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Get Impact, PCDN Weekly Newsletter, Oct 15, 2024
Join us for Episode 4 of Season 13 of the Social Change Career Podcast featuring Mara Tissera Luna
Mara is an independent consultant and researcher with expertise in protection and forced migration across Latin America and Europe. With her extensive experience providing research, evaluations, and advisory services to NGOs, INGOs, and UN agencies, Mara brings a wealth of knowledge to the future of international cooperation. Her work is rooted in intersectional and decolonial approaches, with a focus on advancing participatory methods and localization.
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Joke of the Day
Why did the social entrepreneur go broke?
They kept giving too much "change"! 😄
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🌍 News
- Rising Tensions Between Israel and Hezbollah: The Israel-Lebanon border is increasingly unstable as Hezbollah intensifies its involvement in the Israel-Hamas conflict. There are growing fears that the violence could escalate into a broader regional war with severe humanitarian consequences. Read more.
- Vaccines Saving Millions Worldwide: Vaccines have transformed global health, saving tens of millions of lives, particularly in under-resourced regions. Scientific American breaks down how vaccines have revolutionized disease prevention and contributed to building stronger healthcare systems. Explore the data.
- Climate Change and NASA’s Future: In a compelling interview, Gavin Schmidt, NASA’s climate scientist, discusses the critical role of climate modeling in addressing global warming and the innovative steps scientists are taking to avert disaster. Read the interview.
- Bird Flu Response Failures: Vanity Fair investigates how mismanagement and poor coordination during the bird flu outbreak led to devastating consequences, revealing critical lessons for future global health crises. Dive into the story.
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Organization Profile EPIP (Emerging Practitioners in Philanthropy)
Looking for opportunities to make a difference in the philanthropy space? EPIP offers resources and job listings for impact professionals, helping individuals build careers in philanthropy and social justice. Check out their job board.
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💼 LinkedIn Profile to Follow
Amanda Bickerstaff is a leader in education, AI, and ed-tech, sharing expertise on equity, leadership, and technology-driven change in schools. Follow her for thought-provoking insights! Connect with Amanda.