Augusta Corporate Park Valencia Way Widening Project 2023
The Development Authority of Augusta, GA seeks RAISE Grant funds to widen Valencia Way in Augusta Corporate Park, attracting new tenants and creating jobs.
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ESRC Grand Union DTP Studentship: Benefits and Eligibility
Explore the ESRC Grand Union DTP for doctoral training partnerships. Learn about benefits, eligibility, structures, and widening participation in PGR research. Discover pathways, awards, and application assessments.
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Understanding the Urgency of Adaptation Planning and Financing for Climate Change
Exploring the critical need for adaptation planning and financing through National Adaptation Plans (NAPs) and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) to address the adverse impacts of climate change. The content highlights the gaps, challenges, and the widening finance deficit in developing coun
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NIGERIA/CHINA JUNCAO TECHNOLOGY CENTER
The Nigeria-China Juncao Technology Center explores the applications of Juncao technology and its contribution to achieving sustainable agriculture and the Sustainable Development Goals in Africa. Despite Nigeria's significant agricultural sector, challenges persist such as a widening agricultural t
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WHEDA State Small Business Credit Initiative 2.0 Overview
WHEDA, the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority, collaborates with various entities to provide low-cost financing programs aimed at stimulating the state's economy. Through initiatives like the Loan Participation Program (LPP), Collateral Support Program (CSP), and Capital Access Pro
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Understanding Participation Requests in Community Development
Participation Requests offer community groups the opportunity to have a greater say in decisions and services that impact their community. They enable people to engage, voice their opinions, influence policy development, and seek alternatives for better outcomes. These requests are outcome-focused a
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Understanding Worker Participation in Management for Enhanced Organizational Effectiveness
Worker Participation in Management (WPM) involves workers in decision-making processes, leading to increased understanding, productivity, commitment, and the opportunity for self-expression. Dr. Pushpa Mishra, an Assistant Professor at Jain Vishva Bharati Institute, Ladnun, explains the concepts, fe
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Supporting New Healthcare Support Workers: Pathways and Training Opportunities at NHFT
NHFT offers a range of pathways and training opportunities for individuals looking to start a career in healthcare support. From value-based job adverts to widening participation pathways and partnership working with Indeed and The Princes Trust, candidates can access support, training, and career p
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Revised Approach for Distributed Energy Resource Aggregations in Wholesale Markets
Revised market design approach to comply with Order No. 2222 requires ISOs/RTOs to allow distributed energy resources to provide wholesale services. The focus is on areas like Energy and Ancillary Services Markets Participation, Metering and Telemetry Requirements, DERA Registration Coordination, an
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FERC Order No. 841 Compliance Details for Electric Storage Participation in Markets
The content discusses FERC Order No. 841 compliance requirements for electric storage resources in RTO/ISO markets. It covers the additional compliance requirements, such as metering rules, retail service provision, transmission charges, and market participation rules. ISO New England's proposed res
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Participation of Distributed Energy Resource Aggregations in Wholesale Markets: Compliance with Order No. 2222
The presentation outlines the high-level market design approach by ISO New England to comply with Order No. 2222, allowing distributed energy resources to provide wholesale services. It covers compliance directives, participation models, metering requirements, registration coordination, operational
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Gender-Responsive Fiscal Policies and Female Labor Force Participation
Despite persistent gender gaps in labor force participation and wages, various fiscal policy measures have been adopted globally since the mid-1980s to address these disparities. Understanding the impact of gender-responsive fiscal policies on female labor force participation, economic growth, incom
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GCSE Physical Education Revision Guide
This GCSE revision guide covers key topics in Physical Education, focusing on engagement patterns, factors influencing participation, strategies for promoting participation, and the impact of commercialisation on sport. It explores current trends in physical activity, considerations for different so
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Introduction to the Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP)
The Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP) is a nationally representative, longitudinal survey providing data on income dynamics, government program participation, and social contexts of U.S. households. The SIPP aims to evaluate annual and sub-annual changes in income, program participat
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Enhancing Fiscal Policy Planning through Public Participation and Transparency
Explore the importance of public participation and meaningful transparency in fiscal policy planning and public expenditure management. Learn about the GIFT Network, its champions and stewards, and how fiscal transparency and public participation can lead to improved fiscal and development outcomes
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Understanding Public Opinion and Political Participation
Public opinion and political participation are influenced by various factors such as financial interests, family, education, and party identification. Measuring public opinion accurately through scientific surveys is crucial in a democracy. Traditional participation methods like voting and civic vol
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Enhancing Student Participation in Academic Development
Class participation plays a crucial role in improving critical thinking, active learning, and professional development. However, incentivizing and grading student participation pose challenges such as unclear criteria and individual differences. Strategies to enhance student involvement include moti
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Empowering Child Athletes: Enhancing Participation in Sports
Empower child athletes by actively involving them in decision-making processes within sports, transitioning from mere lip service to meaningful engagement. Dr. Mel Lang leads a webinar discussing the importance of youth participation, benefits, challenges, and initiatives for building a culture that
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Palm Coast United Methodist Church PLDRB Rezoning Hearing Overview
Palm Coast United Methodist Church is seeking to rezone 6.2 acres of land for potential commercial development, while planning to use the remaining 16 acres for new church facilities. The church conducted a Neighborhood Information Meeting to address concerns such as the possibility of a gas station
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Understanding Participation in Physical Activity among People with Disabilities
The Ph.D. project explores the relationship between engaging in physical activity and various aspects of everyday life for individuals with physical disabilities. It emphasizes the significance of participation in social practices and how it influences both subjective and objective experiences. The
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Kentucky's Highway Plan Development and Improvement Overview
Kentucky's highway plan involves capturing needs and translating them into projects, with a focus on larger highway improvement projects like safety improvements, road widening, reconstruction, new interchanges, and routes. The process includes project development planning to address operational and
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Promoting Socioeconomic Participation of Women with Disabilities for an Equal Future
In the world of work, diversity and inclusion play crucial roles in promoting socioeconomic participation of women with disabilities to achieve an equal future. This webinar focuses on understanding the gender dynamics, power relations, and barriers faced by women and men with disabilities in econom
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Understanding the Cost of Living Crisis: Insights and Implications
The cost of living crisis in the UK, driven by high inflation and stagnant wages, has worsened due to recent events like the conflict in Ukraine and pandemic repercussions. This has led to a significant impact on disposable incomes, widening inequalities, and psychological effects. Organizations lik
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Economic Impacts of COVID-19: April 2021 Update
The monthly briefing on the economic impacts of COVID-19 provides the latest insights, focusing on Herefordshire's economy. Despite the easing of lockdown restrictions, data suggests a mixed impact, with some sectors faring better than others. National and international research indicates potential
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Exploring the Impact of Board Settings and Instructor Interventions on Student Participation and Engagement
This study delves into the effects of board settings and instructor interventions on student engagement and participation. Insights are drawn from Yellowdig's paradigm shift in discussions, the influence of point systems, a design framework for fostering participation, and student actions measured a
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Exploring Children's Participation and Rights in Decision-Making
The participation of children and young people in decision-making processes is crucial, with an emphasis on providing opportunities for them to express their views, make choices, and influence programs. This concept has gained prominence in policy and legislation, aided by the UNCRC. However, challe
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2016/17 Postgraduate Loan Information and Eligibility Overview
The content provides detailed information about the Postgraduate Loan scheme available in the 2016/17 academic year in the UK. It covers aspects such as eligibility criteria, loan amounts, the purpose of the loan, and support for students pursuing postgraduate Master's courses. The introduction sect
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CR-GR-HSE-425 vs. Chapter 13 of CR-MS-HSEQ-202: Work at Height Requirements Comparison
CR-GR-HSE-425 introduces new requirements for work at height, such as lowering the height of fall, widening risk considerations, managing removable guardrails, restricting the use of ladders as workstations, addressing the risk of dropped objects, implementing work permits, and ensuring rescue plans
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Addressing Financial Barriers to Field Education: True Cost of Participation
Exploring the financial barriers hindering participation in field education, this project delves into the costs associated with field work trips and the impact on student involvement. Lack of adequate gear, safety hazards, and quality of trips are highlighted as potential barriers. The study aims to
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Comprehensive Analysis of Facilities and Building Envelope for Improvement
The analysis delves into areas such as parking lots, traffic flow, walkways, outdoor equipment, lighting, playgrounds, landscaping, roofs, walls, windows, and doors to identify necessary improvements and address safety concerns. Suggestions include repainting and repaving parking lots, enhancing tra
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Sitka Sawmill Creek Road Resurfacing and Pedestrian Improvements Project
Alaska DOT&PF is working on the Sitka Sawmill Creek Road Resurfacing and Pedestrian Improvements Project to enhance the road infrastructure. The project includes reconstructing pavement, redesigning intersections, installing a new storm drain system, and improving pedestrian facilities. Proposed opt
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The Divided States of America: A Look at Party Polarization
The images depict the growing party polarization in American politics, showing the widening gap between Republicans and Democrats since the 1980s. The data visualizations illustrate how the ideological divide has evolved over the years, culminating in high levels of animosity and competition between
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Evolutionary Educational Psychology: Understanding the Gap Between Folk and Secondary Knowledge
Evolutionary Educational Psychology explores how children are naturally motivated to develop folk knowledge and the role schools play in bridging the gap between folk and secondary knowledge. It discusses cooptation, the adaptation of cognitive systems, and highlights the widening disparity between
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Understanding Social Justice in Scottish Higher Education
Explore the complexities of social justice in Scottish higher education through the lens of data and discourse. Delve into questions about fairness, student demographics, financial resources, and the impact of free undergraduate tuition on creating a more equitable system. Learn about research metho
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Global Survey on DPO Participation in Development Programmes & Policies
The IDA Global Survey gathers preliminary findings on the participation of persons with disabilities in development programs and policies, emphasizing the importance of meaningful engagement and representation through DPOs. The survey aims to monitor the reality of DPO involvement, consultation, and
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Implementing Synergies between Horizon 2020 and ESIF: Insights from NCP Workshop
Exploring the role of National Contact Points (NCPs) in promoting synergies between Horizon 2020 and ESIF, this workshop on spreading excellence and widening participation delves into key questions and case studies from Germany. Recommendations focus on supporting widening participation initiatives
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Sustainable Land Use and Zoning in Basseterre: Challenges and Solutions
Sustainable land use and zoning in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis face challenges such as lack of essential services in residential areas, insufficient infrastructure like sidewalks and parks, and limited public spaces. Recommendations include reserving land for green areas, widening pedestrian z
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Understanding Overhead Labour Costs in Neo-Kaleckian Growth Models
Overhead labour costs play a crucial role in income distribution and determining whether economies operate in a profit-led or wage-led demand regime. This article explores the relationship between overhead labour, non-supervisory workers, and managers in the context of economic models proposed by re
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Information about Top Up Programme at Glasgow University
Top Up is a preparation programme at Glasgow University for all pupils, emphasizing Widening Participation students to complete it for reduced entry requirements. Registration details and requirements for Adv. Higher pupils are explained, along with the process for participation in the programme. Th
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Challenges and Financing Needs in Water Investments
The World Bank highlights the widening funding gap in water and sanitation investments, with the region only funding 10% of its annual requirements. The sector faces a significant financing challenge, requiring $800 billion over a period, with millions still lacking access to safe drinking water and
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