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Tips and Tricks for Using Create Lists in Sierra

Discover valuable insights on tips, best practices, and shortcuts for optimizing your use of Create Lists in Sierra, presented by Stacey Wolf from the University of North Texas at #IUG2021. Learn about tools, functions, and innovative uses of Create Lists beyond Sierra's functionalities. Explore rec

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India-Sierra Leone Relations: A Flourishing Partnership

India and Sierra Leone's relationship goes beyond diplomacy, encompassing economic, cultural, and educational ties. Indian companies have made significant investments in Sierra Leone, indicating a growing business interest. Sierra Leone offers a stable environment for investors with opportunities in

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Progress Report on European Union-Funded Project in Karene District, Sierra Leone

The joint progress report highlights the implementation of the Empowered Karene District Council for Efficient Service to Citizens project funded by the European Union. The report covers activities such as internet installation, training of rice farmers in agronomic practices, support for farmer gro

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Scorecard on Mandatory Information Disclosure under 2016 Public Financial Management Act

The Scorecard on Mandatory Information Disclosure analyzes compliance with the 2016 Public Financial Management Act in Sierra Leone. The report shows that 23% of required documents are not produced, 24% of produced documents are not published, and highlights key findings to improve transparency and

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Exploring Citizen Participation in Sierra Leone's Budget Process

The budget process in Sierra Leone has evolved over the years to include citizen participation through hearings and bilateral discussions. From 2005 to date, legislative acts and frameworks have been put in place to facilitate engagement, ensuring citizen input in budget decisions. This engagement a

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Enhancing Inclusive Growth and Environmental Sustainability in Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone, with abundant natural resources, faces economic and social challenges, high youth population, extreme poverty, and climate change vulnerabilities. The Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Environment Cluster aims to promote natural resource governance for economic growth while preserving t

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Strategic Priorities for Sustainable Electricity Generation in Sierra Leone

The Ministry of Energy in Sierra Leone has outlined strategic priorities to ensure sustainable electricity generation and supply in the short, medium, and long term. Key actions include implementing an integrated electricity plan, identifying externally funded projects for power supply, and addressi

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Healthy Longevity Dashboard for Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone faces challenges in life expectancy and healthcare access, with high rates of child and maternal mortality. The Healthy Longevity dashboard aims to monitor and guide investments in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and health longevity by tracking indicators across various domains in the

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Insights on Excess Mortality and COVID-19 Prevalence in Bo City, Sierra Leone

Study by the HEAL-SL team examines excess mortality during the COVID-19 pandemic in Bo City, Sierra Leone. Findings suggest potential underreporting of COVID-related deaths and highlight the importance of seroprevalence studies in understanding the impact of the virus. The research includes analysis

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Vega Partner Program Overview and Development Timeline

Explore the Vega Partner Program overview, development updates, and project timeline. Learn about Vega's solutions, including Discovery, Patron Engagement Tools, Analytics, and more. CCS has signed on as a development partner for Vega Discover. Get insights into the general availability for Sierra s

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Preparing Sierra Leone's Youth for the Digital Future: Insights from PASET Forum

Changes in higher education and TVET courses in Sierra Leone are being discussed to align with the Fourth Industrial Revolution and digital economy. The country plans to introduce new teaching methodologies, incorporate technology in course delivery, and enhance digital skills in key sectors. Collab

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Sierra Leone Government's Risk Communication and Community Engagement Updates

Sierra Leone's government is actively engaged in community outreach and awareness efforts regarding COVID-19 and Ebola, including stakeholder meetings, radio discussions, and addressing trending rumors to dispel misinformation. Activities range from sensitization campaigns to waste management facili

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Understanding Interest Groups in Politics

Interest groups are organizations of people with shared policy goals who seek to influence the policy process without fielding candidates for office. They operate in various arenas and specialize in particular policy areas. Examples include AARP, Sierra Club, NAACP, ACLU, and NRA among thousands in

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Water Point Mapping Survey in Sierra Leone

The Water Point Mapping survey in Sierra Leone reveals that while there has been progress in mapping and improving water points, there are still challenges in ensuring sustainability and functionality. Issues such as seasonal water points, inadequate attention to service payments, and the need for e

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Exploring Physician-Assisted End-of-Life Options and California Social Workers

Leonor Sierra, a candidate for MSW at Stanislaus State University, delves into the topic of physician-assisted end-of-life options and the preparedness of California social workers. The discussion covers the legality, debate, and societal perspectives surrounding end-of-life choices, highlighting th

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Advancing Clean Energy Transition in Illinois: Sierra Club's Ready for 100 Campaign Update

Sierra Club's Ready for 100 campaign in Illinois highlights the progress in clean energy initiatives, such as utility-scale wind and solar projects, job creation, and the Future Energy Jobs Act. The focus now shifts to empowering local communities to lead the way towards achieving 100% clean, equita

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Executive Order 80 and The Green New Deal in North Carolina

North Carolina's Executive Order 80 aims to combat climate change through initiatives like reducing energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and increasing zero-emission vehicles. The order establishes plans and a council to address climate change effectively. The development process for the Cl

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Request for Declaratory Ruling Regarding Groundwater Contamination in North Carolina

Cape Fear River Watch, Sierra Club, Waterkeeper Alliance, and Western North Carolina Alliance have petitioned the EMC for a declaratory ruling concerning the application of groundwater rules to coal ash lagoons. They seek clarification on the 2L Rule's requirements for corrective action and source e

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Corruption and Accountability in Food Aid Management

Corruption in humanitarian aid, particularly in the management of food aid commodities, deprives the most vulnerable of essential resources, hindering the noble goal of saving lives during crises. Examples from the Liberia-Sierra Leone refugee crisis shed light on the rampant corruption, where benef

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Regulations for Seasonally Closed Areas off Puerto Rico

Developing compatible regulations for three seasonally closed areas off Puerto Rico - Bajo de Sico, Tourmaline Bank, and Abrir la Sierra. These regulations address fishing restrictions, gear bans, and seasonal closures in both federal and state waters to manage fishery resources effectively. The mea

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Progress Report of Sierra Leone Constitutional Review Committee

The Sierra Leone Constitutional Review Committee was established in July 2013 to review the 1991 Constitution. The committee aims to develop a revised constitution for adoption by Parliament. The report outlines baseline indicators, targets, and achievements from July 2013 to March 2014, including c

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Med-Express Transport: Wheelchair Transportation Services

Med-Express Transport, a division of Sierra Medical Service Alliance, provides wheelchair transportation services with a focus on relieving the burden on the emergency 911 system. With over 70 years of experience in EMS, they offer a range of services including local and long-distance transports, wh

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Fisheries Management Regulations for Bajo de Sico, Tourmaline, and Abril la Sierra

Regulations for Bajo de Sico include a 6-month closure allowing trolling for specified species, restrictions on fishing gear, habitat protection measures, and fishing limitations. Similarly, Tourmaline and Abril la Sierra have seasonal closures with specific rules for lobster fishing and anchoring t

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Strengthening Climate Information and Early Warning Systems in Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone faces increasing climate-related hazards such as droughts, floods, and severe storms, impacting vital sectors like agriculture and infrastructure. This project aims to enhance the country's hydro-meteorological services, improve climate information delivery, and strengthen early warning

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Explore North America: Geography and Landmarks

Discover the geography of North America through images and maps. Learn about the diverse climate, resources, and locations of countries like the USA and Canada. Identify prominent features such as Denali, Aleutian Islands, Great Plains, and major rivers. Explore the Rocky Mountains, Sierra Nevada Mo

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Dating Topography of the Sierra Nevada, California with Apatite (U-Th)/He Ages

Utilizing apatite (U-Th)/He ages, this study explores the topography of the Sierra Nevada in California. By analyzing age variations between ridges and valleys, researchers estimate the timing of incision and total relief of the mountain range. Results suggest minimum age of river incision as 70-80

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Climate-Sensitive Tree Growth Modeling in Sierra Nevada Ecoregion

This project focuses on climate-sensitive individual tree growth models for the Sierra Nevada Ecoregion, aiming to provide accurate projections for forest adaptation and mitigation research. Collaborators and researchers utilize a sophisticated model structure to evaluate the impact of climate chang

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EAtHC 3-Year Workplan 2021-2023 Report to CBSC19

This report outlines the workplan for the period 2021-2023 under the EAtHC initiative, discussing technical visits, seminars, and training programs in various coastal states. Led by Shom and other organizations, the plan includes visits to countries like Côte d'Ivoire, Congo, Senegal, Morocco, Beni

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Learning from Research to Improve Health Delivery in Sierra Leone

Challenges in health delivery in Africa include low uptake of cost-effective prevention, leading to underinvestment in healthcare. Research suggests making prevention convenient and cost-effective can improve uptake. Lessons learned from post-war recovery highlight the importance of incentivizing pa

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Resilient Water Management in San Pedro River, Arizona

The New Mexico Water Dialogue on January 9, 2020, highlighted the importance of sustainable water practices in managing the San Pedro River in Arizona. The discussion revolved around social, economic, and environmental factors affecting water management, emphasizing the need to maintain water qualit

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Infrastructure Improvement Rate Study for Former Mid-Sierra Water Utility Customers

The Tahoe City Public Utility District board authorized a rate study for infrastructure improvements for former Mid-Sierra Water Utility customers in the Tahoe Cedars and Madden Creek Water Systems. The study aims to develop a long-term funding strategy, complete water and sewer rate assessments, an

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macOS Administration Insights at Young Harris College

Exploring the journey of macOS administration at Young Harris College post-High Sierra, including the college's background, timeline of Mac developments, High Sierra changes, macOS Server 5.6 updates, challenges in imaging and NetBoot, provisioning new devices, Apple School Manager, and macOS redepl

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Event-Based Race Detection in Android Apps Using SIERRA

The research discusses the significance of detecting event-based races in Android applications due to concurrency issues. It emphasizes the prevalence of such bugs in high-severity Android issues and motivates the need for static detection methods. The proposed approach, SIERRA, is introduced as the

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Cosmogenic Chlorine-36 Chronology for Glacial Deposits at Bloody Canyon

Analyzing deposits from mountain glaciers using the cosmogenic chlorine-36 dating method in Bloody Canyon, Eastern Sierra Nevada. The study correlates the timing of glaciations with global ice volume peaks, showing agreement with marine oxygen isotope records. Boulder ages indicate rapid responses o

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Montana State Clean Snowmobile Challenge 2019 Innovative Design Presentation

A detailed overview of the innovative design presentation from the 2019 Sierra Institute Clean Snowmobile Challenge at Montana State University. The presentation covers various advancements including a dual catalytic converter system, flex-fuel compatibility, snow flap modification, and more. The te

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Life Members and Their Commitment in Sierra Nevada Region

Explore the involvement and dedication of life members like Joan Andreas, Ava Atkins, Jacque Brown, Ester Greenhaigh, and many more in Sierra Nevada Region. Their encouragement, commitment, and investment depict a strong sense of community and support within various chapters like SI Auburn, SI Carso

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