Episode 28-- Elder Abuse and Dementia: Brain Health Initiative, Nigeria
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Guest: Dr. Temitope Farombi The Chief Toni Anini Geriatric Center, where Dr. Farombi practices, is a leading institution in West Africa, catering to over 30,000 older adults. Despite its significant impact, many patients arrive too late for effective intervention, often due to cultural misconceptions that label neurological issues as spiritual or witchcraft-related. Dr. Farombi passionately addresses these misconceptions, emphasizing the importance of early intervention and education. Through the Brain Health Initiative, Dr. Farombi has successfully launched campaigns to raise awareness...
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Episode 27: Special Edition--Peace, Justice, Strong Organizations
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In this special episode of On The Ground, we offer inspiring advice from the leaders of four strong, dedicated organizations: Olof Palme Peace Foundation, the American Association Of University Women, the Organization Of American Firefighters, and the NGO Committee On Human Rights.
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Episode 26: The Pressing Issue of Elder Abuse
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"We need to think about zero tolerance for elder abuse, just as we do for child abuse." Dr. Gloria Gutman, Emerita Professor Simon Fraser University In this episode of On The Ground, we focus on the pressing issue of elder abuse with Dr. Gloria Gutman. As we approach World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, Dr. Gutman shares her insights on the complexities of elder abuse research, including its various forms and the psychological aspects involved. We delve into the dynamics of trust, power differentials, and the unique challenges LGBTQ elders face. Join us for a thought-provoking...
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Episode 25: Leading the way for education and equality for women since the 1880's
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In this episode of On The Ground, we celebrate the achievements and ongoing efforts of women around the globe with guest Frances Zainoeddin, a former Deputy Director at the UN and a prominent member of Soroptimist International. Discover the rich history of Soroptimist, its mission to empower women through education, and the collaborative work being done to address critical issues such as gender equality and the rights of older women. Tune in for an inspiring discussion about how local actions can lead to global change! #Soroptimist #Equality #Women'sRights
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Special Episode of On the Ground--League of Women Voters
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Welcome to a special episode of On the Ground, the Global NGO Executive Committee podcast. In this episode, we delve into the vital topics of women's rights, influential change agents in civil society, and strategies for effective advocacy inspired by the League of Women Voters. Guest Interview: Marcia Johnson Esq., a distinguished advocate and expert in civil rights law, joins Adriane Berg, Board Member of GNEC and Representative to the United Nations from the International Federation on Ageing, for an insightful conversation. Key Topics Discussed: The historical impact and legacy...
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GNEC Hackathon--Reaching SDGs Through Technology
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Showcasing the "Winner's Circle", a webinar celebrating the achievements of young innovators in GNEC's global hackathons. These hackathons challenge participants to develop technological solutions addressing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. The webinar features presentations from four winning teams highlighting their projects, their development, and their impact on issues such as accessibility, sustainable agriculture, clean water, and skin cancer detection. Projects included AI apps for the visually impaired, smart gardening platforms, water-purifying...
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On the Ground: Episode 23--Celebrating the January 24th United Nations International Day of Education
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Featuring: AI and Education: Human Agency in an Automated World Under the theme “AI and education: Preserving human agency in a world of automation”, the 2025 International Day of Education encourages reflections on the power of education to equip individuals and communities to navigate, understand and influence technological advancement. As computer and AI-driven systems become more sophisticated, the boundaries between human intention and machine-driven action often blur, raising critical questions about how to preserve, redefine, and, ideally, elevate human agency in an age of...
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Episode 22-- Discover the Olof Palme Peace Foundation International
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Join us in this enlightening episode as we sit down with Dassa Diarra, the acting director and United Nations main representative from the Olaf Palm Peace Foundation International (OPPFI). We delve into the foundation's mission of empowering women and children around the world, tackling issues of abuse and providing a pathway to inner peace. Discover how OPPFI is making a global impact through cooperation, empowerment, and tolerance, and learn about the foundation's history, successes, and challenges along the way. Don't miss this thought-provoking discussion on creating change from the ground...
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On the Ground Episode 21--Hackathon 2024
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Discover the GNEC Hackathon, a contest to offer technology solutions for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Learn how you can participate
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On the Ground Episode 20: Civil Society and the UN Summit of the Future
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This ‘On the Ground’ podcast episode explores insights from the Summit of the Future, an initiative by the United Nations to reform global governance and implement sustainable development goals. Key Takeaways: • The Summit of the Future aimed to address pathways for reforming the UN Charter and achieving sustainable development goals but faced critique for insufficient grassroots involvement. • Despite challenges in civil society...
info_outlineShowcasing the "Winner's Circle", a webinar celebrating the achievements of young innovators in GNEC's global hackathons.
These hackathons challenge participants to develop technological solutions addressing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.
The webinar features presentations from four winning teams highlighting their projects, their development, and their impact on issues such as accessibility, sustainable agriculture, clean water, and skin cancer detection.
Projects included AI apps for the visually impaired, smart gardening platforms, water-purifying drones, and skin cancer detection tools that address racial bias. The Global NGO Executive Committee (GNEC) runs the annual GNEC Hackathon. GNEC leaders highlight the success of the hackathons and the ongoing support they provide to the young innovators.
Resources:
NGO Committee on Education
https://ngoeducation.weebly.com/
International Council of Caring Communities
https://www.universalinclusion.co.uk/news/articles/iccc
The Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues
The 4th GNEC Hackathon, March 24 at 10:30am Eastern Time
Open House, February 24th at 10am Eastern Time