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- Scale Your Career & Impact, PCDN Career Digest, October 1, 2024
Scale Your Career & Impact, PCDN Career Digest, October 1, 2024
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Joke of the day:
🌱 Why don’t environmentalists ever get lost?
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🌟 Top News
- A Fight Against a Possible Injustice: Marcellus Williams' Case
The Atlantic covers the troubling case of Marcellus Williams, whose scheduled execution in Missouri raises serious questions about justice and evidence reliability. This story highlights the ongoing struggle against flaws in the criminal justice system, emphasizing the need for reforms that ensure fair trials and prevent wrongful executions.
- Good Citizens and Moral Catastrophes
The Templeton Foundation explores how everyday people can sometimes participate in actions that lead to large-scale moral failures. This thought-provoking piece delves into how we can foster the courage and compassion necessary to act responsibly, even in challenging circumstances.
- Podcast: Careers at the Intersection of Technology, Training, and Upskilling
Check out the latest episode of the PCDN podcast featuring experts discussing how to shape future careers that blend technology, training, and upskilling. A must-listen for those interested in creating change through innovation and capacity-building.
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📌Org Profile : United States Institute of Peace (USIP)
USIP is dedicated to the mission of building peace and resolving conflicts worldwide. They offer a range of job opportunities in peacebuilding, conflict resolution, policy analysis, and research. An excellent organization for those passionate about contributing to global peace efforts.
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