How has ArcelorMittal leveraged improved English proficiency to drive measurable competency improvements and boost overall productivity? Explore three fundamental pillars—Access, Adoption, and Impact—with Stacey, Vincent, and Teddy. Witness the successful implementation of ArcelorMittal's linguistic training program, undertaken by this global company with more than 190,000 employees. Discover how this initiative, catering to thousands of workers, serves as a driving force for inclusiveness within the company.

EU & US join efforts to support Armenia’s sovereignty, democracy & resilience. We are starting a new strategic phase to step up cooperation in all dimensions. A stronger & more stable Armenia means a stronger & more stable South Caucasus. @NikolPashinyan @SecBlinken @vonderleyen

In this episode, European Alternatives travels to Sofia to attend DEMO, a training programme for activists and campaigners from all over the world. We delve into experiences from across decolonial, climate, LGBTQI+ and migrants rights’ campaigns to build a shared intersectional approach to organising for transnational democracy.

This is the biggest national health crisis you've never heard of... The Pacific coastline along the U.S./Mexico border is steeped in rich multi-cultural identities, contains immense biodiversity, and contributes high economic value to both countries. Yet, this region is plagued by severe pollution that threatens public health, limits coastal access, harms ecosystems and wildlife, and jeopardizes local economies. Every day, millions of gallons of untreated sewage, toxic chemicals, and trash flow through the Tijuana River Watershed at the U.S./Mexico border. Our San Diego Surfrider Chapter has been sounding the alarm on this issue for years, and needs your support to bring this issue to the forefront of national attention. Sign the petition to call on the President and Congress to act now and address this national emergency. https://hubs.la/Q02qtWp60

This is the biggest national health crisis you've never heard of... The Pacific coastline along the U.S./Mexico border is steeped in rich multi-cultural identities, contains immense biodiversity, and contributes high economic value to both countries. Yet, this region is plagued by severe pollution that threatens public health, limits coastal access, harms ecosystems and wildlife, and jeopardizes local economies. Every day, millions of gallons of untreated sewage, toxic chemicals, and trash flow through the Tijuana River Watershed at the U.S./Mexico border. Our San Diego Surfrider Chapter has been sounding the alarm on this issue for years, and needs your support to bring this issue to the forefront of national attention. Sign the petition to call on the President and Congress to act now and address this national emergency. https://hubs.la/Q02qtWp60

This is the biggest national health crisis you've never heard of... The Pacific coastline along the U.S./Mexico border is steeped in rich multi-cultural identities, contains immense biodiversity, and contributes high economic value to both countries. Yet, this region is plagued by severe pollution that threatens public health, limits coastal access, harms ecosystems and wildlife, and jeopardizes local economies. Every day, millions of gallons of untreated sewage, toxic chemicals, and trash flow through the Tijuana River Watershed at the U.S./Mexico border. Our San Diego Surfrider Chapter has been sounding the alarm on this issue for years, and needs your support to bring this issue to the forefront of national attention. Sign the petition to call on the President and Congress to act now and address this national emergency. https://hubs.la/Q02qtWp60

Large Language Models (LLMs) have revolutionized numerous aspects of modern life, demonstrating remarkable capabilities in language processing, code generation, and knowledge synthesis. Their potential extends to supporting the achievement of various Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), offering innovative approaches to tackling complex global challenges. One promising application area is the mapping and monitoring phenomena measurable through Earth Observation (EO) data. It's estimated that around 40 of the 169 SDG targets and 30 of the 232 SDG indicators could benefit from the insights provided by the EO data analysis. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) for EO data analysis can further improve the number of SDG indicators that can be monitored with a higher accuracy and frequency. In this context, research is underway to develop multimodal LLMs capable of directly processing EO data. However, these models are often computationally expensive to train, develop, and maintain, making them less feasible for low-capacity, high-risk countries that urgently need technological solutions for disaster mitigation. To address this challenge, we introduce SATGPT (accessible at satgpt.net), an innovative solution that leverages the current capabilities of LLMs and integrates them with cloud computing platforms and EO data. SATGPT represents a fully functional, innovative spatial decision support system designed for rapid deployment, particularly in resource-limited contexts. This webinar presents an instance of SATGPT configured for flood mapping, as an example. It simplifies the process with a user-friendly interface requiring only a prompt specifying flood duration and location. SATGPT leverages LLMs to generate GEE code dynamically, access historical databases, or perform unsupervised classification to detect flooded areas. This innovative integration of LLMs with GEE enhances the speed, accessibility, and real-time capabilities of flood mapping, making it more accessible to non-specialists and supporting resilient disaster management practices. Furthermore, to build the capacity to use these technologies effectively, the talk discusses the development of an online, free, and self-paced course titled Introduction to Geospatial Data Analysis with ChatGPT and Google Earth Engine. This course introduces participants to the fundamentals of ChatGPT and the Earth Engine Code Editor platform, empowering them to process and interpret geospatial data effectively outside the SATGPT. The innovative aspect of the course is developing the Geo-prompt engineering (GPE) concept, which focuses on using spatial, temporal, and satellite sensor-specific information in the prompt engineering process. The course aims to foster broader adoption of SATGPT and similar tools, equipping users with the knowledge and skills needed to leverage advanced technologies in disaster management. This talk is structured to provide a comprehensive overview of SATGPT and its contribution to enhancing flood mapping and disaster management in the Asia-Pacific region. The AI for Good Global Summit is the leading action-oriented United Nations platform promoting AI to advance health, climate, gender, inclusive prosperity, sustainable infrastructure, and other global development priorities. AI for Good is organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) – the UN specialized agency for information and communication technology – in partnership with 40 UN sister agencies and co-convened with the government of Switzerland. Join the Neural Network! 👉https://aiforgood.itu.int/neural-network/ The AI for Good networking community platform powered by AI. Designed to help users build connections with innovators and experts, link innovative ideas with social impact opportunities, and bring the community together to advance the SDGs using AI. 🔴 Watch the latest #AIforGood videos! https://www.youtube.com/c/AIforGood/videos 📩 Stay updated and join our weekly AI for Good newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gI2kJ5 🗞Check out the latest AI for Good news: https://aiforgood.itu.int/newsroom/ 📱Explore the AI for Good blog: https://aiforgood.itu.int/ai-for-good-blog/ 🌎 Connect on our social media: Website: https://aiforgood.itu.int/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AIforGood LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/26511907 LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8567748 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aiforgood Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AIforGood Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed are those of the panelists and do not reflect the official policy of the ITU.

This is the biggest national health crisis you've never heard of... The Pacific coastline along the U.S./Mexico border is steeped in rich multi-cultural identities, contains immense biodiversity, and contributes high economic value to both countries. Yet, this region is plagued by severe pollution that threatens public health, limits coastal access, harms ecosystems and wildlife, and jeopardizes local economies. Every day, millions of gallons of untreated sewage, toxic chemicals, and trash flow through the Tijuana River Watershed at the U.S./Mexico border. Our San Diego Surfrider Chapter has been sounding the alarm on this issue for years, and needs your support to bring this issue to the forefront of national attention. Sign the petition to call on the President and Congress to act now and address this national emergency. https://hubs.la/Q02qtWp60

This is the biggest national health crisis you've never heard of... The Pacific coastline along the U.S./Mexico border is steeped in rich multi-cultural identities, contains immense biodiversity, and contributes high economic value to both countries. Yet, this region is plagued by severe pollution that threatens public health, limits coastal access, hurts ecosystems and wildlife, and jeopardizes local economies and national security. Every day, millions of gallons of untreated sewage, toxic chemicals, and trash flow through the Tijuana River Watershed at the U.S./Mexico border. Our San Diego Surfrider Chapter has been sounding the alarm on this issue for years, and needs your support to bring this issue to the forefront of national attention. Ecosystems are being destroyed, beaches are closed a majority of the year in South San Diego County, and this onslaught of pollution is linked to common illnesses such as asthma, gastrointestinal issues, and skin infections. Even more severe illnesses like hepatitis and flesh eating bacteria have been reported by members of our Military and Border Patrol. 📝 Sign the Petition: https://www.surfrider.org/action/end-the-public-health-and-environmental-justice-emergency-at-the-usmexico-border?hsLang=en

On February 28, the Vice President of the European Commission for Values and Transparency, Věra Jourová, embarked on a strategic initiative known as the Democracy Tour, commencing in Helsinki. Since the launch, she visited several EU member states and met with the representatives of governments, business, and civil society to discuss achievements and remaining gaps in building resilience against foreign malign influence and autocratisation in EU member states, especially in the lead up to the European parliamentary elections. The quest for robust democratic resilience necessitates an integrated approach, incorporating a wide range of defensive mechanisms. These must address both digital and traditional challenges our countries face today, including tackling information manipulation, strategic corruption, undue influence over media ownership, and cybersecurity threats. Despite significant progress in strengthening the EU'sand its member states’ resilience through legislative measures, direct confrontation of adversaries, media literacy campaigns, and various national initiatives, the degree of resilience remains uneven across the Union. How do the existing arsenal of tools at the EU’s and its member states’ disposal fare to safeguard democracy? What are the key achievements of the outgoing Commission in reinforcing the democratic foundations of the European Union? What are the remaining weak spots and how can we tackle them in the future? At this event Vice President Věra Jourová shared preliminary reflections from her Democracy Tour in the ongoing effort to strengthen democratic resilience amidst the complex challenges that confront us today.

Meet the ISEKI team! The ISEKI team from FOODPathS is thrilled to share outcomes from their recent workshop series, where 36 educators from diverse backgrounds collaborated to explore Sustainable Food Systems education. 💡 Their input yielded 200+ ideas on drivers & quality, 150+ identified barriers, and 65 research solutions. FOODPahtS’ commitment to advancing sustainable education remains steadfast. Discover more about the project here 👉 https://www.foodpaths.eu/ Follow us on SciFoodHealth account: https://www.youtube.com/@SciFoodHealth

AboutBulgaria.eu is your gateway to explore the captivating beauty of Bulgaria’s nature and its rich, vibrant culture. Our website features a curated list of Bulgaria’s most enchanting tourist destinations, delves into the intriguing myths and legends that shape the country’s heritage, and offers a comprehensive look at Bulgaria’s fascinating history.

Informative webinar on the significance of HQF (High-Quality Food, Feed Chemical) certification for cleaning stations. In this insightful online event, we will explore the pivotal role of HQF certification in maintaining high standards of hygiene, quality, and food safety within cleaning stations, ensuring the integrity of the products they handle. Download the Presentation Slides and Certificate of Attendance in the files library: https://www.ifsqn.com/forum/index.php/files/file/506-hqf-certification-for-cleaning-stations-elevating-hygiene-and-quality-standards/

The Kelley School of Business's Institute for Corporate Governance (ICG), in partnership with the Ostrom Workshop at Indiana University and ECGI, organised a public lecture on corporate governance. The twenty-second lecture, ESG vs System-Level Investing, was held on 7th March 2024 Professor Caroline Flammer (Columbia University and ECGI) presented the lecture in this series, which was moderated by Professor Matthew Josefy (The Kelley School of Business's Institute). For more information, including slides, please see the following link: https://www.ecgi.global/content/esg-vs-system-level-investing#!event-about

AlphaGeometry, a novel theorem prover for Euclidean plane geometry, overcomes the challenges of machine learning in mathematical domains. Unlike current approaches limited by the high cost of translating human proofs into machine-readable format, and often by a severe scarcity of training data, 100 million theorems and proofs were synthesized for AlphaGeometry to learn entirely from scratch. This system combines a neural language model with a symbolic deduction engine, efficiently navigating through complex problem-solving. Impressively, AlphaGeometry successfully solved 25 out of 30 recent Olympiad-level problems, surpassing previous methods and nearing the capabilities of an International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) gold medalist. It also produced human-readable proofs, excelled in all IMO 2000 and 2015 geometry problems under expert review, and discovered a new version of an IMO 2004 theorem. The AI for Good Global Summit is the leading action-oriented United Nations platform promoting AI to advance health, climate, gender, inclusive prosperity, sustainable infrastructure, and other global development priorities. AI for Good is organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) – the UN specialized agency for information and communication technology – in partnership with 40 UN sister agencies and co-convened with the government of Switzerland. Join the Neural Network! 👉https://aiforgood.itu.int/neural-network/ The AI for Good networking community platform powered by AI. Designed to help users build connections with innovators and experts, link innovative ideas with social impact opportunities, and bring the community together to advance the SDGs using AI. 🔴 Watch the latest #AIforGood videos! https://www.youtube.com/c/AIforGood/videos 📩 Stay updated and join our weekly AI for Good newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gI2kJ5 🗞Check out the latest AI for Good news: https://aiforgood.itu.int/newsroom/ 📱Explore the AI for Good blog: https://aiforgood.itu.int/ai-for-good-blog/ 🌎 Connect on our social media: Website: https://aiforgood.itu.int/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AIforGood LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/26511907 LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8567748 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aiforgood Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AIforGood Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed are those of the panelists and do not reflect the official policy of the ITU.

Join us for the Bioeconomy Changemakers Festival in Brussels at our high-level event and at more than 30 satellite events across Europe. More information: https://research-innovation-community.ec.europa.eu/events/2TokJawDoTNTAmlPP0TnCN/overview

Join us for the Bioeconomy Changemakers Festival in Brussels at our high-level event and at more than 30 satellite events across Europe. More information: https://research-innovation-community.ec.europa.eu/events/2TokJawDoTNTAmlPP0TnCN/overview

The river Minho is a natural border between the north of Portugal and the region of Galicia in Spain. The river’s cross-border territory, which is comprised of natural spaces with a rich biodiversity and environment, is jointly managed by the two countries. However, it has been difficult to achieve smooth cross-border cooperation in this region in terms of management of these areas. National differences in the administration of these areas and a lack of coordination prevent the managing authorities from fully protecting and promoting these shared natural spaces. Source: https://www.b-solutionsproject.com/_files/ugd/8f68c1_d4b7ca6eb8c4448598e62e0b66f8c08e.pdf, pp. 136-138 For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

This testimonial video provide insights on the challenges and the importance of cooperation across borders in addressing natural disasters such as floods, by highlighting a project of great significance in the Greek - Bulgarian cross-border area. Border regions between Greece and Bulgaria are historically vulnerable to floods due to the two transboundary river basins of Struma/Strymon and Evros/Maritsa. The video discusses the importance of bilateral cooperation in increasing the resilience of border regions. It marks out Flood Protection, one of the largest Interreg V-A Greece Bulgaria 2014-2020 strategic projects aiming to improve resilience of the cross-border area in times of crisis. The project brought together authorities from both sides of the border to provide tangible outputs such as large-scale infrastructure upgrades and increased disaster handling capacity. The person featured in the video is the Project Manager Mr Konstantinos Michailidis. For more information on EU regional policy, please visit our website: https://europa.eu/!Yy67HF Follow us on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EUinmyregion - Twitter: https://twitter.com/euinmyregion - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euinmyregion/

EU Internet Forum: Commissioner for Home Affairs, Ylva Johansson, will host the ninth high-level Ministerial meeting of the EU Internet Forum, bringing together Justice and Home Affairs Ministers, Europol, online platforms, international partners and researchers to discuss shared responsibilities for ensuring security online.

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 event has been designed and moderated by Arnault Morisson and Astrid Severin. 00:01:00 Introduction to the webinar by Arnault Morisson 00:13:49 Keynote speech by Carlotta Fioretti, European Urban Initiative Expert, Sevilla, Spain on Sustainable urban development for small urban areas 00:24:11 Q&A: How did you select the case studies? Were they based on their capacity to leverage European funding or initiatives? 00:25:24 Q&A: You mentioned that projects or programmes that small urban areas are choosing are less ambitious or less complex than bigger cities. Do you think it is a problem or perhaps a good thing to do? 00:27:09 Q&A: You mentioned they are choosing smaller projects, even if they are ERDF funded. Do you think that it is because of the co-finance that needs to be provided or because of the nature of the projects that are being financed? 00:28:55 Q&A: From the case studies you presented, is there one town that did very well? And if so, why? 00:30:40 Q&A: Regarding sustainable urban development strategies, their implementation is not evenly covering EU territories, is there a. reason? 00:32:07 Q&A: Do you think one of the main problems is the lack of capacity, expertise, skills, and knowledge? 00:33:20 Presentation by Andrés Caballero Quintana from the Municipality of Las Palmas, Spain on Las Palmas Cuidad del Mar (ECORIS3 project) 00:46:12 Q&A: When you started thinking about the strategy in 2010, were you thinking of the blue economy and blue growth because you were expecting funding opportunities on the European level? 00:48:20 Q&A: You mentioned you mix different funding, and said that this was difficult. How did you do that? 00:51:00 Presentation by Egons Spalans from Ventspils City Council, Latvia on the Ventspils Digital Centre (SKILLS+ project) 01:12:41 Q&A: What were the main challenges to building those science centres through those types of funding? Panel discussion 01:14:03 Q&A: You outlined you have been using different types of funding. Is there any type of funding that worked particularly well? Or is there anything missing? 01:24:44 Q&A: Small urban areas often don't have the right capacities. Do you have any insight on how to raise this capacity?

In this Frontiers Forum Deep Dive session on 18 January 2024, Sofia Palazzo Corner, Prof Martin Siegert and Prof Joeri Rogelj discussed the amount of temperature change we can expect after CO₂ emissions from human activities reach net zero, and how this can be built into climate models. They were joined for a panel and question and answer session by Ben Sanderson, Charlie Koven and Tessa Khan. The session brought together the authors of the Frontiers in Science lead article ‘The Zero Emissions Commitment (ZEC) and climate stabilization’ in which they present the first comprehensive analysis of Earth processes controlling global temperatures and our knowledge gaps for each – plus a pioneering framework for building climate models that are better equipped to predict ZEC. Links: • View the Frontiers in Science lead article at: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/science/articles/10.3389/fsci.2023.1170744/full • View the Frontiers in Science article hub at: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/science/article-hubs/global-warming-after-net-zero Speakers: • Sofia Palazzo Corner | Imperial College London, UK • Prof Martin Siegert | University of Exeter, UK • Joeri Rogelj | Imperial College London, UK • Ben Sanderson | Center for International Climate Research (CICERO), Norway • Charlie Koven | Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, USA • Tessa Khan | Uplift UK INTRODUCTION 00:00:00 Opening 00:00:30 Welcome & introduction | Gilbert De Gregorio | Head of Partnerships, Frontiers Planet Prize 00:04:39 Setting the scene | Prof Martin Siegert | University of Exeter 00:06:53 The Zero Emissions Commitment and climate stabilization | Sofia Palazzo Corner | Imperial College London PANEL DISCUSSION 00:21:53 Introduction of panel session | Gilbert De Gregorio | Head of Partnerships, Frontiers Planet Prize 00:24:26 Panel discussion on what's next after net zero? | Facilitated by Prof Martin Siegert | University of Exeter Q&A SESSION 00:55:20 Audience Q&A session CONCLUSION 01:23:08 Closing remarks from Joeri Rogelj | Imperial College London Frontiers Forum Deep Dive sessions bring researchers, policy experts, and innovators together from around the world, to discuss a specific area of transformational science published in Frontiers' flagship multidisciplinary journal, Frontiers in Science, and explore next steps for the field. Watch previous sessions at https://forum.frontiersin.org.

Military mobility is about ensuring that we have the capabilities, the structures, the procedures to swiftly move troops and military equipment across borders if need be. We need to work faster and harder on this, said HR/VP Josep Borrell at the @EUDefenceAgency Symposium.

The Energy Poverty Advisory Hub interviewed Carmen Sánchez Guevara during the Energy Poverty Advisory Hub annual conference 2023 in Warsaw, Poland. To find out more about the initiative, visit: energy-poverty.ec.europa.eu #EPAH #energypoverty

Hosts: ISOCARP and RTPI Moderator: Tjark Gall. Keynote Speaker: Debra Roberts During 1.5 hours, international experts discussed what the current international climate debate means for #Cities, how #PlanningPractitioners can contribute to #ClimateAction, and what is next. Debra Roberts highlighted in her keynote the key components, including #Mitigation, #Adaptation, the #IPCC reports, and urgency and potential for local action. This was followed by a roundtable moderated by Victoria Hills (RTPI) and the speakers Lea Ranalder (UN-Habitat), Goksen sahin (ICLEI), Sue Bridge (RTPI), and Martina Juvara (ISOCARP). The discussion covered the current risks and challenges, potentials of interventions, and the role of planners in the process. Some key outputs are the needs for 1) #CapacityDevelopment at scale, 2) #LocalGovernments becoming even more active to push their agendas on both national and international scale, and 3) #RemainingHopeful that climate action remains meaningful despite challenging trends. The session was closed with statements of ISOCARP and RTPI’s respective presidents, @Pietro Elisei and @Sue Bridge, focusing on the roles of professional organisations in supporting and activating their members.

The investment challenge is fundamental to mobilizing financial resources for the transformation toward climate neutrality. Every investment decision today locks us into a specific future - we must be careful about directing investment flows meaningfully. Maximizing green investments and providing predictability for economic actors need coordination at EU level and policies effectively promoting the transformation towards climate neutrality. Key policies should consider, among others, a long-term climate investment plan, securing adequate public funding and making sure the banking sector is implementing the existing regulations properly. What policies do we need to promote investment and finance in support of the EU’s climate ambition? In this 4th episode, together with investment and finance experts Julie Evain (I4CE) and Thomas Pellerin-Carlin (I4CE), we uncover the essential role of investment in climate policy by examining the EU’s role in mobilizing green investments for a resilient climate-neutral economy. We discuss how EU policies can provide predictability to economic actors and build a long-term vision towards climate neutrality. We also explore the role of the banking sector and the use of banks’ transition plans to make sure banks consider climate related risks and direct investments properly. Tune in and enjoy the conversation! The podcast is available on all relevant streaming platforms, such as: Podigee: https://climateonair.podigee.io/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/574e45ywMm1W25sUTV22aG Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/us/show/5985677 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8bb556af-bbf9-4503-a03b-f1aac763c0cd/climate-on-air-%E2%80%93-discussing-the-future-of-eu-climate-policy Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1684485127 The podcast is produced by Ecologic Institute Berlin and Eastern University of Finland (UEF). Find out more about the CLIMATE ON AIR – Discussing the future of EU climate policy podcast on our website (https://www.4i-traction.eu/outputs/4i-traction-podcast-climate-air-discussing-future-eu-climate-policy) or follow @4iTraction on Twitter (https://twitter.com/4iTraction)

On the occasion of the UNFCCC COP 28 in Dubaï (United Arab Emirates), the 4 per 1000 Initiative: Soils for Food Security held the 6th 4 per 1000 Initiative Day on Wednesday, November 16th, 2022, in the Dubaï Dusit Conference Hall. The International Initiative 4 per 1000, launched by France on December 1st, 2015, at the COP 21, consists of federating all voluntary stakeholders of the public and private sectors (national governments, local and regional governments, companies, trade organizations, NGOs, research facilities, etc.) under the framework of the Lima-Paris Action Plan (LPAP). The Initiative aims to demonstrate that agriculture, particularly agricultural soils, can play a crucial role in food security and climate change. Supported by solid scientific documentation, this initiative invites all partners to state or implement some practical actions on soil carbon storage and the type of practices to achieve this (e.g., agroecology, agroforestry, conservation agriculture, landscape management, etc.). The initiative aims to encourage stakeholders to transition towards a productive, highly resilient agriculture based on the appropriate management of lands and soils, creating jobs and incomes, and ensuring sustainable development.

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El inicio de la profilaxis preexposición oral el mismo día es elevado entre adolescentes hombres que tienen sexo con hombres y mujeres transgénero en Brasil

🎤 Join us for a chat with Sofia Shakil, the Director of the Human and Social Development at the Asian Development Bank! Discover how the bank is boosting skills development and education. 🚀 Learn about Sofia's journey and how she got started in this field, and the crucial role she played in preparing the World Bank Education Project many years ago! 📚 Dive into Sofia's passion for promoting girl's education 💪 Explore the key performance indicators (KPIs) and when a program is considered impactful. 📈 And uncover the challenges faced in implementing government educational programs. Sofia also shares her insights on empowering women through economic initiatives. 💼 🗣️ Don't miss this engaging conversation with Pilvi Torsti, where we explore the Asian Development Bank's impactful work in skill development and education.

Watch our webinar with Dee Kearney about youth worker education at level 5 in Ireland, organised in the framework of our Shaping youth policies in practice project. Dee Kearney is currently working in the Liberties College, part of the further education sector in Dublin, Ireland. She has had a rich and diverse career, of which the last 27 years have been deeply immersed in the field of QQI Level 5, as the lead co-ordinator of Youth Work programmes in Dublin’s inner city. Dee has taken an active role in course development, strategic planning, creative programming and design, module writing, internal and external authentication, and module migration. The potential for national and international collaborative opportunities, in a digital environment are important to Dee, as they offer wider benefits to students from economically challenged backgrounds. She believes that youth work students benefit from new horizons and different professional perspectives. Dee embeds Universal Design concepts and processes in her work, with inclusion and achievement central to the programme philosophy. Supporting the student’s academic journey has resulted in a significant percentage of her students progressing to higher education or employment. Additional interests include cooking, painting, craft, jewellery design and upcycling. Would you like to know more? ➡️ https://go.coe.int/Iq30X

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On November 21, 2023, in the heart of Brussels, a landmark event celebrated the 15th anniversary of the European Commission’s Open Source Observatory (OSOR). The conference, titled 'OSOR Turns 15: From Pioneering to Mainstreaming Open Technologies in Public Services,' brought together many of the brightest minds in the open-source field. In this video, you can relive the high level panel on “Open Source and Digital Opportunities for European Public Services”, moderated by Maximilian Strotmann, Member of the Commissioner Hahn’s Cabinet. Speakers: Alexandra Van Huffelen, Minister for Digitalisation, Ministerie van Binnenlandse Zaken en Koninkrijksrelaties Natalia Aristimuño Pérez, Director of Digital Enablers & Innovation, European Commission’s Directorate-General for Digital Services Francesca Bria, Innovation Economist and Digital Policy Expert, Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose Bozhidar Bozhanov, Chairman of the Committee on Electronic Governance and Information Technologies, Bulgarian Parliament Amandeep Gill, UN Secretary-General's Envoy on Technology, United Nations Stéphanie Schaer, Directrice Interministérielle du Numérique, DINUM

Taking place in parallel to the COP28 conference in Dubai, UAE, the EU side events will tackle the most pressing climate-related issues. Sessions will be held in-person onsite in Dubai, in Brussels and online-only, and will all be livestreamed here and on the dedicated event platform. Discover the full programme of EU side events: https://www.cop28eusideevents.eu/e/programme?date=dec-01 About the EU side events at COP28: https://www.cop28eusideevents.eu/e/about Register to access the COP28 EU side events: https://www.cop28eusideevents.eu/e/home Join the conversation: #EUatCOP28

Taking place in parallel to the COP28 conference in Dubai, UAE, the EU side events will tackle the most pressing climate-related issues. Sessions will be held in-person onsite in Dubai, in Brussels and online-only, and will all be livestreamed here and on the dedicated event platform. Discover the full programme of EU side events: https://www.cop28eusideevents.eu/e/programme?date=dec-01 About the EU side events at COP28: https://www.cop28eusideevents.eu/e/about Register to access the COP28 EU side events: https://www.cop28eusideevents.eu/e/home Join the conversation: #EUatCOP28

Taking place in parallel to the COP28 conference in Dubai, UAE, the EU side events will tackle the most pressing climate-related issues. Sessions will be held in-person onsite in Dubai, in Brussels and online-only, and will all be livestreamed here and on the dedicated event platform. Discover the full programme of EU side events: https://www.cop28eusideevents.eu/e/programme?date=dec-01 About the EU side events at COP28: https://www.cop28eusideevents.eu/e/about Register to access the COP28 EU side events: https://www.cop28eusideevents.eu/e/home Join the conversation: #EUatCOP28

More info: https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/newsroom-and-events/events/easa-annual-safety-conference-2023

European cheeses are more than just food; they represent a promise of exquisite and authentic flavours. The 27 Member States of the EU together produce thousands of different varieties of cheese. The main types of cheese are soft, semi-soft, firm, blue-veined and fresh. European cheese is your passport to cheesy perfection! Elevate your DIY pizzas and more with us.​ #morethanfood #europeancheese #authenticflavours #foodstories

Meet Oscar Smrzka, Founder and CEO/CSO of Ablevia. Ablevia was at the Vienna BioCenter Campus in 2018 and was as born from the idea that deep knowledge about the target structures of antibodies should enable to create a therpautic principle for the rapid removal of harmful and disease-causing antibodies. www.ablevia.com This interview is part of the “Academia-2-Entrepreneurs (A2E)” interview series. The video project simplifies the early engagement with the challenges and opportunities of founding a company in the health sector. The series of video interviews with established founders provides students and young researchers from health sciences and medicine with valuable insights into important first steps as an entrepreneur in Austria. It serves as inspiration for those considering a career in the start-up world. This project was led by EIT Health Austria and funded by the Austrian Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research. Project partners were the Medical University Graz, FH Campus Wien, the University of Continuing Education Krems and the Ludwig Boltzmann Gesellschaft Career Center. For more information visit www.eithealth.eu/academia-2-entrepreneurs. #a2e #academia-2-entrepreneurs #startups #healthcare #Austria

Statement by the Head of the Delegation of Bulgaria at the Plenary Session of the 30th OSCE Ministerial Council, Skopje, North Macedonia, 30 November - 1 December 2023.

This seminar investigated, with reference to the Italian context and the local level, on which base discriminatory rules have been introduced, which types of benefits or services are denied, in which ways local authorities try to combine formal respect to equality of treatment and the political purpose to exclude or disadvantage immigrants and refugees. This kind of discrimination stems from the relatively wide level of autonomy that local authorities enjoy in Italy and is connected with various policies of exclusion enacted in the last decades in Italy, since Italy discovered to have become a country of immigration and the issue began to be exploited on the political ground. Speaker: Maurizio Ambrosini (University of Milan).Chair: Clare Fox-Ruhs (Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies, EUI).

Agagul goes to school, works at a restaurant and he is the captain of the Bulgarian cricket team. Ensuring that every human being has an opportunity to fulfil his/her development potential starts is the aim of this project, co-funded by the 2014-2020 Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund of the European Union. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/47S1l2j Check our website: https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/index_en Follow us on: - X/Twitter: https://bit.ly/47OOpe5 We are the European Commission’s department in charge of Migration and Home Affairs (DG HOME), under the leadership of Commissioner Ylva Johansson. #MigrationEU #SecurityEU #SchengenEU Learn about EU funded projects on: - LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3T9TTLA

Bulgarian PM Nikolay Denkov addressed the European Parliament in Strasbourg. Watch the full debate here: https://youtube.com/live/2iwZnnTPXic

The following tutorial will guide you through the information and documentation made available for applicant for the Innovation Fund calls. The Innovation Fund is a dedicated funding programme for the deployment and up-scaling of innovative low-carbon technologies, aiming to bring to the market industrial solutions to decarbonise Europe. The Innovation Fund is funded with revenues from the auctioning of allowances from the EU Emissions Trading System.

On World Television Day the 21 November 2023, Mario Maniewicz, Director, Radiocommunication Bureau, ITU delivers a message at World Radiocommunciation Conference. (WRC-23) For further information please visit: http://www.itu.int #ituwrc #dubai #uae #UN #unitednations #radiocommunication #Itu #worldtelevisionday

Bulgaria’s Premier Nikolay Denkov will outline his views on the challenges facing Europe and its future to members of the European Parliament in Strasbourg. President Metsola and Prime Minister Denkov will have a bilateral meeting before his speech in plenary. This will be the twelfth This is Europe debate in the European Parliament, and the fifth in 2023, following Cyprus’ President Christodoulides (13 June), Germany’s Chancellor Olaf Scholz (9 May), Luxembourg’s Prime Minister Xavier Bettel (19 April) and Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda (14 March). The EU leaders who participated in this debate series in 2022 were Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi, Ireland’s Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin, and Slovenian Prime Minister Robert Golob. Nikolay Denkov was born in 1962. He is an academic, professor and doctor of science in physical chemistry. He was Minister of Education and Science in 2017 and from 2021-2022. On 6 June 2023, he became the 58th Prime Minister of Bulgaria.

We will provide an update on MDB efforts to leverage Article 6 to scale up climate finance for developing countries and enable a rapid scale up of net zero solutions. While the Paris rulebook has been agreed, there is a need to support countries in making choices about the scope and level of their engagement in international carbon markets, balancing benefits and implications. MDBs have a key role to play in supporting host countries in implementing the agreed Article 6 rulebook. Creating an enabling environment by developing practical yet robust implementation options, defining common principles of Paris-aligned carbon markets, while testing necessary market infrastructure are thereby key objectives.

The CLEVER Cities Guidance is an online platform conceptualized by Ecologic Institute to give you unique insight into the multifaceted world of sustainable urban development. This introductory video aims to raise not only the interest but also the engagement of stakeholders from local governments, the academic community and the public and to bridge the gap between the different target groups. The video takes you through the CLEVER Cities Guidance, clearly highlighting the concrete contribution it makes in the context of sustainable urban development. It provides an in-depth insight into the content of the guidance and illustrates the variety of materials and information available. We invite you to visit the CLEVER Cities guidance (https://clever-guidance.clevercities.eu/) to explore the findings of the CLEVER Cities project and its partner cities and to discover evidence-based approaches and innovative case studies on how nature-based solutions strengthen urban regeneration and drive more resilient, sustainable and prosperous cities!

This is an information event targeted to potential applicants to the 2024 topics included in the Research Infrastructures Work Programme. More information: https://research-innovation-community.ec.europa.eu/events/6OkcRoOHWJHInZinyNmvui/overview

EU Commissioner for Energy Kadri Simson delivers a keynote speech at Power Summit 2023 highlighting the main steps taken by the @EuropeanCommission within the REPower EU plan and Europe's strategy to meet its #decarbonisation goals. Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAnXXtI_MaM #REPowerEU #energytransition #europeancommission

This flagship conference is one of Cedefop’s key contributions to the European Year of Skills. The conference offered a platform to stimulate dialogue, to disseminate research and policy findings, and to reflect on how to better match VET, skills and qualifications with the evolving needs of the workforce and wider society. Cedefop for European Year of Skills flagship event 12 October 2023, Brussels

ITU is the recipient of the 2023 Television Academy Engineering, Science & Technology Emmy Award for the development of a radiocommunication standard for High Dynamic Range Television (HDR-TV).

High-level Conference on New Technologies for Clean Energy Transition

SEMIC 2023, the annual Semantic Interoperability Conference of DG DIGIT, was held on the 18th of October in Madrid. The event, centered on the theme of “Interoperable Europe in the Age of AI”, was co-organised by the European Commission and the Spanish Presidency of the Council of the European Union. This Panel Discussion explores the technological, societal and policy implications of the current and upcoming developments in #AI and #interoperability through the lens of upcoming policy acts. The conversation was moderated by Margarida Ribeiro, Head of Sector - Digital strategy and transformation, DG DIGIT, European Commission. Interested in learning more about public sector interoperability? Visit the Joinup platform: https://joinup.ec.europa.eu/

SEMIC 2023, the annual Semantic Interoperability Conference of DG DIGIT, was held on the 18th of October in Madrid. The event, centered on the theme of “Interoperable Europe in the Age of AI”, was co-organised by the European Commission and the Spanish Presidency of the Council of the European Union. In the current video recording, you can relive the Panel discussion on the potential of AI to support interoperability and vice-versa. Panelists from different Member States presented success stories and challenges regarding the deployment of #AI in the public sector. The sessions was moderated by Leontina Sandu, Head of the #Interoperability Unit of DG DIGIT, European Commission. Interested in learning more about public sector interoperability? Visit the Joinup platform: https://joinup.ec.europa.eu/

On 24 October 2023, the Policy Learning Platform hosted a webinar on the topic of cultural initiatives as levers for social cohesion.

ITU is the recipient of the 2023 Television Academy Engineering, Science & Technology Emmy Award for the development of a radiocommunication standard for High Dynamic Range Television (HDR-TV). The standard enables the reproduction of a wider and more accurate range of colours resulting in more vibrant and true-to-life colours and video images.

In this video, Nika Levikov from F6S explains the connection between the EU-funded project DRG4FOOD and its sister project FOODITY. She also explores how the collaborative efforts of these projects are important for the establishment of a more transparent and trustworthy food system. For more information, visit https://drg4food.eu/

L'agriculture fait battre le cœur de nos campagnes à travers l'Europe, mais son statut dans la société européenne fragilise l’avenir non seulement des communautés rurales, mais aussi de notre sécurité alimentaire. Le secteur a du mal à attirer les jeunes et à ce jour, faute de garanties de revenus corrects, de conditions de travail décentes et d’équilibre entre vie professionnelle et vie privée, le renouvellement générationnel dans les exploitations agricoles européennes est compromis. Dans son 31ème épisode, Nourrir l’Europe s’intéresse au versant social de la politique agricole commune (PAC) de l'Union européenne et à la manière dont il cherche à renforcer la résilience des communautés et des individus qui façonnent nos campagnes et la production de notre nourriture. Le podcast explore notamment les initiatives visant à assurer le renouvellement des générations dans l’agriculture et le principe de « conditionnalité sociale », dont les mécanismes visent à améliorer les conditions de travail et de vie dans le secteur. A travers l’histoire de Johannes Schullern et Christina Proßepper, un couple de jeunes agriculteurs autrichiens, nous vous faisons découvrir les ressorts de la succession extrafamiliale. Florian Jungreithmeier de l’ONG Perspektive Landwirtschaft, qui les a aidés à trouver une exploitation à reprendre, nous explique les avantages de ce type de transmission. Avec Doris Letina, du Conseil européen des jeunes agriculteurs, nous revenons sur les raisons du malaise qui touche la profession. Enrico Somaglia, de la Fédération européenne des syndicats de l'alimentation, de l'agriculture et du tourisme et les fonctionnaires de la DG AGRI Margaret Bateson et María Gafo livrent leur analyse de la situation et des ébauches de solution. #agriculture #social #conditionnalitésociale #renouvellementgénérationnel #PAC #agriculture #farmtofork #farm2fork #aveniragricole

Who and under what terms should members of Canadian society without full immigration status be able to access permanent residence has been the subject of long-term struggle. This seminar addressed intensified struggles over access to permanent residence and permanent immigration levels in Canada amidst and emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic as part of a project that that employs critical policy discourse analysis (CPDA; Montesano Montessori, Farrelly, and Mulderrig 2019) to examine press releases, platforms, and mandate letters published between March 2020 and the end of 2022 by actors active in Canada’s immigration battleground (Ambrosini 2021) at the federal level. Outside of the far right and Quebec separatist Bloc Québécois party who apply their own notable political pressures, there has recently been near discursive consensus at the Federal level of politics in Canada concerning the need for increased pathways to permanent residence for those living under temporary migration categories in Canada – an important discursive opening in policy discussions. However despite criticism from the social democratic NDP, labour unions, and migrant justice organizations, employers have been further empowered as actors in terms of setting the terms of societal membership in Canada in a manner that matches their policy demands and advocacy for greater access to migrant worker labour. Measures to implement pathways to permanent residence have been modest in comparison, despite discourses and government mandate letters that would imply a facilitative approach to access to permanent residence and citizenship across skill levels and legal statuses. The expansion of migrant labour continues to far exceed that of permanent immigration levels. Thus while the ubiquity of pathways discourse has indicated a potential political opening for more inclusive policies, actual policy developments – or a lackthereof – demonstrate their limits to date and fundamental continuities in the direction of Canadian immigration and migration policies, despite discourses celebrating the contributions of migrant and precarious status workers during the pandemic. Substantively, pathways discourses and proposals appear to have provided a way for actors with very different political and policy agendas to signal their commitment to immigrant and migrant rights, but without necessarily engaging in more inclusive structural change that would address the insecurities and exploitation experienced by many living under temporary or precarious statuses. The continued growth of Canada’s migrant worker and precarious status population and the crucial rights that accrue to those who achieve permanent residence mean that pathways discourses and policies granting access to permanent residence will continue to be of tremendous importance and highly contested. Talk delivered by John Carlaw, Senior Research Associate, CERC in Migration and Integration Program, Toronto Metropolitan University: https://www.torontomu.ca/cerc-migration/People/researchers/john-carlaw/. Seminar chaired by Marina Keda, Jean Monnet fellow at the Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies of the European University Institute.

Young climate activist Francisco Vera will take the floor at the High Level Conference “UDHR Fit For Purpose” in Madrid, co-organised with the Spanish Presidency of the Council of the EU. We need youth by our side, as essential partners in shaping a better future for all. #ourvoiceourfuture

In today’s competitive knowledge-based economy, learning and development (L&D) is no longer a nice-to-have perk; it’s a strategic priority for companies of all sizes. L&D helps entrepreneurs attract top talent, keep teams engaged, and bridge skill gaps. Join us for a chat with L&D experts Anne-Marie Burbidge and Elfride Boute as we discuss why L&D matters for small businesses and share practical tips for starting your learning journey without spending a fortune. Here’s a sneak peak of what’s in store: • The strategic role of L&D for any business • How small businesses can get started with L&D, even on a tight budget • Dealing with the main obstacles that come up with L&D • Finding alternatives to expensive formal training programmes • Nurturing a culture of continuous learning • Tips for organising L&D events that hit the mark • Ways to improve your L&D efforts right now #EENCanHelp

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HR/VP Josep Borrell doorstep remarks after the Peace Day Effort Ministerial-Level side event on 18 September 2023.

HR/VP Josep Borrell press conference after the High-Level meeting of Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue on 14 September 2023.

A French government agency said the iPhone 12 exposed people to too much electromagnetic radiation and ordered it withdrawn from sale. READ MORE : https://www.euronews.com/2023/09/13/apple-ordered-to-stop-selling-iphone-12-in-france-over-high-levels-of-electromagnetic-radi Euronews Next is a future-focused news section covering global innovation, science and technology with a European perspective. Our dedicated team of journalists aims to educate and inspire today’s leaders by providing them with analysis and insights into the people and organisations shaping our future #Health

The Traversing European Coastlines (TREC) expedition is a flagship project of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL). It travels along the European coastlines to explore the biodiversity and molecular adaptability of microbial communities as well as key selected organisms. In July 2023 the expedition arrived at the Askö Laboratorry, in the Trosa archipelago in Sweden, to sample soil, air, sediment and water. Stockholm University Baltic Sea Centre's scientific leader Christoph Humborg helped the TREC team with all the practicalities and to select suitable sampling sites. In this video, he comments on the importance of the data that will result from the TREC project for the research conducted at the Baltic Sea Centre focusing on climate and coastal ecosystems. Credits Footage: Michaela Lundell/Baltic Sea Centre, Stockholm University Video production: Rossana De Lorenzi/EMBL © European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL)

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Adelia Candido, former Product Manager Travel & Tourism Training, explains the role of IATA’s working groups & Advisor Councils in ensuring that our training content is always relevant for the industry. Learn more about IATA Training: https://www.iata.org/celebrating-50-years #iatatraining #training #aviation #career #avgeek #traininglife #aviationlife #aviationtraining #classroom #learning #instructorled #airtransport #iata #training #course #coursecontent #relevancy #coursematerial

Cleveron 402 is an innovative high-tech self-service parcel delivery solution that allows you to efficiently pick up and return parcels. Cleveron 402 is designed to automate high volume in-store click and collect parcel storing, delivering and returning operations. More about it here: https://www.euipo.europa.eu/en/designs/designeuropa-awards/awards-2023/cleveron More about DesignEuropa Awards 2023 here: https://www.euipo.europa.eu/en/designs/designeuropa-awards

Find out more: https://www.iea.org/news/cop28-and-iea-convene-first-high-level-dialogue-on-building-a-1-5-c-aligned-energy-transition IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol and other IEA leaders participated in a series of international ministerial forums on energy and climate issues in Goa, India, late last week, culminating in the G20 Energy Ministers Meeting. Dr Birol took part in high-level discussions with energy and climate leaders in Goa, highlighting the urgency of accelerating clean energy transitions worldwide in order to advance sustainable development, reach climate goals, enhance energy security and take advantage of the new global energy economy that is emerging. In particular, he underscored the need for countries to commit to doubling global progress on energy efficiency and tripling global renewable power capacity by 2030 to keep the target of limiting global warming to 1.5 °C within reach. Such commitments would be important for ensuring a successful outcome at the COP28 climate summit in December. As well as the G20 Ministers Meeting – which brought together representatives from 20 of the world’s major economies – the gatherings in Goa included the annual Clean Energy Ministerial and the Mission Innovation Ministerial – initiatives for which the IEA provides key support. On the sidelines of these events, we also co-hosted with the United Arab Emirates’ COP28 Presidency the first in a series of high-level dialogues with ministers and business leaders on building consensus for a 1.5 °C-aligned energy transition (more on this further down in the newsletter). In Goa, Dr Birol also held bilateral meetings with ministers from a wide range of countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Denmark, India, Japan, Singapore and South Africa. The IEA has been working closely with India – both on its G20 Presidency and its own energy and climate goals – and last week released a new report on Transitioning India’s Road Transport Sector. It examines how carbon emissions from road transport are likely to grow under existing policies and compares these projections with a pathway that could align the sector with India’s goal to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2070. #energy #energytransitions #india #modi

FITcert is the premier certification scheme exclusively recognized in Europe for fitness clubs. Built upon the new European standards EN17229, FITcert empowers fitness clubs to demonstrate their commitment to operational excellence and exceptional management practices. By achieving FITcert certification, clubs establish themselves as champions of high customer service standards and providers of safe environments for their valued members. Join the FITcert movement today and let's collaboratively strengthen our sector, enhance its reputation, and foster greater accountability. Together, we can build a more robust and respected fitness industry! 🔗 Visit our website at www.fitcert.eu to discover more about our certification scheme and its remarkable benefits. #FITcert #FitnessClubs #CertificationScheme #Standards #HealthcareService #EuropeActive #FitnessIndustry

The United Nations General Assembly set to hold a High-Level Meeting on Universal Health Coverage (UHC), there has been a surge in ambitious initiatives by civil society organizations to advocate for the importance of UHC for different stakeholders. This is particularly important as there are currently 1.8 billion young people worldwide, making it one of the largest demographic groups. To leverage the power of youth in strengthening global health security and promoting healthier communities, the International Pharmaceutical Students' Federation (IPSF) and the International Federation of Medical Students' Association (IFMSA), as leading young health professional organizations, are planning a session during the World Health Summit 2023 to reflect on the outcomes of the High-Level Meetings on UHC, Pandemic Preparedness and Response and Tuberculosis. The session will specifically focus on sharing critical perspectives and the vision of youth in accelerating progress towards Universal Health Coverage and harnessing the power of innovation and technologies for Global Health Security, which are central topics in achieving health equity. The urgency for digital transformations in global health is a key concern for young people, and the session aims to bring together youth and stakeholders to brainstorm innovative solutions and crucial action points post-discussions at the High-Level Meetings during the United Nations General Assembly. The IPSF and IFMSA intend to reflect on how youth can be involved in the implementation process of the declarations and position them as active contributors to the achievement of Universal Health Coverage and the resilience of health systems.

On 26 and 27 June 2023, the European Alliance for Apprenticeships (EAfA) held its 2023 high-level event in Brussels, Belgium. The event marked the Alliance’s 10th anniversary as well as the 5th anniversary of the European Framework for Quality and Effective Apprenticeships. Watch Day 2 here: https://youtu.be/HTB6uyCFqcM

On 26 and 27 June 2023, the European Alliance for Apprenticeships (EAfA) held its 2023 high-level event in Brussels, Belgium. The event marked the Alliance’s 10th anniversary as well as the 5th anniversary of the European Framework for Quality and Effective Apprenticeships. Watch Day 1 here: https://youtu.be/f_Pow03LwbI

While the advertising industry eagerly embraces AI, understanding the implications for sustainability is a crucial aspect that should not be overlooked. READ MORE : https://www.euronews.com/2023/06/30/ai-and-the-attention-economy-how-the-tech-can-be-leveraged-to-promote-a-sustainable-future Euronews Next is a future-focused news section covering global innovation, science and technology with a European perspective. Our dedicated team of journalists aims to educate and inspire today’s leaders by providing them with analysis and insights into the people and organisations shaping our future #BiztechNews

While the advertising industry eagerly embraces AI, understanding the implications for sustainability is a crucial aspect that should not be overlooked. READ MORE : https://www.euronews.com/2023/06/30/ai-and-the-attention-economy-how-the-tech-can-be-leveraged-to-promote-a-sustainable-future Euronews Next is a future-focused news section covering global innovation, science and technology with a European perspective. Our dedicated team of journalists aims to educate and inspire today’s leaders by providing them with analysis and insights into the people and organisations shaping our future #BiztechNews

Through the #CoalRegionsWBUA exchange programme, coal regions from the Western Balkans, Ukraine and the EU start direct dialogues and learn from each other’s experiences how to accelerate their own clean energy transition. The exchange between Kakanj and Breza (Bosnia and Herzegovina) and the Stara Zagora region (Bulgaria) took place in February–May 2023. More: https://energy.ec.europa.eu/topics/oil-gas-and-coal/coal-regions-western-balkans-and-ukraine/coal-regions-exchange-programme_en #CoalRegionsWBUA #CoalRegionsEU #JustTransition

Local and regional authorities have the potential of becoming a real driving force of the European energy transition. However, this still needs to be clearly reflected at the national level. The upcoming review of National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs) could be a chance for Member States to improve their processes and use a multi-level governance approach. The speakers focus on the imperative to embed local authorities and stakeholders in the update of these strategic plans and share the different multi-level dialogue practices implemented in some of the EU Member States. ➔ More about the session from the #EUSEW2023 event platform: https://interactive.eusew.eu/eusew-2023/sessions/c1b96b56-beb3-4c16-9270-8e01b94ededb About EUSEW: https://sustainable-energy-week.ec.europa.eu/index_en Policy Conference programme: https://interactive.eusew.eu/eusew-2023/programme Join the EUSEW community: https://ec.europa.eu/newsroom/cinea/user-subscriptions/2798/create ______________________________________ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/euenergyweek/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/euenergyweek Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4197341/ ______________________________________ The European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) is the biggest annual event dedicated to renewables and efficient energy use in Europe. It is organised by the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) and the Directorate-General for Energy.

Heating accounts for a significant share of European emissions and energy consumption. Replacing fossil-based heating sources is crucial to achieve EU climate targets. This session will delve into key aspects of sustainable heating technologies and their potential for reducing emissions, with examples from three European cities, investigating how to implement sustainable heating solutions on a large scale across the EU. ➔ More about the session from the #EUSEW2023 event platform: https://interactive.eusew.eu/eusew-2023/sessions/a0a66762-db37-4688-bf9c-de7dfbd9a164 About EUSEW: https://sustainable-energy-week.ec.europa.eu/index_en Policy Conference programme: https://interactive.eusew.eu/eusew-2023/programme Join the EUSEW community: https://ec.europa.eu/newsroom/cinea/user-subscriptions/2798/create ______________________________________ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/euenergyweek/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/euenergyweek Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4197341/ ______________________________________ The European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) is the biggest annual event dedicated to renewables and efficient energy use in Europe. It is organised by the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) and the Directorate-General for Energy.

Local authorities play a key role in the European climate transition and are at the forefront of the ongoing energy crisis. The speakers address the urgency of labour and skills shortages in the European local public administrations to accelerate climate neutrality at the local level. To do so, the session brings evidence of what the needs of municipalities are in terms of staff capacity and upskilling, and it presents some local, national and European initiatives that are responding to these needs. ➔ More about the session from the #EUSEW2023 event platform: https://interactive.eusew.eu/eusew-2023/sessions/818079c0-f6c1-40f6-830d-8d2ec2cba1e4 About EUSEW: https://sustainable-energy-week.ec.europa.eu/index_en Policy Conference programme: https://interactive.eusew.eu/eusew-2023/programme Join the EUSEW community: https://ec.europa.eu/newsroom/cinea/user-subscriptions/2798/create ______________________________________ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/euenergyweek/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/euenergyweek Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4197341/ ______________________________________ The European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) is the biggest annual event dedicated to renewables and efficient energy use in Europe. It is organised by the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) and the Directorate-General for Energy.

The session highlights best practices in private and public financing to accelerate the decarbonisation of DHC networks. Panellists discuss improving the attractiveness of renewable heating and cooling investments using private capital and public financing (grants and guarantee schemes) at EU and national levels, to reduce investment risks. Last but not least, the session delves into regulatory and programmatic frameworks to support private green finance for DHC networks. ➔ More about the session from the #EUSEW2023 event platform: https://interactive.eusew.eu/eusew-2023/sessions/4e5b3b22-a925-4302-b22d-e6819abbbb49 About EUSEW: https://sustainable-energy-week.ec.europa.eu/index_en Policy Conference programme: https://interactive.eusew.eu/eusew-2023/programme Join the EUSEW community: https://ec.europa.eu/newsroom/cinea/user-subscriptions/2798/create ______________________________________ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/euenergyweek/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/euenergyweek Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4197341/ ______________________________________ The European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) is the biggest annual event dedicated to renewables and efficient energy use in Europe. It is organised by the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) and the Directorate-General for Energy.

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Keynote speech by Daren Tang Heng Shim, Director General, World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) to the International IP Enforcement Summit. Recorded at the fifth International IP Enforcement Summit which took place on 14 and 15 June 2023 at the National Palace of Culture in Sofía, Bulgaria. https://euipo.europa.eu/portal/landing-pages/international-ip-enforcement-summit-2023 The summit brought together key European and international decision-makers, law enforcement authorities, multinational companies, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), consumer representatives, and other relevant players to discuss ways to improve protection and enforcement of IP rights in the EU and around the globe. The summit focused on how innovative solutions and further cooperation can best tackle IP crime in the context of the European Multidisciplinary Platform Against Criminal Threats (EMPACT). It will also be an opportunity to continue the discussion about the EU Toolbox against counterfeiting, building on, in particular, the Digital Services Act. Find out more at https://euipo.europa.eu/portal/landing-pages/international-ip-enforcement-summit-2023 DAREN TANG Director General, World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Daren Tang, a national of Singapore, began his six-year mandate as Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) on October 1, 2020. Prior to his appointment as WIPO Director General, he served as Chief Executive of the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS), driving the strategic transformation of IPOS in support of Singapore’s innovation-based economy. Between 1997 and 2012, before joining IPOS, Daren Tang held different legal positions within the Attorney-General’s Chambers and the Ministry of Trade and Industry of Singapore. In 2016, he received the Public Administration Medal from the Prime Minister's Office Singapore for outstanding efficiency and competence in the service of his country. Daren Tang is a graduate of the National University of Singapore (Bachelor of Law, Honors) and the Georgetown University Law Center (Master of Laws, Distinction). He also attended the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School. He is fluent in English and Chinese.

Watch Day 1 (Morning Session) of the fifth International IP Enforcement Summit which took place on 14 and 15 June 2023 at the National Palace of Culture in Sofía, Bulgaria. https://euipo.europa.eu/portal/landing-pages/international-ip-enforcement-summit-2023 09.00 – 09.20 Welcome addresses Speakers: Vladia Borisova, President, Patent Office of the Republic of Bulgaria (BPO) Christian Archambeau, Executive Director, European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) 09.20 – 09.30 Opening keynote speech Thierry Breton, European Commissioner for Internal Market (video intervention) 09.30 – 09.40 A view from the enforcement authorities Kalin Stoyanov, Minister of Internal Affairs, Bulgaria 09.40 – 10.10 The industry’s point of view and the SME perspective Keynote speaker: Dharmesh Mehta, Vice-President, Amazon (live online intervention) Speakers: Brandon Blacoe, CEO, ByoWave Juan Manuel Perán, Executive President, Pikolinos 10.10 – 11.10 Panel I – Strengthening the fight against IP crime through cooperation The European Multi-disciplinary Platform Against Criminal Threats (EMPACT) aims to tackle the main crime threats posed by organised and serious international crime. In the current cycle 2022-2025, IP crime is among the selected priorities. The panel will address how the EMPACT platform can be utilised to enhance inter-agency cooperation and, cross-border criminal investigations and facilitate better investigations into serious and organised IP crime. Keynote speaker: Ernesto Bianchi, Director, Revenue and International Operations, Investigations & Strategy, European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) Panellists: James Mancuso, Director, US National IPR Coordination Center Delphine Sarfati-Sobreira, CEO, UNIFAB Bogdan Ciinaru, Head of Office, Analysis Project Copy Online, Europol Gabriel Tsekov, Driver of EMPACT IP Crime, Counterfeiting of Goods and Currencies, Ministry of Interior, Bulgaria The summit brought together key European and international decision-makers, law enforcement authorities, multinational companies, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), consumer representatives, and other relevant players to discuss ways to improve protection and enforcement of IP rights in the EU and around the globe. The summit focused on how innovative solutions and further cooperation can best tackle IP crime in the context of the European Multidisciplinary Platform Against Criminal Threats (EMPACT). It will also be an opportunity to continue the discussion about the EU Toolbox against counterfeiting, building on, in particular, the Digital Services Act. Find out more at https://euipo.europa.eu/portal/landing-pages/international-ip-enforcement-summit-2023

Welcome address by Vladia Borisova, President, Patent Office of the Republic of Bulgaria (BPO). Recorded at the fifth International IP Enforcement Summit which took place on 14 and 15 June 2023 at the National Palace of Culture in Sofía, Bulgaria. https://euipo.europa.eu/portal/landing-pages/international-ip-enforcement-summit-2023 The summit brought together key European and international decision-makers, law enforcement authorities, multinational companies, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), consumer representatives, and other relevant players to discuss ways to improve protection and enforcement of IP rights in the EU and around the globe. The summit focused on how innovative solutions and further cooperation can best tackle IP crime in the context of the European Multidisciplinary Platform Against Criminal Threats (EMPACT). It will also be an opportunity to continue the discussion about the EU Toolbox against counterfeiting, building on, in particular, the Digital Services Act. Find out more at https://euipo.europa.eu/portal/landing-pages/international-ip-enforcement-summit-2023 VLADIA BORISOVA President, Patent Office of the Republic of Bulgaria In June 2021 Prof. Vladia Borisova, PhD, was appointed President of the Patent Office of the Republic of Bulgaria. Prof. Dr. Vladia Borisova, is a Master of Law and a Master of Economics, with many years of professional experience in the intellectual property field. She is the Director of the Institute of Law, Economy and Intellectual Property at the Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridsky”, Sofia, Bulgaria. The mission of the Institute is to professionally train personnel in the field of intellectual property. She is a graduated economist and intellectual property lawyer at the Sofia Bar Association (SBA). Specialized in intellectual property at Queen Mary Intellectual Property Research Institute of London and Université de Lille - I France. Also possess the accreditation for Industrial property representative. Expert at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and Vice President to the working bodies of the organization. Consultant to the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), Commercial Crime Service, Intellectual Property Crime Division, London. Since 2017 she has been a member of the Academic Council of the President of the Patent Office of the Republic of Bulgaria. Member of the National Association of Intellectual Property, Biology and Pharmacy. Independent expert at the Bulgarian Small and Medium Enterprise Promotion Agency (BSMEPA). Expert to the 39th, 40th and 43rd National Assembly of the Republic of Bulgaria. She has many years of expertise, academic and research experience with numerous national and international contributions, strategic projects and publications in the field of intellectual property and technology transfer to business purposes.

Kalin Stoyanov, Minister of Internal Affairs, Bulgaria - A view from the enforcement authorities Recorded at the fifth International IP Enforcement Summit which took place on 14 and 15 June 2023 at the National Palace of Culture in Sofía, Bulgaria. https://euipo.europa.eu/portal/landing-pages/international-ip-enforcement-summit-2023 The summit brought together key European and international decision-makers, law enforcement authorities, multinational companies, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), consumer representatives, and other relevant players to discuss ways to improve protection and enforcement of IP rights in the EU and around the globe. The summit focused on how innovative solutions and further cooperation can best tackle IP crime in the context of the European Multidisciplinary Platform Against Criminal Threats (EMPACT). It will also be an opportunity to continue the discussion about the EU Toolbox against counterfeiting, building on, in particular, the Digital Services Act. Find out more at https://euipo.europa.eu/portal/landing-pages/international-ip-enforcement-summit-2023

Welcome address by Christian Archambeau, Executive Director, European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO). Recorded at the fifth International IP Enforcement Summit which took place on 14 and 15 June 2023 at the National Palace of Culture in Sofía, Bulgaria. https://euipo.europa.eu/portal/landing-pages/international-ip-enforcement-summit-2023 The summit brought together key European and international decision-makers, law enforcement authorities, multinational companies, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), consumer representatives, and other relevant players to discuss ways to improve protection and enforcement of IP rights in the EU and around the globe. The summit focused on how innovative solutions and further cooperation can best tackle IP crime in the context of the European Multidisciplinary Platform Against Criminal Threats (EMPACT). It will also be an opportunity to continue the discussion about the EU Toolbox against counterfeiting, building on, in particular, the Digital Services Act. Find out more at https://euipo.europa.eu/portal/landing-pages/international-ip-enforcement-summit-2023 Christian Archambeau is Executive Director of the EUIPO since October 1, 2018. He has been part of the Office’s top management team since 1 December 2010, when he was appointed as Deputy Executive Director by the Council of the European Union. A native of Belgium, he graduated from Université libre de Bruxelles as a civil engineer and worked in construction in the Middle East before moving to the European Space Agency in facility management. Prior to joining the EUIPO (formerly known as OHIM), he held a number of senior positions in the European Patent Office in Infrastructure, Administration and Human Resources.