss Universe Organization has announced the training schedule, activities, and rehearsals leading to the three shows. The 72nd Miss Universe Preliminary Competition will be streamed live on LiveBash on November 15, followed by the 72nd Miss Universe National Costume Show on November 16, and finally, the 72nd Miss Universe Competition Final on November 18. Olivia Culpo and Jeannie Mai will return to the Miss Universe stage to host the event, joined by Maria Menounos.
It is only the second time that the show will feature an all-female hosting team. Miss Universe has partnered with Carnival Cruise Line again, and one lucky candidate will receive the “Spirit of Carnival Award” along with a Carnival cruise vacation. Furthermore, Clarisse Designs will provide dresses for all 86 delegates to wear for the opening numbers of the preliminary and final competitions.
Shweta Sharda from Chandigarh, now settled in Mumbai, represents India.
El Salvador is a Central American country with a population of over 6 million people. Honduras borders it to the northeast, Guatemala to the northwest, and the Pacific Ocean to the south. San Salvador, the country’s capital, is also its largest city. El Salvador is known for its beautiful beaches, volcanoes, and natural landscapes, attracting tourists worldwide. The official language is Spanish.
Source: Miss Universe Organization
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Photo: Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, carries a significant message beyond its traditional symbolism. Its true essence lies in dispelling the inner darkness through the light of knowledge. The Gopi Diwali event, presented by KIA, took place in Times Square, New York City, and celebrated cultural diversity, equity, and inclusion. The event was aligned with the NYC Diwali school holiday and aimed to enlighten individuals, foster unity, love, peace, and harmony, and ultimately contribute to a more peaceful world. The occasion illuminated the attendees’ hearts and reminded them of the importance of looking inward and spreading positivity. (Image provided by & Copyright © Diwali at Times Square).
Photo: Only two New Year’s events are celebrated in Times Square, New York - one on December 31, and the other is the Indian festival of Diwali. (Image provided by & Copyright © Diwali at Times Square).
Photo: Shubha is a dynamic Indo-American singer and influencer making waves on the global music scene and capturing hearts with her talent and charisma. She graced the stage at the Lights Up at Times Square Diwali event in New York City. (Image provided by & Copyright © Diwali at Times Square).
Photo: Mika Singh, a renowned Indian Bollywood composer and top-charting singer, graced the Diwali event at Times Square, New York City. (Image provided by & Copyright © Diwali at Times Square).
NEW YORK, November 10, 2023 — Gopi Diwali at Times Square, presented by KIA, lit up the heart of Times Square, celebrating cultural diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The real message of Diwali is to dispel inner darkness through the light of knowledge. The festival of Diwali aims to illuminate the inner self and foster unity, enlightenment, love, peace, and harmony for a more peaceful world.
The Gopi Diwali at Times Square, presented by KIA, celebrated cultural diversity, equity, and inclusion. The New York City event brought together people from diverse backgrounds, prioritizing education to promote unity and diversity. It also included children, teaching them to be responsible citizens, compassionate individuals, and good neighbors.
During the event, the grand Diya lighting ceremony drew distinguished guests, including NYC Mayor Eric Adams, Senator Chuck Schumer, Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, Consul General of India Randhir Jaiswal, Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar, Justice Karen Gopee, and other esteemed dignitaries.
The festival showcased various performances representing different communities, including South Asian, Indo-Caribbean, Dominican Folk Dance, and Afro-Latino groups.
The Diwali festival in Times Square has been a tradition since 2013; this year, it celebrated the Diversity of India and America. NYC Mayor Eric Adams declared October 28 as Diwali Day, and the event honored outstanding individuals with awards.
The “Light Up Concert” featured Bollywood star Mika Singh, Indian American sensation Shuba, and local talents, exuberantly celebrating cultural diversity.
Diwali is all about spreading joy and expressing love and respect for your family, friends, and the community you live in. People decorate their homes during the festival, exchange sweets and gifts with their loved ones, and come together to celebrate.
Source: Diwali at Times Square
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• Diwali Greetings 2023
Wishing you and your family a bright and prosperous Diwali!
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The #VicksKholIndiaBol Cheer Anthem with Yuvraj Singh launched earlier this month showcases the power of India’s Voice Champions.
Joining forces with India Signing Hands, Vicks has created an Indian Sign Language version of the anthem for hearing-impaired cricket fans.
Photo: VicksKholIndiaBol sign language anthem.
MUMBAI, India, Oct. 31, 2023 — Vicks Cough Drops has launched an Indian Sign Language version of its #VicksKholIndiaBol Cheer Anthem. The brand collaborated with ‘India Signing Hands,’ an organization dedicated to promoting Education, Awareness, and Accessibility for the Deaf Community in India. The anthem features passionate fans from the community and cricket icon Yuvraj Singh himself grooving to the lyrics using Indian Sign Language. This initiative aims to ensure that no cheer goes unheard and the hearing-impaired cricket fans also get to enjoy the game.
Vicks offers a portfolio of trusted products used by millions of people in more than 74 countries and on five continents worldwide. The Vicks family includes - VapoRub, Xtra Strong VapoRub, BabyRub, Sinex, Formula 44, Inhaler, Action 500, NyQuil, DayQuil, VapoDrops, VapoCOOL and ZzzQuil. As one of the most globally recognized brands, Vicks has helped relieve cough, cold, and flu symptoms for generations. Headquartered in Cincinnati, OH, Vicks is owned and distributed by P&G (Procter & Gamble).
P&G serves consumers in India with one of the most robust portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Vicks ®, Ariel®, Tide®, Whisper®, Olay®, Gillette®, AmbiPur®, Pampers®, Pantene®, Oral-B®, Head & Shoulders®, and Old Spice®.
Source: Vicks
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Vicks Sign Language Anthem| Vicks Khol India Bol
Vicks Khol India Bol Original Anthem| Vicks Cough Drops
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Paris, October 31, 2023 — UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay has designated 55 cities to join the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) on World Cities Day. UNESCO recognized these new cities for their dedication to utilizing culture and creativity in their development strategies, as well as for their innovative approaches to human-centered urban planning. It brings the total number of cities in the network to 350, spanning over a hundred countries and seven creative fields: Crafts and Folk Art, Design, Film, Gastronomy, Literature, Media Arts, and Music.
The new members of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network are:
The UNESCO Creative Cities Network has added 55 new cities on World Cities Day, taking the total number of cities 350 across seven creative fields. The newly designated cities, recognized for their innovative approaches to human-centered urban planning and utilizing culture and creativity in their development strategies, will cooperate with network members to strengthen their resilience in the face of evolving threats such as climate change, rising inequality, and rapid urbanization.
These newly joined cities can participate in the 2024 UCCN Annual Conference under the theme “Bringing Youth to the table for the next decade.”
UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay applauded the creative cities for their leading role in enhancing access to culture and galvanizing the power of creativity for urban resilience and development.
Meanwhile, the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, has lauded UNESCO’s decision to include two Indian cities in its Creative Cities Network. Kozhikode has been designated as the ‘City of Literature,’ while Gwalior has been recognized as the ‘City of Music.’
Prime Minister Modi expressed his delight at this achievement and congratulated the people of Kozhikode and Gwalior. He emphasized that this recognition highlights India’s rich cultural heritage and demonstrates its commitment to preserving and promoting its diverse traditions.
According to the Prime Minister, these accolades result from the collective efforts of every individual who has contributed to nurturing and sharing India’s unique cultural narratives.
Source: UNESCO
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— The Editor is a Contributor to the Enhancement of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN).
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Photo: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Message for the Vigilance Awareness Week 2023 being observed in India. The Prime Minister has commended the institutions celebrating Vigilance Awareness Week and has encouraged them to continue their efforts throughout the year.
Source: Central Vigilance Commission
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New Delhi, October 30, 2023 — In light of the Indian cricket team’s ongoing winning streak in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, Mastercard has launched a special anthem that allows millions of cricket fans across the country to relive the 2011 victory.
The anthem features Mastercard’s brand ambassador and former World Cup-winning captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni reminiscing about the moments leading up to the historic win 12 years ago at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium. It showcases scores of fans cheering for the Men in Blue as they chased down Sri Lanka’s 275-run target to win the coveted trophy.
The anthem, powered by Mastercard’s iconic Sonic brand tune, has been created with the theme of “Har fan hai priceless” (every fan is priceless). It includes the former Indian skipper emphasizing that every cheer by cricket fans plays a significant role in lifting players’ spirits. The video also shows Dhoni remembering when all Indian fans in the stadium began chanting “Vande Mataram.”
Mastercard’s executive vice president and head of marketing & communications, Asia Pacific, Julie Nestor, said, “This anthem is a tribute by Mastercard to millions of India’s cricket fans who breathe life into the game. As ICC’s global partner for this year’s World Cup and a brand with a strong connection with Indian cricket, Mastercard is committed to providing memorable opportunities and experiences to fans. The undying spirit and depth of emotions exhibited by fans in every match that India plays are simply priceless.”
Source: Mastercard India
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Vande Mataram - Mastercard India Anthem - ICC Men’s CWC 2023
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Photos: The President and the Vice President of India sent messages for the Vigilance Awareness Week (October 30 to November 5, 2023) conducted by the Central Vigilance Commission.
New Delhi, October 30, 2023 — Vigilance Awareness Week is one of the Participative Vigilance initiatives of the Central Vigilance Commission in the fight against corruption. It is an awareness-building and outreach measure that aims to unite all the stakeholders. It creates greater sensitivity to the need for ethics and transparency in governance and public administration.
Through Vigilance Awareness Week, the Central Vigilance Commission endeavors to promote integrity and eradicate corruption with the active support and participation of all citizens. For the past three years, there has been a campaign up to the week with preventive vigilance initiatives as focus areas.
Source: Central Vigilance Commission
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Photo: A Leica Camera. Image provided by Leica.
San Jose, CA, October 28, 2023 — Leica has launched the M11-P camera, the world’s first with built-in Content Credentials.
It is a significant milestone for the Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI) and the future of photojournalism. The camera provides a new way for photojournalists and creatives to combat misinformation and bring authenticity to their work and consumers.
The Leica M11-P camera captures each image with secure metadata, including camera make and model, who captured the image, when, and how they did so. Each image captured will receive a digital signature, ensuring authenticity. It will help combat the rise of manipulated content and misinformation and ensure trust in the digital ecosystem.
Integrating the CAI framework in the Leica M11-P camera is a significant moment for trust and transparency for photographers and creatives. Content Credentials are seeing accelerated adoption worldwide, including among photojournalists, news outlets, creative professionals, everyday consumers, social media influencers, artists, and innovators.
Transparency at the point of capture is the most robust chain of authenticity.
The Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI) is a coalition of nearly 2,000 members, including Leica Camera, AFP, the Associated Press, the BBC, Getty Images, Microsoft, Reuters, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, USA Today, Nikon Camera and more, all working together to add a verifiable layer of transparency and trust to content online via secure metadata called Content Credentials.
GlobalGiants.Com is a Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI) Member.
Source: Leica, Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI)
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Photo: Rado appoints Katrina Kaif as global brand ambassador.
New Delhi, India, October 26, 2023 — Swiss watchmaker Rado has announced the appointment of Bollywood superstar Katrina Kaif as its Global Brand Ambassador to emphasize its commitment to precision, innovation, and craftsmanship.
Katrina Kaif perfectly embodies Rado’s values with her timeless beauty and international appeal. The announcement of this partnership accompanied a captivating campaign video that showcased the new Centrix watch, elegantly worn by Katrina.
This watch is designed to cater to the needs of the modern-day woman who believes in embracing the power of timeless moments and seizing every opportunity that comes her way. With Rado and Katrina Kaif collaborating, the future of style, innovation, and sophistication in luxury watches looks brighter.
Source: Rado
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• Katrina Kaif joins Rado as Global Brand Ambassador.
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Photos: Glimpses of Vijaya Dashami (Dussehra) celebrations at DDA ground in Dwarka, New Delhi, on October 24, 2023. Prime Minister Modi was present at the event.
New Delhi, October 24, 2023 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the “Ram Leela” at Dwarka in Delhi and witnessed the “Ravan Dahan” ceremony.
During the event, the Prime Minister spoke about the significance of Vijaydashimi, which symbolizes the triumph of justice over injustice, humility over arrogance, and patience over anger. He emphasized the importance of renewing pledges on this auspicious day.
The Prime Minister also mentioned the recent Chandrayaan landing and the tradition of Shastra Poojan, emphasizing that in India, weapons are used for defense, not annexation. He explained that Shakti Pooja represents the well-being and happiness of all creation and highlighted the eternal and modern aspects of Indian philosophy.
Speaking about the Ram Temple being built on Lord Ram’s birthplace, the Prime Minister said that it symbolizes the victory of the patience of Indians after centuries of waiting. He also mentioned that prayers at the temple on the next Ram Navmi will spread happiness worldwide. “Bhagawan Shri Ram bas aane hi wale hain,” the Prime Minister said, echoing the belief that Lord Ram’s arrival is imminent, citing signs similar to those described in Ramcharitmanas.
The Prime Minister emphasized that India is emerging as the world’s largest and most trusted democracy. He expressed his belief that India’s fortunes would rise after 75 years of independence and the arrival of Lord Ram under such auspicious signs.
Additionally, the Prime Minister emphasized the need to stay vigilant against forces that cause disharmony, casteism, and regionalism, which hinder India’s development. He called on everyone to pledge to end discrimination and evils in society.
Source: Prime Minister’s Office
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Extraordinary cultural extravaganza at Chandigarh University; cultural troupes of over 40 countries participate.
Photo: Artists from 40 countries participated in the International Dance & Music Festival at the Chandigarh University Campus. Image provided by Chandigarh University.
Chandigarh, India, October 23, 2023 — Chandigarh University hosted an International Music & Dance Festival that featured cultural troupes from over 40 countries.
Chandigarh University organized the event in collaboration with the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.
The International Music & Dance Festival hosted by Chandigarh University was a cultural exchange event to promote international culture and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. The event’s main objective was to build a more compassionate and harmonious society by bringing people from different parts of the world together in celebration.
The cultural troupes from Malaysia, Iraq, Kyrgyz Republic, Nepal, Bhutan, Kazakhstan, Lesotho, Romania, and Bangladesh dressed in colorful traditional attires showcased the beauty of their respective countries’ indigenous music and dance cultures. All the cultural troupes also participated in the CU campus procession - celebrating the diverse cultures and unity of diversity.
Meenakshi Lekhi, Union Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs and Culture, the chief guest on the occasion, said that Indian culture is the culture of science. Amit Sahai Mathur, program director of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), attended the event as the guest of honor.
The Chancellor of CU, Satnam Singh Sandhu, explained that the event’s purpose was to unite the world as one universal family. The grand occasion exhibited the diversity and unity of the world. He said it is crucial to promote the dignity of world culture and to involve our youth in this culture so that we can foster cultural ties and create a better world, adding that such events sow the seeds of peace and compassion among the youth.
The cultural troupe from Kazakhstan gave dance and music performances. Similarly, the visiting troupe from the Kyrgyz Republic, the ‘Ak-Niet’ dance ensemble, presented Kyrgyz folk dances. The cultural troupe from Bhutan performed the ‘Joenpa Legso.’ The team from Nepal performed the Dishka Dance and Jhijhiya Dance. The team from Lesotho performed the Mokhibo dance. The Sugam Karnatica group from Malaysia presented a traditional Malaysian music performance. ‘SUFLET - Soundscapes from the Carpathians and the Himalayas’ was the performance from Romania. A cultural troupe from Bangladesh presented their folk dances.
The event celebrated the friendship between countries and gave different countries a platform to come together and share their fascinating culture worldwide.
Source: Chandigarh University
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​Washington, DC, October 20, 2023 — Leadership scholars, faculty, students, and fellows from the University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies and research centers attended the International Leadership Association’s (ILA) 25th Global Conference, “Cultivating Leadership for a Thriving Future” in Vancouver, Canada from October 12-15.
The conference aimed to collectively create consequential disruptions with questions and inject new thinking into current leadership practices, policies, structures, research, and beliefs as participants worked to cultivate a thriving future. It offered attendees opportunities to commit to being in a community with a diverse group of learners and leaders worldwide as a leadership practice. The event offered hundreds of sessions, featured speakers, panels with presenters worldwide, in-person and live online, and professional networking opportunities.
The University of Phoenix researchers made notable contributions at this global conference. Hinrich Eylers, Ph.D., P.E., vice provost, College of Doctoral Studies, University of Phoenix, stated, “Our research centers cultivate leadership practices and vision, and it’s exciting to see so many of our scholars’ and practitioners’ research efforts highlighted at this event.”
ILA selected several researchers from the University of Phoenix to present their research at the conference. They included:
Sandra Sessoms-Penny, Ed.D., and Joy Taylor, Ed.D., both Center for Workplace Diversity and Inclusion Research (CWDIR) fellows. They presented “Transformational Leadership in K-12 Education Post-Pandemic.”
Louise Underdahl, Ph.D., fellow, Center for Educational and Instructional Technology (CEITR), presenting a poster on research with Katherine Temple Ed.S., Herman van **Niekerk, Ph.D., associate dean of instruction, College of Doctoral Studies, and others, “Promoting Entrepreneurship: DELTAs + Gumption + Roadmaps.”
Subhashis Nandy, Ph.D., MBA, associate faculty, College of Doctoral Studies, and Erik Bean, Ed.D., associate research chair, Center for Leadership and Organizational Studies Research (CLOSR), presenting “Transformational Leadership at Pfizer - A Case Study.”
Kimberly Underwood, Ph.D., chair, CWDIR, with Sessoms-Penny and Taylor, presenting “A Decade Later: Examining Millennial-Focused Stereotypes through the Lenses of Organizational Leaders.”
Rodney Luster, Ph.D., chair, CLOSR, leading a virtual interactive roundtable, “The Rise of the Stress Arc: Managing Rapid Onset of Change in Business Through Efficacious Strategy.”
Sessoms-Penny presenting research with Samira Ali, DPN, R.N., Sun Jones, DNP, R.N., FNP-BC, Systematic Plan for Evaluation and Curriculum leader, College of Nursing at University of Phoenix, and Marlene Blake, Ph.D., “Organizational Leadership Creating Social Capital and Belongingness for Employees.”
Blake, Sessoms-Penny, Patricia Battson, D.M., Underwood, Taylor, Jessica Flores, Ed.D., MBA, and Adrian Allen, DBA, presenting “How Higher Education Leaders Can Help Students Thrive by Building Belonging and Social Capital.”
The University of Phoenix’s College of Doctoral Studies research program is built around the Scholar, Practitioner, Leader Model, which puts students at the center of the Doctoral Education Ecosystem®. The program provides students with experts, resources, and tools to help prepare them to be leaders in their organization, industry, and community. Through this program, students and researchers work with organizations to conduct research they can apply in the workplace in real time.
The International Leadership Association (ILA), Washington, DC, is the most significant worldwide community committed to leadership scholarship, practice, development, and education, celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2023. The ILA convenes leadership talent across sectors, cultures, and disciplines to advance leadership knowledge and practice for a better world by creating a trusted learning space and resources.
Source: University of Phoenix
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— The Editor is an Active Member of the International Leadership Association (ILA).
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Photo: Comedian Nick Teplitz introduces the Miss Universe contestants during the Welcome Event at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, USA, on December 7, 2015. Image provided by & Copyright © The Miss Universe Organization, New York. Photographer: Matt Petit. [File Photo]
New York, October 20, 2023 — Miss Universe and Live Bash have teamed up to bring their fans the Preliminary Competitions and National Costume Shows for this year’s Miss Universe competition. Fans worldwide can watch these events exclusively at MissUniverse.LiveBash.com for a ticket price of $5.
Live Bash will be streaming both events. The Preliminary competition will appear live on the website on November 15, 2023, at 8 pm EST / 7 pm CST. This competition will feature delegates from 85+ countries competing in the Swimsuit and Evening Gown rounds in El Salvador.
Live Bash will stream The National Costume Competition live on November 16, 2023, at 9 pm EST / 8 pm CST. Each delegate will take the stage in a costume that embodies the spirit and traditions of their homeland. This show is not part of the official judging, but it will surely be fun for the audience!
The final Miss Universe competition will take place in El Salvador on November 18, 2023. Fans can check their local broadcast listings to find this event’s viewing option.
Kristin Patterson, CEO of Live Bash, expressed her excitement over the partnership, saying, “At Live Bash, we’re all about bringing fans experiences they love, so we are beyond thrilled to partner with Miss Universe this year to bring fans all over the world the opportunity to watch the preliminary competition and costume show.”
Source: Miss Universe Organization
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Photo: Indian Ambassador Taranjit Sandhu signs the Artemis Accords, as U.S. Department of State, Deputy Assistant Secretary for India, Nancy Jackson, left, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson, and Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) Space Counsellor Krunal Joshi, right, look on, Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at the Willard InterContinental Hotel in Washington. India is the 27th country to sign the Artemis Accords, establishing a practical set of principles to guide space exploration cooperation among nations participating in NASA’s Artemis program. Photo Credit: (NASA/Bill Ingalls).
WASHINGTON, October 18, 2023 — NASA has announced that it has selected 72 student teams to participate in an engineering design challenge. The challenge involves building human-powered rovers that will compete next April at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama.
The Human Exploration Rover Challenge will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2024. It invites high school, college, and university students to design, build, and test lightweight, human-powered rovers on an obstacle course that simulates lunar and Martian terrain. The teams will also be required to complete mission-focused science tasks.
These student teams come from various high schools, colleges, and universities. They represent 42 colleges and universities, 30 high schools from 24 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico in the USA, and 13 other countries worldwide. Student teams from High schools, colleges, and universities selected from India come from the following cities: Goa, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Faridabad, and Chandigarh.
NASA believes this authentic learning challenge will encourage students to improve their understanding of collaboration, inquiry, and problem-solving strategies. Vemitra Alexander, rover challenge activity lead, Office of STEM Engagement at NASA Marshall, stated that “improving these critical real-world skills will benefit our students throughout their academic and professional careers.”
During the nine-month challenge, students must complete design and safety reviews that mirror the process used by NASA engineers and scientists. The agency also has vehicle weight and size requirements, encouraging students to consider lightweight construction materials and stowage efficiency, as they will have to replicate similar payload restrictions to NASA launch operations.
Throughout the project year, teams will earn points by completing design reviews and fabricating a rover capable of meeting all criteria while completing course obstacles and mission tasks. The teams with the highest points accumulated throughout the year will win their respective divisions. The challenge will conclude with an April 19 and April 20, 2024, event at the U.S. Rocket and Space Center.
This competition is one of the nine Artemis Student Challenges and reflects the goals of NASA’s Artemis program, which includes landing the first woman and first person of color on the Moon. The NASA Southeast Regional Office of STEM Engagement at Marshall manages it. NASA uses challenges and competitions to encourage students to pursue degrees and careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
• NASA has selected the following 72 student teams to begin an engineering design challenge to build human-powered rovers that will compete next April at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, near the agency’s Marshall Space Flight Center:
Source: NASA
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The Director-General of UNESCO, Audrey Azoulay, designated Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) as the World Book Capital 2025.
Photo: Seaside view, Catacumba Park, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. UNESCO has named Rio de Janeiro as the World Book Capital for 2025. Image credit: Second-Half Travels.
Paris, October 12, 2023 — “Books are vital vehicles to access, transmit and promote education, science, culture and information worldwide. Thanks to books, we keep ourselves informed and entertained and can better understand our world. It is why UNESCO designates a World Book Capital each year. After Accra in 2023 and Strasbourg in 2024, I am pleased to announce the designation of Rio de Janeiro as the World Book Capital for 2025,” UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay announced.
UNESCO and the World Book Capital Advisory Committee commended Rio de Janeiro’s demonstration of the importance of its literary heritage alongside a clearly defined vision and action plan to promote literature, sustainable publishing, and reading among young people tapping into digital technologies. It was the first time a Portuguese-speaking city was designated World Book Capital.
Rio de Janeiro is a huge seaside city in Brazil. In line with priorities expressed in the World Book Capital Charter, Rio de Janeiro conceives its project as having the ability to affect social change - through, for example, literacy, education, and poverty eradication - and bring sustainable economic benefit linked to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
The year of celebrations will start on April 23, 2025, on World Book and Copyright Day.
Cities designated as UNESCO World Book Capitals undertake to promote books and reading for all ages and groups, within and across national borders, and to organize a program of activities for the year.
As the twenty-fifth city to bear the title since 2001, Rio de Janeiro follows:
The UNESCO World Book Capital Advisory Committee comprises representatives of the European and International Booksellers Federation (EIBF), the International Authors Forum (IAF), the International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA), the International Publishers Association (IPA), and UNESCO.
Source: UNESCO
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