Asia-Pacific countries must transform relationships between economy, society, and environment to achieve 2030 Agenda

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The report, Transformations for Sustainable Development: Promoting Environmental Sustainability in Asia and the Pacific, was launched at the Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD) in Bangkok, the first meeting of Asia-Pacific leaders on sustainable development since the 2030 Agenda was adopted.

Round table “Major Sporting Events and Human Rights

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Amnesty Switzerland is organising a round table discussion on the theme of “Mega Sporting Events and Human Rights violations”. This event will take place during their General Assembly, 23 & April 24, 100 days before the start of the Olympic Games in Rio.

The Role of Sport in Peacebuilding and Post Conflict ( A GCSP Public Discussion)

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The Geneva Center for Security Policy is hosting an event on SDP. sportanddev.org's executive director, JIn this Olympic year, let us warmly invite you to participate in the GCSP Public Discussion on the role of sport in peacebuilding and post-conflict. The panel speakers are looking forward to sharing with you their reflections on-going activities, achievements and challenges in this field.

My Sister Deanne

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32 years ago on April 15, 1984 my sister Deanne, 25 and her friend Lisa, 23 were killed by a drunk driver as they were in Palm Springs, California. These are some memories.

Christmas only for Christians? It makes sense

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The decision to make Christmas day a public holiday only for Christians is the right one. At the same time some of the newly established churches should change their approach to the country. Proselytism is a thing of the past and new religions should adopt and respect local settings and traditions.

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WB and WHO getting serious on mental health. See the links

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On 13-14 April in Washington DC, the World Health Organization and the World Bank will present to ministers of finance and development agencies the expected economic, health and social returns from investing in mental health services. Participants will hear how countries of all income levels have successfully scaled up mental health services, often using innovative approaches.

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GRASSROOTS FOOTBALL PROMOTED BY UEFA

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Caring for football's foundations and exchanging ideas and know-how on how to reinforce the work being done are focal points of this week's UEFA Grassroots Workshop in Ljubljana

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