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30 July is the International Day of Friendship Let's celebrate it together The International Day of Friendship, proclaimed in 2011 by the UN General Assembly, emphasizes the significant role that friendship can play in fostering peace and unity. This day recognizes that friendship between peoples, countries, cultures, and individuals can inspire peace efforts and bridge divides between communities. By promoting a spirit of camaraderie and mutual understanding, the International Day of Friendship encourages the formation of strong, meaningful bonds that transcend geographical and cultural boundaries. The celebration aims to highlight the importance of these relationships in building a more peaceful and inclusive world. Activities and events held on this day often focus on community engagement, cultural exchange, and educational initiatives to foster dialogue and understanding. Through these efforts, the International Day of Friendship seeks to create a global culture of peace and solidarity, where diversity is celebrated, and cooperation is the foundation of international relations.

Australia Day - what is that all about, bbq's and beer? Australia Day is celebrated annually on January 26th and marks the anniversary of the arrival of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove in 1788. This event marked the beginning of British colonization in Australia. While Australia Day commemorates the arrival of the British fleet, it is also a day to celebrate the diverse cultures, achievements, and contributions of all Australians. For many Australians, Australia Day is a time for community events, barbecues, fireworks, concerts, and citizenship ceremonies. It's a day when people come together to celebrate the country's heritage and reflect on its past, present, and future. However, Australia Day is also a day of reflection and debate, particularly for Indigenous Australians. For Indigenous peoples, January 26th marks the beginning of colonization, dispossession of land, and the loss of culture and traditional ways of life. Some Indigenous Australians refer to Australia Day as "Invasion Day" or "Survival Day" and use the occasion to raise awareness about the ongoing struggles faced by Indigenous communities and advocate for reconciliation and social justice. In recent years, there has been growing discussion and debate about the date of Australia Day, with calls to change it to a date that is more inclusive and sensitive to Indigenous Australians. This debate reflects broader conversations about national identity, reconciliation, and the recognition of Indigenous rights and histories in Australia. Would you like to plan a visit? Get in touch now, stop putting it off! #australia #travelconsultant #visitaustralia

https://lnkd.in/d7gBJpWW Here's how an embassy works What about cultural ambassadors?! They are usually from other countries and living in their #comfortable zones teach us what must we do

How African Communities in the UK Celebrate ChristmasChristmas celebrations within African communities in the UK often blend traditional African customs and British festive traditions. Here are some key aspects:Traditional selfie.

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE WORLD'S INDIGENOUS PEOPLES Every 9 August commemorates the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. This date, adopted in December 1994 by UN General Assembly resolution is to raise awareness of the needs of these indigenous population. Each year, Yoruba Cultural Heritage Centre marks the celebration of the Day by sharing information and activities that are relevant to the annual event theme. Who are the indigenous peoples of the world? Indigenous people are the first people to live in a particular place – the original population that first created a community on that land before other people came to live in, conquer or colonise the area. People self-identify as indigenous. That means they decide for themselves whether they consider themselves to be indigenous. There are more than 350 million indigenous people living in 90 countries. They represent 5,000 different cultures and speak the great majority of the thousands of languages that are spoken around the world today. Indigenous communities often have distinct beliefs, culture and customs. Many indigenous people still live in very close contact with the land, with a respect for and understanding of their natural surroundings. Let's celebrate International Day Of The World’s Indigenous Peoples!

Taking ESG to the Community --- #economics is #politics, the faster politics gets down to earth, the speedier economy gains its ground. It is not the government or administration, but the community that moves the business to build a harmonious society. Everyone has a role in creating wealth and health for the nation, the holistic key to #esg equity, inclusivity and prosperity. To garner every individual to make his or her contribution is the most pertinent job of each politician, whatever the level, for thd sake of whole-of-nation. Presumably, political leaders join government to lead in and champion for a country's humanity, progress and excellence. Malaysian Association of Public Advocacy for Nature (MAPAN) https://linktr.ee/esgmapan #environmentalsocialandgovernance.

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Let's Talk About... Cultural Awareness You spoke, we listened! Lots of members asked us about cultural awareness over the last 12 months. So we're bringing you a free for members 1-hour session on this topic, with time for your questions. https://lnkd.in/dnJjc8NS #TrainingTuesday

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Today is Singapore’s National Day. Like me, Singapore hits the wonderful age of 59 years old today. Congratulations to all Singaporeans and to Singapore’s leaders for forging something truly impressive in a small tropical island. The story of Singapore is well told. But one of its more amazing achievements is maintaining racial harmony and balance in a region of the world known more for ethnic homogeneity than heterogeneity. As a Canadian and an immigrant to Canada from a parentage of (lightly) mixed ethnic variance, issues related to culture, ethnicity, equality, acceptance and the inverses, racism and bias are at the forefront of my mind, along with power imbalances between the elite and the disenfranchised. Although these are often verboten topics in polite company, even within discussions in university settings, I believe they are paramount to the future of SE Asia and East Asia. No large country with a declining population (see South Korea, Japan and mainland China) can survive and thrive if it does not adopt non-ethnic based principles of immigration. But, this will be tough! As a white male in Asia, I see labels applied to me across countries that are somewhat innocent in intent but place a focus on differences. Such wordings tend to be muted in countries with high immigration - like Canada, but they are lexiconic in various places in Asia. A caucasian person can be termed: Thailand - Farang Indonesia - Bule Cambodia - Barang (more for French) Singapore - Ang Mo Malaysia - Ang Mo Japan - Gaijin (more racially neutral) China - Waiguoren (more racially neutral) Vietnam - Người nước ngoài (racially neutral) Some might argue that these terms connote white privilege, others are clearly derogatory. Hong Kong - gweilo Vietnam - T…g Tây (not 100% on how to write this slur) Philippines - AFAM The latter is an interesting word in itself as it refers to a white foreign man in a relationship with a Filipina. It can have multiple connotations, some of which are pejorative. But when used by the marites’s (gossip hounds) of the world the connotation is negative, implying social climbing, racial biases, or sugar dating. Although just one example, it marks a trend where social mobility is restricted by the so-called crab effect. Indeed, going back to the issue of power assymetries and entrenched social statuses, certainly political and business elite have a responsibility to free resources so that the capable and motivated can achieve the so-called American dream anywhere in the world. But those who seek to climb, should be supported not impeded, by others in the same social stratum. Unfortunately, human nature dictates that behavior will be otherwise, much to my frustration given my love for Asia and my hope to see a better world here. Until such a world emerges in other countries in Asia, we can at least look to Singapore on the day of its 59th birthday where its version of meritocracy has worked. #singapore #equity