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Jim Stovall is an American writer best known for his bestselling novel The Ultimate Gift. The book was made into the movie The Ultimate Gift, distributed by 20th Century Fox.Stovall is blind and is an advocate for people with blindness. He works to make television and movies accessible to the blind as President of the Narrative Television Network, an organization that has received various award recognitions, including an Emmy award, a Media Access Award, and an International Film and Video Award.Jim was chosen as the International Humanitarian of the Year, joining Jimmy Carter, Nancy Reagan, and Mother Teresa as recipients of this honor. He has also received an Honorary Doctor of Law from ORU for his work with disabled people.In the book Forbes Great Success Stories: Twelve Tales of Victory Wrested from Defeat by Alan Farnham, Malcolm Stevenson "Steve" Forbes Jr., president and CEO of Forbes magazine, said, "Jim Stovall is one of the most extraordinary men of our era."As you listen to Jim's oral history, you will hear him talk about his blindness which began when he was 17, his walk to the mailbox, and the idea for the Narrative Television Network. Listen to this fascinating story on the podcast and website of Voices of Oklahoma.

Fatima Al Mahmoud gives a round-up of today's trends. On today's episode, the secretary general of UNRWA, Philippe Lazzarini, has labelled Israel's war in Gaza as a “war on children” with more than 12,300 children killed in Gaza between October last year and February. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the military will finish the job of eliminating Hamas in the southern city of Rafah, despite global condemnation of a further attack. The UAE has announced plans to intensify humanitarian efforts to help Palestinians in Gaza during the holy month, said Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed, Chairman of the Office of Development and Martyrs' Families Affairs at the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council.  

Israel's military response to the 7 October 2023 attack by Hamas has been subject to much discussion. In a two-part series, we consider specific questions related to the use of force, jus ad bellum, and the laws governing the conduct of hostilities, means, and methods of warfare, referred to as jus in bello. In this episode, Dr Maria Varaki, Lecturer in International Law at King's College London, speaks to Marko Milanovic, Professor of Public international Law at the University of Reading and prolific author in Human Rights Law, International Humanitarian and Criminal Law. They discuss Professor Milanovic's blog post ‘Does Israel Have the Right to Defend Itself?' in EJIL Talk, exploring his legal analysis of complex questions related to the right of self-defence under article 51 of the UN Charter and the concept of proportionality. -- In response to the ongoing situation and humanitarian crisis, all those at King's College London affected by the events in Israel and Gaza can access support here: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/students/support-for-students-and-staff-affected-by-the-israel-and-gaza-conflict

In this transformative episode, we delve into the extraordinary life of Jim Stovall, a luminary whose journey transcends barriers. A prolific author of 50+ books, filmmaker adapting 9 books into movies, and President of the Narrative Television Network, Jim's impact is immeasurable. Adorned with accolades including an Emmy, a Media Access Award, and an International Film and Video Award. Beyond his creative prowess, Jim stands as the International Humanitarian of the Year, a distinction shared with people like Jimmy Carter and Mother Teresa. Forbes said Jim is "one of the most extraordinary men of our era." Join us as Jim shares his unique insights as a blind creative force, weaving tales of his father, his experience in the movie industry and leaving an indelible mark as a beacon of inspiration and resilience.

Amnesty International has called upon both Israel and Palestinian armed groups to strictly abide by international humanitarian laws and refrain from imposing collective punishment on civilians. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Amnesty International spokesperson in South Africa, Genevieve Quintal.

Jim Stovall is the President of the Emmy Award-winning Narrative Television Network and a highly sought-after author and speaker. His work making television accessible to the USA's 13 million blind and visually impaired people saw him named Entrepreneur of the Year by The President's Committee on Equal Opportunity; he was also chosen as the International Humanitarian of the Year in 2000. Jim is the author of the best-selling book, The Ultimate Gift, which is now a major motion picture starring James Garner and Abigail Breslin.   On the Wow Factor today, Jim shares what it was like for him to be slowly losing his sight as he was trying to become an entrepreneur and develop his business, and how Ray Charles was a reminder to Jim that God did have a plan for his life after sight loss. He describes what prompted him to start The Narrative Television Network to support visually impaired people to enjoy tv and films. Jim also shares his belief that if you've got passion, a calling, and willingness, then everything else is possible.   "We walk by faith and not by sight.” - Jim Stovall   “you change your life when you change your mind.” - Jim Stovall   “Listen to what people say, but really watch what they do.” - Jim Stovall    This Week on The Wow Factor: The routine physical exam that revealed an unanticipated issue and how it changed the trajectory of Jim's life How Jim met his wife and when they figured out the plan for their lives How Jim is so productive despite his lack of sight The overarching themes in his books How he began as a platform speaker Jim's philosophy that it is possible to use adversity as a springboard to change your life and why your mindset is the key to your legacy and your salvation The details of Jim's most recent book, The Gift of Giving: Living Your Legacy Why Jim launched the Crusader Scholarship Fund and the Stovall Center for Entrepreneurship Why Jim is convinced that every success we have is not a destination, it's a platform from which to view our next big opportunity for success   Jim Stovall's Words of Wisdom: You change your life when you change your mind — we're all only one decision away from anything we want. The biggest dream you ever had, the most significant thing God ever called you to, is alive and well, and the only thing you've got to do to activate it. Go into that little voting booth in the middle of your soul that only you and God know about, and grab that lever that says yes, and pull it. And if you'll vote yes for yourself in that big dream, you'll find out that God voted yes for you a long time ago.   Connect with Jim Stovall: Jim Stovall Website Jim Stovall on Twitter   Connect with The WOW Factor: The WOW Factor Website Connect with Brad Formsma via email Brad Formsma on LinkedIn Brad Formsma on Instagram Brad Formsma on Facebook Brad Formsma on Twitter    

Dr Kilby's talk explores Tibetan Buddhist perspectives on displacement that can inform the international humanitarian response to the displacement crisis The world's displaced population breaks new records each year and has now climbed to more than 100 million people. What insights can Buddhist traditions—and Tibetan traditions in particular—offer for addressing this humanitarian challenge? Dr Kilby draws on texts and ethnographies to offer some Tibetan Buddhist perspectives on displacement, both historical and contemporary, that can inform the international humanitarian response to the displacement crisis. She connects this research to her work consulting with the International Committee of the Red Cross, highlighting the value of academic engagement with the humanitarian sector.

On today's episode we discuss the humanitarian crisis in Pakistan. Major floods there are devastating millions of people, killing off livestock, and ravaging the landscape. Joining me for this episode are Dr. Aslam Daud, chairman of non-profit organization Humanity First, and Rahul Singh, CEO of GlobalMedic, an organization providing humanitarian aid across the world. Both offer insight into the reality of the natural disaster at hand and Canada's response. We also discuss more general issues in international development, such as how to prevent devastation like this over the long term. This episode was recorded prior to Hurricane Fiona hitting Canadian shores, and I also want to share my sincerest sympathy for all those impacted by that storm. We will look to discuss the response to natural disasters in Canada in a future episode. To never miss another episode, like, share, and follow Resuming Debate on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and don't forget to leave a review.

Our guest in this episode of Eyeway Conversations is Jim Stovall, a celebrated author, humanitarian, national champion Olympic weightlifter, entrepreneur and a highly sought after platform speaker. In conversation with George Abraham, Jim shares his inspiring journey. Born in Oklahoma, United States, Jim grew up to be a professional football player until he was diagnosed with macular degeneration, an eye disease that most often attacks the elderly, at the young age of seventeen. By the age of twenty-nine, he had turned completely blind. What may have seemed like an end to one's dream, Jim took the challenge in his stride and accomplished many dreams. Jim is the author of the best-selling book, The Ultimate Gift, which is a major motion picture starring James Garner and Abigail Breslin. He is also author of The Ultimate Life and The Ultimate Journey, which have inspired other major motion pictures. Jim advocates on behalf of people with blindness. He works to make television and movies accessible to the blind as President of the Narrative Television Network, an organization that has received various award recognitions including an Emmy award, a Media Access Award, and an International Film and Video Award. Jim was selected as the 2000 International Humanitarian of the Year, joining Jimmy Carter, Nancy Reagan, and Mother Teresa as recipients of this honor. Tune in to hear more about Jim's extraordinary achievements and life! To access the podcast transcript, click on link: https://otter.ai/u/ZfHbYhLKjH6Rlz95mWlUyWcn5_I This podcast is brought to you by Score Foundation and supported by Cipla Foundation. To support our work, kindly visit the link: https://scorefoundation.org.in/get-involved/

Right Thinking with Steve Coplon | Guest: Jim StovallThis week's show is called "A Message from Jim Stovall." Tune in and hear Steve interview Jim Stovall, internationally acclaimed author, motivational speaker, and International Humanitarian of the Year. This interview is the fourth in a four-part series featuring four of the most inspirational, motivational people that Steve has the privilege to call his friends. Listen to Jim share his story and be inspired as you have never been before. "You change your life when you change your mind” - Jim Stovall.

On this episode I chatted with Oklahoma Hall of Fame 2021 inductee Jim Stovall. Native Oklahoman Jim Stovall is proud to be able to make his home and operate his global business enterprises in his hometown of Tulsa. Losing his sight in his twenties and realizing that his dream of playing professional football was not an option, Stovall discovered competitive weightlifting and completed his athletic career as a national champion Olympic weightlifter. As founder and president of the Emmy Award-winning Narrative Television Network, Stovall adds soundtracks between the dialogue of movies, television, and educational programming to enhance and describe the experience for those with visual impairments. His first book, You Don't Have to be Blind to See, recounted the story of losing his sight and launching his business. Today, as a highly sought-after author and platform speaker, Stovall's scope of work includes more than 50 books, including his bestselling novel The Ultimate Gift which resulted in a major motion picture distributed by 20th Century Fox and starring the late James Garner. Eight of Stovall's additional books also have been made into movies with others in production, including his novel Will to Win featuring the life, wit, and wisdom of Will Rogers. Stovall writes a weekly syndicated column, appearing in newspapers, magazines, and online publications, that is read worldwide. He is featured weekly on a national radio show and another broadcast locally in Tulsa and northeast Oklahoma. For his work in making television accessible to our nation's 13 million blind and visually impaired, The President's Committee on Equal Opportunity selected Stovall as the Entrepreneur of the Year. He has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes Magazine, USA Today, and has been seen on Good Morning America, CNN, and CBS Evening News. He also was chosen as the International Humanitarian of the Year, joining Jimmy Carter, Nancy Reagan, and Mother Teresa as recipients of this honor. This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, telling Oklahoma's stories through its people since 1927. For more information on the Oklahoma Hall of Fame go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to www.instagram.com/oklahomahof  #thisisoklahoma 

Join Army veteran, Titan Games competitor and International Humanitarian , Michelle Lewis today on this brand new episode of the B.E.S.T. Self Podcast.  After joining the military at seventeen and surviving three IED's on consecutive Fridays overseas, this success road specialist has a positive outlook on life and a growth mindset she shares with host Brad Dalton.   Despite making an appearance with Duane Johnson on NBC and having great success monetarily, Michelle dropped her career to pursue a life of servanthood leadership in the country of Columbia-a place she had never visited.  Listen to Michelle share her journey and give insight for the individuals out there looking to out improve the previous best versions of themselves.  This is a powerful and insightful episode.  Join the good fight for the positive train, seek people seizing the good and help lead the good news movement with us.Michelle works directly inside the gamechanger non profit organization, Empower The Barrios.  With a heart bigger than the room or car you currently sit in, she is changing the world, one life at a time.The #1 Best Seller,  DNA Of A Winner:  8 Steps to Building The Soulprint Of A Winner is on the market.  Grab your copy on Amazon searching the title or at www.braddaltongroup.comBrad is a Tier One coach inside the most powerful Empowerment coaching program in the world and is currently accepting candidates that are a good fit to be coached.  Click here for a conversation or text "Empower On" to  208-353-0657.In its 1.5 years on the market, 900+ cities have hopped onboard the B.E.S.T. Self Podcast.  Additionally, sixty countries have made the plunge into the success road at the time of this recording!   We welcome back Denver, Colorado as well as Medellín, Antioquia to the show!The best investment made today will be the investment in YOU.  Your Best Self will never disappoint.  If you feel the show is worthy, please feel free to share with those you care about as it encourages others to be the their best selves.  We can all be 1% better today.Please feel free to review the show as it encourages others to listen in.   All interview videos can be seen on the Best Self Podcast YouTube Channel.Audio only versions as well as interviews can be found at Spotify, iTunes, iHeart Radio, Google Podcast, Castbox, Apple Podcast, Deezer and most major podcast networks.Thank you for sharing!   Make it a great day!You may find Michelle at the following destinations: Michelle Lewis Instagram: @tamil_tiger_13Instagram: Empower The Barrios

Licensed professional counselors Johanna Dwinells and Sarah Bryski-Hamrick are slowly demystifying and destigmatizing therapy, one episode at a time. Recording and living in the Philadelphia area, Johanna and Sarah work to make therapy feel more accessible, with quirky, sometimes intrusive questions that reveal the human side of healthcare professionals, all while they overcome their own anxieties and internalized stigmas. TW: NoneEpisode summary: Johanna watches more TV. Sarah builds Legos. They both discuss the history of anxiety. Guest, Renisher Roberts, talks about singles therapy and how her personality and identity as a bicultural therapist impacts her therapeutic style.Guest Bio: Renisher Roberts is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of New York. She's an established bicultural psychotherapist with over twelve years of clinical experience. She is an Emotional Wellness and Relationship Therapist, who specializes in Singles Therapy. She is the founder and creator of "Renisher Roberts, Psychotherapy", her private practice, which opened in 2013. Prior to entering private practice, Renisher worked in various institutional settings, with diverse populations. Her earlier experiences took her from the safe walls of a college Counseling Center, to a lock down unit of an Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital. Here she saw first hand the extreme spectrum of what mental illness really looks like. Renisher's clinical services include individual, group, and family therapies. She has served as a mentor to students and new therapists alike and she is also a supervisor.Renisher is passionate about empowering, Inspiring and Encouraging women. This passion has taken her to all corners of the world, as an International Humanitarian volunteer. There she used her clinical skills, and expertise to not only build emotionally, but physically as well. She continues to volunteer for an organization that provides free therapy to underprivileged young adults, who would not be able to afford it otherwise. Further, helping to break down the stigmas of mental illness. When she is not in the virtual room, Renisher enjoys traveling the world, some of her favorite visited places include New Zealand, Africa and Venice Italy. She is a self proclaimed foodie, who enjoys great cuisines and exploring different cultures and customs.Sources for today's History Lesson: “A history of anxiety: from Hippocrates to DSM” by Marc-Antoine Crocq, MDResources: “Mr. Unavailable & the Fallback Girl: The Definitive Guide” by Natalie LueQuestions/comments/concerns? Want to be interviewed on TND podcast? Email us at therapistsnextdoor@gmail.com.Follow us: IG: @tndpodTwitter: @therapistsndpodDo you want bonus features, including episodes, the ability to vote on what questions we ask our guests and ad-free episodes (fingers crossed)? Do you want to help support us as we demystify and destigmatize mental health? Visit our Patreon: patreon.com/tndpodcastOr visit our website: tndpodcast.com

Jim Stovall is the President of the Emmy Award-winning Narrative Television Network and a highly sought-after author and speaker. His work making television accessible to the USA's 13 million blind and visually impaired people saw him named Entrepreneur of the Year by The President's Committee on Equal Opportunity; he was also chosen as the International Humanitarian of the Year in 2000. Jim is the author of the best-selling book, The Ultimate Gift, a major motion picture starring James Garner and Abigail Breslin.   Jim joins my co-host and son Drew and me on the Wow Factor Podcast for the second time to give his insights into nurturing and encouraging the next generation of leaders. We're excited to be digging into the details of The Ultimate Gift, why Jim decided to write it, and his goals for the book. Jim shares the book's central message and why he chose to share his essential vision with a wider audience through the medium of fiction.   “The reason I made Red Stevens (James Garner in the movie) a billionaire was to dispel what I call the big lie. And the big lie in our society simply says, If I just had enough money, I wouldn't have any problems.” - Jim Stovall   “There's no shortcut to anywhere worth going. And that's true in life success, in business, and when we deny our children that we set them up in a world that's not real.” - Jim Stovall   “Success in life is a series of good choices; failure is a series of bad choices — very few things are terminal.” - Jim Stovall   This Week on The Wow Factor: How Jim was persuaded to write his first seven inspirational books How long it took to write The Ultimate Gift and why it has never had any edits or rewrites The experience Jim had that planted the seed that God was getting him ready for the convergence of ideas for the book The three things that hold the key to happiness in life Jim's message to parents today who are trying to raise good-hearted, hard-working kids and how to build good familial relationships Why it's important to let your kids find their own way and take responsibility for overcoming their challenges How The Ultimate Gift became a film and where to spot Jim as he makes a cameo How Jim figured out a way to change people's lives, despite it not being in the way he first expected   Connect with Jim Stovall: Jim Stovall Website Jim Stovall on Twitter Dear Napoleon: The Living Legacy of Napoleon Hill and Think and Grow Rich by Jim Stovall   Connect with The WOW Factor: I Like Giving: The Transforming Power of a Generous Life by Brad Formsma Words of Wisdom Website Brad Formsma on LinkedIn Brad Formsma on Instagram Brad Formsma on Facebook Brad Formsma on Twitter    

Kruh smiercu is a sixth level necromancy spell with a range of one hundred fifty feet and a material requirement of fifty grams of crushed black pearl powder. Upon casting, a sphere of dark energy, sixty feet in radius, expands from a point within range.  Anything within the sphere will receive a lethal dose of necrotic radiation.  Plants and small creatures will experience instant death, while anything larger will have a much worse fate.  Immediately, the dermis and epidermis will die.  The victim will not feel any pain because all nerve endings cease to function. Hearing and vision will cease in a few seconds.  The hair and teeth will fall out within five minutes, and fifteen minutes after exposure, the victim will go into shock as the organs begin to liquify.  Death is certain after half an hour. The last recorded use of this spell with Belarusian origins was in Germany near the end of World War Two. International Humanitarian and Federal law prohibit this spell from being cast, and there are currently twelve states including Indiana and Michigan, that ban all spells of this class.

Jim Stovall is the President of the Emmy Award-winning Narrative Television Network and a highly sought-after author and speaker. His work making television accessible to the USA's 13 million blind and visually impaired people saw him named Entrepreneur of the Year by The President's Committee on Equal Opportunity; he was also chosen as the International Humanitarian of the Year in 2000. Jim is the author of the best-selling book, The Ultimate Gift, which is now a major motion picture starring James Garner and Abigail Breslin.   On the Wow Factor today, Jim shares what it was like for him to be slowly losing his sight as he was trying to become an entrepreneur and develop his business, and how Ray Charles was a reminder to Jim that God did have a plan for his life after sight loss. He describes what prompted him to start The Narrative Television Network to support visually impaired people to enjoy tv and films. Jim also shares his belief that if you've got passion, and a calling, and the willingness, then everything else is possible.   "We walk by faith and not by sight.” - Jim Stovall   “You change your life when you change your mind.” - Jim Stovall   “Listen to what people say, but really watch what they do.” - Jim Stovall    This Week on The Wow Factor: The routine physical exam that revealed an unanticipated issue and how it changed the trajectory of Jim's life How Jim met his wife and when they figured out the plan for their lives How Jim is so productive despite his lack of sight The overarching themes in his books How he began as a platform speaker Jim's philosophy that it is possible to use adversity as a springboard to change your life and why your mindset is the key to your legacy and your salvation The details of Jim's most recent book, The Gift of Giving: Living Your Legacy Why Jim launched the Crusader Scholarship Fund and the Stovall Center for Entrepreneurship Why Jim is convinced that every success we have is not a destination, it's a platform from which to view our next big opportunity for success   Jim Stovall's Words of Wisdom: You change your life when you change your mind — we're all only one decision away from anything we want. The biggest dream you ever had, the most significant thing God ever called you to, is alive and well, and the only thing you've got to do to activate it. Go into that little voting booth in the middle of your soul that only you and God know about, and grab that lever that says yes, and pull it. And if you'll vote yes for yourself in that big dream, you'll find out that God voted yes for you a long time ago.   Connect with Jim Stovall: Jim Stovall Website Jim Stovall Website   Connect with The WOW Factor: I Like Giving: The Transforming Power of a Generous Life by Brad Formsma Words of Wisdom Website Brad Formsma on LinkedIn Brad Formsma on Instagram Brad Formsma on Facebook Brad Formsma on Twitter    

June 9th, 2021 ​Joanne Dufour, an anti-nuclear weapons educator, brings us a message of hope as we face humanity's greatest challenge. She is a trainer in International Humanitarian law for the Red Cross and has the Disarming Our Planet blog. Today China, Russia and the US are rattling the sabers of new arms races - yielding big profits for corporate bomb makers but threatening the very life of humanity. Instead of U.S. government policies protecting the people, they've protected the corporations that have led us down a disastrous path that is already killing thousands of people from Marshall Islanders and other bomb test victims, to radiation burn victims, downwinders, and many more. All this is being done with your tax dollars, and you hold the key to stopping it! Joanne talks about how you can be a part of a movement to use smart actions to reduce the danger. Most importantly you can help get the money out of bomb-making - encouraging your universities, pension funds and banks to divest from bomb-makers - and other ways we, the people, can join with the overwhelming majority of nations to enforce the Nuclear Weapons Ban Treaty. -- See the video at: PeoplePoweredPlanet.com -- Music by: „World Citizen“ Jahcoustix feat. Shaggy courtesy of Dominik Haas, Telefonica and EoM Also, check out the film on World Citizen #1 Garry Davis at: www.theworldismycountry.com

The image of a 15-year-old girl jammed into a dog crate so small her knees were forced against her chest and then was forced into prostitution was pivotal in Peggy Bilsten's fight against sex trafficking. She was a teacher before being elected to the Phoenix City Council, and three years later elected vice mayor. She used that cultural capital to fight against domestic violence in Arizona and advocate for people with disabilities. She played a role in opening StreetLightUSA in Phoenix, a Christ-centered program to help survivors of child sex trafficking heal and dream again. She led seven humanitarian aid trips to Indonesia following the 2004 tsunami. She traveled to DRC Congo – the rape epicenter of the world – five times as part of a team to provide trauma counseling to survivors of rape. She participated in humanitarian missions into Sudan to rescue child soldiers and sex slaves. She has helped equip church planters, leaders, and pastors around the world. The power of one. Prepare to be inspired as to how you can change the world in the story of Peggy Bilsten. Click here learn more about some of the ministries Peggy has participated with:  StreetLightUSA  https://www.streetlightusa.org/ Arizona Sexual Assault Networkhttp://www.arizonasexualassaultnetwork.org/ Mending the Soulhttps://mendingthesoul.org/ Food for the Hungryhttps://www.fh.org/ Arizona Sexual Assault Networkhttp://www.arizonasexualassaultnetwork.org/ Original air date: May 6, 2021 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jim Stovall has been a national champion Olympic weightlifter, the President of the Emmy Award-winning Narrative Television Network, and a highly sought after author and platform speaker. He is the author of the best selling book, The Ultimate Gift, which is now a major motion picture starring James Garner and Abigail Breslin. For his work in making television accessible to our nation's 13 million blind and visually impaired people, The President's Committee on Equal Opportunity selected Jim Stovall as the Entrepreneur of the Year.  He was also chosen as the International Humanitarian of the Year, joining Jimmy Carter, Nancy Reagan, and Mother Teresa as recipients of this honor.

On December 7, Foreign Policy at Brookings hosted Undersecretary General for Humanitarian Affairs at the United Nations Sir Mark Lowcock for an address on the impact of COVID-19 on humanitarian action. Following his remarks, Senior Fellow Bruce Jones joined Sir Lowcock for a conversation exploring the long-term consequences of the virus and potential policy solutions. Questions from the audience followed the discussion. https://www.brookings.edu/events/the-covid-19-fallout-challenges-for-the-international-humanitarian-system/ Subscribe to Brookings Events on iTunes, send feedback email to events@brookings.edu, and follow us and tweet us at @policypodcasts on Twitter. To learn more about upcoming events, visit our website. Brookings Events is part of the Brookings Podcast Network.

You can't  fail to be moved by Tracy's infectious energy, and learn amazing lessons from her that can be applied in every area of life!She has accomplished so much in her life that you forget she was born a 4 way amputeeHere's a list of just some of her many achievements: She is an expert on Disarming Limiting Beliefs, been seen in Oprah Magazine,  had 100 million ++ views of her videos, she is an international Award-Winning Business Leader, Speaker with the stars, TedX speaker, spoken in over 40+ countries, has an BEd & MBA, Decorated Athlete as a World Cup Sailor, 1st amputee who climbed the Himalaya Mountains, TV host, Bestselling Author, and has been recognised for her International Humanitarian work by Canada Hall of Fame.Some key points from our interview:How she learnt early on in life that the worst thing in the world was a bad excuseHow she feels that she is lucky to be born a 4 way amputeeHow she gained independence and confidence by surrounding herself with successful peopleHow she recognised that there are always opportunities, she just had to say yesHow she had to keep getting back in her boat when she was learning to sail rather than quit"If I live a life of no excuses, then I get to live a life of no limits" - Tracy Schmitt You can't more information about Tracy here:www.unstoppabletracy.com                      *                                       *                                          *                                            *"Unbroken: Healing Through Storytelling" features  individuals who have all triumphed after adversity and have not just bounced back in life, but forward and are now making a difference for others.Hosted by Madeleine Black, the show will share stories of all the amazing people Madeleine has met on her own journey as an author/speaker and these stories will heal, motivate, inspire and bring hope when they share their wisdom and knowledge with her.She really believes in the power that comes when we share our stories, that in fact we are not story tellers but story healers. Tune in to discover what helped them to stay unbroken and together we will discover that none of us are broken beyond repair.You can find out more about Madeleine, her story and her memoir, Unbroken,  from her website: https://madeleineblack.co.uk/Watch the Podcast via YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/MadeleineBlackUnbrokenFollow on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/unbrokenthepodcastwithmb 

This week’s Misfit Entrepreneur is Jim Stoval. Jim is an icon. He’s shared the stage with everyone from Zig Ziglar to Tony Robbins. He’s the bestselling author of 30 books including The Ultimate Gift, The Ultimate Life and The Lamp which have been made into major motion pictures. Jim has been a national champion Olympic weightlifter, the President of the Emmy Award-winning Narrative Television Network, and a highly sought after author and platform speaker. Steve Forbes said “Jim Stovall is one of the most extraordinary men of our era.” You see, Jim is blind and he has shown through his life and work that no matter who you are or your situation, you can accomplish anything. In fact, for his work in making television accessible to our nation’s 13 million blind and visually impaired people, The President’s Committee on Equal Opportunity selected Jim Stovall as the Entrepreneur of the Year. He was also chosen as the International Humanitarian of the Year, joining Jimmy Carter, Nancy Reagan, and Mother Teresa as recipients of this honor. It's truly an honor to have him on and I can’t wait to have him share his wisdom with you in this episode. ​ www.JimStoval.com Jim was born and raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma and still makes it his home. His businesses stretch across the world. He grew up with one ambition – to be an All-American football player and play in the NFL. He had the size and speed to do it and was heavily recruited and scouted. As such, he never cared about school or anything. He didn’t have a plan B. Then one year, during a routine physical, he was diagnosed with a condition that would cause him to lose his sight. His dream to play in the NFL died and he was confronted with this massive problem that was a blessing in disguise. Of all that you’ve done and learned on your journey, what have you found that truly matters? Jim has over 10 million copies of his books in print and the movies off them have grossed over $100 million. The story of the book and subsequent, the Ultimate Gift is what truly matters. The secret of life is to find our gift and then we achieve meaning when we share it and give it away. We achieve meaning when we truly serve humanity with that gift. So many people play the wrong game. You can go from world class to mediocre by playing the wrong game. How does someone go about finding their gift or confirming they have found it? You must grow, advance and develop – otherwise, you are choosing only with the options you have currently. You start with what comes easy to you that everyone else seems to think is hard. You have to find what you enjoy doing and then find meaning with it and how it can matter in a larger way. And you need to be able to profit in it. You don’t “make money.” You “earn it.” And you earn money by creating value. Ask how you can serve more people and create more value – the money will follow if you can do that. How do you see money? The big lie – If I have enough money, I wouldn’t have any more problems. Money doesn’t solve your problems; it makes you more of whatever you are. Valuables without values is like a loaded gun. Get and instill the right values before your get the money. Money is not a goal. It is a tool. We don’t want money, we want the things money will buy and we need to know what those are. Otherwise, we get caught up in the “disease of more,” where are never satisfied and “more” never comes. The disease of more is an empty pursuit. At the 16 min mark, Jim talks about losing his sight and about changing your life by changing your mind… Jim made a bargain with God and challenged God. It all happened at a state fair. He saw an exhibition of weightlifting. And then went to a concert at fair without even looking who was playing. And then the announcer came out and said, “Ladies and Gentlemen, Ray Charles” In that moment, Jim found his message in the magic of seeing Ray Charles and realizing a blind guy could do something. That was the beginning and what put him on his path to be an Olympic weightlifter, his businesses, etc. What have you learned about how to develop and winning and succeeding mindset? The magic words “Somebody ought to do something…” Those words are an idea. The world is weighting for a great idea and we trip over them multiple times a day. The have a great business, you need idea of “somebody ought to do something” and then ask, how can I help other people avoid that problem or issue or improve this situation for them. Care about others and solve their problems. It’s about them and not you. That is how you succeed. What have you learned from your relationship with Steve Forbes? They met after Jim was chosen as Entrepreneur of the Year. Steve is a 3rd generation and handed the business built by his father and grandfather. He had a choice of growing it and taking to the next level or sitting on it. He did the former and has built it into the powerhouse it is today. It is different to take something successful and grow it and keep it successful, than to start from nothing and grow something. They are two different skill sets. You’ve written 40 books, is there a favorite? If so why? The best book is Keeper of the Flame. The best-seller is the Ultimate Gift. They are all special in their own way, but the Ultimate Gift is in a league by itself. ​ What is Ultimate Productivity? Productivity is a matter of getting the most of what you put into something. It involves intensity and efficiency. It came out of a conversation with Steve Forbes. The biggest source of productivity knowledge came from John Wooden, who Jim spoke with weekly until his death. It comes down to how we motivate, communicate, and how we act. It is not about time; it is about results. The things you measure are the things that will move. Activity is not productivity. Don’t confuse them. The one commodity we don’t get any more of in life is time. Every day you should be doing something to get closer to your goal. The time to get in the game is today. Jim and I continue a discussion on this and it’s best to listen at around the 32 min mark. What would be your advice a young entrepreneur to succeed, not just in the beginning, but into the future? First, they need to understand what it is to be an entrepreneur. The name is overused. Entrepreneurs are the ones who do everything in our society. Everyone who is employed works for an entrepreneur. Everything invented, built, etc. started in the mind of an entrepreneur. Entrepreneurship is not for those that can be talked out of it. You have to be so committed and have deep passion for it. You must also realize that you have a lot of bosses as an entrepreneur – your customers are your boss and can fire you by voting with their dollars. Next, you must have serious delayed gratification. There are a lot of rules that have to be learned. Self-education is critical to succeed as you competing against the best.   Best Quote: You don’t “make money.” You “earn it.” And you earn money by creating value. The more value you create, the more you earn.   Jim's Misfit 3: The biggest dream, you’ve ever had in your life is alive in you and well. The big scary dreams are real and hell is standing before your maker understanding what you could have done if you had gone after the dream that was inside of you. The question is not “can we,” but “will we.” You will be the same person you are today 5 years from except for the books you read and the people you meet. You change your life when you change your mind. Guard your mind and the input into it. 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In this episode, I interview the Best-Selling Author Jim Stovall. In spite of blindness, Jim Stovall has been a National Olympic weightlifting champion, a successful investment broker, the President of the Emmy Award-winning Narrative Television Network, and a highly sought-after author and platform speaker. He is the author of 40 books, including the bestseller, The Ultimate Gift, which is now a major motion picture from 20th Century Fox starring James Garner and Abigail Breslin. Five of his other novels have also been made into movies with two more in production. Steve Forbes, president and CEO of Forbes magazine, says, “Jim Stovall is one of the most extraordinary men of our era.” For his work in making television accessible to our nation's 13 million blind and visually impaired people, The President's Committee on Equal Opportunity selected Jim Stovall as the Entrepreneur of the Year. Jim Stovall has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes magazine, USA Today, and has been seen on Good Morning America, CNN, and CBS Evening News. He was also chosen as the International Humanitarian of the Year, joining Jimmy Carter, Nancy Reagan, and Mother Teresa as recipients of this honor.

Kruh smiercu is a sixth level necromancy spell with a range of one hundred fifty feet and a material requirement of fifty grams of crushed black pearl powder. Upon casting, a sphere of dark energy, sixty feet in radius, expands from a point within range.  Anything within the sphere will receive a lethal dose of necrotic radiation.  Plants and small creatures will experience instant death, while anything larger will have a much worse fate.  Immediately, the dermis and epidermis will die.  The victim will not feel any pain because all nerve endings cease to function. Hearing and vision will cease in a few seconds.  The hair and teeth will fall out within five minutes, and fifteen minutes after exposure, the victim will go into shock as the organs begin to liquify.  Death is certain after half an hour. The last recorded use of this spell with Belarusian origins was in Germany near the end of World War Two. International Humanitarian and Federal law prohibit this spell from being cast, and there are currently twelve states, including Indiana and Michigan, that ban all spells of this class.

Jim has been a national champion Olympic weightlifter, Emmy Award-winner, and a highly sought after author and platform speaker. He is the author of the best selling book, The Ultimate Gift, which is now a movie.President and CEO of Forbes magazine, says, “Jim Stovall is one of the most extraordinary men of our era.” Jim made television accessible to our nation’s 13 million blind. The President’s Committee on Equal Opportunity selected Jim Stovall as the Entrepreneur of the Year. He was also chosen as the International Humanitarian of the Year, joining Jimmy Carter, Nancy Reagan, and Mother Teresa as recipients of this honor.You can catch the full interview RIGHT HERE!!!

Herb Caudill, Founder and CTO of DevResults, a web tool for international humanitarian assistance & disaster relief programs. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/maripimentashow/message

There are thousands of people in Canada involved in international humanitarian work. According to CARE Canada in a 2011 study, there were 14,000 full-time and 32,000 part-time workers working in international development in our country. And there are also thousands of volunteers who go oversees to provide health-care relief, build schools, help out in community radio stations, and assist in environmental initiatives, among other things. That's a lot of people. Most of them are working from home right now, and many have likely lost their jobs. The exact numbers aren't known yet. And we don't know how many volunteer placements have stopped. One thing is pretty sure -- they're wondering and worrying about the people they help. It's especially difficult because they can't physically go there to see the situation first hand, and in many cases communications infrastructure is either unreliable or unavailable. Today we're talking to two people who work in international development: David Barth is the executive director of World Accord in Waterloo, Ontario. Barth was with a group of volunteers in Honduras when airports started to close and countries were shutting their borders to stop the spread of COVID-19. They are back home now with a lot of stories to tell about what they went through. He also talks about World Accord's partners and his hopes and fears as the pandemic spreads. Simon Chambers is the director of communications for ACT Alliance. The ACT Alliance is a coalition of Protestant and Orthodox churches and church-related organizations engaged in humanitarian, development and advocacy work. The alliance has 135 members working in over 120 countries. Up until a few months ago, he was spending a lot of time on planes going to international meetings. Not now. He's in Toronto, still working but from home. Chambers talks about how the pandemic is shifting priorities for NGOs, and is hopefully not sidelining climate change efforts.  Image: Victoria Fenner

Nils Melzer, UN Special Rapporteur on torture and professor at Geneva Academy of International Humanitarian on the intensive physical and psychological torture of Julian Assange and the smear campaign against him; Lauri Love, who successfully avoided extradition to the U.S. on what happened in his case, and John Kiriakou, former CIA analyst and imprisoned whistleblower on the horror of solitary confinement in U.S. prisons and the rigged workings of the US Federal Court in the Eastern District of Virginia.

Note:  ***Trigger warning regarding disturbing content about 28-31 minute mark and 37-47  discussing sexual assault and rape.** Please listen using your own discretion. This episode took some unexpected twists and turns but whether you agree with her or not, Coco is 100% BOLDLY SPOKEN. In this episode we talked about how she “shamelessly put herself out there” and networked her way to assisting in various hotspots around the world and got involved internationally with major world events. How a classical artist & former computer science major’s life was changed through study abroad and applying soft  “sales” skills and tenacity to get her into positions where she could help with various crises around the world. We also discussed how doing good for others drives personal happiness (a term I coined “ survival of the fittest by survival of the community”). Then we dove into some of her experiences with Global Outreach Doctors and the challenges faced with global humanitarian work surrounding feasibility & ethics including issues with encountering gender-based violence and its impact on communities.  Lastly we got into a pretty deep & serious conversation about her experiences working with military and healthcare colleagues as a woman, and the dangers women face when traveling abroad solo and what she does to protect herself and prepare for the unknown both mentally and physically.   Additional Resources: Contact for mentoring in the NGO/Medical space:coco@globaloutreachdoctors.org Solo Female Traveler Warning: Shawanew “Teshw” Tamiru- Lives in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia .3/.5 pilot pens for self defense  http://pilotpen.us/categories/gel-ink-pens/ Charity Link:https://www.globaloutreachdoctors.org/   Guest Bio: Coco is Nationally Registered Paramedic who has worked globally since 2013, when she moved to Jordan on the Boren scholarship, and subsequently, the Fulbright scholarship to conduct academic research on ISIS and Syrian refugees. During that time, she began volunteering medically at the refugee camps, and since then has worked all around the world: community outreach initiatives in Sierra Leone during the height of the Ebola crisis in 2014, Nepal earthquake response in 2015, humanitarian aid during the Haiti government shutdown in 2016, and in Syrian refugee camps in Greece that same year. She’s worked in Ghana, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Syria and the Russian-Ukraine border and also provided medical services to Iraqi Special Forces in their battles to retake Mosul and Tel Afar from ISIS. This past year she led humanitarian and medical assessment trips to the remote mountainous regions of northern Ethiopia, as well as the under-resourced regions of South Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo. She’s  a NAEMT TCCC instructor, and holds a TC-P with the International Board of Specialty Certification and is currently deployed in Kandahar, Afghanistan, providing healthcare in a clinic on base. Aside from medicine, she holds an MBA from George Washington University, and an MA in International Security from Georgetown University. She applies those degrees at her day job working as a management consultant for Deloitte, helping the government find unique solutions to their challenges in organization and talent structures.

Kruh smiercu is a sixth level necromancy spell with a range of one hundred fifty feet and a material requirement of fifty grams of crushed black pearl powder. Upon casting, a sphere of dark energy, sixty feet in radius, expands from a point within range.  Anything within the sphere will receive a lethal dose of necrotic radiation.  Plants and small creatures will experience instant death, while anything larger will have a much worse fate.  Immediately, the dermis and epidermis will die.  The victim will not feel any pain because all nerve endings cease to function. Hearing and vision will cease in a few seconds.  The hair and teeth will fall out within five minutes, and fifteen minutes after exposure, the victim will go into shock as the organs begin to liquify.  Death is certain after half an hour. The last recorded use of this spell with Belarusian origins was in Germany near the end of World War Two. International Humanitarian and Federal law prohibit this spell from being cast, and there are currently twelve states including Indiana and Michigan, that ban all spells of this class.

Dalia El Fiki, Senior Public Information Associate at UNHCR in the UAE speaks to the Morning Majlis to discuss what International Humanitarian Day means and why it is important to celebrate it. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on Social. www.facebook.com/pulse95radio www.twitter.com/pulse95radio www.instagram.com/pulse95radio

What are the challenges and opportunities coaching purpose-driven teams vs. profit-driven teams? How do we develop team leaders and teams working in hierarchical organizational settings? How do we balance the structural, relational and emergent needs and dynamics in teams? Tune in to this installment of the Team Coaching Zone Podcast where host Dr. Krister Lowe explores these compelling questions with special guest Jason Ighani. Jason Ighani is an accomplished team development specialist who brings over 15 years of (global experience) to KITE. He has worked extensively within the United Nations system in the areas of leadership development and performance management; specializing in assessing, launching and coaching leadership teams in both emergency and development contexts. Jason’s clients include a wide range of agencies and NGOs including UNICEF, UNFPA, UNOPS, UNHCR and the UN Secretariat. Jason is also the founder of The Humanitarian Coaching Network, an organization that enlists coaches worldwide to help humanitarian and development organizations support the engagement and wellbeing of their staff and accelerate organizational change. Jason often works with an organization's most senior leadership, and has a strong reputation for combining empathy with a candid, supportive, direct approach to helping teams become more responsive, aware and agile. Some themes explored in this episode include: The journey to becoming a team coach Balancing coaching the structural conditions of teams along with the relational and emergent aspects The special role of team leaders in team coaching as well as the limits of their role Coaching purpose-driven teams in the international humanitarian sector Clarity of purpose and accountability in teams Assessing team leader and team readiness for team coaching The frontier being more in the “art of team coaching” vs. the “science of team coaching” Continuing one’s evolution as a team coach And more! This is an episode full of value bombs that all team coaches will surely not want to miss! Start listening today and let Jason Ighani help you take your team coaching practice to the next level! For show notes and more information on team coaching go to: https://www.teamcoachingzone.com

This week's show is called "A Message from Jim Stovall." Tune in and hear Steve interview Jim Stovall, internationally acclaimed author, motivational speaker and International Humanitarian of the Year. This interview is the fourth in a four part series featuring four of the most inspirational, motivational people that Steve has the privilege to call his friends. Listen to Jim share his story and be inspired like you have never been before. “You change your life when you change your mind”- Jim Stovall.

The revelatory memoir by former "poster girl for Scientology" Michelle LeClair about her defection from the Church, her newly accepted sexual identity, and the lengths to which Scientology went to silence it. MICHELLE LECLAIR Author of PERFECTLY CLEAR: Escaping Scientology and Fighting for the Woman I Love For years, Michelle LeClair, former President of Scientology's international humanitarian organization, tried to reconcile her sexual orientation with the anti-gay ideology of the church. Michelle finally ends her horrific marriage, finds the love of her life, a woman, and ultimately leaves the Church. But the split comes at a terrible price. Her once pristine reputation is publicly dragged through the mud, the police raid her home, her ex-husband tries to gain full custody of their children, and the multi-million dollar business she built from scratch is utterly destroyed. In this tell-all memoir, Michelle LeClair offers an insider's perspective on Scientology's pervasive influence, secret rituals, and ruthless practices for keeping members in line. Michelle sheds important light on how the church of Scientology views homosexuality, citing her firsthand experience as a top donor to the church and high ranking member, and what happened to her life, business, and her family when she fell in love with a woman. After decades of torment, Michelle broke from Scientology with the help of the woman who gave her the strength to be her true self -- despite having to give up everything.

Continuing its broadcasts from the Rotary International Convention in Atlanta, RadioRotary Co-Hosts Jonah Triebwasser and Sarah O’Connell interview representatives of several of the many exhibits featured at the Convention. “The One” Rotary Action Group presents an award of $100,000 to the International Humanitarian of the year along with $50,000 each to two runners-up, enabling these humanitarians to increase their work with the poor of the world. One effort to help the poor is Project Peanut Butter, which uses Rotary grants to manufacture and supply a specially formatted peanut butter that saves the lives of starving children, primarily in Africa. Another Rotary Action Group specializes in preventing blindness through improving maternal health, cataract surgery, and detection of macular degeneration. The “I Can Read” songs are taught to pre-school children, providing an easy way to learn reading easy, high-frequency words. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/radiorotary/support

Simon Lewis is an International Humanitarian Lifeguard who has saved close to 2,000 refugees fleeing parts of Africa and Syria. These refugees are using ill-equipped vessels that are overloaded and travelling across parts of the Mediterranean sea which are seen as some of the most dangerous migration routes in the world. Simon with the aid of Mission Lifeline, is operating in these areas to assist where he can. The job is not easy and is plagued with legalities which add an extra layer of complexity to an already difficult situation. Heavily influenced by the story of Alan Kurdi that made world news in September 2015, Simon used his years of lifesaving here in Australia to raise money, awareness and begin a series of trips to Europe to do his part in saving the lives of some of the world's most vulnerable. I discovered Simon indirectly through the ASRC (Asylum Seeker Resource Centre) who have played an integral part in supporting refugees seeking asylum here in Australia. Just recently, Simon participated in the ASRC's yearly telethon which raised over $800,000 for the organisation to continue to help those in dire need. Simon and I touched on the lead up to his big decision to take his skills abroad, the challenges he faced in the lead up and the many stories of adversity and also tragedy that he's experienced on the seas of the Mediterranean. It can be a divided topic which stirs up a lot of opinions. Simon's work is what I would class as true hero work. Human's saving humans. Doing the right thing by our fellow man no matter where you were born, the colour of your skin or your beliefs. It can be all too easy to feel disconnected from the adversity of others and I hope this episode brings further awareness and compassion to the many who need it. Show notes Follow Simon on Linkedin | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | GoFundMe | Lifesaving Victoria ASRC - Asylum Seeker Resource Centre Article - 'If I make a mistake, people die': The Aussie lifesaver with the hardest job (News.com.au) Article - Australian lifesaver Simon Lewis helps asylum seekers during 'harrowing' Greece volunteer mission (ABC News)

Joining me on the podcast this month is Peter Baines. Pete developed his unique leadership style by leading international identification teams into Indonesia and Thailand following acts of terrorism and the 2004 South East Asian Tsunami. He would go on to work in the counter terrorism area of Interpol, spent time with the United Nations Office of Drug and Crime and also worked in Saudi Arabia and Japan after natural disasters hit those countries. But it was his work in Thailand that brought the biggest change. After meeting the children left orphaned by the Tsunami, Peter felt compelled to act and founded an Australian charity called Hands Across the Water which has gone on to create opportunities for hundreds of children across Thailand. In January 2014, Peter Baines was recognised in the Australia Day honours with the awarding of the Order of Australia Medal for his International Humanitarian work. To say I was inspired, moved to do more and humbled by our conversation is not enough. There were moments during this chat that I had to hold back to the tears and there were moments of deep connection and the consequent need for silence that effected me for days later. Peter Baines embodies the concept of this podcast – that we can all unleash the brilliance within. Grab a cuppa, download and listen in.

Dr Ziv Bohrer, assistant professor at Bar-Ilan University Faculty of Law, gives a talk for the Public International Law Discussion Group. Please note, the recording for this podcast ended before the end, we apologise for the inconvenience. What international law corpus applies to border-crossing fights between non-State and State forces (transnational conflicts): peacetime-general international law, the Law of International Armed Conflict, the Law of Non-International Armed Conflict, or a new wartime international law altogether? This issue is widely disputed, because transnational conflicts fail to neatly fit into any recognised legal category of collective violence. The 'goofiness' of transnational conflicts is commonly attributed to their novelty. But, nearly two decades already passed since 9/11 (the event marking their rise) without reaching an accepted classification. This classification dispute is not alone. Since the early 2000s, international lawyers have been perpetually debating numerous war-related classifications. Transnational conflicts are considered a primary cause for the present classification crisis: wars of a new kind that is eroding the longstanding distinctions of International Humanitarian Law (IHL). The talk questions the historical accuracy of the accepted assumption that the attributes of transnational conflicts are novel and of the related premise that IHL regulation of transnational conflicts is novel. The talk suggests an alternative explanation for the current strong sense of a classification crisis. Bio Dr. Ziv Bohrer is an assistant professor at Bar-Ilan University, Faculty of Law. His main areas of interest are International Criminal Law and International Humanitarian Law. He is currently researching the long (forgotten) pre-WWII history of International Criminal Law. Prior to that he was a Fulbright fellow and a Visiting Research Scholar at the University of Michigan (2011-12), and a Research Fellow at the Sacher Institute Sacher Institute for Legislative Research and Comparative Law (2012-13). Ziv received his Ph.D. (2011) and LL.M. (2007) from Tel-Aviv University-Faculty of Law, magna cum laude and his LL.B and B.A. (in psychology) from Haifa University. Ziv teaches: Public International Law, International Criminal Law, International Humanitarian law (Law of Armed Conflict), Justification for Punishment in International Criminal Law (seminar). Co-organised with the Oxford Institute for Ethics Law and Armed Conflict (ELAC)

How can community engagement help humanitarian health workers save more lives? What can the humanitarian health community learn from global brands like Coca Cola and McDonalds? In this episode of FoossaPod, we hear from Dr. Uzma Alam, an expert in international humanitarian health. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/foossa/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/foossa/support

Fresh off the road from her most recent travels, Nikala returned just in time to graduate with her Master's Degree in Education!!! We are looking forward to hearing about her International Humanitarian works as well as her current joint-venture with Kamali Academy: an Afrikan-centered homeschool. Listen in as Sis shares her poetry AND her stories.

Jim Stovall has been a national champion Olympic weightlifter, the President of the Emmy Award-winning Narrative Television Network, and a highly sought after author and platform speaker. He is the author of the best-selling book, The Ultimate Gift, which is now a major motion picture. For his work in making television accessible to our nation’s 13 million blind and visually impaired people, The President’s Committee on Equal Opportunity selected Jim Stovall as the Entrepreneur of the Year. He was also chosen as the International Humanitarian of the Year, joining Jimmy Carter, Nancy Reagan, and Mother Teresa as recipients of this honor. To learn more about Jim Stovall Facebook: /jimstovallauthor/ Website: www.jimstovall.com/ To learn more about The Young Businessmen of Tulsa: Facebook: /YBTOklahoma Twitter: @ybTulsaOK LinkedIn: Young Businessmen of Tulsa Website: www.ybtok.com To connect with Evan Uyetake twitter: @utalkie instagram: @utalkie LinkedIn: /evanuyetake email: podcast@ybtok.com This podcast is sponsored by Trost Marketing www.trostmarketing.com

After five months working in the ICU and ED of the Médecins Sans Frontières run Kunduz Trauma Centre (KTC) in northern Afghanistan, I found myself caught up in an eruption of war as the Taliban forcibly took control of Kunduz from the US backed Afghan Military. This marked the beginning of a challenging week of heavy conflict in which our hospital was the only facility providing impartial medical care to war wounded civilians and soldiers from both sides of the conflict. Despite the proximity of the rapidly changing front line, we believed the hospital was the safest place to be, as both warring parties had agreed to respect the protection provided to us under International Humanitarian law. My work in KTC came to a grinding halt when a US Gunship fired over 200 missiles into our hospital, destroying the main building and killing 42 people including 14 of my colleagues. It was a scene of nightmarish horror that will forever be etched in my memory. Since returning from Afghanistan, I have watched in shock as hospital after hospital in both Syria and Yemen has been bombed. Over 250 hospitals in Syria and 130 in Yemen have been attacked since the beginning of their respective conflicts, cataloguing a growing disregard for the rules of war. Despite the condemnation by the UN, the attacks on medical facilities continue, unabated. Following an eye witness account of the attack on KTC, I will look more globally at the trend in hospital bombings, asking some important questions: Is international humanitarian law no longer respected by warring parties? Are we entering into a new paradigm of war where hospital attacks are a legitimate military tactic? What does this mean for the future of critical care delivery in war zones across the world?

The crowdfunding campaign for 'THINK' – the documentary based on Napoleon Hill’s ‘Think and Grow Rich” is now live.  FROM THE DIRECTOR: "If you are a fan of Think and Grow Rich you won't want to miss this. We invite you to join us on our journey as we bring this amazing film to life." - Scott Cervine Napoleon Hill Foundation Certified Instructor, Tom too tall Cunningham, interviews Jim Stovall to promote the Think and Grow Rich movie crowdfunding campaign. In spite of blindness, Jim Stovall has been a National Olympic weightlifting champion, a successful investment broker, the President of the Emmy Award-winning Narrative Television Network, and a highly sought-after author and platform speaker.  He is the author of 30 books, including the bestseller, The Ultimate Gift, which is now a major motion picture from 20th Century Fox starring James Garner and Abigail Breslin. Five of his other novels have also been made into movies with two more in production. For his work in making television accessible to our nation’s 13 million blind and visually impaired people, The President’s Committee on Equal Opportunity selected Jim Stovall as the Entrepreneur of the Year.  He was also chosen as the International Humanitarian of the Year, joining Jimmy Carter, Nancy Reagan, and recently canonized Saint Teresa of Calcutta as recipients of this honor. https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/think-the-legacy-of-think-and-grow-rich#/

Humanitarian Diplomacy aims to mobilize public and governmental support and resources for humanitarian operations, and it is a field with many players, including governments, international organizations, NGOs and the private sector. The issue of Humanitarian Diplomacy has acquired a particular relevance and urgency in the last decades, with the eruption of inner conflicts, civil wars and consequent humanitarian crises in a wide geography extending from Palestine, Somalia and Mali to Afghanistan, Myanmar and Syria. Speakers: Mr Omar Salha Mr Izzet Sahin Mr Huseyin Oruc

He had his life planned out. After gridiron success as a college athlete, his sights were set on the high prize of playing professional football. He was gifted with quickness, agility, and a work ethic that wouldn't quit. When doctors delivered the news that his eyesight was failing and he would later become blind, hopes of a pro career quickly faded. Everything he had worked toward and had achieved vanished. Bestselling author of The Ultimate Gift, and 26 other book (four of which have been made into movies), Emmy award-winning, Entrepreneur of the Year, Jim Stovall shares an incredible story of how he went from dark isolation to tremendous opportunity - for a period, he had resigned himself to living a hidden life, tucked into a small room in the back of his house. His ground-breaking A-HA! moment came when he welled up his courage and conviction and walked, as a man without sight, down his sidewalk to his mailbox. (You have to hear him give his version.) Follow Jim on Twitter, Facebook, and visit his site. In spite of what others' said he couldn't do, Jim has gone on to become:  An International Humanitarian of the Year; A National Olympic weightlifting champion; An Emmy Award winner; The Founder and President of the Emmy Award-winning Narrative Television Network; One of the Ten Outstanding Young Americans awarded by the U.S. Jaycees; A National Entrepreneur of the Year; A recipient of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce National Blue Chip Enterprise Award. Some of Jim's other titles: The Millionaire Map, Just Believe, and The Ultimate Financial Plan.

RSC 2014 Conference: Refugee Voices. Lecture by Dr Jeff Crisp (Refugees International) with an introduction by Professor Dawn Chatty, Director of the RSC. Recorded on 24 March 2014 at St Anne's College, University of Oxford. Jeff Crisp was appointed to the position of Senior Director at Refugees International in Washington DC in September 2013. Previously, he served as Head of the Policy Development and Evaluation Service at the headquarters of UNHCR in Geneva, a position that he held since 2006. Dr Crisp has also held senior positions with the Global Commission on International Migration, where he served as Director of Policy and Research; the Independent Commission on International Humanitarian issues; and the British Refugee Council. Dr Crisp has first-hand experience of refugee situations and humanitarian operations in more than 60 countries around the world, has published and lectured extensively on refugee, humanitarian, and migration issues, as well as African affairs, and was responsible for the publication of two editions of UNHCR's flagship publication, 'The State of the World's Refugees'. A volume of Dr Crisp's work has been published as an open-access e-book titled ‘Asylum, migration and humanitarian action: a collection of papers on refugee-related issues'. Dr Crisp's most recent work has focused on the issues of refugee protection and solutions in urban areas, protracted refugee situations, the linkage between refugee protection and international migration, refugee return and reintegration, the gap between humanitarian relief and development aid, and the Syrian refugee crisis. A British national, he has a master's degree and a PhD in African Studies and Political Science from the University of Birmingham.

Lainie in the Field - Africa I've always been interested in and fascinated by those who choose to work in parts of the world where either disaster, war, famine or poor governance has created a dire medical situation.  These heroes are a special breed of humanitarian. Most of what they do is never celebrated or publicized to match the degree of their sacrifice and hardships in war zones and disaster areas.  While we always think of the doctors and nurses first in these organizations, there is an entire administrative team behind the lines working to get the medical staff what they need in order to do their work.  Lainie's path to working for a medical humanitarian organization began after her first volunteer job in Cambodia with an Australian Government program similar to the Peace Corps.  In the past five years, she's found her calling in this organization working as an administrator in the field with medical teams - making a difference doing useful work serving people in great need. Her original area of study was communications followed by work as an administrator in small businesses, while volunteering her spare time for community organizations. Since her initial assignment in Cambodia - she has worked in Kenya, South Sudan, Kyrgyzstan and Myanmar, and is presently in a position in Geneva headquarters. I spoke with her about how she got involved with this organization, what it's like to be out in the field and what it takes to endure the challenges as well as the unique rewards of helping those in need. 

Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her 86th birthday on April 21, and the entire Commonwealth is preparing to honor her on the occasion of her Diamond Jubilee on June 5. So a look at the future of the British monarchy is timely, and one take on this rich topic was offered at Bonham’s New York auction house on April 30 by a very privileged observer: former Royal Naval Officer Patrick Jephson, who served for eight years as private secretary and chief of staff to the late Princess of Wales. Jephson said that his family’s history of service to the crown goes back to the 13th century, and his talk managed to combine respect and affection with a shrewd assessment of the Windsor “brand,” and what those who will succeed the Queen need to do to succeed in the coming years as a relevant part of British life and a resonant symbol of a vital monarchy in an increasingly diverse and globalized society. The glimpse Jephson gives us of the royal family, particularly those two very private-in-public women, HRH Queen Elizabeth, and Diana, Princess of Wales, reveals a perhaps surprising earthiness, and in the case of the Princess of Wales — that bird in a gilded cage — enormous humility.  For example, her response to being named “International Humanitarian of the Year” in 1994 was to say that, “she didn’t deserve the award, but she was working on it.” By contrast, Jephson deplores the rise of royal spin doctors and cautions that what the monarchy needs to survive and thrive for another 60 years and beyond is to gain and keep the belief of the people in their authenticity and sense of duty. Trust, he says, is Queen Elizabeth II’s greatest legacy. Photo of and by former Royal Naval Officer Patrick Jephson. He served for eight years as private secretary and chief of staff to the late Princess of Wales. Listen to Jephson’s talk at Bonham’s by clicking the link above. He is introduced by the historian and journalist, Sir Harold Evans, former editor of The Times of London. Bon Mots Former Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin on monarchy: “The throne is bigger than the man.” Patrick Jephson on the family business: “If you’re in the dynasty business, your job is to survive, and to keep the business in the family.” Patrick Jephon on core values: “Because the British monarchy is a very human institution, it’s always going to have flaws, but the flaws will always be forgiven if the virtues of modesty, integrity, and duty are always associated with it in the public mind.”

I spoke with M. Cherif Bassiouni, current chairman of the U.N. Commission of Inquiry to Investigate Violations of International Humanitarian and Human Rights Law in Libya. Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1999 for his work in the field of international criminal justice and for his contribution to the creation of the International Criminal Court, M. Cherif Bassiouni, is the epitome of a global statesman. I had the privilege of interviewing him for an upcoming article and he made a number of inspiring comments during our conversation. This is an excerpt.

I spoke with M. Cherif Bassiouni, current chairman of the U.N. Commission of Inquiry to Investigate Violations of International Humanitarian and Human Rights Law in Libya. Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1999 for his work in the field of international criminal justice and for his contribution to the creation of the International Criminal Court, M. Cherif Bassiouni, is the epitome of a global statesman. I had the privilege of interviewing him for an upcoming article and he made a number of inspiring comments during our conversation. This is an excerpt.

I spoke with M. Cherif Bassiouni, current chairman of the U.N. Commission of Inquiry to Investigate Violations of International Humanitarian and Human Rights Law in Libya. Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1999 for his work in the field of international criminal justice and for his contribution to the creation of the International Criminal Court, M. Cherif Bassiouni, is the epitome of a global statesman. I had the privilege of interviewing him for an upcoming article and he made a number of inspiring comments during our conversation. This is an excerpt.

The Open Society Institute along with the Asia Society convened a panel discussion to assess the situation in Burma after Cyclone Nargis. (Recorded: June 9, 2008)