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U.S. Assistance to Emergency Earthquake Response Efforts in Türkiye and Syria
U.S. Assistance to Emergency Earthquake Response Efforts in Türkiye and Syria

Deputy Secretary Wendy R. Sherman will meet with Japanese Vice Minister Mori Takeo and Republic of Korea (ROK) First Vice Minister Cho Hyundong on February 13 in Washington, D.C. The Deputy Secretary and Vice Ministers will discuss plans to enhance trilateral security cooperation in the region and the world. They will also discuss collaboration on support to Ukraine and other pressing global challenges and concrete ways to expand the trilateral partnership to deliver on the shared vision of a free, open, and prosperous Indo-Pacific. There will be a press availability immediately following the trilateral meeting.

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EXPLORING GLOBAL TRENDS, HIGHLIGHTING AFRICAN OPPORTUNITIES, AND ADDRESSING THE WORLD’S “POLYCRISIS” IN DAVOS
EXPLORING GLOBAL TRENDS, HIGHLIGHTING AFRICAN OPPORTUNITIES, AND ADDRESSING THE WORLD’S “POLYCRISIS” IN DAVOS

Davos, Switzerland - The Swiss village of Davos becomes the focus of global attention each January (May in 2022 due to COVID-19 related delays). Royalty, heads of state and government, corporate titans, NGO leaders, key representatives of civil society, and various types of influencers congregate for the World Economic Forum (WEF) and ancillary activities.

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Impunity for Crimes against Journalists  is 'Unacceptably High' at 86% - UNESCO
Impunity for Crimes against Journalists  is 'Unacceptably High' at 86% - UNESCO

According to UNESCO observatory of killed journalists, Impunity for killings of Journalists remains unacceptably high at 86%. Between 2006 and 2020, over 1,200 journalists have been killed around the world, with close to 9 out of 10 cases of these killings remaining judicially unresolved, according to the UNESCO.

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PUBLIC ART MEETS WILDLIFE CONSERVATION AT JAGUAR PARADE NYC 2022
PUBLIC ART MEETS WILDLIFE CONSERVATION AT JAGUAR PARADE NYC 2022

Several jaguar sculptures painted by great artists will be exhibited in iconic locations throughout New York City. The event will culminate in an online art auction on Oct 5- 20, with 100% of the net proceeds going to jaguar conservation efforts. Jaguar Parade NYC 2022/Onca-Mimética by Irmãs Gelli

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Protecting the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Protecting the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Persons with disabilities often face stigma, exclusion and discrimination, and are over-represented amongst the people living in persistent poverty, and are less likely than others to be able to lift themselves out of poverty.

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MENTORSHIP YIELDS! El Anatsui Leads New Class Of Rolex Mentors
MENTORSHIP YIELDS! El Anatsui Leads New Class Of Rolex Mentors

Every two years since 2002, Rolex - the Swiss luxury watchmaker has paired artists and protégés in an exclusive programme called The Rolex Mentor and Protégé Arts Initiative. 

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TEDx OKENE 2022: IT'S 2 DAYS TO GO!
TEDx OKENE 2022: IT'S 2 DAYS TO GO!

Among the impressive lineup of speakers are Dr Tom Adaba OON of the Tom Adaba Legacy Project, teen speaker Ohinoyi Ohikere, Ms. Salamatu Yunusa, a first-class graduate of Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the University of East London, and Rev. Fr. George Ehusani of Lux Terra Leadership Foundation.

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LUX TERRA TRAINING: An Interfaith Approach To Transforming Nigeria
LUX TERRA TRAINING: An Interfaith Approach To Transforming Nigeria

Lux Terra Foundation played host to 50 administrative and academic staff of the Academy, for a two-day training program on skill acquisition, mechanisms and strategies for Intensifying the Campaign for Integrity among Secondary School students.

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U.S Supports UN Permanent Forum on International Day for People of African Descent
U.S Supports UN Permanent Forum on International Day for People of African Descent

August 31 marks the 2nd anniversary of the International Day for People of African Descent, a day created by the United Nations to celebrate the achievements of people of African descent worldwide.

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W.E.B. DU BOIS MUSEUM COMPLEX GHANA - Restoration Plan Commences
W.E.B. DU BOIS MUSEUM COMPLEX GHANA - Restoration Plan Commences

The W.E.B du Bois Center in Ghana is where the remains of Man, his wife Shirley and vast collection of books and personal items have been since his death on August 27, 1963.

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