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The CCRIF SPC (formerly the Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility) has placed 27 interns in 10 organizations across the Caribbean in 2024. Over the past nine years, CCRIF has invested more than $530,000 to support 198 internships. Read more on the internships here: https://ow.ly/PUmp50TyLsv #InternshipProgram #CaribbeanOpportunities #YouthDevelopment

Proud of this article for several reasons: 1. It represents the work of a lot of people. Starting with an idea through execution, I got to be the team lead in the execution but the key ideas came from Jayson Kratoville, Amber Silver, Terry Hastings, Andrew McMahon, and others. 2. I believe that internships and experiential learning opportunities, when done correctly, can be a multiplier for the sponsoring organization and a career-expanding experience for the student. 3. We successfully applied this same model to the UAlbany Student Support Team during the COVID-19 Response which expanded the VOST model from Emergency Management to Public Health. Read about here: https://lnkd.in/dZKsWghh 4. First-time I'm listed as a co-author! Amber Silver is the PI, writer, and an amazing colleague.

I am deeply saddened by the recent event that happened in Tobago! What a terrible event they just suffered!! The impact of oil spills on our 🌎 is devastating. I feel personally for them. It takes me back to 1978, When I was 6 years old, I witnessed the catastrophic consequences of the Amoco Cadiz, a very large crude carrier, transporting crude oil for Shell oil. She ran aground 2 kilometers from the Coast of Brittany. She split in 3 and sank! Resulting in the largest oil spill of its kind in history to that date. That's why I am today a partner with MatterofTrust.org. Contingency plans need to be in place in every port and harbour and coast line. Have High Commissioners, Harbor Commissioners, International Maritime Organization (IMO), HAVEN'T THEY LEARNED ANYTHING!? I QUESTION THEIR COMPETENCES! "The IOPC Funds is sorry to learn of the oil pollution incident currently affecting Trinidad and Tobago. Trinidad and Tobago is a 1992 Fund Member State, however, a number of significant details regarding the incident and the vessel remain unconfirmed at this stage, including the type of vessel and whether it was carrying persistent oil as cargo. It is therefore not possible to determine whether the 1992 Civil Liability and Fund Conventions would apply to this incident at this stage. The IOPC Funds will continue to monitor developments, and remains ready to assist the Government, should it be called upon to do so." so they have not deployed any action to save the Sea!!!???? What is their real purpose? I question their Authority #oilspill #oilspillresponse #incompetence #commissioner #authority #peoplefirst

#IGNOU launches Post Graduate Diploma in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (PGDDRRM): This programme is designed to address the increasing threats from natural and human-induced hazards, aiming to make our nation safer and more resilient while enhancing the career prospects of learners.The Programme is designed to comprehensively cover various aspects of disaster risk reduction and management, including an internship component aligned with the National Education Policy, 2020. Target Group In addition to students, the PGDDRRM Programme shall cater to the needs of the following target groups: Government and NGO functionaries, Military, para-military, police, home guards, and civil defence personnel Academicians, geologists, scientists, meteorologists, engineers, journalists, and officials from public sector undertakings and corporate sectors People’s representatives, rural development functionaries, primary health centre functionaries, relief workers, social workers, environmentalists, and more. The PGDDRRM Programmeis based ona multidisciplinary approach with an Internship designed for practical experience, as Disaster Risk Reduction and Management is a crucial field that requires skilled professionals. In this context, learners/students will gain comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in disaster risk reduction and management, preparing them for current and emerging job opportunities. The flexibility in learning facilitates students to study at their own pace, accommodating their schedules and enhancing their learning experience. For more information and to apply, please visit https://lnkd.in/dw3pWMff.

Xact Apprenticeship Manager, Rachel Willis MCIPD, spoke to International Fire and Safety Journal (IFSJ) about the significance of apprenticeships in the fire sector, focusing on skill development and the transition to competency. Read the full article here (page 78-80) >> https://lnkd.in/dXhFAzQ #Assent #Xact #Apprenticeships #IFSJ

Documenting your supervised fieldwork hours is an essential part of a trainee’s journey in becoming a Behaviour Analyst. It’s not just a matter of tracking time, but a process that helps build critical skills and ensures compliance with the certification guidelines. Here’s why documenting hours is important, how to approach it, and what can be gained from mastering this practice. https://lnkd.in/g2uYUyyD

The Public Accounts Committee has raised concerns about an increasing skills shortage in our industry. What can we do to stop this? Below are two recommendations: 🔷 Invest in training - Upskill the workforce via apprenticeships, vocational training and continuous professional development. 🔷 Collaborate across sectors - The public and private sectors should work together to create a sustainable source of skilled people. This article has more information: https://bit.ly/3KHdayU #UpskillWorkforce #ContinuousProfessionalDevelopment #ConstructionIndustry #SustainableWorkforce

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This is a very useful update on what's going on with apprenticeships in the construction sector. I advise my contacts working in this area to have a read. #apprenticeships #epa

We know the reasons to join the #trades, but do you? Read this article to learn more about how #construction is fulfilling, rewarding, and well-paid! And follow along as we continue to showcase why a career in a skilled trade is worth building. #CareersInConstruction https://lnkd.in/ep7nzNRM