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HIVEMIND REQUEST: Community building and management is ubiquitous in my day job at Greeenpeace International but have never been formally trained in it and would like to take the opportunity of my current work sabbatical to gain some formal training. Have found a few training options through my own research but none are particularly awe inspiring and do feel like there must be better things out there. Do YOU know of any good quality community building and/community management trainings and / or certifications? They don’t have to be related to change making or civil society they just need to be well conceived and delivered by genuine specialists. If you do know of any, would you mind popping a link in the comments below? #sabbaticalgoals

Are you looking for a HUSBAND? Don't pretend about it... Wait a minute, see my qualities! I am available to: H - Harness talents and abilities U - Understand students' needs and goals S - Support academic and personal growth B - Bridge the gap between high schools within African region and universities Abroad A - Advise on course selection and career paths N - Nurture a conducive learning environment D - Develop essential skills for success Just mean that the Acronym HUSBAND describes my skill sets. I am not looking for love or a wife, but a lasting partnership in education! Let's connect and explore opportunities in student recruitment and university education, where my skills will be your perfect match! Share your thoughts! Comment below with your experiences or questions about student recruitment and university education. And don't forget to share this post with your network! Let's start a conversation and build a community of education professionals. #UniversityEducationMatters #StudentRecruitmentServices #EducationPartnerships #CareerGuidanceExperts #AcademicSupportSystems #NigerianUniversities #SchoolCounseling #EducationConsulting #StudentSuccess #AcademicExcellence

For those who haven't watched this yet ... Teaching for understanding ... Understanding-first, Procedures-second ... fostering agency ... Check out this 4-min snippet from the Michelle Ang interview, and then let me know your thoughts #mathematicseducation #mathematicspedagogy #understandingmathematics #studentagency

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I have lived and visited many regions in Ghana where I have learned different cultures and morals. In less formal settings and in groups of learned I like to introduce myself as JJ the one from the village. I once told a group of coworkers that I was once a hunter (they laughed at me) who hunted at doon for bush meat just to feed on before going to school. I merely do this to let folks know where I'm coming from, to lighten the mood, or to smile as they did. However, I usually do this for a different purpose—just to stay focused and to remind myself of my potential future self. Everything that life has given me thus far—coworkers, a career, educational credentials, and assistants—is a privilege. It helps me stay in check. It keeps me thankful. The only way to remain human and regard other people as fellow humans is to never forget that you are just fortunate. In a society where a large number of affluent individuals consider themselves to be exceptional humans. I've decided to stand out. I maintain simplicity. Give back a little to the community and assist coworkers. Remember your origins. Be nice. And let us remember that you are only privileged, no matter where you are or what you are doing. #iLiFE #JJ #JJProject #Success #Mindset #Behavior #Humanity #hiring #innovation #opportunities #trendingonlinkedin #UsefulContent #pledge #history

As the new school year begins, it is important to guide our daughters in forming healthy friendships. Here are some practical tips to help them build meaningful connections: - Instill the values of kindness, empathy, and respect: These qualities lay the foundation for positive interactions and lasting friendships. - Encourage open communication and active listening: Foster an environment where your daughters feel comfortable expressing themselves. Emphasise the importance of active listening to understand their friends' perspectives. - Teach the significance of inclusivity and embracing diversity: Help your daughters appreciate differences and recognise the strength that diverse perspectives bring to friendships. - Equip your daughters with conflict resolution skills: Teach them how to communicate effectively and find common ground to navigate conflicts and resolve issues peacefully. By fostering these qualities and skills, we empower our girls to create a strong support network and establish lifelong friendships. Let's aim for healthy and positive relationships for our daughters. #HealthyFriendships #ParentingTips #EmpoweringGirls #BacktoSchoolRelationships #LoveyourselfPeriod #Npo #hope

The latest installment of our "Now Hiring" series... These incredible Catholic organizations are hiring for a variety of positions including: Director of Pastoral Formation, English Teacher, Executive Assistant, and more! Check out the full list of open positions at Catholicgigs.com #catholicism #jobsearch #catholicjobs #meaningfulwork #education #educationjobs

How I perceive teaching, As an adult literacy educator for refugees... My adult refugee learners often ask me if it's difficult to teach them 🤔 I often say NO! This is because teaching; ✅ Is my happiest moment! ✅ Gives me life!! ✅ It's a breath of fresh air! ✅ Gives me those aha moments 😁! ✅ Enables me to put on other hats apart from educator! Despite the fact that there are; ❌ Limited resources hindering a rich learning experience!  ❌ Varied literacy levels in the classroom! ❌ Trauma and disruption impacting refugees ability to focus and learn! ❌ Limited English proficiency among the refugee learners! ❌ Multiple languages thus creating a unified learning environment can be difficult. ❌ Refugees have family commitments that limit the time they can dedicate to learning. I have learned to; ✅ Celebrate diversity. ✅ Embrace the power of connection! ✅ Build bridges using language! ✅ Salute my learners resilience! ✅ Dress up in empathy and patience daily! P.S. Is teaching a career you can encourage someone to pursue?! P.S.S. I am available for education and SRHR advocacy and facilitation roles!!! N/B: I don't own rights to the photo. 

Let’s talk about skill & exposure OVER qualifications. (Part 1) After university, stepping into the NGO space as a humanitarian & P.A opened doors to skills I never imagined acquiring in a classroom. While qualifications are undoubtedly valuable, it’s the real-world experience, exposure, and practical skills that truly shape our impact. This resonates deeply in the NGO sector, where compassion and dedication often drive our most meaningful achievements. Donald Trump emphasized the importance of persistence: “What separates the winners from the losers is how a person reacts to each new twist of fate." In this line of work, it’s not just what we know but how we adapt and grow that defines our success. And as Apostle Arome Osayi reminds us; “The world will not change by wishing it to change, but by force of alignment with the will of God." Its about aligning our skills, passions, and experiences with a greater purpose. So, while qualifications open doors, it's the skills, exposure, and experiences we gather along the way that truly set the tone for impactful work. -Mwichee Nalupumbwe

My kids? Oh, they're proud Latinx. But here's the thing they teach me daily: not all Latinx are made equal, even under the same roof. There's many ways my children connect with their Puerto Rican and Salvadoran roots.  My daughter expresses her 🇸🇻 roots in an after-school program where she counsels Spanish speaking. youth., bridging worlds with every Spanish phrase. My son whips up pupusas just like his aunt taught him, and look at him in this picture charming abuela into sharing her 🇵🇷 pasteles wisdom! They both feel spending time with both sides of the family important. I’m sure if you ask my children what their social identity is it may vary even in our household. As educators working with families from different backgrounds here are some things you can consider: 🎄What are your students' social identities? And their families?  🎄Not all families are the same even within the same culture, ask questions. 🎄People of color don’t all fit in the same box, we all have different experiences and upbringing.  🎄Some pass on family traditions, some create their own. Both are perfectly fine and don’t make anyone’s identity any less. As we enter this holiday season remember some families are in the United States for the first time, away from their own cultural traditions. Some families are creating new ones. As the winter starts at least in the East coast where I am 🥶 some of our students are also seeing snow and feeling the cold weather for the first time. Be kind, be open, let’s learn together 🎄 Share some of your cultural traditions that you are looking forward to this season? Happy Holidays! #culture #traditions #diversity Alvarez Consulting & Advocacy