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As Ireland is set to Review Covid-19 Response, we must focus on learning, not blame   Later this week I will be meeting with the Government as they prepare to review our Covid-19 response, and I will be pointing out to them that this review must focus on learning and improvement, rather than placing blame.   This I believe has the potential to signify a mature approach in policymaking, where decisions are scrutinised for their evidence base and adherence to human rights and values.   This is more than a review; it's a step towards reshaping how policies are formed in Ireland and across the globe. We should be aiming to blend science with politics to create policies that are not only effective but also equitable and meaningful. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e5t2H-xB #ForwardThinking #EvidenceBasedPolicy #Science4Politics Inter-Parliamentary Union#ScienceAndTechnologyWorkingGroup #COVIDinquiry #ScienceForParliament

High stakes accountability measures are driving unsustainable workload, teacher and leadership wastage, and damaging the health and well-being of education professionals. Read more on what we're campaigning for 👉 https://bit.ly/47X65Dl #ForTheirFuture

We're live in 3 hours! Today, during our final session of the multi-stakeholder Consultations on the African Union #YearOfEducation, we're going to review group presentations and refine key recommendations for the initial draft policy document that will be submitted to the AU. Tune in: https://bit.ly/CTOTY2024 #Education #EducationForAll

I'm thrilled to see yet another great result from Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights's Accountability and Remedy Project. 💡 ARP's work is continuously taking proactive steps to address the complexities of the remedy ecosystem in cases of business-related human rights abuse. This new guide on #AccessToRemedy is a significant resource for businesses navigating their roles in establishing and participating in grievance mechanisms. 🎯 One aspect that particularly resonates with me is the distinction (and possible synergies?) made between operational-level grievance mechanisms (GM) and whistle-blower reporting channels. This differentiation is crucial, as it highlights the diverse channels that comprise the remedy ecosystem. 🖋 In my experience, I've consistently stressed the importance of recognizing and addressing the distinct expectations and functionalities of these channels, a topic I delved into in my white paper, which you can read here: https://lnkd.in/erzUZxMe. 📌 The guide's emphasis on the criteria for legitimate, accessible, predictable, equitable, rights-compatible, transparent, and continuously learning grievance mechanisms is invaluable. It provides businesses with clear benchmarks to assess and enhance the effectiveness of their grievance mechanisms, fostering accountability and transparency. And very importantly: it deals with the whole ecosystem, stressing the State's essential role in #AccesstoRemedy. As we continue to advocate for ethical business practices and human rights due diligence, resources like this guide serve as essential tools for driving positive change and ensuring respect for human rights across all levels of business operations. #HumanRights #AccessToRemedy #UNGPs #OHCHR #EthicalBusiness

The intervention of Klara Engels-Perenyi from DG EMPL has started at the eucen Policy Talks 2024. Training needs for employees and unemployed citizens - how to diversify fundings to reach all needs?

Happening this morning at 11AM in the Greenway J Room at the American Society for Public Administration Conference! Join our Co-Founders, Maria D'Agostino and Nicole Elias, and Meg Mikulski, former IGEPS Fellow and MPA-PPA online student, on a panel for Building Resilience through Inclusive Policies and Practice. Learn more about IGEPS research on the history of #genderequity in public sector workplaces. #ASPA2024 #ASPACONFERENCE2024 #inclusivepolicies #publicsectorworkplaces #inclusivepolicies #workplacepratices #workplaceinclusivity

👩🏫 In the second of our manifesto Policy Explainers, we're taking a look at education and skills. With skills shortages continuing to hold back businesses across the UK, plans for the skills system are a key election battleground. So, what are the implications for education and skills policy in party manifestos? 🤔 Read our manifesto Policy Explainer below to learn more ⤵ 📑 Don’t forget, you can take a look at what we’re calling on the next government to prioritise in our Manifesto for Business: https://lnkd.in/e5YH_ztZ #education #skills #ukgeneralelection #policymaking #manifestos #businessleaders

This coming Wednesday 17th July 2024, I will be speaking to schools and suppliers in the education sector around what modern slavery is, how it manifests in their context, and what they can do about it. With increasing legislative requirements internationally and more expectation from consumers around environmental and human rights protection, this webinar will be useful in helping schools and SMEs identify what first steps they can take to stay on top of compliance changes. Find the registration link here: https://lnkd.in/e-mVQn_f Having supported organisations with their modern slavery approaches and training staff from frontline to board level at international banks to UK local governments, I’m confident you will walk away from this session with a new view on operating ethically for your school and business. #modernslavery #humantrafficking #MSHT #humanrights #netzero #education #educationsector #sustainability #esg #socialresponsibility #ethicalbusiness #webinar

UNITED NATIONS HEARING REQUESTED. NCBP NEW WORLD CONSTITUTION (NWC) PROPOSAL. PLEASE CIRCULATE. --------------- Institutions, organisations, universities, civil society, politicians, academia, ... ARE HELPLESS AND DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO! WHY? DYSFUNCTIONAL MINDSET <---> DYSFUNCTIONAL EDUCATION <---> DYSFUNCTIONAL GOVERNANCE. SOLUTION = INTERFACE MINDSET <---> INTERFACE EDUCATION <---> INTERFACE GOVERNANCE. I therefore suggest that the international community turns to the IMNRC and its Flagship Programme (NCBP) immediately. There seems to be NO ALTERNATIVE! https://lnkd.in/effir8jN

Global leaders should prioritize supporting good governance and empowering civil society for sustainable development. 🌍 Strengthening institutions through transparency and accountability 🌱 Investing in education and healthcare for all citizens 🤝 Promoting collaboration between government and civil society organizations 💡 Empowering marginalized communities to participate in decision-making processes.