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Join Professor Toggenburg as he takes you on a journey, into the depths of law exploring the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights. This captivating presentation was live recorded during the 2023 Forum. It’s moderated by the President of the European Law Students Association (ELSA). It serves as a guide for aspiring lawyers helping them grasp the origins of the Charter, its role in shaping EUs legal landscape and its impact on fundamental rights and legal practice. Gabriel Toggenburg reveals the characteristics of the EU Charter. From its protection of civil, political, social, economic and cultural rights to its direct influence on both EU law and national legal systems. Whether you're involved in discrimination cases advocating for rights or interpreting provisions in courtrooms this video equips you with knowledge and insights to effectively utilize the Charter throughout your legal career. Toggenburg sheds light on both bright and dark aspects of the Charter moon providing a comprehension of its added value while offering essential tips on how to leverage this still rather new tool, for protecting fundamental rights across Europe. - Contents of this video ------------------------------------ 00:00 - Introduction to the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights 02:00 - The Genesis of the Charter: Origins unveiled: the making of the EU Charter” 05:45 - The content of the Charter: Easy to read but difficult to understand 09:07 - The “Charter Moon”: a balanced view on opportunities and challenges 11:58 - The dark side of the “Charter Moon”: about article 51; the distinction between rights and principles; and low levels of application 21:14 - The Tur-Tur effect of the Charter: no reason to be depressed 22:30 - Jumping to the “bright side of the moon”: comparing the Charter to international and national catalogues of rights 26:09 - Still on the “bright side”: the Charter as a “roadmap to fundamental rights” and as a fast track avenue 29:04 - Another added value: the Direct Effect of the Charter 31:01 - How to deal with limitations of Charter rights and why the ECHR is a sibling of the Charter? 35:09 - The five key questions you need to ask when detecting a limitation of a Charter provision 37:41 - What national courts say about the Charter 42:43 - Change is in the air! - Final wrap up Please note that FRA has next to its online resource “Charterpedia” and the Handbook “Guidance on why and when to apply the Charter” (available in 22 languages) developed many more tools on the EU Charter. These are available at this link: https://fra.europa.eu/de/eu-charter/fra-charter-resources

Meet Sand to Green, our Star Venture start-up dedicated to combating desertification and restoring biodiversity in arid areas. They’re cultivating deserts in southern Morocco, mitigating the impacts of droughts and floods, creating jobs, boosting local economies, increasing agricultural productivity, and strengthening food security. The EBRD’s Star Venture programme identifies high-potential, innovative start-ups like Sand to Green and supports them with access to finance, class-leading tailored business advice, mentoring, and market development strategies. Find out more here: https://www.ebrd.com/starventure/overview.

Join our very own Cecilia behind the scenes in Georgia and learn how we produce videos here at The #EBRD. We’re able to showcase our amazing projects and inspiring stories due to our fab Comms team. Here we take a look at the story of male nurses in Tbilisi… Who knew lunch wasn’t a thing on filming trips?! Filmed and edited by Emma Bentley

18 April 2024

Dans cette vidéo, découvrez en trois questions le nouveau juge élu au titre de la Lituanie, Gediminas Sagatys.

In this video Gediminas Sagatys, the new judge elected in respect of Romania, replies to three questions - about himself, and about the Court’s work.

Dans cette vidéo, découvrez en trois questions la nouvelle juge élue au titre de la Bulgarie, Diana Kovatcheva.

In this video Diana Kovatcheva, the new judge elected in respect of Bulgaria, replies to three questions - about herself, and about the Court’s work.

This video highlights impacts of the Japan-World Bank Program for Mainstreaming Disaster Risk Management in Developing Countries. Since 2014, this Program—a unique collaboration between the Government of Japan, the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery (GFDRR) and the World Bank—has transformed the lives of millions of people in over 100 countries.

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The Disaster and Climate Risk Data Fellowship program believes that students, young climate researchers, and data scientists from vulnerable countries are best positioned to lead scientific-based climate risk efforts in their regions. This video showcases the work of the first cohort of Disaster and Climate Risk Data Fellows at the World Bank. This initiative was led by the Digital Earth team from the Global Facility for Disaster Risk Reduction and Recovery (GFDRR) at the World Bank, with financial support from a grant provided by the Swiss Re Foundation. The project commenced in September 2022 and concluded in December 2023, lasting a total of 15 months. The primary objective of the program was to identify and support a cohort of Risk Data Fellows in seven climate-vulnerable countries. Their mandate was to access, create, and communicate climate risk knowledge within their respective countries. They accomplished this by contributing to World Bank projects related to disaster investments or analytical work. Fellows were chosen based on their expertise in disaster and climate risk data, along with their commitment to supporting their countries and communities. They received training and hands-on support throughout the project and significantly contributed to enhancing climate risk analysis through their involvement in World Bank projects. In addition to supporting the selected fellows, the project aimed to develop the Risk Data Library, a project focused on establishing open data standards and tools to facilitate disaster and climate risk assessments, particularly in countries with limited data access. The fellows presented their work at the World Bank HQ in Washington DC and Columbia University in New York. But more importantly, they contributed significantly to improving disaster and climate risk knowledge for their communities. Risk Data Fellows featured in the video: - Zia Uddin Foisal: Socioeconomic and climate data for Bangladesh investments - Paolo Magnata: Enhancing coastal road safety in Mindanao Island, Philippines - Ankita Sood: Mitigating flood and drought risks in Indian cities - Bradley Riley: Integrated river management in three South African cities - Mohammad Fadli: Climate adaptation data for 80,000 villages in Indonesia - Hwaba Mambo: Integrating disaster risk data into the National Social Registry Fund in the Democratic Republic of the Congo - Isabelle Tingzon: Mapping buildings using drones and machine learning in the Caribbean The World Bank's Risk Data Fellows Project team included Pierre Chrzanowski (Disaster Risk Management Specialist), Andrea Garcia Tapia (Disaster Risk Consultant), Stuart Fraser (Senior Disaster Risk Consultant), Nuala Cowan (Senior Disaster Risk Consultant), and Mattia Amadio (Disaster Risk Analytics Consultant). Visit the Risk Data Library at [riskdatalibrary.org](https://riskdatalibrary.org/).

Jordan Daci, Attorney at Law at Daci & Associates and LEAP member, talked with Fair Trials Networks Coordinator Simona Di Dio about the Protocol on extraterritorial migration management between the Government of the Italian Republic and the Council of Ministers of the Albania Republic signed last November 6th, 2023.

Dr. Francesca Palmiotto, LEAP Member and Post Doctoral Researcher at the Hertie School, spoke with Fair Trials Legal Officer Chryssa Mela about the advantages and disadvantages of the use of AI in criminal justice.

Dr. Francesca Palmiotto, LEAP Member and Post Doctoral Researcher at the Hertie School, spoke with Fair Trials Legal Officer Chryssa Mela about the advantages and disadvantages of the use of AI in criminal justice.

Seminario web basado en el informe de CONCORD Who holds the Lion's share - A closer look at Global Europe Funds for CSOs

Eric Maes, Senior Researcher at the National Institute for Criminology and Criminalistics (Belgium), spoke with Fair Trials' Legal Officer Chryssa Mela, about the report he co-authored with Alexia Jonckheere “Available statistical data and research on flight risk in pre-trial (detention) proceedings”.

Respect for human rights, freedom, democracy, and the rule of law are the founding principles of the EU. Yet, these principles are under threat across the continent. At the Fundamental Rights Forum 2024, policy makers, businesses, civil society, tech companies and activists discussed how can we safeguard the values our democracies are built on and protect people’s rights. More: https://fundamentalrightsforum.eu/

DG INTPA’s Global Gateway campaign has received the 2023 Polaris Award, the most prestigious global award in the field of political communication. It won for exceptional work in political and public sector communication in both categories in which it competed: ‘International Campaigns’ and ‘Celebrity’.

EU beneficiary Dorcas Owinoh - Founder and Co-director of LakeHub.

EU beneficiary Roseline Ahin – Healthcare Entrepreneur

Videos that showcase the positive impact of the Latin American countries and the European Union partnership through human success stories, portraying real beneficiaries of the projects supported by the EU.

The intention behind this campaign is to introduce the partnership between Latin America and the European Union and present the concept of the campaign: “The Power of &”. The aim is to convey our optimism and commitment to making a positive impact for people. The goal is for the audience to understand the significance and scale of the partnership, feeling energized by its ambition aligning with their own priorities.

Videos that showcase the positive impact of the Latin American countries and the European Union partnership through human success stories, portraying real beneficiaries of the projects supported by the EU.

How can we ensure that digital technologies respect & protect our human rights? At the Fundamental Rights Forum 2024, policy makers, regulators, tech companies, civil society and many others discussed how digitalisation affects our societies and what can we do to ensure rights-compliant digitalisation. More: https://fundamentalrightsforum.eu/

The climate crisis is a human rights crisis. Climate change is impacting all aspects of our lives – and the most vulnerable are bearing the brunt. At the Fundamental Rights Forum 2024, policy makers, businesses, civil society, and more discussed the need to chart a sustainable path for Europe and the world. Have a look what they had to say. More: https://fundamentalrightsforum.eu/

The fight against disinformation is a long-term challenge for European democracies, undermining citizens' trust in democracy and its institutions, and contributing to the polarization of public opinion and disruption of democratic processes. Addressing disinformation has become critically important in the context of Russia's war in Ukraine, with Russia conducting an unprecedented disinformation campaign since 2022. Ukraine is targeted by propaganda and disinformation as part of the Kremlin's hybrid warfare tactics. Cyprus is as a prime example of a European country heavily influenced by Moscow, with Russian officials and businessmen having enjoyed considerable economic and political sway on the island over the years. Their efforts aimed to win over allies within the country and maintain Kremlin's control over emigrants, contributing to a pro-Russian sentiment. Many Cypriot politicians and influential individuals acted in Russia's interests, harming their own country and the EU. Although Cyprus officially adheres to EU sanctions against Russia, Cyprus shows little interest in targeting Russian assets or tackling money laundering, instead they amplify travel arrangements through increased flights to Yerevan. Over 51% of the Cypriot population doubts Russia's primary responsibility for the war in Ukraine, reflecting a high acceptance of Russian propaganda, underscoring the extent of Russia's influence in Cyprus. Given that Russian interference is a threat to democracy, it is urgent to enhance the EU's security framework by reforming rules on transparency, integrity, accountability, and combating corruption. Understanding how important these issues are, we want to set up a panel talk and bring together experts to explore and discuss vital concerns such as press freedom and the battle against disinformation.

Women play vital roles during and after wars, despite facing significant societal and gender-based barriers. Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine is a case in point. Tens of thousands of Ukrainian women joined the armed forces, including on the front lines. Women-led civic organisations in Ukraine play a crucial role in providing essential services, and yet women are not equally involved in planning and formal decision-making level, despite progress made towards gender-based equality. Moreover, women and girls experience heightened risks of sexism, violence, scarcity of food and access to finance. According to the Updated Assessment of Needs in Ukraine, “some 14.6 million people are expected to need humanitarian assistance in 2024, 56% of whom are women and girls.” The event will assess the role and needs of women, take stock of lessons learned in Ukraine, and propose solutions for greater empowerment of women and girls.

The European Union (EU) has emerged as a prominent advocate for LGBTQIA+ rights globally, with significantstrides made in recent years through initiatives like the LGBTIQ Equality Strategy 2020-2025, championed by keyinstitutions such as the Commission and Parliament. Despite progress, a notable gap exists between the moreprogressive North and West and the conservative South and East EU member states. Furthermore, challengespersist beyond the EU borders, with LGBTQIA+ individuals facing severe threats in various European countries. Europe has become a battleground for LGBTQIA+ rights, with right-wing populists promoting discrimination andhate speech, leading to the erosion of previous achievements. Socio-political discussions have highlightedcritical themes such as hate crime, trans-rights, migration, and asylum.In South Asia, LGBTQIA+ rights progress amidst a complex landscape of change and challenges. While therehas been increased visibility and legal recognition over the past two decades, right-wing governments, populism, economic crises, and socio-political unpredictability hinder comprehensive integration. To address these issues, the European Dialogue of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom isorganizing this event, focusing on understanding the LGBTQIA+ situation in both South Asia and Europe. Theevent aims to encourage political debate and develop liberal policies amidst ongoing elections in South Asiaand the upcoming EU election in 2024. By facilitating discussions on the current political landscape in bothregions, the foundation seeks to promote liberal values through cross-regional exchanges. --- ++The Innovation Plattform for a Liberal Europe++ The European Dialogue of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom has offices in Brussels, Geneva, Madrid, and Prague. The vision of a Europe of freedom, diversity and opportunities inspires our work at the European Dialogue Programme. Website: www.freiheit.org/european-union/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/fnf_europe/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/fnf.europe/ X: www.twitter.com/fnfeurope LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/fnf-europe/

Watch our Community Engagement Coordinator Sirazul Islam share his insights on how to overcome these challenges and amplify the voices of stateless people. We were happy to attend the World Conference on Statelessness in Kuala Lumpur from 26 to 29 February, which brought together over 400 participants from across the globe.

The International Labour Organisation (ILO) and ENIL co-produced a report on personal assistance titled “Towards Dignity and Autonomy: A Comprehensive Look at Personal Assistance Policies for Persons with Disabilities Worldwide”. This report compares personal assistance services across nine countries, looking at the structuring of service provision, working conditions of personal assistants, and training and support, ultimately evaluating the level of access and impact on the rights of disabled people. The report has three key sections: a country overview; personal assistance models and independent living; and training and support. ➡️ Learn more here: https://enil.eu/new-joint-ilo-enil-report-on-personal-assistance-services-worldwide/ #personalassistance #IndependentLiving #PersonalAssistant #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityRights #DisabledPeople #Disability #ILO #InternationalLaborOrganization #ENIL

Presentación de los talleres temáticos GC-DI sobre las Directrices de desinstitucionalización #desinstitucionalización #VidaIndependiente

What is human capital and why is it arguably the most important aspect of a prosperous economy? Take a look at our latest quick explainer from our own Barbara Rambousek on why it’s so important to focus on people, especially in times of crisis.

Introducing GC-DI Thematic workshops on the Guidelines on Deinstitutionalisation #Deinstitutionalization #disabilityawareness #independentliving #disabilityrights

Pen or pencil? Music or silence? We caught up with author Bianca Bellová and translator Alex Zucker - last year’s EBRD Literature Prize winners, at the Oxford Literary Festival earlier this week. ‘The Lake’ was originally written in Czech, and the €20,000 prize was split equally between Alex and Bianca.

Highlights from the Fundamental Rights Forum 2024 that took place in Vienna on 11-12 March. The event brought together over 900 people for two days of thought-provoking discussions, inspiring masterclasses, powerful art performances and so much more. It was a unique opportunity to focus on today’s most pressing human rights issues, forge new partnerships, and suggest how best to address the challenges we face. More: Fundamental Rights Forum 2024 (https://fundamentalrightsforum.eu)

In conversation with experts working in different countries, we presented our annual state of play assessment of key trends on statelessness in Europe. In this webinar, we launched new StatelessnessINDEX country profiles for Georgia and Türkiye, as well updated data for 15 other countries. Hosted by Nina Murray from the European Network on Statelessness (ENS), we heard from five speakers from across Europe: Patrícia Cabral (ENS), Melis Gebeş (Refugee Rights Turkey), Robin van Oene (ASKV Netherlands), Salome Jakhadze (Rights Georgia) and Jana Toom MEP (Member of European Parliament). Our StatelessnessINDEX is a tool for civil society, decision-makers, researchers, the media and stateless people to quickly understand which areas of law and policy need to be improved, with data & analysis covering 32 European countries. 📚 To find out more: https://buff.ly/3wRoKDM

We went to the Oxford Literary Festival to announce our competition shortlist!

People of the Bank is our video series that celebrates some of our remarkable colleagues. In this episode, we meet Marcin Tomaszewski. Marcin is a Principal Economist based in our Warsaw Resident Office - but he is also a pilot in his spare time. He is also a part of Spectrum, our LGBTQI+ network, and is active in promoting its initiatives. From finding resilience to focusing on your goals, Marcin tells us how his experience of learning to fly has shaped him today.

📢Governments Shrug Off Democratic Oversight In The EU📢 EU Rule of Law Report By 37 NGO shows: ❌Increasing bans on protests, especially for climate and pro-Palestine demos ❌Hungary’s systemic issues left unresolved, its model inspiring other autocrats 💚Rule of law decline could be recovered, EU should use tools more ‘assertively’ More details: https://link.liberties.eu/9b460d

Webinar based on CONCORD's report Who holds the Lion's share - A closer look at Global Europe Funds for CSOs

The International Labour Organisation (ILO) and ENIL co-produced a report on personal assistance titled “Towards Dignity and Autonomy: A Comprehensive Look at Personal Assistance Policies for Persons with Disabilities Worldwide”. This report compares personal assistance services across nine countries, looking at the structuring of service provision, working conditions of personal assistants, and training and support, ultimately evaluating the level of access and impact on the rights of disabled people. The report has three key sections: a country overview; personal assistance models and independent living; and training and support. ➡️ Learn more here: https://enil.eu/new-joint-ilo-enil-re... #PersonalAssistance #IndependentLiving #PersonalAssistant #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityRights #DisabledPeople #Disability #ILO #InternationLaborOrganization #ENIL

In this episode of The WeatherPod, hosts Alan Thorpe and David Rogers invite David Richardson of the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts - the ECMWF - into the studio. About David Richardson David Richardson has over 35 years’ experience in weather forecasting research and operations at the UK Met Office and, until recently, as Head of Evaluation at the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts or ECMWF. His work on ensemble prediction includes the configuration of ensembles to represent the uncertainties in the initial conditions and modelling systems, development of products and tools for forecast users, and evaluation of forecast performance. Previously, he worked for the WMO where he played a key role in establishing the THORPEX Interactive Grand Global Ensemble or TIGGE project on global ensemble forecasting - a project which led to improved understanding of predictability and also to improvements in forecasting skill. David has chaired several WMO committees and is currently chair of the WMO Standing Committee on Data Processing for Applied Earth System Modelling, Prediction & Projection (SC-ESMP). SC-ESMP leads and co-ordinates the WMO Integrated Processing and Prediction System (WIPPS) which facilitates the provision of numerical earth-system model forecasts, including ensembles, to all WMO members.

Webinar based on CONCORD's report Who holds the Lion's share - A closer look at Global Europe Funds for CSOs

Our favourite Georgian nurse has a message for you! If you want to see the full video we made in Georgia, you can watch it on our main channel now.

EBRD President, Odile Renaud-Basso, will outline the EBRD’s vision for helping Ukraine achieve its European destiny during a public lecture at the London School of Economics on Monday, 18 March, from 6.30pm to 8.00pm. This event, hosted by Bocconi University and the LSE European Institute, is open to the public with prior registration and will also be available online. The discussion will be chaired by Angelo Martelli, Assistant Professor in European and International Political Economy at the LSE European Institute. It will feature Catherine de Vries, Dean for International Affairs and Professor of Political Science at Bocconi University, in a conversation with the EBRD President. The EBRD has increased its investments in Ukraine in response to the war, deploying €4 billion in the country in the first two years of war. Thanks to a €4 billion capital increase, approved last year by the Bank's Board of Governors, the EBRD can continue to invest at this level in wartime and has the potential to do more during the post-war reconstruction period.

The conditions under which the too little-known work of a Personal Assistant is carried out are not highlighted, making the task difficult for both parties. Yet this role has a major impact, enabling many people to live independently, like all the others. Antonella gives us her insight on the difficulty of finding (and keeping) a personal assistant. Have you encountered similar difficulties? Let us know in the comments! #Ableism #Discrimination #HumanRIghts #DisabilityRights #InclusionMatters #IndependentLiving #DisabilityAwareness #Disabled

To mark #WomensDay, we bring you an engaging conversation where we will explore how to address #equity in global food systems and vulnerabilities faced by women and girls. #IWD2024 #InternationalWomensDay #HealthierDiets4All #InspireInclusion Subscribe to our videos here: http://ow.ly/bSfcZ and visit http://GAINhealth.org

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Following the election of Síofra O’Leary as the first female President of the European Court of Human Rights in September 2022, this short film honours all of the women who have served as judges at the Court since its creation in 1959. -- Suite à l'élection de Síofra O’Leary, la première femme juge présidente de la Cour européenne des droits de l'homme en septembre 2022, cette animation met à l'honneur toutes les femmes juges de la Cour depuis sa création en 1959. Update : March 2024

In the words of Andrew Pulrang, ableism is “Any statement or behavior directed at a disabled person that denigrates or assumes a lesser status for the person because of their disability”. But it can also be “Social habits, practices, regulations, laws, and institutions that operate under the assumption that disabled people are inherently less capable overall, less valuable in society, and / or should have less personal autonomy than is ordinarily granted to people of the same age”. What do you think? Have you ever been a victim of ableism? #Ableism #Discrimination #HumanRIghts #DisabilityRights #InclusionMatters #IndependentLiving #DisabilityAwareness #Disabled

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How can we ensure that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is beneficial to Independent Living? 🤖🤔 Your voice is crucial! ➡️ Learn more here: https://enil.eu/exploring-the-intersection-of-artificial-intelligence-and-assistive-technology-a-survey-for-disabled-people/ #ArtificialIntelligence #IndependentLiving #DisabilityAwareness #AssistiveTechnology

Learn more about this webinar here: https://enil.eu/event/launch-webinar-of-an-ilo-enil-report-on-pa-globally/ The report on PA globally is also available here: https://www.ilo.org/global/topics/disability-and-work/WCMS_915795/lang--en/index.htm?shared_from=shr-tls #PersonalAssistance #DisabilityRights #DisabilityAwareness #IndependentLiving #DisabledPeople

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This deep-dive session, co-organized by the Disaster-FCV Thematic Area at the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery (GFDRR) and the Fragility, Conflict, and Violence (FCV) group, aims to foster discussions among operational teams on the critical need for tailored and contextualized approaches to EWS implementation in FCV settings, in order to enhance community resilience in the face of climate and disaster risks.

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What’s it like to deliver a baby? Midwife Veriko Nadirashvil tells us how she looks after mothers during labour, and what it feels like when a baby is born. This video was filmed in Tbilisi, Georgia. If you’d like to find out more, we have a full-length video over on our main channel. #babies #nurse #midwife #tbilisi #tbilisigeorgia

The rapid pace of urbanization frequently surpasses the development of necessary infrastructure, leading to the proliferation of unplanned, informal settlements. Addressing this challenge requires current, detailed information to effectively integrate these areas into formal urban planning processes. In Nairobi, Kenya, a groundbreaking initiative, supported by GFDRR, has leveraged digital public works to bridge this information gap. Engaging local home-based workers, the project successfully executed over 1.3 million compensated digital tasks that informed the World Bank's Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project.

Georgia has one of the lowest ratios of nurses to patients and nurses to physicians in Europe and lack of professional licensing for nurses. We’re promoting a better skilled and more inclusive workforce, by supporting the Government of Georgia in improving nurses and midwifery occupations through professional licensing and standards, and providing young women and men with the skills and training they need to thrive. Supported by the Action for Gender and Equality Multi Donor Fund (Japan, Lithuania and the TaiwanBusiness-EBRD Technical Cooperation Fund).

GFDRR ensures that infrastructure investments are resilient to the impact of severe hazards. It combines deep technical expertise across engineering, economics, climate, and disaster risk management to create the best available global knowledge on resilient infrastructure and connects this with local expertise and capacity — directly informing government policy decisions and investments as governments plan, deliver, and operate infrastructure assets.

By joining efforts with #We-Fi  (Women Entrepreneurs Finance Initiative), we’re providing access to finance and business advice to women entrepreneurs. At the EBRD, we support women entrepreneurs through access to finance, digital know-how, advice, business networking and new markets.

“For a while the idea of having a male nurse seemed unlikely” says Chief Nurse Ketevan Kavsadze. She spoke to us about what the gender balance is currently like, and how Georgia is tackling the shortage of nurses. We are promoting a better skilled, and more inclusive workforce, so that people like Ketevan can thrive at what they do best. With thanks to the Action for Equality and Gender Multi-Donor Fund: Japan, Lithuania, and the TaiwanBusiness-EBRD Technical Cooperation Fund. #tbilisi #tbilisigeorgia #healthcare #nursing #malenurse

Meet Boris Bendeliani, a twenty-year-old nurse working in Tbilisi, Georgia. He told us about how there used to be stigma surrounding men being nurses. This is because traditionally, it was only women who did the profession, but that's now changing. We are promoting a better skilled, and more inclusive workforce, so that people like Boris can thrive at what they do best. With thanks to the Action for Equality and Gender Multi-Donor Fund: Japan, Lithuania, and the TaiwanBusiness-EBRD Technical Cooperation Fund. #tbilisi #tbilisigeorgia #georgia #nursing #nurse #nurses #medicine

Lisa Nandy MP is UK Shadow Cabinet Minister for International Development and Labour MP for Wigan. She has held a number of key roles in Labour’s Shadow Cabinet and is the author of the 2022 book All In: How To Build a Britain That Works, an argument for rethinking Britain’s domestic politics and economy and its global role. Lisa joins ODI Chief Executive Sara Pantuliano to discuss how Britain’s global development strategy can best support economic growth, jobs and prosperity in lower income countries and how we make sure the urgency of climate action does not undermine this. They also discuss how Britain can build more respectful partnerships and what these might look like in practice. Lisa and Sara are joined by an in-person audience of about 100 G7, G20 and G77 diplomats, representatives of international institutions, leaders from the iNGO sector and civil society organisations, think-tanks and prominent development aid thinkers and experts, at ODI's London hub.

After electricity rates increased in Georgia, Nuts L LLC began looking for ways to reduce their utility bills. In 2022, they decided to invest in a solar power station. The nut producer company is now not only able to generate energy for its consumption but also save money and repay the investment in just four years. Austria and the Green Climate Fund have supported this project.

Pegasus, a spyware developed by NSO Group, is known for its capability to hijack a smartphone's microphone and camera, as well as access a wide array of personal data including emails, text messages, and documents. It gained significant attention following a 2021 disclosure indicating that around 50,000 individuals globally could have been targeted by this malware. As a result of the scandal, the European Parliament agreed to establish a Committee of Inquiry to investigate the use of Pegasus and equivalent surveillance spyware (PEGA Committee) to look into supposed violations or mismanagement in the enforcement of EU law regarding the use of Pegasus and similar surveillance spyware. On 8 May 2023, after 14 months of comprehensive hearings, research, and investigative missions, PEGA concluded its report and recommendations by proposing a conditional moratorium and a European regulatory framework. However, some countries like Greece and Poland, don't follow these guidelines, which has led to recent controversies. With the upcoming European elections, this issue is essential as it may impact democracy by muting essential voices as manipulating public opinions. As discussions around digital sovereignty and cybersecurity become more urgent, we invite you to spend an evening with us to discuss how Pegasus affects online privacy and freedoms. Join us for a deep dive into surveillance software investigations and the EU's efforts to ensure a balanced approach to privacy and security regulation in the digital sphere. --- ++The Innovation Plattform for a Liberal Europe++ The European Dialogue of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom has offices in Brussels, Geneva, Madrid, and Prague. The vision of a Europe of freedom, diversity and opportunities inspires our work at the European Dialogue Programme. Website: www.freiheit.org/european-union/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/fnf_europe/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/fnf.europe/ X: www.twitter.com/fnfeurope LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/fnf-europe/

In the course of war, the very functions of civil society are needed to sustain the people and preserve democracy in the face of wanton aggression, says our International Renaissance Foundation's Oleksandr Sushko. Two years after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, our support for hundreds of Ukrainian civil society initiatives continues to build resiliency, bring Russia to account, and contribute to victory. While this might seem like a regional conflict, the effects are global. If Russia prevails, it could spell doom for democracies worldwide. Learn more: https://www.opensocietyfoundations.org/voices/topics/ukraine

#Europe #democracy #freedom From influencing tech giants to securing privacy rights and fostering global partnerships, Europe has shown its capacity for meaningful change. Let's dare to dream of a Europe leading the charge in climate neutrality, embracing diversity, and safeguarding digital freedoms. As the European elections approach on the 6-9th June, join us in reflecting on Europe's past achievements and imagining its future potential. Together, let's commit to shaping a future where freedom, fairness, and progress prevail. --- ++The Innovation Plattform for a Liberal Europe++ The European Dialogue of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom has offices in Brussels, Geneva, Madrid, and Prague. The vision of a Europe of freedom, diversity and opportunities inspires our work at the European Dialogue Programme. Website: www.freiheit.org/european-union/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/fnf_europe/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/fnf.europe/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/fnfeurope LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/fnf-europe/

#Europa #Demokratie #Freiheit Europa hat gezeigt, dass es in der Lage ist, sinnvolle Veränderungen durchzuführen - von der Sicherung von Datenschutzrechten bis hin zur Förderung globaler Partnerschaften. Im Vorfeld der Europawahlen vom 6. bis 9. Juni sollten wir gemeinsam über die bisherigen Errungenschaften Europas nachdenken und uns sein künftiges Potenzial vorstellen. Lass uns gemeinsam eine Zukunft gestalten, in der Freiheit, Fairness und Fortschritt vorherrschen. --- ++The Innovation Plattform for a Liberal Europe++ The European Dialogue of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom has offices in Brussels, Geneva, Madrid, and Prague. The vision of a Europe of freedom, diversity and opportunities inspires our work at the European Dialogue Programme. Website: www.freiheit.org/european-union/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/fnf_europe/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/fnf.europe/ X: www.twitter.com/fnfeurope LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/fnf-europe/

📺 Want to find out an interesting fact about the #Indonesian diet? Watch episode 3 of #10QuestionsWith Agnes Mallipu, Country Director, GAIN Indonesia. #Interview #IndonesianFood #Nutrition Subscribe to our videos here: http://ow.ly/bSfcZ and visit http://GAINhealth.org

Presenting the Food Systems Countdown to 2030 Initiative and its first assessment of global food systems. Read the The Food Systems Countdown Initiative 2023 Publications: www.gainhealth.org/resources/reports-and-publications/food-systems-countdown-initiative-policy-report--2023 Subscribe to our videos here: http://ow.ly/bSfcZ and visit http://GAINhealth.org

Combining satellite imagery with local data gathered by students from the University of Kinshasa, the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery (GFDRR) is compiling information on waste accumulation, the drainage system, water bodies, erosion sites, and green areas. This data, integrated with demographic and infrastructure data, is pivotal in devising targeted solutions and investments to improve the city's waste management infrastructure and practices.

In anticipation of COP28, the World Bank's Fragility, Conflict & Violence (FCV) Group and GFDRR invited researchers from Columbia University's International Research Institute for Climate and Society to share the latest forecast regarding the present conditions and expected developments of the El Niño phenomenon throughout the upcoming 2023-2024 winter season. The presentation aimed to illustrate how El Niño could potentially heighten vulnerabilities in FCV contexts that are concurrently grappling with multiple crises.

The current political term has brought significant wins for women’s and girls’ rights in Europe, such as the European Commission’s first-ever female President with her historic cabinet made of an almost 50/50 gender parity team of Commissioners; the nomination of a Commissioner for Equality; the adoption of the long-awaited Women on Board Directive; a Directive on Pay Transparency; and a European Commission’s proposal on a Directive on Violence Against Women and Domestic Violence. The European Women's Lobby (EWL) believes that we must keep building on this momentum and safeguard women’s rights via functioning institutionalised mechanisms. The 2024 European elections will be a turning point for women and girls in Europe and for the European project. That is why it is essential to capitalise on the 2024 EU elections! It is only by acting together that we will successfully face the current challenges. Women are not only more than half of the population but also key agents of change; and it is with women’s inclusion and expertise that we can find appropriate solutions and operate on a socially, economically and environmentally fair transition. That is why, with this event, the EWL aims to reintroduce EWL’s campaign for the 2024 European Elections, sharing EWL’s vision for the new legislative term 2024 - 2029 as well as giving visibility to women’s rights. The EWL will invite key EU political figures and civil society representatives to debate the successes of the past term, the biggest challenges ahead, and the solutions to implement as well as their vision of a Feminist Europe.

The Western Balkans Investment Summit 2024 will be held at the EBRD HQ in London on Monday 26 February. The event will be attended by all six heads of government from the region, who have confirmed their participation. The aim of the Summit is to highlight potential investment and business opportunities in the Western Balkans region and to promote regional and cross-border projects. This is the sixth EBRD summit of its kind; the inaugural Western Balkans Summit took place at the EBRD ten years ago, in February 2014 and, for the first time, brought together all the region’s prime ministers. The Western Balkans is a priority region for the EBRD. Today, the EBRD remains one of the largest institutional investors in countries of the region, with more than €18 billion invested to date. The traditional highlight of the Summit – interactive “Prime Ministers Session” - will see the regional Leaders and the President of the EBRD address the audience with their overall vision for the region, key regional projects and opportunities for investment at both regional level and in each of the countries of the region, which includes Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia. The session will feature extended Q&A with foreign investors. 9.00-9.30 Opening of the Summit. Welcome address Odile Renaud-Basso, President, EBRD High level representative of the EU (tbc) 9.30 -11.00 *Interactive session with participation of the six Western Balkans Prime Ministers, including extended Q&A with foreign investors

GFDRR developed a game simulation emulating real-life scenarios based on Cabo Verde's geographical isolation and exposure to natural hazards and climate change. Designed to be replicable in different settings, the simulation was created to help participants with resource allocation decisions that need to be made to both promote socioeconomic development and boost disaster resilience.

In the Tajik highlands lie the dramatic Pamir Mountains, also known as the “roof of the world”. While the region is rich in resources, its topography challenges the daily lives of its remote communities. Schools, hospitals and over 25,000 families in the region now have 24-hour access to fresh drinking water. The project is also helping improve the region’s infrastructure in other ways, such as better waste management. Khorog is now a cleaner, safer and more enjoyable city! This project is supported by Switzerland, the Global Environment Facility (GEF), and the Czech Republic.

Some of the most memorable moments of the GFDRR 2023 Partnership Days.

The World Bank and GFDRR are continuing to chart a path toward greater agility, notes Anna Bjerde, World Bank Managing Director of Operations, in this video message for the GFDRR Partnership Council Spring 2023 Meeting. Through comprehensive climate risk management strategies — by enhancing green infrastructure, supporting climate-smart policies, and investing in emergency response systems, to name a few examples — they are helping partner countries become more resilient against climate risks.

The World Bank and GFDRR navigate global challenges with proactive preparedness In this video message for the GFDRR Partnership Council Spring 2023 Meeting, Anna Bjerde, World Bank Managing Director of Operations, notes that in an era where the unexpected has become the norm, the World Bank has embedded crisis preparedness into its work. GFDRR has played a pivotal role in shaping the shift from reactive responses to proactive preparedness — a crucial aspect of World Bank support to International Development Association-eligible lower-income countries.

Rebecca Nadin, Director of ODI’s Global Risks and Resilience (GRR) programme, was interviewed by Iain Martin on China’s relationship with the Global South as the CERGE-EI Foundation Price of War conference 2023. Topics discussed included: - What are China’s objectives for its engagement with the Global South? - What role does natural resource extraction play? - How does US-China potential decoupling affect these relationships? - What are the perspectives on China’s foreign policy from the Global South? - How should the West respond to China’s Global South engagement? - Is Russia a partner or rival to China in the Global South? An op-ed written by Rebecca and GRR colleagues on the topic of ‘The New Cold War: who is courting the Global South?’ appeared in Reaction shortly after this interview: https://reaction.life/the-new-cold-war-who-is-courting-the-global-south/

What is mobilisation and why has it always been at the core of our operations? Last year we achieved record direct mobilisation of €2.8 billion, total mobilisation of €26 billion. Here is a quick explainer from our own Christian Kleboth on why mobilisation is important in addressing the biggest global challenges and what does it actually mean! Take a look!

A message from our Human Rights Officer Rita Crespo Fernandez. Learn more on this issue here: https://enil.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ENIL-Briefing-on-EU-Funds-2021-2027.pdf

We had a record number of submissions for the #ebrdliteratureprize2024! Our dedicated independent judges are reading them all right now. Shortlist out on 19 March. Here are Philippe Sands, Maya Jaggi and Maureen Freely on why they’re thrilled to be judging this special prize:

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#onlinecourse #freeeducation #freecourse Entdecken Sie die faszinierende Welt der Europäischen Union in unserem Online-Kurs Die EU als Globale Akteurin. Die #EU ist weltweit einzigartig. Nirgendwo sonst schaffen es so viele Länder, gemeinsam Regeln für das Wohlbefinden ihrer Bürger zu erlassen. Die Integrationsgeschichte der EU hat Modellcharakter und dient vielen Regionen der Welt als Vorbild. Dieser Einfluss ist entscheidend angesichts der geopolitischen Gemengelage und Systemwettstreit zwischen liberalen Demokratien und autoritären Regimen. Sie wollen mehr über die EU und ihre Rolle in der Welt erfahren? Dann erkunden Sie gemeinsam mit Dr. Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann und Dr. Nele Fabian die EU als globale Akteurin. Hier lang zum Online Kurs: https://www.freiheit.org/de/onlinekurs/europa -- ++The Innovation Plattform for a Liberal Europe++ The European Dialogue of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom has offices in Brussels, Geneva, Madrid, and Prague. The vision of a Europe of freedom, diversity and opportunities inspires our work at the European Dialogue Programme. Website: www.freiheit.org/european-union/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/fnf_europe/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/fnf.europe/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/fnfeurope LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/fnf-europe/

As threats from hurricanes, fires, and floods rise, so does the need to protect the workers who help rebuild our homes and communities. Saket Soni talks about how Resilience Force is advocating for these largely migrant workers who have turned into a professionalized, protected workforce dedicated to building a more climate-resilient future. As the U.S. invests in the resilience economy, Resilience Force is working to strengthen the workforce that will be central to rebuilding, weatherizing, and decarbonizing America—and making sure that workers have the dignity and protections they need to thrive. Read more: https://osf.to/4bkBqmz #OpenSociety #ResilienceWorkers #ClimateCrisis

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In this episode of The WeatherPod, hosts Alan Thorpe and David Rogers open a new series of discussions which focus specifically on the use of AI across the weather enterprise. In this first discussion, our hosts invite Professor Kirstine Dale of the UK Met Office into the studio. About Kirstine Dale Kirstine Dale is the Met Office's Chief AI Officer (CAIO) and Principal Fellow for Data Science. As CAIO she is charged with embedding AI in the Met Office’s core business - initially focusing on the use of AI in weather forecasting through leadership of the ‘AI for Numerical Weather Prediction’ (AI4NWP) program. As Principal Fellow, Kirstine plays a leading role in shaping the future of Data Science (including Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) in the Met Office. Kirstine is also Co-Director of the Natural Environment Theme of the Turing Research and Innovation Cluster on Digital Twins (TRIC-DT) and an Honorary Professor at the University of Exeter.

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The overall objective of the EU-LAC Forum was to have an inclusive exchange with non-state actors and to discuss opportunities to build a sustainable and inclusive future for both regions. Youth, civil society and local authorities play an important role in the partnership between the European Union (EU), Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). In this context, the EU organised an EU-LAC Forum, with youth, civil society and local authorities, which took place at Maison de la Poste (Tour & Taxi) in Brussels, Belgium, on 13 and 14 July 2023.

The overall objective of the EU-LAC Forum was to have an inclusive exchange with non-state actors and to discuss opportunities to build a sustainable and inclusive future for both regions. Youth, civil society and local authorities play an important role in the partnership between the European Union (EU), Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). In this context, the EU organised an EU-LAC Forum, with youth, civil society and local authorities, which took place at Maison de la Poste (Tour & Taxi) in Brussels, Belgium, on 13 and 14 July 2023.

Los jóvenes, la sociedad civil y las autoridades locales juegan un papel importante en la cooperación entre la Unión Europea (UE), América Latina y el Caribe (ALC). En este contexto, la UE ha organizado el Foro UE-ALC, que contará con la participación de jóvenes, la sociedad civil y autoridades locales y que se celebrará en Maison de la Poste (Tour & Taxi) en Bruselas, Bélgica, el 13 y 14 de julio de 2023.

Los jóvenes, la sociedad civil y las autoridades locales juegan un papel importante en la cooperación entre la Unión Europea (UE), América Latina y el Caribe (ALC). En este contexto, la UE ha organizado el Foro UE-ALC, que contará con la participación de jóvenes, la sociedad civil y autoridades locales y que se celebrará en Maison de la Poste (Tour & Taxi) en Bruselas, Bélgica, el 13 y 14 de julio de 2023.