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In February of 1300, Pope Boniface VIII, in the papal bull Antiquorum Habet Fida Relatio, declared the first-ever Catholic Jubilee Year. Anyone who made a pilgrimage to the tombs of the Apostles Peter and Paul in Rome, and who repented and confessed, would receive “the fullest and broadest pardon for all sins committed,” Boniface proclaimed. One of the thousands of pilgrims who journeyed to Rome that year was the painter Giotto, who created a fresco commemorating the event. Another was the poet Dante Alighieri, who references the Jubilee in his Divine Comedy—ironically, this appears in Canto 18 of Inferno, where he compares the movement of the damned along the eighth circle of hell to the Roman method of traffic control during the Jubilee.  The jubilee tradition goes back far further, however, originating in Judaism, before Christianity had even begun. In the Israelite tradition, the jubilee was associated with things like forgiving debts, freeing enslaved people, and other concrete gestures of material justice. In the Catholic tradition, however, the Jubilee focuses not on debt forgiveness but on forgiveness of sins.  On this episode of Glad You Asked, the hosts talk with scholar Dean Dettloff about the origins of the Jubilee Year, its significance in the Catholic tradition, and whether there is any likelihood that the Catholic Jubilee will recover its ancient tradition of concrete liberation. Dettloff is the Research and Advocacy Officer for Development and Peace–Caritas Canada. He holds a PhD in philosophy from the Institute for Christian Studies in Toronto and the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, where he also teaches as sessional faculty. You can learn more about this topic, and read some of Dettloff's work, in these links.  What Is a Holy Year? HISTORY “This Jubilee year, be open to the gift of hope,” by Alice Camille This Jubilee year, be open to the gift of hope - U.S. Catholic “Take action against mass incarceration this Jubilee year,” by Alessandra Harris Take action against mass incarceration this Jubilee year - U.S. Catholic “Canada must lead global debt cancellation, like it did 25 years ago,” by Dean Detloff Canada must lead global debt cancellation, like it did 25 years ago - The Hill Times “Mourning a Pope We Often Ignored,” by Dean Detloff Mourning a Pope We Often Ignored | Sojourners “A May Day Saint,” by Dean Detloff A May Day Saint | Commonweal Magazine Glad You Asked is sponsored by the Claretian Missionaries.  

The Supreme Court of Appeal has ordered a retrial in the Nulane Investments case linked to the Gupta family, citing errors in Acting Judge Nompumelelo Gusha's ruling. The National Prosecuting Authority has indicated it may pursue legal action against Gusha for misapplying the law and disregarding the state's evidence. For more on this Research and Advocacy Officer at Judges Matter, Mbekezeli Benjamin spoke to Elvis Presslin

Tshidi Madia in for Clement Manyathela speaks to Nhlamulo Ndlela, the MK Party Spokesperson; Willie Aucamp, the DA National Spokesperson and Mbekezeli Benjamin, a Research and Advocacy Officer at Judges Matter about the Western Cape High Court decision on the appointment of impeached judge John Hlophe to the Judicial Service Commission. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Macca and Fiona talk to Wayne Smith, from the Smart Energy Council, about what's likely now post-election, in terms of energy policy and climate goals. Wayne Smith is a political... LEARN MORE The post Saturday, 31st, May, 2025: Wayne Smith, Chief Advocacy Officer, Smart Energy Council appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Greetings Glocal Citizens! This week Hélène Himmer, a French national with roots in the Caribbean island of Guadeloupe, now based in Portugal joins me in conversation about her current work at African Futures Lab (AfaLab) leading a project on climate reparations. I met Hélène last November at FORGE: Harnessing Creative Arts for Reparatory Justice, a convening of artists, media, cultural workers, civil society, and government leaders across Africa, Europe and the U.S. to further the movement for reparations. The event took place in Accra, Ghana and featured Glocal Citizens Esther Armah (https://glocalcitizens.fireside.fm/guests/esther-armah), Makmid Kamara (https://glocalcitizens.fireside.fm/guests/makmid-kamara), and Nyamal Tutdeal (https://glocalcitizens.fireside.fm/guests/nyamal-tutdeal) as facilitators. In addition to meeting so many dynamic diasporans I was introduced to organizations like AfaLab, an international non-profit organization supporting racial justice movements in Europe and Africa through conducting research and developing policy and legal strategies to empower civil society actors and public and private institutions in their fight for justice and reparations. Currently the Policy and Advocacy Officer at AfaLab, Hélène is a committed activist and professional with a diverse background in human rights law, corporate social responsibility and international development. Her activism began in her early teens with a youth organization focused on education, youth rights and inclusion. She then spent several years working for racial justice in France. Moving to the corporate sector, Hélène worked in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in start-ups and technology companies. However, her passion for social impact led her to international organizations where she specialized in advocacy, project management and partnerships. Her work has focused on climate justice, peacebuilding, anti-corruption, women's empowerment, youth cooperation and inclusive societies across Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa and the MENA region. Where to find Hélène? AfaLab Policy Paper "Unlocking Climate Reparations: Key Obstacles in the Emergence of a Climate Reparations Framework" (https://www.afalab.org/news/2024-09-18-unlocking-climate-reparations-key-obstacles-in-the-emergence-of-a-climate-reparations-framework/) Listen in on AfaLab's Season 3 Podcast Future Perfect | futur antérieur on Climate Reparations (https://www.afalab.org/podcast-future-perfect-futur-anterieur/) On LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/hélène-himmer-886037157/) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/african_futures_lab/) What's Hélène reading? REDD-Monitor (https://redd-monitor.org/) Other topics of interest: Brittany, France (linkhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brittany) A bit about Guadeloupe (https://kwekudee-tripdownmemorylane.blogspot.com/2013/11/guadeloupe-african-descendants-in.html) Who is Dr. Farhana Sultana (https://farhanasultana.com/)? About the Loss and Damage Fund (https://www.undp.org/belarus/stories/loss-and-damage-fund-developing-countries) Center for International Environmental Law (https://www.ciel.org/) Special Guest: Hélène Himmer.

Thabo Shole-Mashao, standing in for Clement Manyathela, speaks to Advocate Justin Erasmus, Chair of the Personal Injury Plaintiff Lawyers Association (Pipla), Mbekezeli Benjamin, Research and Advocacy Officer at Judges Matter, and McIntosh Polela, Spokesperson for the Road Accident Fund, about the Gauteng High Court's new mediation directive and its implications for civil cases. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live – The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) on 702 https://www.primediaplus.com/station/702 Find all the catch-up podcasts here https://www.primediaplus.com/702/the-clement-manyathela-show/audio-podcasts/the-clement-manyathela-show/ Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://www.primediaplus.com/competitions/newsletter-subscription/  Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702   702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702  702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702  702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702  702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest episode of MCUL's podcast series, Credit Unions, Coffee and Conversation, features guest Carrie Hunt, Chief Advocacy Officer, America's Credit Unions. She talks with MCUL CEO Patty Corkery ahead of the 2025 GAC about their shared history with financial services law and leading a credit union league, as well as each's idea about what the credit union movement may look like five years down the road.

A landmark case starts today where Judge President Selby Mbenenge faces allegations of sexual harassment. This groundbreaking case marks the first time a sitting judge in South Africa will be formally investigated for such allegations, potentially setting a precedent for handling similar cases within the judiciary. The Judicial Conduct Tribunal is due to hear evidence from a secretary in the judiciary, who reported unwanted interactions with Judge Mbenenge during 2021 and 2022. For more, Elvis Presslin spoke to Judges Matters Researcher and Advocacy Officer, Mbekezeli Benjamin

Mbekezeli Benjamin, Research and Advocacy Officer at Judges Matter, joins John Maytham to discuss the Judicial Conduct Tribunal’s decision to hold partially public and partially closed hearings in the sexual harassment case against Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Acknowledgement of Country// Headlines// Belgium's Colonial Crimes with Geneviève Kaninda, Part 2Content warning: This interview covers distressing topics including forcible child removal, racism and sexual violence.If you need to speak with someone for support, you can call 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732), Lifeline on 13 11 14, Suicide Callback Service on 1300 659 467, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander listeners can also call 13 YARN (13 92 76) and Yarning Safe'n'Strong on 1800 959 563.We'll hear the rest of a two-part interview with Geneviève Kaninda, Brussels-based Policy and Advocacy Officer at the African Futures Lab, on the Brussels Court of Appeal's landmark decision earlier this month to recognise the Belgian State's responsibility in abducting and racially segregating biracial Métis children under its colonial rule of what is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The DRC was subjected to brutal colonisation by Belgium from 1908 until it gained independence in 1960, and the struggle for justice and reparations by Mètis children of Congolese mothers and Belgian fathers has been waged across several decades both in Belgium and in the Great Lakes countries of the DRC, Burundi and Rwanda. Listen back to part one of our conversation with Geneviève here. African Futures Lab is an independent research and advocacy institute that aims to raise global awareness of racial injustice across Africa and Europe and to empower civil society actors and public and private entities to demand justice and achieve reform.// Queensland's Carceral Crackdown on KidsThis week on 3CR's Doin' Time, Marisa spoke with Maggie Munn, a proud Gunggari advocate from southwest Queensland and Director of the First Nations Justice team at the Human Rights Law Centre. Maggie discussed the Liberal-National Crisafulli Government's rush to pass the Making Queensland Safer Bill 2024, through Parliament last Thursday 12th December, and the dire consequences that this new law will have on children in the state. The law will result in even more children being locked up in Queensland's overcrowded and unsafe police watchhouses and youth prisons, where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children are already alarmingly disproportionately incarcerated. You can read Human Rights Law Centre's statement about the Making Queensland Safer Bill 2024 here.// Contextualising Diagnoses of Mental IllnessRMIT PhD researcher Tom Short joins us for a critical conversation about mental health, the carcerality of psychiatry and mental health facilities, and the politics of mental illness diagnoses. Tom's doctoral research focuses on on youth mental health from a critical/sociological perspective. During this interview, we briefly discuss the Australian Medical Association's Position Statement on Mental Health and Wellbeing, published on the 6th of December 2024 - you can read it here. We also shout out the excellent work of mad survivor, artist, activist and academic Indigo Daya - Indigo's website is linked here.// Fundraising for SudanJournalist, photographer, event organiser and passionate community advocate Bakri Mahmoud speaks with us about the fundraising he's been coordinating to support internally and externally displaced Sudanese people impacted by the ongoing war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Since April 2023, the conflict has caused mass humanitarian crisis in the country manifesting in famine, forced displacement and brutality against civilians. Bakri has published numerous works for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation in News, Music and Arts. Bakri is currently completing a two year photography residency at Footscray Community Arts where he is platforming stories of resistance and survival from the communities he has access to. In his spare time, Bakri loves to play futsal, cook large meals in abundance and maintains an ongoing Mutual Aid campaign to support survivors of war back home in Sudan.Details for the fundraising account Bakri mentioned are below.BSB: 067872Account Number: 1561 8838//

Acknowledgement of Country// Headlines// Belgium's Colonial Crimes with Geneviève Kaninda, Part 1Content warning: This interview covers distressing topics including forcible child removal, racism and sexual violence. If you to need to speak with someone for support you can call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732, Lifeline on 13 11 14, and the Suicide Callback Service on 1300 659 467. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander listeners can also call 13 YARN on 13 92 76 and Yarning Safe'n'Strong on 1800 959 563.We hear part 1 of a two-part interview with Geneviève Kaninda, Brussels-based Policy and Advocacy Officer at the African Futures Lab, on the Brussels Court of Appeal's landmark decision earlier this month to recognise the Belgian State's responsibility in abducting and racially segregating biracial Métis children under its colonial rule of what is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The DRC was subjected to brutal colonisation by Belgium from 1908 until it gained independence in 1960, and the struggle for justice and reparations by Mètis children of Congolese mothers and Belgian fathers has been waged across several decades both in Belgium and in the Great Lakes countries of the DRC, Burundi and Rwanda. African Futures Lab is an independent research and advocacy institute that aims to raise global awareness of racial injustice across Africa and Europe and to empower civil society actors and public and private entities to demand justice and achieve reform.// Femicide in Australia with Sherele MoodyContent warning: This interview covers distressing topics including sexual and gender based violence, violence against First Nations women and children, and racism. If you to need to speak with someone for support you can call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732, Lifeline on 13 11 14, and the Suicide Callback Service on 1300 659 467 (all 24-hour hotlines). LGBTQIA+ listeners can also call QLife on 1800 184 527 between 3PM and midnight, and people under the age of 25 can call Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander listeners can also call 13 YARN on 13 92 76 and Yarning Safe'n'Strong on 1800 959 563 (both 24 hours).Sherele Moody joined us to discuss her work mapping femicides in so called-Australia, unpack mainstream media coverage of gender based violence and analyse the silencing of impacts of gendered violence on First Nations women and children. Sherele has over 20 years of experience reporting across a range of areas for some of Australia's major media companies. Sherele is also the founder and operator of The RED HEART Campaign and has been documenting the killing of women and children since 2015. Please consider supporting The RED HEART Campaign by making a donation here. A vigil organised by theThe Australian Femicide Watch to remember, mourn and celebrate Victorian women lost to violence in 2024 will be held on Saturday, December 14 from 4-6PM at the Darling Gardens rotunda, Clifton Hill.// ‘The Left's Problem with Palestine' with Abdaljawad Omar, Part 2We listened to part two of a talk given by Palestinian scholar and theorist Abdaljawad Omar during the early October 2024 teach-in 'The Left's Problem with Palestine', co-convened by CUNY for Palestine and Grad Center for Palestine. In this talk, Omar presents a critical analysis of the Western left's reflexive condemnation of Palestinian resistance both in relation to October 7th 2023 and more broadly, and the implications of this disavowal for the possibility of the West's genuine engagement with anticolonial struggle. You can watch the full talk and an extended discussion between Omar and Jodi Dean here.// Elijah Kose's Hands with Grace Dlabik and Dan ElborneNaarm-based artists Grace Dlabik and Dan Elborne join us to talk about the upcoming debut exhibition of works by Grace's son Elijah Kose, a collection of sculpture works produced in collaboration with Dan and titled Hands. Grace is an Austrian/Hungarian and Papua New Guinean woman from Lavaipia clan of Lese Oalai, and Motuan clan Botai of Hanuabada, and she is the founder and creative director of BE. Collective and BE. ONE. a grass-roots international collective that forges artistic opportunity and pathways for underrepresented creatives. Dan is a visual artist whose primary working material is clay, which he utilizes for long-form installation-based projects and sculptural series building work on intersecting foundations for memory, time, labour and materiality. Hands opens on Elijah's birthday, Sunday 15 December, 12-3PM at Art Haus Gallery on Wurundjeri Country, 20 Old Warrandyte Road, Donvale.//

As a tax professional – do you know how to recognise the signs of the tax system being used for financial abuse? Experts in this area believe tax professionals are uniquely poised to recognise people experiencing intimate partner financial abuse, with the annual tax return providing a regular contact point. Associate Professor Ann Kayis-Kumar, the Founding Director of the UNSW Tax and Business Advisory Clinic, and Jasmine Opdam, Senior Policy and Advocacy Officer at Redfern Legal Centre's Financial Abuse Service NSW join Gillian Bowen to explain financial abuse, how the tax system is abused by perpetrators and how tax professionals can start to recognise the signs. Resources referred to in the episode: CA ANZ Article: ‘Financial abuse in the tax system – recognise the signs' Register for the Sharing Knowledge session ‘Recognising the signs of client financial abuse' CA ANZ submission to Australian parliamentary inquiry: Financial Services Regulatory Framework in Relation to Financial Abuse Contact the CA ANZ Professional Standards Team for practical guidance on the ethics and rules related to a professional issues such as financial abuse CA ANZ Smaller Practices Centre Contact the UNSW Tax and Business Advisory Clinic to get involved For anyone personally experiencing financial abuse support is available: In Australia refer to Yourtoolkit.com In New Zealand refer to Good Shepherd All CA ANZ members can access free EAP support Financial counselling and pro bono tax services:   National Debt Helpline: 1800 007 007  Small Business Debt Helpline (national): 1800 413 828  National Tax Clinic Program (for tax clinics in each state)  Financial abuse specialist legal and non-legal support:   Financial Abuse Service NSW at Redfern Legal Centre (New South Wales): 0481 730 344  Family and domestic violence support services:   1800 RESPECT (24-hour national helpline): 1800 737 732   Men's Referral Service: 1300 766 491   Lifeline (24-hour crisis line): 131 114   Relationships Australia: 1300 364 277   Additional workplace resources: UN Women resource (AU): Domestic and Family Violence is a Workplace Issue - The Facts UN Women resource (AU): Workplace Action on Domestic and Family Violence – Tools and Resources UN Women resource (AU): A Framework for Workplace Action on Domestic and Family Violence Employment NZ resource (NZ): Rights for Employees Affected by Domestic Violence Employment NZ resource (NZ): Managing Family Violence LeaveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The COP29 Climate Summit in Baku concluded with a contentious deal aimed at addressing global climate challenges. Delegates agreed on a $300 billion annual funding target by 2035, tripling the previous commitment to support developing nations in mitigating climate impacts and transitioning to cleaner energy. However, this figure, part of the New Collective Quantified Goal, drew sharp criticism from leaders of vulnerable nations, calling it insufficient to tackle worsening climate crises. While some hailed the progress, others slammed the rushed approval process.  For more on this Elvis Presslin spoke to Lisa Makaula, Advocacy Officer at Green Connections

Felicita is an enthusiastic nonprofit professional whose passion for the community has guided her work. She joined the THPRD Board in 2017. She has lived in Washington County since age five and took her first job as a camp counselor – at THPRD – when she was 15. Felicita is the Public Affairs Manager at Northwest Health Foundation. There she supports advocacy campaigns to change public policy, often in partnership and at the direction of community-based organizations. She also manages government relations and leads NWHF's communications, among other responsibilities. Previously, she was the Policy and Advocacy Officer for Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center serving Washington and Yamhill Counties. In this role she supported the efforts of the internal Equity Team and lead the work of the Advocacy Team. Felicita earned her bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of San Francisco with a minor in hospitality management. Outside of work she volunteers and hosts quarterly gatherings for Latinx leaders in Washington County providing opportunities for her peers to connect and discuss social justice issues impacting our community. She was recognized for her service to the community with the American Association of University Women “Breaking Barriers” award in 2019. That same year she had the opportunity to travel to China as part of the American Council for Young Political Leaders whose aim is to provide a global perspective to local electeds. In her spare time, she loves to dance and travel.

On 15 October 2023, Poland held parliamentary elections which signaled the end of the eight years in power of the right-wing conservative Law and Justice (PiS) party. In December, the PiS-led government was replaced by a liberal, opposition-led coalition. Media freedom, and in particular the situation at Poland's public service media, was one of the first issues tackled by the new government within days of taking office, as the cabinet led by Donald Tusk immediately sought to wrestle control of public media away from the outgoing PiS-led coalition. This included public television (TVP), Polish Radio as well as Poland's national news agency PAP. One of the first acts of the new government was to change the leadership of the public media by adopting a parliamentary resolution which declared the situation at public media as illegitimate and unconstitutional before calling on the authorities to take immediate action to restore the constitutional order and the “independence, objectivity and pluralism” of public media. In response, the minister of culture intervened  by replacing the members of the supervisory boards and senior management of the TVP, Polish Radio and PAP. In doing so the government by-passed the National Media Council (NMC) set up in 2016 by PiS to nominate senior PSM management and supervisors. This led to three weeks of protests led by PiS politicians and some TVP staff on the premises of Telewizia Polska and a political standoff between the government and Poland's President, Andrzej Duda, who tried to block the changes by rejecting the 2024 budget for the public media. Without funding the situation quickly became untenable and the then Minister of Culture,  Bartłomiej Sienkiewicz, placed the public media into a state of liquidation, a legal status for entities without sufficient funds to operate, which enabled the ministry to continue to finance the PSM directly until new reforms can be agreed. Nearly one year later, the legal uncertainty persists with public service media staff forced to work in a form of legal limbo without the security of guaranteed financing nor a management that has been appointed through an independent and transparent process. Summary: In this podcast episode, host Karol Łuczka speaks with Kamila Ceran, the editor-in-chief of Radio TOK FM, and with Robert Kwiatkowski, a member of the National Media Council in Poland, about the current state of public media in Poland. Łuczka, Ceran and Kwiatkowski discuss the significant changes in media freedom following the recent government transition, the ongoing political influence on public media, and the challenges of achieving true media independence. Ceran shares her insights on the politicization of media, the implications of funding, and the lack of shining examples of independent public media globally. Kwiatkowski shares insights on the role of the National Media Council and the future vision for public media, emphasizing the need for legal clarity and independence from political influence. The conversation concludes with reflections on the future of media in Poland and the complexities surrounding public funding. Takeaways: There is an improvement in quality of reporting and objectivity. Public media in Poland has faced significant politicization. The future of public media depends on upcoming presidential elections. Media independence has been a challenge for decades in Poland. The financing of public media is crucial for stability. Legal reforms are necessary for media independence. The situation of public media in Poland has dramatically changed since the government transition. Funding for public media is often controlled by politicians, affecting independence. The media landscape in Poland is challenging, with limited options for unbiased reporting. Public media do not fulfill their intended role of unbiased information dissemination. There is no clear solution for ensuring media independence in Poland.   Guests: Kamila Ceran, editor-in-chief of TOK FM and Robert Kwiatkowski, member of Poland's National Media Council Producer and Host: Karol Łuczka, Eastern Europe Monitoring and Advocacy Officer at International Press Institute (IPI) Editor: Javier Luque, head of digital communications at IPI Other episodes in this series: MFRR Podcast: Navigating Hungary's new Sovereignty Protection Act Related links: More ambitious reform needed to secure media freedom in Poland MFRR In Focus: How will the takeover of Polska Press in Poland impact the upcoming election?

The Western Cape High Court is set to hear former Judge John Hlophe's appeal today, challenging the court's earlier ruling that barred him from participating in the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). This comes after the Democratic Alliance (DA) successfully obtained an interim interdict against Hlophe's participation in the JSC, citing concerns over his fitness to serve given his gross misconduct and removal from judicial office through impeachment. Judges Matters Researcher and Advocacy Officer, Mbekezeli Benjamin speaks to Elvis Presslin to examine the prospects of Dr. Hlophe's appeal

Housing Developments sits down with Ken Wingert, NAHB's new Chief Advocacy Officer, to discuss the robust advocacy environment in the housing industry in the coming months and years. Wingert is a long-time advocacy professional in the real estate space.

Ana Maria Narvaez, Senior Policy and Advocacy Officer at the Food Foundation, reports on the interconnected crises of food insecurity and mental health in the UK to coincide with World Mental Health Day.She highlights that 28% of adults with mental health conditions live in food-insecure households, compared to 11% without such conditions. Financial instability due to mental health issues exacerbates food insecurity, leading to anxiety, depression, and stress. The inability to afford nutritious food impacts both physical and mental well-being, particularly in children, who face higher rates of mental health issues and school absenteeism.The Food Foundation calls for policies addressing the cost of healthy food, benefit levels, and extending nutritional support programs to alleviate these intertwined crises. Click here for more information on Pushed to the BrinkClick here for the Manifesto and here for the Newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shownotes:Not many people in the western world have heard of Hansen's disease or Leprosy – for most who are familiar with it arouses fear and aversion. It is a tropical disease that occurs in more than 120 countries, has been referenced in the bible and Victoria Hislop wrote The Island inspired by a visit to Spinalonga, the abandoned Greek leprosy colony, which sold over a million copies.My earliest interaction with the disease was on the Main Street of the city I grew up in. Along the street, one aften came across a small group of people begging for alms, those badly affected being pulled on makeshift carts by the more able bodied. The easiest thing to do was to ignore them or pretend one could not see them or their plight. That was my first experience of shame. Shame at the lack of knowledge, confidence or ability to engage with respect with people disfigured and ostracised by disease. However, this is not about me but about people who are disenfranchised, excluded from accessing healthcare, education, economic opportunities and social support because of fear and misinformation.A couples of months back, I happened to be seated on the same take table at India Week as Sian Arulanantham, head of programmes and research of Leprosy Mission UK. We got chatting about the incredible work they are doing across the world and in India and I invited them to be a guest on my podcast to speak about the important work being done to eradicate an ancient disease that stigmatises and makes outcasts of over two hundred thousand people every year.In this episode of The Elephant in the Room podcast, Daisy Mansfield Policy and Advocacy Adviser at Leprosy Mission talks about the work being done in India and across the world. We spoke about a) how they deliver on their goals in this highly complex geography b) behaviour change campaigns for education and removing social stigma c) Strategies to empower individuals and families d) Roles models with lived experience of disability and stigma e) WHO 2035 goal for eradication of the disease and challenges to getting to the targetThe most important thing to remember is that if detected early, the disease is curable with multi drug therapy (MDT) and the good news is that the WHO has made MDT available free to all leprosy patients around the world (with the help of big pharma).Head to the podcast to listen and see how you can support the cause

In this episode of the Inspire Podcast, Bart welcomes Yusra Qadir, Chief Programs and Advocacy Officer at Mothers Matter Canada, to share her incredible life journey and how she is empowering women to find their voices. Yusra starts by reflecting on her childhood in Pakistan, her work in community and social development, and her education in human rights. She describes how she found her voice but realized that finding her voice and being able to meaningfully use it are different things. She moved to Canada with young children five years ago, where she navigated the challenges of being a new immigrant and found ways to help others through her own experiences. She also found challenges that women face in this world are universal. She joined Mothers Matter Canada to help immigrant and refugee women in Canada access the support they need to find their confidence so they can meaningfully use their voices within their lives and their communities. She highlights the impactful work of Mothers Matter Canada, particularly the HIPPY program, which supports newcomer mothers in preparing their children for success while building the skills and resilience they need to thrive. Yusra's story is a testament to her strength and commitment, both in her personal journey and in the transformative work she does today. Visit Mothers Matter Canada to learn more (https://www.mothersmattercentre.ca/) and connect with Yusra on LinkedIn (https://ca.linkedin.com/in/yusraqadir). You can also find Mothers Matter Canada on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram. Show Notes 00:28 Standard show intro 01:04 Introducing Yusra 02:16 What is "Mothers Matters Canada" 02:50 Equity advocacy 03:25 The challenges that mothers are facing 05:52 What does MMC do to help? 06:59 Peer-based programs 09:51 Yusra's journey to now 10:52 Experiences growing up in Pakistan 12:14 Dreaming big as a child 13:23 Feminist focus 13:50 Disaster preparedness 14:30 Large displacements around the world 15:22 Diverse groups that they work with 16:17 Canada struggles with women's opportunities 17:09 Why come to Canada? 17:43 Becoming dangerous to be an activist 20:29 The challenges of a new immigrant 23:15 Developing leadership skills 25:44 Bart talks about "taking the stage" program 26:35 1/4 women in Canada are "racialized" 26:53 The motherhood penalty 27:08 What the program does 28:07 What is the HIPPIE program? 29:50 Summary of HIPPIE 30:31 Great data management system 31:30 Getting children ready for school 32:24 Example of a personal story 37:33 The ambassador program 39:07 Her hopes for newcomers 5-10 years from now 39:35 Universally available programs 40:01 Her hope for women 40:56 Thank yous 41:20 Outro

Two loggers, part of a team of people who had a license to cut down trees in the Peruvian Amazon, have been killed by bow and arrow after they allegedly encroached too far into land inhabited by the largest uncontacted tribe on the planet, the Mashco Piro. The tribe have lived on the land for years – surviving a traumatic history of massacres and enslavement. The Mashco Piro number little over 750 people, but their habitat and lives are increasingly under threat from the encroaching loggers around them. In Perspective, we spoke to Teresa Mayo, Researcher and Advocacy Officer at the human rights organisation Survival International.

The Deputy Judge President of the Gauteng Division of the High Court, Aubrey Ledwaba has pointed to concerning delays in the flow of court cases in the city of Johannesburg, with the earliest available trial dates in the Johannesburg High Court being as far away as October 2029. Ledwaba was speaking on the case flow turnaround times for matters in Johannesburg as at the 31st of August 2024, which indicates that those seeking to access justice are often forced to wait almost 5 years in order for their cases to get to trial. Sakina Kamwendo spoke Researcher and Advocacy Officer at Judges Matter, Mbekezeli Benjamin... 

Lester Kiewit and Mbekezeli Benjamin, a human rights lawyer and Research and Advocacy Officer for Judges Matter, delve into the alarming consequences of South Africa's judicial crisis, where a severe shortage of judges has led to crippling delays in the justice system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines: 1. “His Holiness the Dalai Lama making rapid progress after knee replacement” Personal Physicians updates 2. 2nd International Tibet Youth Forum Concludes in Dharamshala, Sikyong Calls for Unified Efforts in Advocating for Tibet 3. CTA Holds 6th Project Coordination Committee's Meeting on Capacity Building and Sustainability Initiative Program 4. Sikyong Penpa Tsering and Speaker Khenpo Sonam Tenphel Condoles the Demise of Chief Minister Pema Khandu's Mother 5. Sikyong Congratulates Nima Gyaltsen on Being Appointed for ‘The Order of Canada' Award 6. Advocacy Officer of Bureau du Tibet in Brussels Enlightens a Group of Young Tibetans on Middle Way Approach Policy 7. Office of Tibet, Taiwan Celebrates 90th Birthday of His Holiness the Dalai Lama 8. Dr. Gyalo, a Leading Expert on Tibet's “Stolen Children”, Visits Australia

Fees for re-sitting driver's licence tests could return as nationwide wait times surge.  Since October, it has been free to retry licence tests as many times as needed after paying a one-off fee. NZTA says there has been a significant increase in demand since the change, leading to unacceptable wait times.  AA Chief Policy and Advocacy Officer Simon Douglas tells Mike Hosking there needs to be a cap on the number of free re-sits allowed as people join the waitlist but do not show on the day.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

L'anno scorso sono arrivate all’Unione Europea 1,14 milioni di domande di protezione internazionale. 380.000 sono stati gli arrivi irregolari - il numero più alto dal 2016 - la metà dei quali attraverso la rotta del Mediterraneo centrale. Nell'ultimo trimestre del 2023, dei 105.00 cittadini extracomunitari a cui è stato ordinato di lasciare l’Unione Europea, solo 28.900 sono stati rimandati indietro. Potrà il nuovo Patto europeo su immigrazione e asilo risolvere tutti i problemi derivanti da questi numeri?Ne discutiamo con Beda Romano, corrispondente del Sole24Ore da Bruxelles, Chiara Favilli, docente di diritto dell'Unione Europea all'Università di Firenze, Valentina Brinis, Advocacy Officer di Open Arms Italia, Bianca Benvenuti, responsabile affari umanitari di Medici Senza Frontiere e Tamas Bodoky, direttore di Atlatszo, portale e magazine di inchiesta ungherese.

Tim Coetzee, PhD, serves as the National MS Society's Chief Advocacy, Services, and Science Officer. In this role, he leads the organization's state and federal advocacy, educational, and support programs for people with MS and spearheads healthcare professional engagement and training and global research programs. Join them as they discuss the society's many services and programs, its search for new innovators to aid in groundbreaking research, and Tim's own commitment to finding a cure for MS. Join the conversation on our MS forums: www.multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com/forums/ Follow us on social media: Instagram - www.instagram.com/msnewstoday/ Facebook - www.facebook.com/multiplesclerosisnewstoday Twitter - www.twitter.com/msnewstoday For more news on Multiple Sclerosis visit: www.multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com/

In this episode, host Diana Buttu speaks with Palestinian human rights lawyer Ahmed Abofoul about South Africa's case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), charging Israel with the crime of genocide in Gaza. Mr. Abofoul is a Legal Researcher and Advocacy Officer with Al-Haq, one of the oldest Palestinian human rights organizations. On January 26th, the ICJ ruled that Israel is plausibly committing the crime of genocide in Gaza and must take all measures to prevent acts of genocide. Since the ruling, Israel has repeatedly violated the ICJ-mandated measures, including blocking the entry of life-saving food, aid, and water into Gaza. Numerous humanitarian groups have raised alarm about Israel using starvation as a weapon in Gaza, stating that famine in Gaza is imminent due to Israel's illegal blockade. Additionally, since the ICJ ruling, Israel has killed more than 3,500 Palestinians in Gaza, bringing the number of Palestinians Israel has killed in Gaza to more than 31,000. This includes Israel killing more than 13,000 children in Gaza since October. Mr. Abofoul, who is based in the Hague, discusses the significance of the ICJ's case and why it is a critical step towards ending ongoing impunity for Israel's horrific war crimes against the Palestinian people. In the episode, Mr. Abofoul and Ms. Buttu provide an in-depth discussion about Israel's inherent and long history of ethnic cleansing and genocidal intent in Palestine, within the context of the ICJ. Mr. Abofoul also discusses the long history of U.S. and Western hypocrisy in applying international law and how the Israel-genocide ICJ case is a testament to the international legal system. Listen to the episode for everything you need to know about the ICJ case and why it is critical for holding Israel accountable. Thank you for listening to 'This is Palestine'!  Follow our host Diana Buttu on Twitter here  Follow us on Instagram here Follow us on Twitter here Follow us on Facebook here Visit our website here

We are excited to welcome Amaya Valcárcel, International Advocacy Officer with Jesuit Refugee Services (JRS) in Rome, who also works in the area of research and reflection in the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development at the Vatican. Amaya helps to broaden our perspective beyond the US-Mexico border to recognize the harsh reality of forced migration around the world. She echoes the words of Pope Francis calling for a culture of encounter as a remedy to the globalization of indifference that causes societies to build more policies of resistance rather than welcoming for refugees and asylum seekers.  This past Sunday, we celebrated Laetare Sunday (from the Latin for “rejoicing”) in the middle of our Lenten journey. Drawing from that theme, Brian and Joe share stories of joy that breaks through even the harshest of circumstances. Brian tells the story of Kayla, a 4-year-old girl who he baptized in Senda 2 in Reynosa. Despite the harsh conditions of the shelter and the desperation of a long wait to enter the US, Kayla's parents took advantage of their time at the shelter to have their daughter baptized, which was a moment of joy for all who joined in the celebration. Joe recalls the birthday/farewell party for Carlos, a migrant who was staying at Casa del Migrante in Reynosa. The joy reached a new level when Sor Edith, an 80-year-old Daughter of Charity, broke into dance to the delight of all. If you want to see her cut a move, there's got to be a Tik Tok video of her out there somewhere!

Mbekezeli Benjamin is a Research and Advocacy Officer at Judges Matter and he joins us to consider the question posed by The Black Lawyers Association, ‘Why there were no black lawyers involved in a case about black economic empowerment (BEE)?'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The United Nations' top court has ordered Israel to prevent destruction in Gaza. Yet its military is razing entire neighbourhoods to the ground. Large swathes of the strip have become uninhabitable. So, what will it take for Israel to stop its war? In this episode: Ahmed Abofoul, Advocacy Officer, Al Haq. Kate Mackintosh, Executive Director, University of California Los Angeles Law Promise Institute Europe.  Mohammed Abu-Nimer, Chair, Abdula Aziz Said for Peace and Conflict Resolution,  American University. Host: Hashem Ahelbarra Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and YouTube

Why is it important that we strengthen U.S. competitiveness in the global drone industry? Michael Robbins is Chief Advocacy Officer at the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI).  AUVSI is the world's largest nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of uncrewed systems and robotics.  It represents corporations and professionals from more than 60 countries involved in industry, government and academia. AUVSI members work in the defense, civil and commercial markets. Since joining AUVSI in 2020, Michael leads all advocacy, strategic communication, and cybersecurity initiatives. In 2015, he co-founded a business consulting firm, Intrepid, and serves as its Chief Operating Officer. Prior to starting Intrepid, Michael served as Managing Director of Government and Public Affairs at the Air Line Pilot Association, International. Before that, he spent a decade in the office of the late Congressman John Dingell in Michigan, where he served as the Chief of Staff.   Michael serves on the board of the Greater Washington Aviation Open and the National Advanced Mobility Consortium. He holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan and a master's degree from Georgetown University and is an officer in the United States Navy Reserve.  In this episode, Michael talks about the efforts to strengthen U.S. competitiveness in the drone industry and why this is critical for economic and security reasons. 

Mbekezeli Benjamin, Research and Advocacy Officer at Judges Matter, discussed Freedom Under Law (FUL) filing an urgent legal action to force the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) to reconsider its decision not to fill two vacancies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With a 7-day ceasefire in Gaza over, fighting has resumed between Israel and Hamas. Caught in the middle are civilians from both sides, which raises questions about proportionality and accountability. So, is Israel meeting its obligations under the laws of war? Join host Laura Kyle.  Guests: Mustafa Barghouti - Secretary General of the Palestinian National Initiative. Ahmed Abofoul - Legal Researcher and Advocacy Officer at Al-Haq. Triestino Mariniello - Professor of Law at Liverpool John Moores University.

Ladies and Gentlemen: We're back.Well, the show is, however I won't be around til the NEXT episode, I got obliterated by food poisoning at the time of this recording.But, you're all in the very capable hands of our very own Kristen Anderson as she recorded an ‘Are You Human?' episode with Jane Barratt of MX live at Money 20/20!Jane and Kristen discuss Jane's upbringing before deep diving into the power of travel, food, and motherhood. They also try to find out if Jane is in fact frugal, some management lessons learned over her amazing career and more.Enjoy!!Links:Jane on LinkedInKristen on LinkedInTopics:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:02:46) - Introducing Jane, diving into her upbringing, and the power of travel(00:15:24) - Thoughts on pets, and scary spider stories!(00:23:37) - Jane's Food Corner & motherhood(00:36:11) - Are you frugal?(00:43:24) - Management lessons learned(00:59:43) - Why are we all here?

Having a choice is empowering when you have trustworthy information before. In this episode of the HLTH Matters Podcast, Silvia Taylor, executive vice president and chief communications officer for Novavax, talks about making scientific information accessible to people, especially around the COVID-19 vaccines. Silvia shares her insights on the relationships and partnerships Novavax has to deliver that necessary information to points of care in the ever-evolving healthcare market. Learn more about Novavax and Silvia's work to make scientific health information accessible to people in this episode!  Click this link to the show notes, transcript, and resources: outcomesrocket.health

Following devastating floods hitting the Libyan port city, there are still over 10,000 missing with the death toll currently standing at 11,300. For an update on the situation there, Pat spoke to Aml Albarghouti Unicef Communications & Advocacy Officer.

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack In this Reboot Republic, Rory talks with Gráinne Loughran, Senior Policy & Advocacy Officer with Alone, the national older person's charity, about the housing crisis facing over 60s in Ireland. The Census showed an 83% increase in numbers of renters over 65 - who face into homelessness if they are evicted. We discuss the hidden housing crisis facing older people and the impact on their health of housing insecurity, substandard housing, homelessness and the impact on self esteem and mental health facing retirement with no home of your own. Live Show Tickets:https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/tortoise-shack-live-tickets-698299581847?aff=erelexpmlt To hear the Robert Gibson, Bloody Friday Pod click:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-88904382

Clement speaks to Senior Communications and Advocacy Officer at the Socio-Economic Rights Institute of South Africa (SERI), Edward Molopi, on the role of NGOs when it comes to the provision of accommodation and illegal evictions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two years after the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, much remains to be done to provide permanent safety and security for our Afghan allies, refugees, and their families both in the United States and abroad. Despite large-scale efforts on behalf of resettlement agencies, faith communities, and others to welcome this community, Afghans in the United States lack a path to permanent residency and Afghans abroad remain at risk of persecution and harm. The Episcopal Church and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America present this amazing panel about the current status of Afghan resettlement, the situation of those who were left behind, updates on the Afghan Adjustment Act, and how people of faith can continue to support Afghans and advocate for policy to help them. Speakers include: Dario Lipovac, Refugee Services Director, Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston; Campbell Dunsmore, Policy and Advocacy Officer, International Rescue Committee; Lans Rothfusz, Norman Coalition for Refugees; Giovana Oaxaca, Program Director, Migration Policy, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America; and Lindsey Warburton, Policy Advisor, Office of Government Relations, The Episcopal Church.  The Office of Government Relations aims to represent the policy priorities of The Episcopal Church to the U.S. government in Washington, D.C., and to influence policy and legislation on critical issues, highlighting the voices and experiences of Episcopalians and Anglicans globally. The office facilitates the Episcopal Public Policy Network, a grassroots network of Episcopalians engaged in the ministry of public policy advocacy. Learn more at https://www.episcopalchurch.org/ministries/office-government-relations/.  MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST:   Take Action by Writing Congress on the Afghan Adjustment Act  Ways to Welcome from Episcopal Migration Ministries  The Episcopal Church Office of Government Relations   Public Policy Internship Program  

Guest: Edward Molopi is The Senior Communications and Advocacy Officer at SERI and he joins John to consider the most humane, practical and legally justifiable mechanisms that should be applied to reform hijacked buildings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this captivating episode, Stephen Ekstrom, the host of The Tourism Academy's Business Class podcast, sits down with Jack Johnson, the esteemed Chief Advocacy Officer at Destinations International. Join us as we delve into a deep conversation about Jack's remarkable work, passions, and the significant initiatives undertaken by the D.I. Foundation.As a true champion of the tourism industry, Jack Johnson has dedicated his career to advancing destination advocacy on a global scale. With an impressive background in public policy and extensive experience in destination marketing organizations, Jack brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to the discussion.Stephen Ekstrom guides us through a thought-provoking exploration of Jack's journey and the pivotal role he plays in shaping the future of the tourism sector. From discussing the challenges faced by destination organizations to highlighting successful advocacy campaigns, this conversation offers valuable lessons and inspiring stories.The episode further unravels the fascinating work of the D.I. Foundation, a renowned institution committed to supporting destinations through research, education, and innovative programs. Jack shares his passion for empowering destinations worldwide and fostering sustainable tourism practices that benefit local communities and economies.Whether you're a tourism professional, an avid traveler, or simply curious about the inner workings of destination advocacy, this episode is a must-listen. Gain valuable insights, learn about impactful initiatives, and discover how the D.I. Foundation is making a real difference in the world of travel and tourism.Tune in to this enlightening conversation between Stephen Ekstrom and Jack Johnson to gain a deeper understanding of destination advocacy and the transformative power it holds for the tourism industry. Visit tourismacademy.org to access this episode and explore additional resources to enhance your knowledge in the field of tourism.Business Class is brought to you by The Tourism Academy - harnessing the power of science, business psychology and adult education to advance the tourism industry and build sustainable economies. Learn how to engage your community, win over stakeholders and get more visitors at tourismacademy.org. Support the show

Ministers from all EU states are working on how to deal with the tens of thousands of people seeking a better life in the bloc. But finding a consensus among all 27 members won't be easy. So, what are the challenges?  Join host Imran Khan.Guests:Ugochi Daniels - Deputy Director General for Operations at the International Organisation for Migration.Ferdinando Nelli Feroci - President of the Institute of International Affairs.Leila Bodeux - Senior Policy and Advocacy Officer at Caritas Europe.

We had a chance to spend some time with the new AANA Deputy Chief Advocacy Officer Ingrida Lusis during our time at the mid-year assembly to learn more about her background in government affairs and how she plans to strengthen advocacy by bringing state and federal affairs all under one umbrella. Join Sharon and guest host Tracy Castleman, CRNA, as we go on the offensive with our newest advocacy leader.   Here are some of the things you'll learn on this show: Ingrida's background in government affairs and her goals for the new position. 3:03 Why she feels CRNAs need to go on the offensive. 7:46 Her thoughts and views on full practice authority. 9:52 What other ways we can look at to give CRNAs more power besides just running for office? 18:15 Why supporting the ASAPAC is very important. 22:36 The perception of the AANA vs the reality when she arrived. 29:01 What would she say to get people involved that hate politics? 33:24   About our guest: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/aana-appoints-ingrida-lusis-as-deputy-chief-advocacy-officer-301703396.html  Visit us online: http://beyondthemaskpodcast.com  Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf  

Earlier this month, the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI) and the government continued the legislative process of the Health Bill.The rapidity with which the government and the House of Representatives drafted the Health Bill has drawn criticism, as has the public's lack of access to information In this episode, Bonnibel Rambatan will talk with Diah Satyani Saminarsih and Ignatia Alfa Gloria about the updates on Indonesia Health Bill progress and its problems, reproductive health issues on the Health Bill, and why this health bill needs to be monitored together. Diah Satyani Saminarsih is the Founder & CEO of Center for Indonesia's Strategic Development Initiatives or CISDI. Diah is a psychologist by training, her professional journey has gone across consulting companies, national ministry/public institutions, and now multilateral organisations. Ignatia Alfa Gloria. is Policy and Advocacy Officer at Yayasan IPAS Indonesia. She believes every woman needs to be able to determine their own sexuality and reproductive rights. Beside her day job, she is also learning and doing stand up comedy. You can also find this podcast on our website at ⁠https://newnaratif.com/the-fight-for-reproductive-rights-in-indonesia/ Our movement needs your support. A movement is only as strong as its members. If you believe in a more democratic Southeast Asia, join New Naratif as a member ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://newnaratif.com/product/membership/

Guest: Mbekezeli Benjamin is Research and Advocacy Officer of the advocacy group ‘Judges Matter' and he joins John to consider the progress of the JSC interviews taking place from the 17th to the 21st April 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, my guest is Fiore Longo, a Research and Advocacy Officer at Survival International, the global movement for tribal peoples. She is the director of Survival International France and Survival International Spain. Fiore coordinates Survival's conservation campaign, and has visited many communities in Africa and Asia that face human rights abuses in the name of conservation. Months ago, Survival International reached out to let me know what was happening in Tanzania regarding the brutal and illegal evictions of the Maasai from their territories. Finally, we managed to record what is a deeply nuanced and important conversation regarding those very evictions and their history. We discuss the western imaginary of nature, the enclosure of the commons & the creation of national parks, the second industrial revolution in Africa, the contradictions and criminality of conservation NGOs, how eco-reserves are created to make room for tourism and the costs that come along with it. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Survival International Official Website: Maasai Evictions Press Release The Maasai Are Under Attack in the Name of Conservation: 'This Is Our Land, and We Won't Leave' Why 30×30 would be the worst possible outcome of COP15 Survival International Official Website: Decolonizing Conservation Campaign Film: Serengeti Shall Not Die Journalist Mark Dowie ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Support the podcast and the movement through our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theendoftourism Discover more episodes and join the conversation: http://www.theendoftourism.com Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter @theendoftourism‍

Don't miss 2023's first episode of Hancock Talks, where Carly Brooks and Army Robinson dive into planning opportunities for the new year in light of today's economic and tax landscape. Tune in for details on:Economic trends and legislative developments impacting clients' priorities How to address the protection gap despite economic challenges Trends and changes affecting high-net-worth clients Finseca's advocacy priorities on behalf of the financial security profession in 2023For financial professional use only. Not intended for use with the general public.Insurance products are issued by: John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.), Boston, MA 02116 (not licensed in New York) and John Hancock Life Insurance Company of New York, Valhalla, NY 10595. MLINY011123593-3

Join a panel of Yemeni scholars and activists for a bottom-up perspective on the conflict in Yemen. ***Please note: This discussion was recorded on May 17, 2022 and while the situation on the ground has changed, we hope the background provided here remains informative.*** The recent ceasefire in Yemen and upcoming peace talks promise a possible end to a nightmarish six-year-long conflict that has generated one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world. International commentary tends to frame the conflict as a proxy war between regional powers and remains narrowly focused on dynamics between the Saudi-led coalition and the Houthis. Missing from this picture are the projects and priorities of Yemeni activists, social movements, and grassroots organizations. We rarely hear the voices of Yemeni women, youth, or ordinary people. Yet these forces will be essential to the post-war peace-building process. Yemeni civilians are doing more than simply surviving against punishing odds. A durable settlement to the conflict will be impossible without them. How might both the war in Yemen and the prospects for peace look different with these voices at the center? By featuring Yemenis who work directly in and with these movements, this panel will provide an important bottom-up perspective that can supplement and challenge prevailing accounts of the conflict. Speakers: Azal Alsalafi is a Research Fellow at the Yemen Policy Center in Berlin and Protection and Advocacy Officer at the Peace Track Initiative, which was founded by Yemeni women inside and outside Yemen who came together in 2015 to support the peace process in Yemen. Her research and work focus on pathways of protection, feminist foreign policies, socio-economic dynamics and their impact on human rights and peace-building. Yazeed al-Jeddawy is a fellow at the Yemen Peace Forum and an independent research consultant. He has co-authored papers and policy briefs on youth, arts, transitional justice, development and peace-building in Yemen. He previously worked as a coordinator of youth-focused projects/programs at Youth Without Borders Organisation for Development (YWBOD), and as Education Program Manager at Nahda Makers Organization. Stacey Philbrick Yadav is Associate Professor of International Relations at Hobart and William Smith Colleges. She is the author of Yemen in the Shadow of Transition: Pursuing Justice Amid War, which will be published in September 2022, and Islamists and the State: Legitimacy and Institutions in Yemen and Lebanon (2013). She co-edited The Fight for Yemen, a special issue of Middle East Report, the magazine of the Middle East Research and Information Project (MERIP). Since 2019, she has been working with Yemeni colleagues on internationally sponsored projects for everyday peacebuilding in Yemen. Hassan El-Tayyab is Legislative Director for Middle East Policy at the Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL) in Washington. Prior to joining FCNL in August 2019, he was co-director of Just Foreign Policy, where he led the organization's lobbying work to advance a more progressive foreign policy in the Middle East and Latin America. He played a major role in the successful passage of the War Powers Resolution to end U.S. military participation in the Saudi-led coalition's war and blockade on Yemen. This event is sponsored by the Internationalism From Below and Haymarket Books. Watch the live event recording: https://youtu.be/WF8AlZuWrVM Buy books from Haymarket: www.haymarketbooks.org Follow us on Soundcloud: soundcloud.com/haymarketbooks