MEFMI Presentation on Collaboration and Capacity Development with ATI and IMF
The Macroeconomic and Financial Management Institute of Eastern and Southern Africa (MEFMI) presented on their collaboration with the African Training Institute (ATI) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) at the 10th ATI Steering Committee meeting. The collaboration includes joint regional cours
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Enhancing Educational Resilience with RESTA Model
RESTA is an evidence-based intervention model designed to boost Educational Resilience in young individuals by involving educational staff. It differs from other support models by incorporating insights from educational resilience and trauma-responsive practices. Two underpinning models and RESTA pr
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Challenges and Progress in Chilean Infrastructure Development
The challenges of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in Chile within the framework of best practices and international standards are discussed, highlighting the need for long-term infrastructure planning and enhanced governance. The 2017 OECD Infrastructure Governance Review identified deficiencies
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Enhancing Urban Resilience in BRICS through Integrated Infrastructure and Sustainable Development
Dr. George Tsibani discusses the importance of water resilience, sustainable development goals, and the role of BRICS in fostering smart cities and rural-urban integration. The focus is on building resilience in urban water systems for economic growth and societal well-being. Solutions are proposed
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Cummins Supply Chain Resilience Session Overview
Explore how Cummins has invested in supply chain resilience after a major flood in 2008, including partnering with Horizonscan for a Supplier Resilience Program. Discover insights into their approach, benefits to suppliers, and the importance of supplier resilience. Follow their journey and internal
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Analysis of Contemporary Macroeconomic Issues in Papua New Guinea
Professor Stephen Howes, Director of Development Policy at Australian National University, presents his personal views on macroeconomic issues in Papua New Guinea. The focus is on the exchange rate regime and its management, excess liquidity, and fiscal policy. Various economic indicators point to c
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Community Resilience Project Kickoff Meeting Overview
The Community Resilience Project Kickoff Meeting in Oakland aims to introduce the project, discuss tasks related to local roadmaps for community resilience, outline project milestones, roles, and responsibilities, and establish clear outcomes for the project team. Participants will understand the pr
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Understanding Stress and Resilience in Older Adults
Explore the complex interplay between stress and resilience in older adults, examining models of physical and neurological resilience, recovery trajectories after hip fracture, and dynamic indicators of resilience. Considerations include psychosocial resilience factors like external support, social
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Understanding Resilience and Its Importance in Overcoming Adversity
Resilience is the ability to bounce back from challenges and grow stronger. It is crucial for processing hardships, managing emotions, and avoiding unhealthy coping mechanisms. Real-world examples like Colonel Sanders and Paralympian Michael McKillop show how resilience is key to achieving success d
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Poland's Recovery and Resilience Plan Overview
Poland's Recovery and Resilience Plan aims to drive green and digital transitions, enhance resilience in various sectors, and support companies and SMEs for economic recovery. The plan includes key reforms and investments in energy, transport, buildings, climate adaptation, digitalization, public ad
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Building Resilience and Dealing with Stress: A University Guide
Explore the concept of resilience, signs of stress, and practical strategies to manage stress while navigating university life. Reflect on challenges, create supportive connections, and improve personal resilience through actionable plans. Remember, resilience is about bouncing back, working through
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Driving Export Growth and Business Resilience in Cheshire and Warrington
Increasing growth ambition and business resilience in Cheshire and Warrington by championing exporting as a route to local business growth. Focusing on inspiring and nurturing an inclusive community of growth-minded exporting businesses to boost local economy resilience. Initiatives include fosterin
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Building Resilience: A Guide for Families
Explore examples of adversity and the importance of resilience. Learn what resilience is, how it can be developed, and why it matters. Discover ways parents and caregivers can assist children in building resilience through practical strategies. Myth versus reality around resilience is debunked, emph
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Building Resilience and Confidence: A Guide to Overcoming Anxiety
Explore strategies to boost confidence, enhance resilience, and manage anxiety in academic and personal life. Learn valuable tips on time management, financial matters, and seeking additional support. Discover the art of confidence, academic resilience, effective study techniques, and self-care prac
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Disaster Resilience Strategy in Developing Countries Vulnerable to Natural Disasters
The IMF's policy paper highlights key challenges faced by small states in building resilience, such as under-investment and donor support post-disaster rather than pre-disaster. The Disaster Resilience Strategy (DRS) emphasizes three pillars for intervention: post-disaster resilience, financial resi
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Understanding Resilience: Coping and Thriving in Challenging Times
Resilience is the key to maintaining well-being in difficult situations, helping us cope with life's challenges and adapt to adversity. It plays a crucial role in protecting mental health and can be developed by anyone regardless of personal history. Learn about risk and protective factors, reflect
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Deploying Transportation Resilience Practices: Tools and Insights
Develop tools for fostering a resilience-focused culture in state DOTs through literature review, case studies, and feedback. Explore various definitions of resilience, including organizational perspective, and key observations from the Transportation Resilience Innovations Summit. Emphasize the imp
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Finland's Recovery and Resilience Plan for Europe: Overview of Key Initiatives
Finland's Recovery and Resilience Plan focuses on addressing challenges identified in CSR reports through a balanced response that promotes growth, resilience, and social impact. Key areas include green and digital transitions, resilience in health and social care, competitiveness and growth, and ed
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Understanding Hybrid Threats and Resilience through Civil Preparedness
Exploring the concept of hybrid threats that combine external threats and internal vulnerabilities, this academic viewpoint by Ramon Loik emphasizes the importance of civil preparedness in building resilience against crises. It delves into aspects such as target selection, active influencing, and th
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Understanding the RIMA-II Model for Resilience Measurement in Agricultural Development
The RIMA-II model offers an innovative quantitative approach to measuring resilience in the context of food insecurity. It provides a framework for understanding how households cope with shocks and stressors, enabling effective assistance for vulnerable populations to build food secure and resilient
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Building Resilience: Stories of Strength and Perseverance
Resilience is the ability to bounce back from adversity, believe in oneself, and keep going despite challenges. Through examples of J.K. Rowling and Justin Bieber, we learn the power of resilience in facing obstacles with determination and positivity.
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One Billion Coalition for Resilience in Southeast Asia - Building Global Partnerships
The One Billion Coalition for Resilience (1BC) is a commitment to support one billion people in becoming more resilient by 2025. Through partnerships with public and private actors, academics, and local communities, the Red Cross Red Crescent is advancing global resilience agendas, with a focus on d
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Exploring Resilience in Computer Science Education: A Preliminary Study
This study examines the relationship between resilience and effective learning in Computer Science education using the Grit Scale and Nicholson McBride Resilience Quotient. Research methods, findings, and implications are presented based on data from a first-year BSc/MComp cohort, with insights into
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Challenges and Resilience of Evaluation Associations: Insights from VOPEs
Despite the growing number of registered VOPEs worldwide, there are significant challenges faced by Evaluation Associations, including tensions between standardization and specificity, balancing diverse interests, and adapting to external pressures. Key observations highlight the need for stronger r
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Insights into Building Evaluator Resilience for Effective Evaluation Programs
Explore topics on evaluator resilience, incorporating training insights, and the importance of ethical-behavioral approaches in evaluation. Understand the challenges, paradoxes, and strategies for building resilience to navigate complexities in evaluation practice. Learn from examples of insufficien
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Jamaica's National Public Health System Resilience Audit Report
Jamaica's institutional framework for public health system resilience was assessed in a performance audit report. The audit focused on evaluating the country's capacity to ensure resilience in the public health system and progress in building a strong and resilient healthcare system. Key areas of fo
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Enhancing Inter-Communal Resilience Through VISTAS Program
VISTAS (Viable Support to Transition and Stability) is a six-year program in South Sudan aiming to mitigate communal violence and tensions in critical areas. The program defines resilience as communities managing conflict peacefully, fostering positive relationships for prosperous livelihoods and in
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Complaints Handling Procedures at Macroeconomic and Financial Management Institute
Effective complaints handling is essential for feedback and improvement in financial services. Learn about the benefits, principles, and responsibilities involved in managing complaints at the Macroeconomic and Financial Management Institute of Eastern and Southern Africa.
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Strategic Programme Plan for 2024 Focused on Economic Development and Sustainability
The proposed programme plan for 2024 outlines strategic tracks including strengthening macroeconomic policy, enhancing resilience through climate action, and boosting the implementation of key initiatives. It aims to support private sector development, regional integration, data and statistics, and
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Progress Report on Regional Integration in Africa
The document presents an assessment of progress on regional integration in Africa, highlighting challenges and achievements in advancing integration agendas. It emphasizes the importance of regional integration, particularly in the context of the AfCFTA, to foster economic transformation and resilie
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Inclusive Community Resilience Technical Advisory Group Meeting Spring 2016
Inclusive Community Resilience focuses on channeling resources to communities and households, promoting citizen engagement, community empowerment, gender and social inclusion. The operational approach integrates citizen engagement, gender, and social inclusion into activities, mainstreams Disaster R
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Understanding Resilience in Food Security Shocks
Resilience in the context of food security shocks involves the ability of individuals, households, communities, and systems to bounce back and recover from various stressors. This resilience is crucial in regions facing continuous crises like the Horn of Africa and the Sahel, where factors beyond we
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Understanding Resilience: A Comprehensive Exploration
Resilience is portrayed as a dynamic process rather than an inherent trait, accessible to all individuals. The capacity for resilience can be developed and harnessed through various resources and support systems. This narrative delves deep into the ordinary yet powerful aspects of resilience, emphas
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Exploring Indigenous Resilience in Native Communities
This content delves into the concept of resilience within Native American communities, discussing factors that contribute to individual and cultural resilience, as well as examining risk and protective factors. It highlights the importance of cultural identity, spirituality, and positive relationshi
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Building Resilience Through Healthy Habits: Sleep, Nutrition, and Self-Care
Cultivating resilience through impactful habits like prioritizing quality sleep, nourishing food choices, and meaningful breaks for self-care. Understanding the connection between sleep, mental health, immunity, gut health, and overall well-being. Embracing strategies for resilience such as a balanc
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Estimation of Aggregate Demand and Supply Shocks Using Commodity Transaction Data
This study presented at Hitotsubashi-RIETI Workshop analyzes demand and supply shocks using commodity transaction data. By estimating elasticity parameters and examining movements in price and quantity, the research identifies negative supply shocks post-global financial crisis and after 2013. The p
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Understanding the IS-LM Model for Macroeconomic Analysis
The IS-LM model, discussed in Chapter 12 of Macroeconomics, helps analyze how an economy responds to policy changes and shocks in the short run. By understanding the IS and LM curves and their intersection, we can evaluate short-run macroeconomic outcomes for real interest rates (r) and real output
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Highlights of Regional Community Safety and Resilience Forum 2014
In 2014, the Regional Community Safety and Resilience Forum made significant achievements in disaster management and health integration. Key accomplishments included training sessions, distribution of disaster preparedness kits, and pilot projects in villages. The forum also emphasized cross-cutting
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Building Resilience: From Stress to Strength
Psychological resilience allows individuals to bounce back from stress, adversity, and change effectively. This book by Gaynor Parkin delves into what promotes resilience, highlighting the importance of everyday habits and exercises in building resilience. The evidence presented covers the role of p
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Understanding Policy Pro-cyclicality in Macroeconomic Theory
Delve into the concept of policy pro-cyclicality in macroeconomic theory through the insights shared by Jeffrey Frankel at a seminar at Harvard Economics Department. Explore examples of pro-cyclicality in developing countries, euro periphery countries, and US political scenarios, along with discussi
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