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Recommendation 5 includes Smart Homes and Adaptive Cities! 🙌
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Read about this idea in greater detail in @renardsiew's piece on aging population readiness at the GSPF.
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Aging populations aren't just a concern in North America or Europe. Sustainability rating tools used for guide eco-friendly development may help us in building age-friendly environments as well. A GSPF piece by @renardsiew.
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@wef @GlobalShapers #seniors
A free trade bloc in Africa has the potential to be an "economic bonanza." Ensuring the gains will be shared equitably means hammering out details on revenue, immigration, and industry first. A post by @KigaliShapers member @aimee_dushime. #freetrade
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Call for applications! The German-Canadian New Bridges Program intends to facilitate the “next generation” of German-Canadian partnerships in business, government, academia and the arts. Deadline is April 1. Details here ow.ly/vget30o6JTZ
Politicians and policymakers in Canada are tasked with condemning hate, while still make a space for valid questions on immigration. Check out our most recent piece by @YYCShapers member @RRFalconer.
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@wef @GlobalShapers #immigration #cdnpoli #refugees
Improving tax administration will be just as key to African economic growth as setting appropriate tax rates. Read about this from the @wef. You can also catch the article of @aimee_dushime from the @KigaliShapers here at ow.ly/F1wv50kH40y #africa
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Trade and tax reform are two paths to unleashing Africa's economic potential. Read @aimee_dushime's article on East African tax reform at globalshaperspolicyforum.com….
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#africa #freetrade #economics
The right mix of tax reform, regulations and government incentives could accelerate growth in East Africa, but comes with potential perils. A post from @KigaliShapers member @aimee_dushime .
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@wef @GlobalShapers #rwanda #tanzania #kenya #congo #africa
The International Criminal Court turns 20 this year, and what are the results?
@dianamaguevara of @QuitoShapers addresses the successes, flaws, and why the @IntlCrimCourt is still relevant today in her article on GSPF.
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.@taz_bain is Co-Founder of @meri_toksave, advisor to @RedCrossAU, member of @brisbaneshapers and is reading #anthro at @UQSocSci. He brings an interest in gender justice, conflict, development, bureaucracy, and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander affairs to the GSPF team! @wef
.@bongi_beja from #cpt is passionate about #development in emerging communities. She is the GM of
@SiluloUlutho, recognized for its leadership in Social Entrepreneurship. She serves as one of the curators for @CTGlobalShapers. Welcome, Bongi to the GSPF team! @wef #policy
Open access to prosperity and civil society makes immigration and diversity an asset, not a burden, on Canada. Read @RRFalconer 's piece here from the @YYCShapers.
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@wef @globalshapers #immigration #diversity #canada
Several months ago we set out to elevate the voices of young people around the world. On Nov 12 we’ll be re-launching that initiative: the @GSPolicyForum, showcasing the contributions, ideas, and proposals to improve the state of the world. @wef @GlobalShapers
#policy #change
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Policy recommendations that can help break down misconceived notions of homelessness. Take 5 minutes to learn more! xitter.cf/GSPolicyForum/status/1…
NEW POST: Neoliberal thinking leads to harmful misconceptions about homelessness, including that the homeless are themselves to blame. Check out some proposed policies from @PurniyaA of @ShapersLahore to increase empathy and help the homeless (5 min read) bit.ly/2Md5iVn
NEW POST: Neoliberal thinking leads to harmful misconceptions about homelessness, including that the homeless are themselves to blame. Check out some proposed policies from @PurniyaA of @ShapersLahore to increase empathy and help the homeless (5 min read) bit.ly/2Md5iVn
En el contexto de la Cuarta Revolución Industrial, Diana Quintero de @GSManizales intenta responder ¿por qué priorizar el acceso a servicios básicos cuando el eje central de la reunión regional del Foro es el impacto de la tecnología y la innovación? bit.ly/2klI4QZ
New post: While the WEF LatAm Regional Meeting focused on the Fourth Industrial Revolution and the impact of innovation and technology, basic services should remain a top priority, explains Diana Carolina Quintero from @GSManizales (in Spanish) bit.ly/2klI4QZ
New post: Construction is big business and sustainable construction is bringing big benefits to consumers and the industry. Shaper @RenardSiew from @GlobalShapersKL explains why sustainable construction pays off (5 min read) bit.ly/2wPUKsx
Sexism, ableism and other forms of discrimination remain ingrained in sports. The Olympics are an opportunity to address this problem. Eva Wolzok from @GSCTaipeiHub implores @lauraflessel and the organizers of @Paris2024 to take action (5 min read) bit.ly/2pG0KOC
