Practical Information for ITU Meeting in Managua, Nicaragua
Practical information for the upcoming ITU Meeting of Study Group 2 Regional Group for the Americas in Managua, Nicaragua from 25-29 March 2019. Details include meeting venue, transportation, registration, visa information, and recommended hotels for participants. Registration, badge collection, and
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Stories of Gender-Based Violence and Harassment in the Workplace
Stories shared by women facing gender-based violence and harassment at their workplaces - from domestic workers in Hong Kong to factory employees in Nicaragua and a young woman from Gabon - shedding light on the challenges they endure, from sexual harassment to psychological abuse.
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Petroleum Exploration Activities in Nicaragua: A Comprehensive Overview
Nicaragua has a rich history of petroleum exploration, with activities dating back to 1930. The country has seen significant seismic acquisition and drilling efforts both onshore and offshore in the Caribbean and Pacific regions. Wells drilled in Nicaragua have shown promising oil and gas indication
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Public Prosecutor of Nicaragua: Upholding Justice for Victims
The Public Prosecutor of Nicaragua, established by Law No. 346, is an independent institution dedicated to the prosecution of crimes and representing the interests of society and crime victims. Subordinate to Nicaragua's Legal Framework, it ensures effective judicial protection under principles of i
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Improving Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene in Nicaraguan Health Care Facilities
In Nicaragua, efforts are being made to assess and enhance water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) conditions in health care facilities. A baseline study is planned to address the availability and quality of WASH services. Underserved rural areas are targeted for improvement. Initiatives include devel
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Gender Capacity in Nicaragua: Current Status and Future Prospects
The report discusses an objective gender capacity assessment in Nicaragua, focusing on analyzing current gender capacities and designing tailored interventions for sustainable development. It highlights tools used, partners assessed, and the context in Nicaragua and other countries. Challenges in ge
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Overview of Social Security in Nicaragua
The Social Security system in Nicaragua includes various types of insurance such as comprehensive, mandatory, and optional pensions for old age, disability, orphan, and widow, as well as health services and allowances. The number of active insured individuals, pensioners, and people covered by INSS
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Nicaraguan Stove Project: Improving Lives Through Eco-Friendly Stoves
Nicaraguan Stove Project, a volunteer team from Southwestern Ontario, aims to enhance the quality of life in less advantaged countries like Nicaragua. They focus on tackling the health hazards caused by traditional stoves in the region by introducing eco-friendly stoves. These stoves have shown posi
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Global Public Health Brigades Nicaragua 2018 Trip Highlights
The Global Public Health Brigades 2018 trip in Nicaragua involved constructing sanitation stations for families, digging trenches for clean water access, and collaborating with local artisans. Reflections included cultural exchanges and bonding with brigade members. The importance of these brigades
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Site Selection Process in Nicaragua's Value Chain: Workshop Insights
Workshop held in Managua, August 2013, highlighted the rationale and criteria for site selection in Nicaragua's value chain projects. The process involved defining target zones, spatial stratification, scoring potential sites based on hard and soft criteria, and selecting final sites for project imp
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