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Breakthru’s Learn-2-Earn feature helps students personally, professionally, and financially in just a few minutes a day. While a micro-payment from Breakthru certainly isn’t going to eliminate student debt entirely, it can cover a safe Uber ride from the library after studying late, a Netflix subscription to help decompress at the end of a long day, a toilet paper order from Amazon, or a Venti-Iced-Cappuccino once a week without buyers remourse. ‍Learn-2-Earn allows students to explore different career, volunteer, or financial opportunities while adding to their Breakthru wallets. Instead of having students pay to use resources, we are giving them unlimited opportunities to build and grow their net worth so that they can pay for college as well as fulfill other various personal needs. Students have multiple ways to earn while using the Breakthru app. One option students have is the Play-2-Earn feature, where students complete a Daily Opportunity by showing their interest in a few general opportunities. Then, students will be able to unlock our in-app spin-the-wheel game, where they can generate points and keep trying their hand at a scholarship bonus. Another way students can earn is by achieving Badges through discovering opportunity, and accessing future-enhancing information. ‍Learn-2-Earn helps students by giving them a chance to feel accomplished because they are earning on their own without having to look too far or high. The feeling you get when you’ve earned something also brings a lot of reassurance. With the launch of a new Learn-2-Earn feature, Breakthru announces a partnership with Forage, CollegeXpress, and Front Office Sports to help create equitable access to financial, education and career opportunities. ‍Breakthru Opportunities are created by companies students already know about, or haven’t met yet. Forage, CollegeXpress, and Front Office Sports recently launched their own Learn-2-Earns, providing engaging student opportunities filled with career-building, financial, and professional resources. ‍Students that show interest in listed opportunities are prompted to earn badges showing that they have interacted with a specific opportunity or that they have reached one of Breakthru’s in-app milestones. Students like earning badges to show their progress or achievements. Earning a badge tells a student that they have achieved a goal! It’s a boost of accomplishment that can help students feel good about themselves, while learning something new that can help them in the future (plus a micro-payment).

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Code First Girls has become the largest provider of free coding courses for women in the UK, having delivered over £54 million worth of free technology education and teaching three times as many women to code as the entire UK university undergraduate system! Our mission is to reduce the gender diversity gap in tech globally by giving more women the opportunity to learn new skills and pursue great careers in tech. More than 80,000 women taught to code! We continue to build a kick-ass community of women who code. So far, we have taught over 80,000 with that number growing every month. Our community of women are passionate coders who are dedicated to supporting the growing number of women in tech, regardless of their age or background, and our graduates have often found jobs at the most exciting companies across the UK and beyond! To eliminate the diversity gap in tech by providing free education and economic opportunities to women and non-binaries globally. We are on a mission to transform tech by providing the skills, confidence and inspiration for women and non-binaries to become kick-ass developers, data whizzes, and future tech leaders. Our values are what drive us, guide us and hold us accountable to ensure Code First Girls is the best it can possibly be for our community, our partners and as a company. We serve our community first. Everything we do is for them, and we are their biggest advocates. We cheer them along on their journey into tech, support their needs and help them succeed. Driving global change is a big job, but we are here for it. We’ll be bold, relentless, strong, and muster up all the courage in the face of adversity. We are proud and passionate about this cause, and we’re here to drive real change. We’re all about less talk and more action. We’ll say it how it is and always choose honesty, truth and transparency. We choose kindness and empathy, and treat everyone how we want to be treated personally. You won’t find big egos here, there’s only room for good people. We are not like the rest. We are different, we challenge the norm, we are bold, fierce and authentic and definitely not stiff or stodgy. We take risks, we adapt and innovate; we look disruption in the face and give it a cheeky wink. Our team is empowered to make it happen. We bring the hustle, the fire, the determination every.single.day. Passion and collaboration fill our cups, and we aim to deliver the best in everything we do together. It will be a journey, but we will make damn sure we’ll have fun along the way. We celebrate the wins, no matter how big or small and recognise the many, many, many individual contributions everyone has made each step of the way on this big journey.

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Our Spanish school ELE Aleph is located in the very heart of Valencia, just minutes away from some of the city's most impressive landmarks, like the old town gates Torres de Quart, the modernist Estació del Nord (train station), Mercat Central (market) and Ajuntament (city hall) or the gothic Llotja de la Seda. We are a team of highly trained and experienced people devoted to delivering an optimum and first class service to our students. Teachers are accredited DELE examiners by Instituto Cervantes. At the core of everything we do is our belief that learning a language is one of the most rewarding investments you can make in your life. We sincerely believe that there is no better way to learn or improve a language than interacting with real people in everyday life situations. That is why we try our best to make your stay here as enriching as possible. Whether you are looking to enjoy nightlife, relax on the beach, explore the countryside or discover a great city full of cultural activities, Valencia is just your perfect choice. Nuestra escuela de español ELE Aleph está ubicada en el corazón de Valencia, a solo unos minutos de algunos de los lugares más impresionantes de la ciudad, como las puertas del casco antiguo Torres de Quart, la modernista Estació del Nord (estación de tren), Mercat Central (mercado) y Ajuntament (ayuntamiento) o la gótica Llotja de la Seda. Somos un equipo de personas altamente capacitadas y experimentadas dedicadas a entregar un servicio óptimo y de primera clase a nuestros estudiantes. Los profesores son examinadores DELE acreditados por el Instituto Cervantes. En el centro de todo lo que hacemos está nuestra creencia de que aprender un idioma es una de las inversiones más gratificantes que puede hacer en su vida. Creemos sinceramente que no hay mejor manera de aprender o mejorar un idioma que interactuar con personas reales en situaciones de la vida cotidiana. Por eso hacemos todo lo posible para que su estancia aquí sea lo más enriquecedora posible. Tanto si buscas disfrutar de la vida nocturna, relajarte en la playa, explorar el campo o descubrir una gran ciudad llena de actividades culturales, Valencia es tu elección perfecta.

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Tía Tula is a modern center of Spanish teaching which offers an effective method of learning the language with the best qualified teachers in a warm and personalized atmosphere. We focus on our students. Our team of professionals are extremely committed to meeting your individual needs and to ensure you fully integrate into the Spanish language and culture. Our objective is not only to teach you how to dominate the language, but that you gain an understanding of our habits and traditions, our way of thinking and living. The method we have adopted is a balanced combination of classroom based exercises and extracurricular activities: It is an intensive program using an advanced method of teaching Spanish. Work groups are kept small (10 students maximum) to ensure you gain the most out of your lessons and student participation is encouraged during the course. You will be provided with all the necessary learning material and will have access to internet, multimedia and audiovisual support. The extracurricular activities run in parallel to complement classroom methodology. As part of the program you will enjoy excursions to the rest of Spain, enjoy free time and sport not only in the city but also in the countryside. A personal touch. We want your stay to be unforgettable and to ensure this is achieved we take care of all the necessary arrangements and details. Your accommodation - we have an experienced and dedicated person whose task is to ensure that your safety, enjoyment and learning needs are met. Our teachers have been selected on the basis of academic excellence, professionalism, and experience in teaching in order to guarantee the best results. As part of their responsibilities the teachers of Tía Tula offer tutorials outside of class for those students who want to ask about any aspect of the course. What's more, the teachers meet regularly to keep track of their students' progress, because our objective is always the best quality of teaching. Tía Tula is situated in the pedestrian historical center of Salamanca: a privileged and unbeatable location. Tía Tula es un moderno centro de enseñanza de español que ofrece un método efectivo de aprendizaje del idioma con los profesores mejor calificados en un ambiente cálido y personalizado. Nos enfocamos en nuestros estudiantes. Nuestro equipo de profesionales está extremadamente comprometido a satisfacer sus necesidades individuales y asegurar que se integre completamente en el idioma y la cultura española. Nuestro objetivo no es solo enseñarte a dominar el idioma, sino que entiendas nuestras costumbres y tradiciones, nuestra forma de pensar y de vivir. El método que hemos adoptado es una combinación equilibrada de ejercicios en el aula y actividades extracurriculares: es un programa intensivo que utiliza un método avanzado de enseñanza del español. Los grupos de trabajo se mantienen pequeños (10 estudiantes como máximo) para garantizar que obtenga el máximo provecho de sus lecciones y se fomenta la participación de los estudiantes durante el curso. Se te proporcionará todo el material de aprendizaje necesario y tendrás acceso a internet, soporte multimedia y audiovisual. Las actividades extraescolares se desarrollan en paralelo para complementar la metodología del aula. Como parte del programa disfrutarás de excursiones al resto de España, disfruta del tiempo libre y del deporte no solo en la ciudad sino también en el campo. Un toque personal. Queremos que su estancia sea inolvidable y para lograrlo nos encargamos de todos los arreglos y detalles necesarios. Su alojamiento: contamos con una persona experimentada y dedicada cuya tarea es garantizar que se satisfagan sus necesidades de seguridad, disfrute y aprendizaje. Nuestros profesores han sido seleccionados en base a la excelencia académica, profesionalismo y experiencia en la enseñanza para garantizar los mejores resultados. Como parte de sus responsabilidades los profesores de Tía Tula ofrecen tutorías fuera de clase para aquellos alumnos que quieran consultar sobre algún aspecto del curso. Además, los profesores se reúnen periódicamente para hacer un seguimiento del progreso de sus alumnos, porque nuestro objetivo es siempre la mejor calidad de enseñanza.

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Spanish Courses Unamuno is your center in Salamanca to learn Spanish as a Foreign Language (SFL). We have been specialized in teaching our language for almost 30 years. We offer general and specific courses of spanish both in-class and online. We are an accredited center by the Instituto Cervantes and we have the support of the University Pontificia de Salamanca to offer college credit to students in some courses. We are member of FEDELE (Spanish Federation of Associations of Schools of SFL), AEECYL (Association of Spanish Schools of “Castilla y León”) and SCE (Salamanca city of Spanish). We are authorized examination center for the CCSE test which certifies the constitutional and sociocultural knowledge of Spain required for obtaining our nationality, and for the SIELE exam: the International Assessment Service for the Spanish Language. We are a center in charge of the dissemination of our culture and civilization. We offer programs with spanish courses and cultural leisure activities. Spanish courses unamuno is also a training center with training courses for teachers of SFL. Discover our linguistic immersion programs for groups in Salamanca: short, medium and long stay! Corsi di spagnolo Unamuno è il tuo centro a Salamanca per imparare lo spagnolo come lingua straniera (SFL). Siamo specializzati nell'insegnamento della nostra lingua da quasi 30 anni. Offriamo corsi generali e specifici di spagnolo sia in classe che online. Siamo un centro accreditato dall'Instituto Cervantes e abbiamo il supporto dell'Università Pontificia de Salamanca per offrire crediti universitari agli studenti in alcuni corsi. Siamo membri di FEDELE (Federazione Spagnola delle Associazioni delle Scuole di SFL), AEECYL (Associazione delle Scuole Spagnole di “Castilla y León”) e SCE (Salamanca città dello spagnolo). Siamo centro d'esame autorizzato per il test CCSE che certifica la conoscenza costituzionale e socioculturale della Spagna richiesta per ottenere la nostra nazionalità, e per l'esame SIELE: il Servizio Internazionale di Valutazione della Lingua Spagnola. Siamo un centro preposto alla diffusione della nostra cultura e civiltà. Offriamo programmi con corsi di spagnolo e attività ricreative culturali. Corsi di spagnolo unamuno è anche un centro di formazione con corsi di formazione per insegnanti di SFL. Scopri i nostri programmi di immersione linguistica per gruppi a Salamanca: soggiorni brevi, medi e lunghi!

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Since 1992, Instituto Mediterráneo Sol (iNMSOL) has offered Spanish Courses in Spain throughout the year, in Granada, a city rich in history and with unique surrounding areas, which will make your stay more pleasant. Instituto Mediterráneo Sol carries out every action accordingly with our mission, our vision and our company values. Instituto Mediterráneo Sol’s commitment goes beyond academics. Our activity focuses on the teaching of Spanish as a second language, including culture, history and literature as living. These elements are an essential part of the educational experience. It is essential to offer an environment of freedom and respect among our students and staff. Our Spanish school is committed to carrying out dynamic and flexible educational processes, making use of an active methodology. Our differentiation is to offer personalized teaching adapted to the changing needs of students. Tolerance is our main value. Cultural and linguistic pluralism, and the dissemination of the Spanish language and culture among different communities, our main goal. Our reason for being, and our values lead us in a direction of growth that we want to achieve through various strategies. We aspire to defend the quality of the teaching of Spanish as a foreign language, as well as all the services we offer. This is done by complying with the quality standards set by our benchmark evaluating entity: Instituto Cervantes. We maintain this accreditation. We teach quality language courses and stays based on the different personal and professional profiles of our students, aware of their needs and expectations. We encourage associations in our sector with related companies in order to exchange experiences and carry out joint actions that have an impact on the training of our staff and on the permanent improvement of the quality of our courses and other services offered. Carry out all the current official exams, and possible in the future, that lead to official certification as a guarantee of quality in the courses taught. Encourage the stability and commitment of the people in our company through participatory leadership and promoting job and professional stability. To be a reference in terms of media modernization and, in the long term, expand the spaces where we carry out our activity in order to create media that have an impact on the experience of our students and the quality of the services offered. We value professional ethics, honesty, tolerance and respect for all people regardless of culture, race, religion, origin, ideology or opinion. We are consistent in our commitment to the service we offer and respect for what is advertised and contracted by our students and providers. We practice flexibility to incorporate innovations favouring permanent evolution, and Interaction between the different departments of the centre for a unified operation. Vocation in customer service in everything you may need during your stay, whether related to our commitment or as advice for actions and situations outside of it. We respect the privacy of our clients, workers and suppliers, and are committed to the health, professional and sanitary safety of our clients and workers. We are also committed to preserving the environment, favouring its maintenance and care through a sustainable business model that takes care of the environment. Learn Spanish in Spain Granada, in our Spanish school, and you’ll get the highest guarantees: our school has the accreditation of Instituto Cervantes, and we comply with the CEN regulations (Comité Européen de Normalisation) concerning the language study trips. We organize our Spanish teaching programmes according to the levels of the European Common Reference Framework for Languages (Council of Europe). Also, with the Curricula Plan of the Instituto Cervantes. Our offer of Spanish courses in Granada integrates all language skills: listening comprehension, oral expression and interaction, reading comprehension and written expression and interaction. Teaching is done entirely in Spanish from day one, and without the use of any other support language, using the direct and situational communicative method. Our offer of Spanish courses covers most needs in learning Spanish. The wide range of Spanish Courses that we offer will make your choice easier. It doesn’t matter whether you are a professional, a university student, a teenager or retired person. In these pages you’ll find all what you need. To enhance the learning experience and your time on your Spanish course in Spain, we also offer daily activities to make you be in contact with the cultural reality in Spain and in Andalusia pleasantly, and during the weekends you can participate in the excursions we offer.

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Linguaschools started as a small project matching language school students with high quality, ‘hidden’ Spanish language schools. This has evolved into one of the leading networks of high-quality Spanish language schools in Spain and Latin America. Over this time, we have never compromised on our initial philosophy: to offer an unforgettable experience by providing high quality Spanish courses in a unique cultural context. Linguaschools was set up by a former Spanish language school student and a spirited backpacker. Both wanted to share their passion for off the beaten path cultural experiences, realising that learning to speak the language is essential to enjoying local culture. Both also recognised that learning a language is also the perfect platform for a profound cultural immersion. Linguaschools started by placing students in hand-picked ‘hidden’ language schools, those that offered high quality but struggled to get recognition for their services. These were small to medium-sized language schools with a familiar atmosphere, schools where students have a name not a number. That ideology continues today, as we believe high quality language education goes hand in hand with an unforgettable cultural encounter. Back in 2005 we found that this profile of Spanish language schools were barely represented, or very difficult to find by language school students. Linguaschools developed by hand-picking a limited selection of the very best Spanish schools. These were schools who believed the same philosophy for cultural immersion and met the very high Linguaschools standards. Over the years, Linguaschools has converted into a network of Spanish schools throughout Spain and Latin America. We have our own schools, as well as working with partner schools who share our philosophy and high standards. Today, many thousands of students per year enjoy the Linguaschools experience. We are dedicated to innovating, maintaining our quality standards, and having fun while doing it.

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Founded in 1953, International House (IH), is a global network of 150 affiliated language schools in more than 50 countries. All IH schools are independently owned and managed and are members of IH because they are committed to the very highest standards in language education face-to-face and online. Schools in the network teach English, Spanish, German, French, Italian and a wide variety of other languages. Across our membership network, IH schools train about half of all CELTA graduates in the world. We have well over 200,000 students, and our member schools employ in excess of 5,800 teachers. International House World Organisation is the central membership office for the International House network. We manage the IH brand, work with schools who wish to affiliate to IH, develop our quality scheme and ensure these standards are met through regular inspections, and manage network communications, publicity, and news. The International House Journal of Education and Development was founded by Charles Lowe (then director of IH London) and Matthew Barnard, in 1996. The original intention was to provide a forum for debate, a platform for creating new ideas and re-floating old ones, debunking myths and generally generate a sense of adventure for people teaching TEFL or teaching English as a Second Language. The new digital IH Journal is published twice a year, in autumn and spring, and aims to include some of the best and most stimulating thinking in language teaching in a variety of modern languages. This History section of the IH Journal was compiled by Brita Haycraft, co-founder of International House. John Haycraft was, of course, the original chronicler of IH stories, Babel in Spain (Hamish Hamilton 1958) and Babel in London (Hamish Hamilton 1965) and Adventures of a Language Traveller (Constable 1958). We have included articles written by Brita herself, some of which have appeared in previous editions of the IH Journal, along with anecdotes and memories from those who were part of the first ground-breaking years of International House. The articles follow the journey of International House as chronicled by Brita and others from its beginning in Cordoba when the first school was opened in 1953. We hope to be readable but serious, though always with room to be light-hearted as well. We are always on the lookout for new materials ideas, papers, photos and articles. We always want profiles and pictures of your school and its teachers, so get on to the computer and start writing! It might be the start of something big – who knows, maybe you will be the next Ruth Gairns or Michael Lewis! For affiliate schools, we arrange a number of annual conferences, offer recruitment services and list vacancies on our Jobs website, and organise events for Study Abroad schools. We also develop and offer a suite of online teacher training courses for teachers who want to invest in their continued professional development or specialise in a particular area of interest.

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The project Centro Studi Italiano Federico II was born from the business idea of a young professors group specialized in foreign languages and Italian as foreign language. Dedication, Involvement and Sharing are the keywords that accompany our mission every day. Our courses were build up every year and our Italian school became the best choice to study Italian in Catania. Our Italian language school has 5 classrooms, a multimedia room, Wi-Fi, library and a coffe break area, a place where to learn Italian in a relaxed atmosphere in Catania. Classes have a limited number of students (max. 8) to give us the possibility to pay particular attention to each student and their learning path. Classes are given in large, bright, air-conditioned and pleasant classrooms, where students will work in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. We are a few steps from the city centre of Catania, in Via Piave, close to Corso Italia, the shopping street of the city, rich of restaurants and bar where taste the traditional sicilian street food and breathe the sicilian atmosphere. Il progetto Centro Studi Italiano Federico II nasce dall'idea imprenditoriale di un gruppo di giovani docenti specializzati in lingue straniere e italiano come lingua straniera. Dedizione, Coinvolgimento e Condivisione sono le parole chiave che accompagnano ogni giorno la nostra missione. I nostri corsi venivano organizzati ogni anno e la nostra scuola di italiano è diventata la scelta migliore per studiare l'italiano a Catania. La nostra scuola di lingua italiana dispone di 5 aule, un'aula multimediale, wi-fi, biblioteca e un'area coffee break, un luogo dove imparare l'italiano in un'atmosfera rilassata a Catania. Le classi hanno un numero limitato di studenti (max. 8) per darci la possibilità di prestare particolare attenzione a ciascuno studente e al suo percorso di apprendimento. Le lezioni si tengono in aule ampie, luminose, climatizzate e piacevoli, dove gli studenti lavoreranno in un'atmosfera amichevole e rilassata. Siamo a pochi passi dal centro di Catania, in Via Piave, vicino a Corso Italia, la via dello shopping della città, ricca di ristoranti e bar dove assaporare lo street food tradizionale siciliano e respirare l'atmosfera siciliana.

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Italianopoli was born from a dream cultivated with passion and enthusiasm: to create a cozy and familiar Italian school in Naples in which the choice and the quality of courses are unique! We offer italian language group, individual and online courses all year long to allow each student to choose the most suitable course according to their own needs and interests. We believe that the best way to speak Italian is to live it; for this reason, every week we organize after classes different activities that will give you the opportunity to know italian traditions, lifestyle and culture as well. You can find us in the heart of the historic centre of Naples, close to Piazza del Gesù, one of the most picturesque and famous places of the city, near tourist accomodation, bar, pizzerias and monuments of great importance. The port, the station and the most interesting places of Naples are easily accessible from our school on foot or by public transport. In our school group courses consist of maximum 6 students to guarantee a high level of teaching so that no student is neglected! All our individual and group italian courses include teaching resources which are constantly selected, updated or self-produced to create personalised and tailored Italian lessons for you! Italianopoli nasce da un sogno coltivato con passione ed entusiasmo: creare una scuola di italiano a Napoli accogliente e familiare in cui la scelta e la qualità dei corsi siano uniche! Offriamo corsi di lingua italiana di gruppo, individuali e online tutto l'anno per permettere ad ogni studente di scegliere il corso più adatto alle proprie esigenze e interessi. Crediamo che il modo migliore per parlare italiano sia viverlo; per questo ogni settimana organizziamo dopo le lezioni diverse attività che ti daranno l'opportunità di conoscere anche le tradizioni, lo stile di vita e la cultura italiana. Ci trovate nel cuore del centro storico di Napoli, vicino a Piazza del Gesù, uno dei luoghi più pittoreschi e famosi della città, vicino a strutture ricettive, bar, pizzerie e monumenti di grande importanza. Il porto, la stazione ei luoghi più interessanti di Napoli sono facilmente raggiungibili dalla nostra scuola a piedi o con i mezzi pubblici. Nella nostra scuola i corsi collettivi sono composti da un massimo di 6 studenti per garantire un alto livello di insegnamento in modo che nessuno studente venga trascurato! Tutti i nostri corsi di italiano individuali e di gruppo includono risorse didattiche costantemente selezionate, aggiornate o autoprodotte per creare lezioni di italiano personalizzate e su misura per te!

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Reggio Lingua is a specialized language center for teaching Italian language and culture to people of all ages and nationalities. We organize Italian language courses for groups, individuals, both at school and online, and courses for businesses (for managers, technicians and employees), as well as for high school and university groups, homestay programs at the teacher’s home, and Italian language courses in preparation for the CELIand CILS exams. The Italian language courses are offered year round. They are organized by level, with a limited number of students in each class to encourage the students’ active participation and to provide a peaceful, relaxed working environment. Reggio Lingua è un centro linguistico specializzato per l'insegnamento della lingua e della cultura italiana a persone di tutte le età e nazionalità. Organizziamo corsi di lingua italiana per gruppi, individuali, sia a scuola che online, e corsi per aziende (per dirigenti, tecnici e impiegati), oltre che per gruppi di scuole superiori e università, programmi in famiglia presso il domicilio del docente e corsi di lingua italiana in preparazione agli esami CELI e CILS. I corsi di lingua italiana sono offerti tutto l'anno. Sono organizzati per livello, con un numero limitato di studenti in ogni classe per incoraggiare la partecipazione attiva degli studenti e per fornire un ambiente di lavoro tranquillo e rilassato.

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Scuola Toscana is a school of Italian Language and Culture for Foreigners, located in the heart of the historical centre of Renaissance Florence. In the past 30 years about 20,000 students representing more than 30 nationalities - and of all ages - have discovered the Italian language and the Italian culture at the Scuola Toscana. and time and again we hear from them that their fondest school memories involve the human element: fellow students, teachers, guides, staff, people met during the activities. Scuola Toscana students have friends all over the world. You can choose among many courses in Italian: intensive classes in Italian grammar and conversation, mixed classes with Italian language and art history, Italian language and literature, Italian language and cooking, Italian language and art practice – like drawing, fresco, photography, jewelry. According to the time you have available, can attend one course of Italian language just for one week, and maybe make full use of your time with a very intensive course or with a private Italian course. Scuola Toscana è una scuola di Lingua e Cultura Italiana per Stranieri, situata nel cuore del centro storico della Firenze rinascimentale. Negli ultimi 30 anni circa 20.000 studenti in rappresentanza di oltre 30 nazionalità - e di tutte le età - hanno scoperto la lingua e la cultura italiana alla scuolatoscana. E più e più volte sentiamo da loro che i loro ricordi scolastici più cari coinvolgono l'elemento umano: compagni studenti, insegnanti, guide, personale, persone incontrate durante le attività. Gli studenti di Scuola Toscanahanno amici in tutto il mondo. Puoi scegliere tra tanti corsi in italiano: lezioni intensive di grammatica e conversazione italiana, lezioni miste di lingua italiana e storia dell'arte, lingua e letteratura italiana, lingua e cucina italiana, lingua e pratica artistica italiana – come disegno, affresco, fotografia, gioielleria. A seconda del tempo che hai a disposizione, puoi frequentare un corso di lingua italiana anche solo per una settimana, e magari sfruttare appieno il tuo tempo con un corso molto intensivo o con un corso privato di italiano.

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AIL Madrid is an Instituto Cervantes accredited Spanish language school. We provide high quality, affordable Spanish language courses. AIL Madrid is situated in the heart of the Spanish capital near Retiro park. We are committed to ensure your Spanish learning experience in Madrid is enjoyable and enriching. AIL Madrid will give you more friends than Facebook, more professional skills than LinkedIn, more family than you can count to embarrass you on holiday, and will make your heart explode from loving your life too much. AIL Madrid’s curriculum is designed by Spanish language rocket scientists and will launch your Spanish skills into outer space faster than Sputnik. AIL Madrid is Picasso’s greatest work in Madrid’s edgiest museum, the sound of a Flamenco guitar in a softly lit room, late nights at the bar with new friends, and only one question remains: are you ready for it? Though the academy actually began fifteen years ago, in the tiny living room of my Madrid city center flat, the beginning of the story dates back to when I first arrived in Madrid in the year 2000. My initial experience of the city was intoxicating; the language, the nightlife, and the vibrancy and history of the city itself. I fell in love with Madrid immediately, feeling a thrill every time I had the opportunity to introduce visitors to my new home, and knew Madrid would form a long term narrative in my life. After three years, during which I achieved a near perfect use of the Spanish language (my British accent remains and will forever accompany me!), I felt the pull to learn something new so, taking advantage of some holiday time, went to France to do a short intensive French course. While there, I met the director of a language school in Montpellier who gave me my first insight into an academy from the teaching and directing perspective. At that moment, a small seed was planted and slowly began to take root in my mind. Was this what I wanted to do? I loved learning languages, loved knowledgeable, enthusiastic teachers, and knew what it took to engage a student. AIL Madrid es una escuela de español acreditada por el Instituto Cervantes. Ofrecemos cursos de español asequibles y de alta calidad. AIL Madrid está situado en el corazón de la capital española, cerca del parque del Retiro. Estamos comprometidos a asegurar que su experiencia de aprendizaje de español en Madrid sea agradable y enriquecedora. AIL Madrid te dará más amigos que Facebook, más habilidades profesionales que LinkedIn, más familia de la que puedas contar para avergonzarte en vacaciones y hará que tu corazón explote de amar demasiado tu vida. El plan de estudios de AIL Madrid está diseñado por científicos espaciales de habla hispana y lanzará tus conocimientos de español al espacio exterior más rápido que el Sputnik. AIL Madrid es la mejor obra de Picasso en el museo más vanguardista de Madrid, el sonido de una guitarra flamenca en una habitación tenuemente iluminada, noches en el bar con nuevos amigos, y solo queda una pregunta: ¿estás preparado? Aunque la academia en realidad comenzó hace quince años, en la diminuta sala de estar de mi departamento en el centro de Madrid, el comienzo de la historia se remonta a cuando llegué por primera vez a Madrid en el año 2000. Mi experiencia inicial de la ciudad fue embriagadora; el idioma, la vida nocturna y la vitalidad e historia de la ciudad misma. Me enamoré de Madrid inmediatamente, sintiendo emoción cada vez que tenía la oportunidad de presentarles a los visitantes mi nuevo hogar, y sabía que Madrid formaría una narrativa a largo plazo en mi vida. Después de tres años, durante los cuales logré un manejo casi perfecto del idioma español (¡mi acento británico se mantiene y me acompañará por siempre!), sentí el impulso de aprender algo nuevo y, aprovechando unas vacaciones, me fui a Francia a hacer un breve curso intensivo de francés. Mientras estaba allí, conocí al director de una escuela de idiomas en Montpellier, quien me dio mi primera visión de una academia desde la perspectiva de la enseñanza y la dirección. En ese momento, una pequeña semilla fue plantada y lentamente comenzó a echar raíces en mi mente. ¿Era esto lo que quería hacer? Me encantaba aprender idiomas, me encantaban los profesores informados y entusiastas, y sabía lo que se necesitaba para involucrar a un estudiante.

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Outside the sky over Genova, San Lorenzo Cathedral and the Torre Grimaldina. Inside, colourful and welcoming classrooms and specialized skilled teachers. This is Amalelingue, a small quality school which has been committed for years to supporting the study of the Italian and foreign languages. A stylish and elegant school, in the very heart of Genoa, an ideal starting point in order to discover the city. It is located in the liveliest part of the historic centre, in a pedestrian zone, within walking distance of the most interesting sites. If you want to improve your abilities or to learn a new language – Italian to foreigners, English, French, Spanish, German, Chinese, Japanese, in group or individual courses – Amalelingue with its friendly and professional environment is the place to be. Our methods and optimal classroom size enable students to receive all due attention to reach their goals and attain a better command of the language in question. Amalelingue offers courses and programs reflecting different learner profiles, along with a range of cultural activities (cookery, sailing, photography, creative labs etc.) all run by professionals from their respective fields. Amalelingue is also a certified training centre serving the University for Foreigners of Siena; it specializes in training and in-service courses, as well as in seminars for teachers and in Ditals certification (Levels I and II) preparatory courses. Amalelingue is a small, quality school geared towards helping in the study of Italian and foreign languages for professional and educational purposes – or simply for love of languages. Amalelingue works with public and private institutions and schools for the implementation of teaching education and training programs. Italian culture and language courses to foreigners are also organized within projects promoted by the local public bodies (Regione Liguria, Provincia di Genova e Comune di Genova). At Amalelingue you will find quality and a friendly environment with small classes ensuring closer contact with students and their needs, where we listen to each and every voice, nurturing, thus, the growth of friendship, a warm and welcoming atmosphere, in colourful and bright classrooms looking out onto the cathedral – a comfortable environment (air-conditioned!) conducive to easier and more inspiring learning. There are skilled and specialized teachers, adept at interacting with students of any age and with their families. For Amalelingue diversity is a value. Amalelingue is honest and trusted. Reliable. The founders of Amalelingue love, know and teach languages. Teachers are committed – boasting experience in mother tongue and foreign language teaching methods. The school holds the same in high regard to the benefit of the students.

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The Centro Mediterraneo Pintadera was founded in 2004 for the purpose of furthering the Italian language and culture. Located in a quiet, picturesque alley in the old town of Alghero in Sardinia, Pintadera is run by two dynamic women. Angela is from Alghero, whilst Nicola is a native of Berlin with a diverse international background. Welcoming and relaxing, Pintadera offers the perfect atmosphere for learning the Italian language and gaining a unique insight into Sardinian culture. We take language out of the classroom and onto the streets of Alghero so that our students soon feel part of the community. Learning with Pintadera is inspiring. Our teachers are energetic university graduates, specialized in the teaching of Italian as a second language, chosen for their teaching ability as well as their engaging personalities. From the beginning, we take our students out of the classroom and onto the vibrant streets of Alghero. Not only will you speak Italian, but you will eat, drink, and above all live and breathe the Italian language in Alghero Sardinia. We offer a complete range of Italian Language courses, tailored to your interests and abilities, and a variety of Special Courses which convey this Mediterranean culture and our way of life. Our program is not merely a language course, but a total immersion in the rich life of our town. Our objective is to provide Italian language teaching in a pleasant and stimulating environment through a balanced combination of study and leisure. The heart of Centro Mediterraneo Pintadera’s Italian program is the Lingua group language course, with maximum 8 students per class. The lessons are normally divided into two parts, with a different teacher guiding each segment. The first part emphasizes Italian grammar and structure. The second part focuses on the application and exercise of these linguistic rules in real life settings. We do not employ standard Italian textbooks but instead produce our own class and take-home materials which are modified to the particular interests, abilities and needs of the group. This method has proven most effective in teaching adults who come to us from different backgrounds and who respond most favourably when treated in a way that is personally significant. Pintadera carefully selects readings from Italy’s most celebrated poets, playwrights, and novelists. Wide varieties of current-event materials such as newspapers, magazines, radio and TV broadcasts are used in the Pintadera learning experience. Together, the student is enlightened to valuable Italian cultural, historic and contemporary perspectives and supplemented with improved linguistic and communicative skills. Centro Mediterraneo Pintadera offers three basic levels of Italian proficiency: Elementary, Intermediate and Advanced. Absolute beginner classes generally begin the first Monday of every month. Intermediate and advanced learners may start on any Monday, and depending on student circumstances, may enjoy the liberty of beginning on other days. Centro Mediterraneo Pintadera offers not only Italian language courses. We welcome and assist those that wish to settle in Sardinia for a longer period of time. We know the town, we know the people, we can help with logistics like finding the appropriate accommodation, and we know how to navigate the local bureaucracy. We will help you settle in Sardinia, while you learn to speak Italian with us and gradually become a part of our community.

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Academya Lingue is a language school and a cultural center based in Bologna with the purpose of promoting the Italian language and culture through Italian language courses and extra-curricular activities (both recreational and cultural). The school – recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education, Universities and Research and by the Directorate General Emilia Romagna and also chosen by Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna (BBS) as School of Languages in its International GLOBAL MBA Program and International Master Program- has a well established experience in the field of Italian language and culture teaching to foreign students of all ages and geographical origins. We are open to each and every student, regardless of their gender, age, race, ethnicity, language, culture, religion, sexual orientation, political opinions, personal and social conditions. We openly support and promote a culture of mutual respect and appreciation of differences, as in the typical great Italian tradition of cultural and linguistic diversity. Our Italian courses are entirely focused on the real needs of the students. The classes have a limited number of students, and the team of teachers – all native speakers – are continually trained and highly motivated, as to provide students with the best language learning experience in a typical Italian environment. Every week we organize interesting and engaging extracurricular activities so as to offer students a unique and memorable experience. Our Italian school has free wi–fi access, an internet point, free language resources, a kitchen and heating/air-conditioning in every classroom. We are located in the heart of the historic centre of Bologna, within the spectacular Piazza Santo Stefano also known as Piazza delle Sette Chiese – an elegant pedestrian area near the famous Two Towers, many museums, art galleries, shops, stores, coffee bars, restaurants and markets. The size of Bologna makes it an ideal place to study and fully immerse yourself in the Italian culture. It is also one of the most beautiful cities in Emilia-Romagna and in the entire Italian peninsula. Known throughout Italy and in the world as the Dotta for housing the oldest university in the world, the Grassa for its amazing culinary tradition and the Rossa for the colors and the warm reflections of its palaces and towers, Bologna is a very livable city that is not too touristic. As such, it is proud and able to offer the famous and incomparable “Italian lifestyle”. Academya Lingue è una scuola di lingue e un centro culturale con sede a Bologna con lo scopo di promuovere la lingua e la cultura italiana attraverso corsi di lingua italiana e attività extracurriculari (sia ricreative che culturali). La scuola – riconosciuta dal Ministero dell'Istruzione, dell'Università e della Ricerca e dalla Direzione Generale Emilia Romagna e scelta anche dall'Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna (BBS) come Scuola di Lingue nel suo International GLOBAL MBA Program e International Master Program- ha una consolidata esperienza nel campo dell'insegnamento della lingua e della cultura italiana a studenti stranieri di ogni età e provenienza geografica. Siamo aperti a tutti gli studenti, indipendentemente da sesso, età, razza, etnia, lingua, cultura, religione, orientamento sessuale, opinioni politiche, condizioni personali e sociali. Sosteniamo e promuoviamo apertamente una cultura del rispetto reciproco e della valorizzazione delle differenze, come nella tipica grande tradizione italiana della diversità culturale e linguistica. I nostri corsi di italiano sono interamente focalizzati sulle reali esigenze degli studenti. Le classi hanno un numero limitato di studenti e il team di insegnanti – tutti madrelingua – è continuamente formato e altamente motivato, in modo da fornire agli studenti la migliore esperienza di apprendimento delle lingue in un tipico ambiente italiano. Ogni settimana organizziamo attività extracurriculari interessanti e coinvolgenti in modo da offrire agli studenti un'esperienza unica e memorabile. La nostra scuola di italiano dispone di connessione wi-fi gratuita, internet point, risorse linguistiche gratuite, cucina e riscaldamento/aria condizionata in ogni classe. Ci troviamo nel cuore del centro storico di Bologna, all'interno della spettacolare Piazza Santo Stefano conosciuta anche come Piazza delle Sette Chiese – un'elegante zona pedonale vicino alle famose Due Torri, molti musei, gallerie d'arte, negozi, negozi, bar, ristoranti e mercati. Le dimensioni di Bologna la rendono un luogo ideale per studiare e immergersi completamente nella cultura italiana. È anche una delle città più belle dell'Emilia-Romagna e dell'intera penisola italiana. Conosciuta in tutta Italia e nel mondo come la Dotta per aver ospitato l'università più antica del mondo, la Grassa per la sua sorprendente tradizione culinaria e la Rossa per i colori e i caldi riflessi dei suoi palazzi e torri, Bologna è una città molto vivibile che è non troppo turistico. In quanto tale, è orgogliosa e in grado di offrire il famoso e ineguagliabile “stile di vita italiano”.

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L’Italiano Porticando, founded at the beginning of 2005 with the aim to be a cut above ordinary language schools in Turin and to provide a specialized centre and point of reference for those who want to study the Italian language and culture in Turin. Turin is in a city well-known as an industrial centre, but little-known by tourists, Turin has, however, an incredible artistic and cultural legacy to offer to those who love Italy, its language and its culture. The school was founded and is managed by Laura Faussone, Caterina Costanzo and Rosaria Costanzo. The three partners joined their long experience and their abilities in teaching the Italian language, culture and history to foreigners in order to give life to a project which at that time was new in Piedmont: the possibility to experience the Italian language and culture in a destination which is not typical for foreigners as, for example, Rome, Florence, Siena or Venice. The three founders are present and active in the school’s life. They have structured their role within the school according to their competencies and experience. Rosaria – who has an university degree in foreign literature and languages and in business administration - is mainly responsible for marketing and administration. Laura – who is specialized in arts and who has an university degree in architecture – is responsible for the cultural part of L’Italiano Porticando and for contacts in Italy and Caterina – who has graduated as an interpreter and translator – is the contact person and teacher coordinator and is responsible for the course structure. The school’s teachers are selected with great care according to their education and their experience as teachers for Italian language and culture to foreigners. All teachers are native speakers, have a university degree, and are highly motivated and experienced in supporting foreign students in their first meeting with Italy and the Italian language and during the language learning process. L'Italiano Porticando, fondata all'inizio del 2005 con l'obiettivo di essere una spanna sopra le scuole di lingua ordinarie a Torino e di fornire un centro specializzato e un punto di riferimento per coloro che vogliono studiare la lingua e la cultura italiana a Torino. Torino è in una città nota come centro industriale, ma poco conosciuta dai turisti, Torino ha però un incredibile patrimonio artistico e culturale da offrire a chi ama l'Italia, la sua lingua e la sua cultura. La scuola è stata fondata ed è gestita da Laura Faussone, Caterina Costanzo e Rosaria Costanzo. I tre soci unirono la loro lunga esperienza e le loro capacità nell'insegnamento della lingua, della cultura e della storia italiana agli stranieri per dare vita ad un progetto allora nuovo in Piemonte: la possibilità di vivere la lingua e la cultura italiana in una destinazione che non è tipico per gli stranieri come, ad esempio, Roma, Firenze, Siena o Venezia. I tre fondatori sono presenti e attivi nella vita della scuola. Hanno strutturato il loro ruolo all'interno della scuola in base alle loro competenze ed esperienze. Rosaria – laureata in lettere e lingue straniere e in economia aziendale – si occupa principalmente del marketing e dell'amministrazione. Laura – specializzata in arti e laureata in architettura – è responsabile della parte culturale de L'Italiano Porticando e dei contatti in Italia e Caterina – laureata come interprete e traduttrice – è il referente e la docente coordinatore ed è responsabile della struttura del corso.

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Hispania Spanish School is an educational institute offering various courses in Spanish language and culture, alongside, other subjects available to international students. The school opened its doors in 2002 and since then, more than 40,000 students have learned Spanish at our school. Hispania, is officially recognised by the Cervantes Institute and by EAQUALS, Excellence in Language Education. In recent years, it has earned dozens of accreditations for its great work, and it has obtained numerous awards, making it one of the global reference points within the “Study Abroad” sector for learning Spanish. The Hispania Method lets students learn Spanish in an enjoyable way, meaning that, every year, Hispania, is able to welcome thousands of students who look forward to learning Spanish. The quality of the classes is the greatest strength of the school. Hispania, is located in a unique, one-of-a-kind environment and is made up of 4 buildings, "the journalists' houses" or “Las casitas de los periodistas”. In “the journalists houses”, students not only enjoy use of the classrooms, all of which are equipped with the most up-to-date technology, but also the schools' leisure spaces. For instance, beautiful terraces, a cinema, a library and a private cafeteria. These facilities truly help create a unique experience amongst students as they learn our language and culture whilst simultaneously enjoying a multicultural environment full of students from more than 80 different countries. Hispania, launched Hispania Online, which is a virtual space where students are able to learn Spanish from anywhere in the world by following the Hispania method. The school also has an extensive and rich culture and leisure program, led by a cultural manager and official guide. To create a complete experience and take the work load off our students, they also offer accommodation services. "Smile, you are in Hispania" is the motto of their specialist school. Undoubtedly, uniting quality in the classroom and in the services, they offer, with making people feel a little happier, has led to Hispania, escuela de español holding a top position internationally.

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Why study Italian in Verona? Because at inClasse you will find: Experienced, enthusiastic teachers who specialise in teaching Italian as a foreign language to students of all kinds: professionals, immigrants, children and university students. A modern, cosy school located in a building just a few metres from the wonderful Roman Arena in the heart of Verona. Competitive prices, with many last minute offers. Italian courses in group and online courses for every need and with a lot of flexibilty. A maximum number of 8 students per class, with an average of 5. Special courses which combine the study of the language with other extra activities. A rich programme of activities such as guided tours of Verona and nearby cities like Venice and Florence. Workshops of art, music and more every week. We are particularly proud of our cooking course where you can learn to create genuine Italian dishes with our professional chef. At InClasse we believe in learning Italian by getting to know the culture and traditions of our country, that is why we place high importance on our cultural activities and workshops. Every week you will find workshops on: newspapers, contemporary literature, Italian pop music, pizza, Italian cuisine, Opera, découpage, fashion jewellery and hand craft, wine, Italian pastry and more. We know how important is for the students to feel at home, that is why we organize plenty of get-togethers, aperitifs, dinners, game nights, cinema and anything else we can do to have fun. Being outdoors doing sport, relaxing at the spa or swimming and sunbathing at Lake Garda are all excellent opportunities to spend time together and practice the Italian you’ve learnt in class. We are happy to accompany you on nature routes by foot, by bike or with snowshoes, or to share with you the wonderful experience of a trek on the mountains. Every weekend we will offer different activities suitable for the time of year.

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Cervantes Escuela Internacional, with 35 years of experience in teaching Spanish as a foreign language, features high quality and interactive educational material. This, together with the effectiveness of their teaching methods and socio-cultural program, ensures an excellent cultural and language immersion program. Furthermore, we offer our students a personalized service in a pleasant atmosphere that will make your stay unforgettable. We have ICT classrooms equipped with personal computers, projectors, digital books, digital interactive whiteboards (PDI) and Wi-Fi. Our teachers are constantly upgrading their training with different courses, in order to offer the latest advances in new technologies applied to teaching Spanish as a foreign language. Learning a language goes beyond learning grammar and vocabulary; it’s also about knowing its speakers, its history, literature, idiosyncrasies, etc. In all our classes, the cultural component is included through different activities, games and presentations. Our teachers don’t just teach grammar, they also work with culture; an essential aspect, if one considers the richness and diversity of the Spanish-speaking world. From a pedagogical point of view, playing is learning. In our courses, the playful component together with pedagogical methodology helps us to create a good environment and facilitate the learning process. In a real communication situation, knowledge of a language is enabled through various channels. For this reason, and because we are paying attention to different styles of learning in class, the student has the opportunity to speak, hear, read and write in our courses about various topics from different areas and a variety of situations.

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The Istituto Il David is one of the most well-known and renowned Italian language schools in Florence. It is the ideal place to learn or improve the knowledge of Italian language, and to live an unforgettable experience in one of the most beautiful and fascinating cities in the world. The Italian language school was established in 1983, and for over 35 years it has carried out a wide variety of Italian language and culture courses throughout the year. The long experience guarantees professionalism, results and an excellent organization for a pleasant stay in Florence. During these years, thousands of students from over 50 countries have learned, improved or perfected the Italian language. They have spent an unforgettable period of their lives, made friends with people of other nationalities and with Italians. It is officially recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education. It is a member of the association of Italian language schools Scuole Licet (Italian language, culture and tourism), it is associated with Eduitalia (association of linguistic services for foreign students in Italy), and it is part of the European Union’s Erasmus program. The school is not very big and for this reason one of its strong points is the friendly atmosphere thanks to which the students make friends with each other very easily. At the Istituto Il David, the student is never a number, but a friend to whom we should give assistance and attention, following him/her constantly on his/her educational path and in his/her stay in Florence. The Italian language school is located in the historic centre of Florence, a few steps from the square Piazza della Repubblica, on the third floor of a bourgeois building in one of the most prestigious and safe areas of the city, the area of world-wide famous fashion shops and financial services. The Cathedral, Piazza della Signoria, the central railway station, and all the most famous monuments are located between 3 and 10 minutes walking distance from the school.

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Taronja is Your Spanish school in Valencia. Your life is going to change after being with us! We are a different, fun Spanish school that puts an infinite passion into everything it does. We have a very clear motto: Taronja is not a school for young people, but for people who feel young. We are much more than a Spanish school ¡VAMOS TARONJA! Inside, you will discover that each corner has been neatly decorated by young Valencian artists. It is an authentic piece of art! The classrooms are equipped with modern facilities which create a nice and comfortable learning atmosphere. Our Spanish teachers are university graduates, with experience and training in teaching Spanish as a foreign language. Their classes are very dynamic, and they are willing to attend to your doubts and needs. You won’t be bored in his classes! Our school is located on a pedestrian street in the city centre, in a beautiful XIXth century building. It is surrounded by the cafés and restaurants. From there you can reach any part of Valencia. At Taronja you will find activities every day. Each week we offer a range of optional activities included in your course. They are designed to help you practice your Spanish outside the classroom, and to get to know your classmates and teachers. They are carried out by our teachers and are basically free. Some of these didactic activities are: language exchanges, cooking classes, culture classes, Walk and Learn routes, welcome paella… Taronja, also offer Online Spanish courses with a different method with which you can improve your oral expression and learn how the Spanish people are. Learn Spanish online funnily and nicely This is about online oral interaction with native and qualified teachers with experience in teaching-learning Spanish throughout the ICT (Information and communication technology). These sessions are designed according to the Marco Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEF / CEFR) and the Curricular Plan of Instituto Cervantes. The goal is to develop the Intercultural Communicative Competence and the oral expression and interaction among the participants in individual or group assisted sessions, guided and directed by one of our teachers.

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Janet Raloff, a Science News staffer for 40 years, is the driving force behind the brilliance of Science News for Students. She’s committed to journalistic excellence while also educating a new generation on all thing’s science. Founded in 2003, Science News for Students is an award-winning online publication dedicated to providing age-appropriate, topical science news to learners, parents and educators. Science News for Students is a publication of the Science News Media Group, which is a program of the Society for Science, a non-profit 501(c)(3) membership organization dedicated to public engagement in scientific research and education. Science News for Students — which is free to use — helps to fulfil the Society’s mission by connecting the latest in scientific research to learning in and out of the classroom. Since 1921, when renowned journalist Edward W. Scripps and California zoologist William Emerson Ritter founded the Society (then known as Science Service), the Society has conveyed the excitement of science and research directly to the public through its award-winning publications. The organization launched its flagship publication in 1921 as Science News-Letter. The publication, which was redesigned as a magazine in 1926, quickly grew into a prime source of science news for libraries, schools and individuals. Renamed Science News in 1966, this award-winning magazine now attracts millions of readers annually to its daily online and biweekly print publications. Science News for Students (formerly Science News for Kids) publishes award-winning journalism on research across the breadth of science, health and technology fields. It aims to bring these new developments to a younger audience. Published daily, Science News for Students posts both shorter news stories and longer features, all written with a vocabulary and sentence structure aimed at readers 9 to 14 years old. The breadth of technical subjects and tone attracts many advanced readers as well. Our stories highlight ongoing research in fields ranging from astronomy to zoology. (Science News for Students does not publish original scientific results.) Stories are reported by experienced science journalists, many with PhDs in the fields on which they write. To help teachers, parents and other educators, each story includes further readings, citations to the original research on which the stories are based, power words (glossary terms) and a readability score that ensures the text is accessible to teens and tweens. Many stories also have extra materials to aid in classroom use. In addition, Science News for Students publishes other features that show students, teachers and parents how science really works, what scientists do, what goes into conducting first-class research and science projects and how anyone can get involved in doing science. The Society for Science also runs world-class science-education competitions for youth — the Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS), the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) and Broadcom MASTERS. Today, the Society is dedicated to providing concise, accurate science news and inspirational opportunities to over 115,000 subscribing members, the 50,000 worldwide alumni of our competitions and millions of unique online visitors and social media followers.

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Students for a Better Future’s core mission is to provide students displaying academic potential, who are financially needy and demonstrate resilience and tenacity, with the opportunity to study at some of the best high schools and post–secondary institutions in Cape Town. South African-born Sue Struengmann and her German husband Dr Andreas Struengmann first recognised the need to invest in South Africa’s children through education whilst working together in the rural areas of the Eastern Cape. Both were working in Tsolo at the time, Dr Struengmann as a medical intern at the mission hospital and Mrs Struegmann, in the local school. They were struck by the lack of resources available to the community. Mrs Struengmann recalls that there wasn’t enough medicine and not even pens and pencils available to learners at the school. At that point, they made a promise to each other that if they were ever successful enough, they would do their part to help young people in this country get a good education. Halli Manolakos, is an experienced and accomplished development specialist, with over 15 years of working experience in education, healthcare, and social development. She has an extensive background in programme leadership, development and design of international programmes and is a specialist in strategy development and team leadership. In her role as Executive Head of Foundation SA and CEO SBF, Halli is responsible for operational and team management, programme strategy development, stakeholder relationship development and financial oversight. SBF’s scholarship programme initially started out as a High School Scholarship Programme, providing access to educational, financial and psycho-social support in order to ensure our scholars are able to thrive in their school environments. As scholars began to graduate from high school, a Post-Secondary Programme was established, which provided partial and full funding opportunities to study post-secondary education, as well as providing access to job coaching, mentorship and other support. Their Vision is to develop well-rounded and goal-oriented individuals who will contribute positively to the future of South Africa and become citizens of the world. Their Mission is to ensure that individuals with academic ability and financial need have access to quality education, holistic support and opportunities for growth, through collaborative and strategic partnerships. They strive towards creating and advocating for inclusive spaces where the whole SBF family feels connected and part of, both in their communities and institutions.

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Parlo Spagnolo è il progetto di Fiorella Dávila, una docente madrelingua spagnola con 10 anni di esperienza. Con lezione sia presenziale che online, la sua metodologia e la dinamica che utilizza Fiorella si adattano al tipo di studente o gruppo che ha davanti. Parlo Spagnolo si caratterizza per avere un approccio dinamico e divertente, per cui Fiorella sempre cerca la maniera d'insegnare attraverso le attività creative, tra cui dedica gran parte del suo tempo al suo corso: "Spagnolo artistico", un corso dedicato a i bambini dove possono imparare la lingua allo stesso tempo che sviluppano le loro capacità artistiche. In quanto riguarda a i ragazzi e gli adulti, Fiorella svolge il suo lavoro in modo preciso e divertente allo steso tempo, per fare apprendere lo spagnolo con facilità, anche nei suoi aspetti più ostici. Il forte di tutti corsi che Fiorella organizza in Parlo Spagnolo è la comunicazione orale e l'interazione nell'aula. Lei si occupa personalmente dell'organizzazione dei corsi, la creazione del programma e delle dispense. Fiorella sempre fa la docenza della lingua spagnola abbinando i contenuti grammaticali alle risorse culturali e funzionali. Fiorella gestisce gruppi e individui in maniera presenziale e online nei livelli A1-A2-B1-B2 con un metodo non tradizionale d'insegnamento. Lei cerca di capire le esigenze degli studenti per offrire un insegnamento che raggiunga ogni persona utilizzando ogni fonte disponibile, dai testi, video, musica, le arti in tutte le sue sfumature fino alle tecniche moderne d'insegnamento di lingue straniere. In Parlo Spagnolo puoi sentire il piacere d'imparare un qualcosa che ti servirà per la vita: lo spagnolo Fiorella ti offre la sua esperienza perché le lingue si imparano parlando. È questo il principio base del suo metodo, comunicare dal primo momento attraverso il dialogo di un rapporto costante, motivando la tua capacità di apprendimento e di partecipazione. Senza trascurare la grammatica, la didattica è principalmente orientata alla conversazione, per fornire le competenze attive e passive necessarie a svolgere nelle proprie mansioni in contesti scolastici e professionali internazionali. I corsi in Parlo Spagnolo sono personalizzati cioè fatti su misura, in questo modo ti consentirà d'intraprendere lo studio di una lingua straniera ottenendo il massimo dei risultati nelle tempistiche che insieme ti invita a pianificare. Per saperne di più puoi contattare a Fiorella per un colloquio conoscitivo, lei è sicura che potrà aiutarti nel prendere la strada che ti aprirà le porte di un mondo nuovo: El mundo del español.

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Valenture Institute partners with the world’s leading education institutions to evolve what it means to ‘go’ to school, by transforming physical limitations into digital possibilities. Their mission is to create new opportunities for students to choose an aspirational online learning experience by offering fully-supported online high school programmes and pre-college certificates. As a social enterprise, Valenture Institute is also committed to levelling the playing field and increasing access for all students through free curriculum offerings, extensive scholarship programs and blended learning micro schools in underprivileged communities. Valenture Institute was founded in 2019 with a mission to create aspirational learning opportunities for high school students. They believe that students should open the doors they choose, not the ones they are forced to. They empower their school and university partners with the tools to set their students up for success as they navigate the arc of school, university and life. Informed by the science of online learning, Valenture Institute brings a depth of expertise in learning design, robust learning technology, sophisticated learning analytics and excellent support services to enable their partner schools to make an impact and meet student outcomes at scale. They’re a team of mothers, fathers, dreamers, innovators, and believers. They don’t just believe in a brighter future; they believe in doing everything they can to make it happen. Valenture Institute Big Hairy Audacious Goal (BHAG) is to educate 100,000 students by 2028 through expanding aspirational education opportunities for high school students across the globe. They don’t see values as mantras written on walls or housed in documents, only to be referred to on an annual basis. Their values represent who they are. They are the shared collective principles that they use to engage with one another and, ultimately, to achieve their goals. Their values live in their daily conversations, in their meetings and in their work. They represent the points of coaching, and the hard lines in the sand.

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ExploreHealthCareers.org is a free, peer-reviewed website designed to educate students and advisors about health careers. ExploreHealthCareers.org’s mission is to help solve two urgent problems in U.S. health care: the under-representation of minorities in the workforce and the shortage of health professionals in medically underserved communities. ExploreHealthCareers.org hopes to help build a stronger health care workforce by providing easy access to updated, peer-reviewed career descriptions that inspire and motivate students to find health careers that suit them. Their vision is to see the health professionals of tomorrow be highly skilled and motivated, and as diverse as the patients they serve. Considering that, health care is a vast field that offers a range of diverse opportunities, it is important that all student research before deciding on a position to make sure you choose one that’s a good fit for them. People can start with the Career Explorer in their website, as it collects details about all different types of health care positions to allow you to compare and contrast those that interest you. Furthermore, the best health care practitioners are committed to giving their patients the best care possible. These health care practitioners prioritize keeping up with the latest developments in the field, continuing to study and learn long after their initial schooling ends. If you have a similar interest in lifelong learning, it’s a good idea to consider entering the health care field. Finally, Health care is increasingly focusing on team work as patients’ recovery depends more and more on how well each member of the team performs his or her specific function and how well they communicate and collaborate with one another. Even dentists — 70% of whom work in a solo private practice — usually supervise and work closely with several staff members. When choosing a health care position, you’ll want to consider the amount of teamwork it requires to ensure it’s a good fit for you and your working style.

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Class Central is a listing of online courses. They aggregate courses from many providers to make it easy to find the best courses on almost any subject, wherever they exist. They focus primarily on free (or free to audit) courses from universities, offered through massive open online course (MOOC) platforms. Whatever you are interested in learning, it is more than likely that their catalog includes a course that will meet your needs. Through Class Central, you can find courses; review courses you’ve taken (and read other people’s reviews); follow universities, subjects and courses to receive personalized updates; and also plan and track your learning. Class Central is a remote company with no physical offices. Their team consists of learners whose lives have been impacted by online education. Between them, they have done almost 300 online courses and 3 online degrees (including one self-directed degree equivalent). If their names look familiar, it may be because you have read articles we have written, or even because one of them has been a mentor in a course you took. Their goal is to make online education work for everyone, so they’re constantly working on new features. If you have an idea for how to make Class Central more useful, please let them know. They are in the business of educating people about education. In addition to their course listing, they also keep tabs on the overall state of MOOCs and online learning. Class Central's Report features analysis and reporting that looks across the landscape of online learning. They especially like to uncover overlooked stories and ascertain trends that others haven’t yet reported.

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Round University Ranking (RUR) is an international world university rankings system which measures performance of 1100 leading world universities from 82 countries by 20 unique indicators and 4 key areas of university activities: teaching, research, international diversity, financial sustainability. All raw data for RUR Rankings is provided by an international company Thomson Reuters. RUR Rankings cover the period from 2010 to the present. RUR Rankings is designed as an evaluation system aimed to provide sufficient information about university performance to address stakeholder's personal tasks: students, academic community, university management, policy makers. All the raw data (like number of students, academic staff etc.) is provided by Thomson Reuters through a special data survey called Global Institutional Profiles Project (GIPP). This survey is conducted annually in the spring and covers 700-800 higher education institutions through all over the world with the prospective expansion by 1000+. Three types of the raw data are used in RUR: Statistical data. In GIPP universities provide information about 20 raw indicators which are used to generate 100 scaled indicators (ratio between 2 values) of which in turn 20 are used in RUR Rankings. Bibliomteric data. For bibliometric/scientometrics information RUR Rankings use the raw data extracted from Web of Science Core Collection. Reputation data. As a part of Global Institutional Profiles Project, a special Academic Reputation Survey is conducted annually. Each reputation survey include around 60,000 responses from 10,000 respondents which present all dimensions of global academic community. Please find more details about reputation survey in the methodology. Round University Ranking is the comprehensive system of world university rankings which includes 4 main rankings with prospectives for expansions and also sub-rankings within the 4 key rankings: RUR Overall Rankings Overall Ranking evaluates instituional performance by 20 indicators which are grouped in 4 dimensions. In turn each dimension of Overall ranking forms a separate ranking where 5 metrics of each 4 groups are included. The list of RUR rankings by dimensions is the following: Teaching Ranking; Research Ranking; International Diversity Ranking; Financial Sustainability Ranking. RUR Subject Rankings The methodology of subject rankings is identical to the methodology of the overall ranking. In rankings by 6 broad subject areas we use the same 20 indicators, grouped in 4 dimension areas. What differentiate these two sets of rankings is the raw data used in each of the group. Each of the subject rankings falls into 5 rankings: overall (20 indicators) and 4 dimension rankings (5 indicators per each ranking). RUR Subject Rankings: Humanities; Life Sciences; Natural Sciences; Technical Sciences; Social Sciences; Medical Sciences. RUR Reputation Rankings RUR Reputation Rankings are aimed to measure universities brand, influence of a particular institution globally. This ranking assess institutions by only two indicators (teaching and research reputation) with the same weight of 50% per each indicator. RUR Research Perfomance Ranking RUR Research Performance Ranking evaluates institution’s performance in terms of its scientific effectiveness, quality and recognition of researches conducted in certain university. The selection of scientometric indicators, some of which coincides with RUR Research sub ranking metrics, is used in this ranking. The list of indicators is: Normalizaed citation impact; Citation per papers; Papers per academic and research staff; Research reputation; International co-authored papers.

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The UK’s universities are world leading. The mission of Universities UK (UUK) is to support them. We do this by campaigning for conditions that help increase their impact locally, nationally and globally. The success of UK higher education is built on a spirit of collaboration. The free flow of ideas and knowledge depends on it. Which is why we’ve been fostering close relationships between UK universities for more than a century. Today, we’re the collective voice of 140 universities across the UK. Our universities have world-leading reputations for excellence in teaching and research, making a huge difference to people’s lives. Together with our members, we aim to shape policy that allows universities to deliver the greatest impact possible for students, staff, the economy, and the communities they serve. By demonstrating these benefits, we’re helping UK universities build trust with policymakers and the public. Universities Wales and Universities Scotland work autonomously as part of Universities UK, representing the interests of universities in Wales and Scotland. They campaign, influence and develop policy on behalf of the higher education sectors in the devolved nations. Our vision for the future of the UK higher education sector focuses on five key areas. With our support, UUK members turn this vision into reality for the benefit of society and the world at large: Opportunity. Giving everyone with the will and potential to succeed access to outstanding learning experiences. Impact. Maintaining our world-leading reputation for producing and applying knowledge and skills. Trust. Promoting public trust and political support for UK universities by demonstrating the positive impact on students, the economy, public services and society. Global. Maintaining the position of UK universities as global leaders in international education and research. Autonomy. Protecting the freedom to make autonomous decisions according to a university’s diverse mission and the needs of their students and communities. As the voice of universities across the UK, we must account for the diversity of policies and priorities in devolved nations. Our recent achievements include: International students. Campaigning for greater recognition of the cultural and economic importance of international students. This resulted in a two-year post-study graduate work visa, increasing the popularity of the UK as an international study destination. Mental health. Improving wellbeing and mental health support for university students and staff through our Stepchange Framework. Lifelong learning. Successfully campaigning for changes to make it easier for people of all ages to learn and up-skill part time. Collective campaigning. Bringing universities together to tell inspirational stories. Our current Made at Uni campaign, called Creative Sparks, showcases the role of universities in creating healthier and more active places and supporting people’s health and wellbeing as we recover from the pandemic. Covid-19 support. Coordinating efforts on behalf of our members to provide information, and secure support for students and universities during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Academic Earth was launched on the premise that everyone deserves access to a world-class education. In 2009, they built the first collection of free online college courses from the world’s top universities. The world of open education has exploded since then, and today their curated lists of online courses are hand selected by staff to showcase the very best offerings by subject area. They also ensure there is something for everyone: whether you want to explore a new topic or advance in your current field, they bring the amazing world of academia to you for free. They are a comprehensive resource for current and prospective students, giving individuals the tools, they need to make informed decisions about their educational paths and careers. Whether students are looking for financial aid, comparing college programs, or exploring a school's accommodation for learners with disabilities, they offer free guides and school rankings that can help reduce the stress of an online college search. Editorial independence is their top priority. They provide these resources because they believe transparent information and data-driven content are powerful tools for accessing high-quality education. They carry out fact-finding for students, helping them identify schools that fit their ambitions, geographic location, and financial circumstances. Revenue is generated by advertising certain programs on behalf of schools that compensate them for student referrals. Always striving to be as transparent as possible when it comes to distinguishing between their advertisements and editorial content. Academic Earth partners with trusted educational institutions to produce sponsored content for the benefit of students. Any editorial content sponsored by a partner is written by staff writers and carefully reviewed to meet their editorial standards and best practices. Some of their featured universities are Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), which is one of the foremost U.S. institutions in science and technology. It is comprised of five schools and one college, including the renowned School of Engineering and Sloan School of Management, offering Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees. One of the world's leading universities, Stanford was founded in 1885 in what is now Stanford, California. It is comprised of seven schools, four of which are devoted exclusively to graduate education. Stanford's most renowned programs include the Graduate School of Business, Law School, School of Engineering, and School of Medicine. UC Berkeley, founded in 1868 on the San Francisco Bay, is the flagship campus of the University of California and one of the world's most prestigious public universities. The university is divided into 14 schools and colleges, further separated into 130 academic departments offering degree programs from the undergraduate to doctoral level.

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Emeritus is committed to teaching the skills of the future by making high-quality education accessible and affordable to individuals, companies, and governments around the world. It does this by collaborating with more than 50 top-tier universities across the United States, Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia, India and China. Join 200K+ students and learn from the top universities, world-renowned faculty, and leading industry experts. Get started today to earn your online certificate from a trusted university. Partnerships with top universities, making world-class education accessible globally. Emeritus’ short courses, degree programs, professional certificates, and senior executive programs help individuals learn new skills and transform their lives, companies and organizations. Its unique model of state-of-the-art technology, curriculum innovation, and hands-on instruction from senior faculty, mentors and coaches educates more has educated more than 250,000 individuals across 80+ countries. Founded in 2015, Emeritus, part of Eruditus Group, has more than 1,400 employees globally and offices in Mumbai, New Delhi, Shanghai, Singapore, Palo Alto, Mexico City, New York, Boston, London, and Dubai. Emeritus offers a high-quality online learning experience, so you can learn in-demand skills to take your career to the next level. Emeritus has innovated in multiple ways: from curriculum innovation and hands-on instruction, to senior faculty, 100% live online courses, blended programs, and intensive boot camps. You will work closely with a program advisor to find the right online course, certificate or training program to fit your needs. 24/7 support and live Q&A sessions available. They specialise in Management Education, Transformational Learning, Leadership, Digital, Analytics, Innovation, Product Development, Strategy, Edtech, online education, professional certificate programs, upskill, re-skill, education, Learning, and Digital Education The company is valued at $3.2 billion, and is backed by Accel, SoftBank Vision Fund 2, the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, Leeds Illuminate, Prosus Ventures, Sequoia Capital India, and Bertelsmann.

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INTO helps students from around the world achieve their dream of studying overseas at university. We support international students to apply for entry to an undergraduate or graduate degree program, and work with universities to create unique preparation programs designed for those students who don’t yet meet the university’s requirements. So, whether you're eligible to apply for a degree program, or require some additional preparation before your degree, we can help! Our undergraduate and postgraduate pathway programs support students in improving their English and developing their subject-specific academic knowledge. With our support, we’ll help to ensure that you comfortably settle into life in a new country and are ready to succeed in your degree. We've helped thousands of INTO students secure their place on some of the best university courses overseas, and go on to find successful careers. Are you ready to join them? Every year we help thousands of international students from around the world achieve their dream of studying in the UK, US and China. We work with universities to create specialist programs designed specifically for international students. We offer exceptional support services before, during and after your studies with us, so you can concentrate on your success story while we take care of the practicalities. You’re guaranteed a great overseas study experience with INTO. With INTO, it's all about choice. Depending on your chosen study location, you’ll be offered a range of study options, so you can choose what’s right for you. Our US Study Centers are ready to welcome you, with excellent quality on-campus programs. Our UK Study Centers offer flexible learning, with online or on-campus starts available. With programs starting in March or April, you can prepare for your degree in just six months. We have expert support teams that will help you from the moment you apply, including: Enrollment Services Counselors and Student Support Advisors are here to help you before you leave your home country. They will answer general enquiries before you apply, provide you with information about studying abroad with INTO, and help you choose the right course for you. The Student Services team at your INTO Center is responsible for your student experience. This team ensures that you settle into your new home, make friends and have a good social life between studies. You can also enquire about accommodation and visas and receive advice about your welfare. Your teachers understand that it takes time to adjust to living and studying in a new country. They will help you adapt to the new educational system and support you in preparing for university study. Your teachers are experts in their fields – you’ll receive all the guidance and tuition you need to succeed. International Progression and Student Placement Officers at your INTO Center will support you in applying to university. They will work with you to find the perfect university and degree program for your needs and future ambitions, running workshops, counseling sessions and trips to schools. With academic, emotional and practical support from INTO, you'll be able to perform at your best during your studies.

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Wordworks is a South African non-profit organisation that focuses on early language and literacy development in the first eight years of children’s lives. Since 2005 they have worked in under-resourced communities with adults best positioned to positively impact young children’s language and literacy development – parents and caregivers, family and community members, home-visitors, early childhood development practitioners and Grade R to Grade 3 teachers. They are working collaboratively to grow an informed, capable, resourced and motivated network of schools, organisations and institutions that promote the importance of, and work effectively for the improvement of, children’s early language and literacy, through their association with their programmes and materials. Wordworks offers training, resources and support for partners who wish to use their early language and literacy programmes in their own networks. Their programmes all include messaging about the importance of language for literacy development and the need to build children’s home language in the early years as a foundation for the acquisition of a second language. They advocate for children to have access to multilingual, language rich stories and books, as well as meaningful experiences with print. They also know that letter-sound knowledge and phonological awareness are key predictors of whether children learn to read and write, and have developed resources and guidelines to support these important foundations for literacy. Their programmes are based on an emergent literacy perspective and the idea that learning to read and write is a process that happens over time in the context of supportive and responsive relationships. They offer five main programmes, which are used by their network of partners which include preschools, schools, libraries, community organisations, training and resource NGOs, tertiary institutions, education districts and other government departments. Programmes are sustained through ongoing relationships with Wordworks, including refresher training and events, input and guidance, access to resources and opportunities, sharing of learning, and support for programme monitoring and evaluation. They develop, produce and distribute innovative, high quality multilingual materials to support early language and literacy learning. They invest in public education and advocacy, sharing knowledge and ideas to open doors for all children.

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I am a Zambian born, comes from a family of 8 and the youngest of the Mwila’s. My siblings always thought I was spoilt because I was the youngest, but I don’t think so! I was born in a town called Mufulira on the Copper belt side of Zambia in 1981,the Copper belt province is rich with mineral finds and Mines, hence the name. I am Married to Eric and we have a beautiful daughter called Chanda, she is 15 years. I completed my matric in 1999 and my mother advised me to study food production since I loved cooking, I did it for her though it was a course that I never dreamt of studying. I graduated successfully and worked for 2 years as a chef, got tired of cooking, I dodged that career and went into studying computers, worked as a receptionist and studied Human resources at the same time and obtained a diploma. I worked for a courier company as a Human Resources assistant. In 2012, I moved to South Africa, Cape Town when I got married, joined a Mobile Money company called Zoona with operations in Zambia, and I worked there for 5 years as a support agent. Zoona is an African Fintech company founded in 2009 with the vision of helping communities thrive. Since launching, it created over 2,500 jobs in Zambia and Malawi, empowered over 1,000 entrepreneurs to start their own business and allowed them to reach earnings of over $10 million. I enjoyed working for this company because we really helped girl child prevail. Apart from the above, I am a lover of interior designing, and my wish is to have one of the most successful Interior business one day, through my passion for interior, I designed my sister’s Kitchen area, how amazing!!! I love cooking and baking (especially Cake pops), they are my favorites!!! I love adventure, gardening and working out too, I am a gym freak. Most importantly, I love spending time with my loved ones. I reflect a varied personality, including ambition, and the qualities of generosity and thoughtfulness. I am also a well determined and vigorous individual, and yet calm. I encourage fighting for what you desire and believe in and doing it through God because nothing great comes easy. I believe mindfulness in the workplace is key to success. Having worked in Customer care I have gained extensive experience in; Empathy, Adaptability, Ability to Use Positive Language, Clear Communication Skills, Self-Control, Taking Responsibility and Patience.

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I have four passions in life. My sport, family, work and God. Each I pursue with dogged determination to be better and to excel. The greatest blessing and experience in life is the privilege of life is having a loving and supporting wife and incredible children. My relationship with each of them is treasured above all. I am blessed in that I am healthy, enjoy the blessing of life and am extremely active. I am thrilled to be able to compete on the international stage for home and country. Success therein is just a cherry on top. Career and work has been an incredible experience. Knowing what I wanted to be early in high school and achieving such has brought about economic emancipation and a lifestyle I could only dream about as a little boy. I bask in the success and abilities given to me and the blessing poured out in great abundance.

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Girls Who Code is an international non-profit organization working to close the gender gap in technology and change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. With their 7-week Summer Immersion Program, after school Clubs, College Loops program and New York Times best-selling series, they are leading the movement to inspire, educate, and equip young women with the computing skills to pursue 21st-century opportunities. Girls Who Code has reached 300,000 girls around the world. Girls Who Code values diversity, equity and inclusion as essential to their mission. They focus their work not only on gender diversity but also on young women who are historically underrepresented in computer science fields. They offer clubs for students to explore coding in a fun & friendly environment, a wide range of programs aimed at supporting college-aged students and early career professionals (18-25) in persisting in their computer science education and succeeding in their first internships and jobs, and a virtual summer program for high school students to learn coding and make an impact in their community while preparing for a career in tech.

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Esade es una institución académica global integrada por una Business School, una Law School y un área de Executive Education. Esta institución es conocida por la calidad de su educación, su visión internacional y un enfoque claro en el desarrollo holístico de la persona. Esade aplica un modelo de aprendizaje propio e innovador, basado en la interiorización de valores y el desarrollo de competencias profesionales y directivas. El equipo de profesores está siempre en la búsqueda de generar nuevo conocimiento que contribuya a mejorar la dinámica de las organizaciones, la empresa y la práctica jurídica. Además, la institución pone a disposición una plataforma de encuentro y debate con el propósito de contribuir a la mejora de la sociedad. La actividad educativa que se desarrolla en Esade se configura como un sistema de doble vía, en el que profesorado y estudiantes co-construyen y comparten responsabilidades sobre el proceso de aprendizaje, reproduciendo la complejidad de los entornos profesionales y directivos a los que en su día deberá hacerse frente. El profesorado continúa desempeñando un rol estratégico, en primer lugar, asegurando la calidad de las fuentes de conocimiento y aportando conocimientos frontera desde la investigación; en segundo lugar, ofreciendo las claves para analizar las posibles soluciones a los retos de aprendizaje planteados, así como las condiciones que las hacen más efectivas; y, finalmente, guiando a los estudiantes en la transferencia de lo aprendido a nuevas situaciones de aprendizaje. En Esade la metodología de enseñanza es denominada “Student first” que comprende los siguientes aspectos: Va de la información al conocimiento. El énfasis pasa de transmitir información a crear meta-conocimiento aplicable al análisis de realidades concretas y el profesorado pone a prueba a sus estudiantes, que consolidan sus aprendizajes con base en retos y proyectos orientados a la acción. Los conceptos básicos se trabajan con anterioridad a las sesiones presenciales. Se utilizan formatos online, lecturas, videos y pruebas que confirman la adquisición de los conceptos básicos necesarios y permiten asistir a clase; el aula es para clarificar, profundizar, aplicar y contrastar perspectivas. Las plataformas y contenidos digitales adquieren un peso fundamental en el proceso. Estos recursos permiten trasladar fuera del aula una parte importante del aprendizaje individual, de las interacciones entre profesores y estudiantes, e incluso de la misma evaluación de los aprendizajes. Se aprende en modo "gran angular" saltando las barreras de las disciplinas académicas. El mundo no es un puzzle de asignaturas diseñadas por profesorado desde sus respectivos silos de conocimiento. Es una realidad compleja que hay que aprender a entender y manejar de un modo multidisciplinar.

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Fab Lab Barcelona was the first Fab Lab funded in the European Union in 2007 and is a benchmark in the powerful network of over 1800 Fab Labs in over 100 countries. We produce world-leading research and innovation based around the digital fabrication laboratory which is located at our heart. The Fab Lab Barcelona building, which was a former ceramics factory, is a laboratory for ideas. They use their digital fabrication facilities to prototype, fabricate and test these ideas in the real world as research, education and innovation. Including 18 European Research projects since 2014. They are a world leader of programs for the future of education. Fab Lab Barcelona was one of the first locations of the global distributed education program, Fab Academy. The global program of 65 locations is now coordinated from Fab Lab Barcelona. In 2018, The Master of Design for Emergent Futures was launched by IAAC and ELISAVA, co-directed and curated by Fab Lab Barcelona. As part of the transition into Industry 4.0 and leading the Fab City initiative, Fab Lab Barcelona focuses on the human-scale and the everyday experience; identifying opportunities in rising trends across seven strategic areas of expertise. El Fab Lab Barcelona es un centro de producción e investigación en tecnologías avanzadas de fabricación digital, y sus aplicaciones en ámbitos del diseño, la arquitectura, la computación física y la sostenibilidad, para la intervención en la realidad física y digital. Ubicado en el Instituto de Arquitectura Avanzada de Cataluña (IAAC) en la ciudad de Barcelona, el Fab Lab sirve como plataforma tecnológica para diferentes programas educativos y de investigación que impulsa el IAAC, conjuntamente con otras instituciones a nivel mundial como el Centro de Bits y Atomos del Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Dentro del Fab Lab Bcn se aplican tecnologías avanzadas de producción y fabricación en proyectos de investigación y desarrollo. Además, ofrece programas educativos propios que permitan a estudiantes, profesionales y publico en general, obtener instrucción en el uso y aplicación de la fabricación digital a nivel local. El Fab Lab Barcelona quiere convertirse en un centro de fabricación local, donde el usuario o consumidor pueda ser productor de sus propios diseños y objetos.

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DSA Study Maps è la pagina di un sito web dove si possono trovare e scaricare migliaia di mappe concettuali per le superiori. Siamo due fratelli. Giuseppe Cipolla, (studente di Psicologia) e Pietrosilvio Cipolla (studente di Giurisprudenza). Durante i mesi di forzata permanenza in casa, abbiamo approfittato per caricare sul web tutto il materiale prodotto durante i nostri anni di studio. Speriamo possa essere d’aiuto a tutti i ragazzi DSA/BES e non. Mappe concettuali parlanti, migliaia di mappe concettuali animate che spiegano in maniera sintetica e chiara i concetti chiave e importanti da memorizzare. Gli argomenti trattati sono relativi alle materie scolastiche: Italiano - Grammatica - Storia - Letteratura latina - Letteratura inglese - Filosofia - Scienze -Biologia - Genetica - Chimica - Corpo umano - Geologia -Geografia astronomica - Storia dell'arte ecc. Le mappe concettuali in formato jpeg potete trovarle e scaricarle dal sito. DSA Study Maps is the page of a website where you can find and download thousands of concept maps for high school. We are two brothers, Giuseppe Cipolla, (student of Psychology) and Pietrosilvio Cipolla (student of Law). During the months of forced stay at home, we took the opportunity to upload all the material produced during our years of study to the web. We hope it will be of help to all SLD / BES and non-SLD kids. Talking concept maps, thousands of animated concept maps that briefly and clearly explain the key and important concepts to be memorized. The topics covered are related to school subjects: Italian - Grammar - History - Latin literature - English literature - Philosophy - Science - Biology - Genetics - Chemistry - Human body - Geology - Astronomical geography - History of art etc. Concept maps in jpeg format can be found and downloaded from the site.

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FutureLearn is a global learning platform with a mission to transform access to education by offering the best online courses from the world's leading universities and brands. People can participate in the courses for free, or in the upgrade or unlimited modalities that allow them to enjoy greater benefits in planning and carrying out any of the courses. From microcredentials to ExpertTracks and short courses, they offer accredited and unaccredited world-class education that is 100% online, on-demand, and social. Their courses allow learners to unlock highly skilled new career paths, and empower themselves to change the world. In FutureLearn you can learn anything. Whether you want to develop as a professional or discover a new hobby, there's an online course for that. You can even take your learning further with online programs and degrees. Furthermore, it is possible to join millions of people from around the world learning together. Online learning is as easy and natural as chatting with a group of friends. This platform give you the opportunity to learn with experts in an easy and accessibly way. You can meet educators from top universities and cultural institutions, who'll share their experience through videos, articles, quizzes and discussions. To use FutureLearn you only have to register and pick a course. Browse their course list to find something that you’d like to learn about. They have courses in a diverse range of subjects and are always adding more. Courses vary in length. Most are six to ten weeks long, but they also have some shorter two and three-week courses. Once the course begins, a link will appear on your courses' dashboard. This will take you to the course ‘To do’ list, which will show you what to do next. FutureLearn courses are divided into weeks. These contain various activities that you should aim to complete within the week, each one built from a sequence of straightforward steps, to help you learn. Each week is given a descriptive name, so you always know what’s expected, and you can even navigate between them, to see what’s coming up, or catch up from the beginning if you’re late starting. In FutureLearn you can find social learners' community that enjoy learning together. With each course, they empower and inspire their learners, partners, and their selves to develop through the power of lifelong learning.

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Jakes Gerwel Fellowship is a full university scholarship that provides extensive mentoring and leadership development for top learners with a passion for teaching and education. At the heart of what we do is nurturing expert teachers who embrace innovation and can lead the kind of change that our educational sector so desperately requires. In short, we want to make the strongest possible case and provide the greatest possible support for our best students to become our best teachers. Founded in 2017, Jakes Gerwel Fellowship is fully funded by Allan Gray Orbis Foundation Endowment Teaching Initiative. Our beneficiaries start their university studies at either the University of Cape Town or the University of Pretoria. The supported degree streams include a Bachelor of Arts, Science or Commerce. In addition to their academic studies, students benefit from a world-class Fellowship programme that provides access to personal coaches, mentors and expert teachers, along with elective activities. After completing their 3-year degree, students qualify as high school teachers through a PGCE and then enter a 2-year induction phase as they are placed in partner schools as newly qualified teachers. Ongoing support and development will continue to be offered through communities of practice. There are three entry points into the Jakes Gerwel Fellowship. Grade 12 and 1st year level students can apply as part of the undergraduate intake. Alternatively, final year students can apply for to be part of the PGCE intake. Jakes Gerwel Fellowship is named to honour the high impact legacy of Professor Jakes Gerwel, a teacher and educational leader who was one of President Mandela’s closest confidants.

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Robert Kennedy College Zürich is a private educational institution in Zürich, Switzerland, founded in 1998. The College pioneered Swiss quality online learning; we offer rigorous but flexible learning programmes, enhanced by state of the art online e-learning technology that has been developed entirely in-house. Robert Kennedy College Zürich offers BA, MBA, LLM and M.Sc. programmes in exclusive partnership with the University of Cumbria, the University of Salford and York St John University. Our instructors are graduates from some of the best universities worldwide, and with over 7,000 students from 130 different countries, we are a truly international establishment. Our programmes combine Swiss Quality Education with British Tradition, 100% Online. At RKC, you are not just a student number. You are part of our online learning community, engaged with faculty members and other students. Together, We are a Team. An overriding objective of this team is to enable us to consistently improve the quality of education - your education. In our commitment to providing state-of-the-art services to students, we use cutting-edge software that is tailor-made for online course delivery. OnlineCampus is an all-encompassing interactive and easy-to-use software which makes studying online a truly enjoyable experience. Our courses are held in partnership with the University of Cumbria, the University of Salford and York St John University and are Recognised Worldwide.

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The Healing Chronicles Of Henry Jones offers you a unique and exclusive range of healing and wellness courses. These 'Challenges' can be done online and offline. We specialize in natural and holistic self-healing modalities. You can do the Challenges on your own at home, in a group, or with private coaching. We provide you with all the essential information you need, plus the tools, training and support. We strive to live in harmony with Mother Nature, abide by the natural laws, and be our true-selves because we know this is the pathway to love and peace on earth for all mankind and every living creature. Our mission is to inspire, educate, and enable people to heal themselves and enjoy radiant health and vitality every day of their lives through our exclusive range of books, programs, courses, classes, and seminars. We strive to live in harmony with Mother Nature, abide by the natural laws, and be our true-selves because we know this is the pathway to love and peace on earth for all mankind and every living creature. Our goal is to make affordable and accessible educational content that truly helps people to be healthy and happy. The Henry Jones Chronicles courses are a product of Peter's book. The Healing Chronicles of Henry Jones is a one-of-a-kind self-help novel that reveals the secrets of self-healing. The author Peter Stephen Shrimpton was diagnosed with cancer at the age of thirty-three. Life as he knew it came to a grinding halt. He suddenly realized nothing is more important than health. Money, possessions, career, people - even love - are not more essential than wellness. Peter's priorities shifted to getting well, and staying well. He needed to understand why he got sick in the first place, and then what he could do to restore his body to perfect health. What he discovered will astound you...

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I'm the family person, hard-working woman, a mom of a handsome boy, adventures and a God fearing woman. I worked at the Department of Health as an Administration Clerk for 5 years. We've opened an N.P.O Youth Initiative. We are developing youth in programs such as soccer, reading and our culture. We conduct awareness campaigns about the dangers of drugs and alcohol. We facilitate the formation of support groups. And I have passion in farming. We started poultry farming and rabbits and we are selling the eggs in our community. I've done short course in Financial Management at University of Forte at PFMA.

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The college which would become the University of Chester was founded in 1839 by such pioneers as the 19th-century prime ministers William Gladstone and the Earl of Derby, and a future Archbishop of Canterbury. The institution's original buildings were the first in the country to be purpose-built for the professional training of teachers. The first cohort of 10 male student teachers had been taught in temporary premises in Nicholas Street from February 1840, until increasing student numbers led to a move to further temporary accommodation in Bridge Street later that year. The need for a permanent site led the Dean and Chapter of Chester Cathedral to donate land adjacent to Parkgate Road, and the new facilities were opened in 1842 for the 50 student teachers and their school pupils. The Parkgate Road Campus has subsequently been developed to accommodate the needs of students, and the University still provides higher education in this location and at other sites in the city and beyond. Education qualifications remain significant and are now a fraction of the 420 course combinations on offer. In the 20th Century, the institution steadily expanded its student numbers and the variety and nature of its courses, which range from Animation to Zoo Management. The University of Chester now has over 1,700 staff and some 20,000 students, drawn from the United Kingdom, Europe and further afield, particularly from the United States, India, China, Nigeria, Turkey, Uganda, Pakistan, Ghana, Bangladesh, Qatar, Indonesia, Vietnam, Japan, Sri Lanka and Malaysia. MPhil and PhD qualifications are an established and growing area of activity, with the University gaining the powers to award its own research degrees in 2007. The emphasis is very much on research that has practical benefits both economically and culturally, and the University provides consultancy support across a variety of areas of expertise. Recent projects have included helping to develop England’s first ‘carbon-neutral’ village, discovering a vitamin compound which reduces the risk of heart disease and dementia, translating the Bible into British Sign Language, and research into understanding the psychological impact of cancer to improve wellbeing and quality of life for patients and their families. Development of well-respected courses in Health and Social Care, Humanities, Business and Management, Arts and Media, Social Sciences, Science and Engineering, Medicine, Dentistry and Clinical Sciences, and Education and Children’s Services has further extended the University’s work and connections with industry, commerce and the professions. Many millions of pounds are continually invested in the accommodation and resources to enhance the student experience, and there is a strong focus on making students feel supported and at home.

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ELEInternacional es una escuela online de formación para profesores de Español como Lengua Extranjera (ELE). El proyecto surgió con la intención de ofrecer a los profesores de español un espacio en el que pudieran adquirir una formación detallada sobre las necesidades de los alumnos y herramientas útiles para afrontar la realidad del aula. El enfoque de todos los cursos está orientado a la formación práctica con la que a los fundadores, quienes también son profesores de ELE, les habría gustado contar cuando empezaron, por lo que su filosofía se basa en una formación de profes para profes. En ELEInternacional ofrecen cursos certificados de formación online para profesores de ELE que necesitan ampliar o renovar sus conocimientos para dar clases de español. Los cursos universitarios, de 150 horas, están certificados por la Universidad Europea Miguel de Cervantes (UEMC) y son: - Curso de enseñanza de ELE general. - Curso de enseñanza de ELE a niños y adolescentes. - Curso de enseñanza de español en línea. También se encuentran disponibles cursos propios de formación de 50 horas y cursos universitarios de actualización docente de 15 horas de duración. La plataforma está diseñada para que los estudiantes puedan acceder de forma directa a cada uno de los cursos en los que se encuentren registrados y realizar las actividades de cada módulo a su propio ritmo, que luego serán revisadas por el tutor asignado. Con el objetivo de que cada participante pueda adquirir todas las herramientas que necesite para desenvolverse como profesor de ELE, también está a disposición de los estudiantes el respaldo de todo el equipo docente durante todo el proceso de aprendizaje. Al finalizar el curso de forma exitosa, el estudiante puede solicitar un certificado emitido por la Universidad Europea Miguel de Cervantes. Actualmente, ELEInternacional ya ha formado a más de 11.500 profesores y tienen alumnos que se forman online desde todas partes del mundo, lo que los convierte en una de las escuelas online de referencia en el mundo ELE.

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Genially es una herramienta online, disponible desde 2015, que ofrece una amplia versatilidad para crear todo tipo de contenidos interactivos. La misión del equipo de trabajo es hacer posible que todo el mundo pueda crear contenidos visuales e interactivos de forma rápida y sencilla. Esta es la razón por la que trabajan por convertir al contenido interactivo en un formato de uso diario, tanto como dar los buenos días o mirar antes de cruzar. El acceso a esta plataforma puede ser de individual o por equipo de trabajo, en el cual se pueden realizar presentaciones, infografías, gamificaciones, imágenes interactivas y prácticamente cualquier tipo de material interactivo. Con más de 3000 plantillas realizadas por diseñadores profesionales y muchas otras reutilizables, que han sido creadas y compartidas por usuarios, el editor de Genially es un espacio de trabajo en el que te sientes como pez en el agua. No tienes que descargar nada, es online y muy fácil de usar. Las herramientas avanzadas y los recursos te ayudan a crear contenidos interactivos en poco tiempo. Además, es posible integrar tu trabajo en Genially con otras plataformas digitales, tales como Google Drive, para que utilices todos los recursos que necesites en tu presentación. Para acceder a esta plataforma solo es necesario registrarse en alguno de los planes disponibles, entre los que se encuentra una opción freemium, que permite que cualquier persona pueda utilizar la versión gratuita de la herramienta por tiempo ilimitado, o bien adquirir uno de los planes premium para usar todas las características avanzadas. Los creadores de Genially afirman que el implemento de la tecnología en la creación de contenido mejora la receptividad de la audiencia durante una presentación. Esto se debe a que es posible conseguir que las personas presten más atención gracias un alto componente visual, más participación debido a la interactividad que permite la plataforma, así como conseguir presentaciones memorables que sorprenden y son fáciles de recordar. Además del software de edición, Genially también cuenta con una Academia online para que todos los usuarios aprendan a sacar el mayor provecho de esta herramienta, lo que permite que pueda ser usada por empresas, estudiantes, profesores, e incluso, diseñadores. Genially is an online tool, available since 2015, that offers wide versatility to create all kinds of interactive content. The mission of their team is to make it possible for everyone to create visual and interactive content quickly and easily. This is why they work to make interactive content a format for everyday use, much like saying good morning or looking before crossing. The workspace can be used by individuals or teamworks, in which presentations, infographics, gamification, interactive images and practically any type of interactive material can be made. With over 3000 templates made by professional designers, and many other reusable ones, that have been created and shared by users, the Genially editor is a workspace where you feel at home. You don’t have to download anything; it’s online and easy to use. Advanced tools and resources help you create interactive content quickly. In addition, it is possible to integrate your work in Genially with other digital platforms, such as Google Drive, so that you can use all the resources you need in your presentation. To access this platform, it is only necessary to register into one of the available plans, among which there is a freemium option, which allows anyone to use a free version of the tool for a unlimited time, or purchase one of the premium plans to access the advanced features. The creators of Genially claim that the implementation of technology in content creation improves the receptivity of the audience during a presentation. This is because it allows to get people to pay more attention thanks to a highly visual component, more participation due to the interactivity that the platform allows, as well as to achieve memorable presentations that surprise and are easy to remember. In addition to the editing software, Genially also has an online Academy for all users to learn how to get the most out of this tool, which allows it to be used by companies, students, teachers, and even designers. Design creative presentations with Genially, the free online tool with thousands of templates to fit any theme. The result? The most effective presentations with interactivity and animation that attract better than a magnet.

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Born in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo and I am currently living in South Africa at Cape Town for seven years. I am single from now and busy shaping my programming skills and IT knowledge at Cape Peninsula university of technology (CPUT). I am a software developer, I am always keen to discover and learn about new technology and invention in IT world, I have a good understanding of programming languages, internet cloud services and Desktop support CompTIA A+. I am a self-motivated person, reliable, determined, very skilful in communication, fast learner with an open mind to expose myself into new world and concept. Live is a journey about challenges and discovering that’s why I am always ready to face new challenge in technology and software world. I really like to play guitar and read books about science and others because knowledge for me is one of the keys to open doors, make a difference and discovering new area in live.

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My name is Noxolo Femele and I'm 42 years of age and I have 2 kids girls age 17 and 13 years of age. I worked for 43 Air School as a receptionist for 5 year and whileI was there I used to help out at the Admin area and at Marketing department, and that had lead me on having the interes on becoming 1 of the Managers but unfortunately we got retrenched. And I went and work at Lendcor group as a Sales consultant for 1 year 6 months same we got retrenched. That's where I decided to start my small business just to put food on the table until now but things are not going well due to covid19.

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I am a God fearing individual, and I’m also a father to two beautiful kids, a boy and a girl. I worked for Tekkie Town as a Sales Assistant, and I was chosen as the best Sales person for the entire Mpumalanga province. I also worked for the Department of agriculture as a Data capture. I have a passion for sports, football is one of my favourites and one day I wish I can own a soccer team. While I was in high school, I always wanted to be a lawyer, but due to financial constraints, I could not become one. My interest in the justice system came when I realised that the late former president Mr Nelson Mandela was also a lawyer representing his people. I wish one day I could give back to my community and its people because my community gave us the likes of the late Steve Bantu Biko, one of the BCM Members who fought for the people of South Africa. My community is one of the underdeveloped communities of this country, but I know that one day all of this will change because I know that with education anything is possible. When a child is educated, communities will change for the better and if one community changes, then our country will change for the better as well and poverty will be no more. Education topped with one’s perseverance is the key to a bright future for all. With this pandemic people have lost their jobs and in some households you find that no one is working and people resort to drugs and alcohol, some get depressed to a point of taking their own lives. If we can start developing jobs for people, our continent would become a better place for us all. Being part of an initiative that supports the empowerment of those less privileged is one of my greatest wishes. I will be glad if all my wishes do come through because nothing is as important as education and hard work, and an educated country means a better world for us all.

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I am Elnet Girly Ndlovu. I am 29 years old. I was born and raised in Mpumalanga, South Africa. I graduated from high school in the year 2012 and am currently studying for a higher certificate in economics and management sciences through the university of South Africa. I have also obtained a certificate in business administration and Computer literacy, of which I seek to study further to do entrepreneurship. I began my career as a customer service representative in 2014. Naturally, I have a growth mindset that enables me to grow and to help me by learning from mistakes to improve myself continually. I am kind, loving, caring and a person who is full of empathy often. I am a go-getter, positive, bubbly person who loves a positive fun filled environment. I am self-motivated and also enjoy motivating my team members. I work well in a team or individually. I am passionate about education, uplifting others, entrepreneurship and making a better society for the future generation to come while walking the journey of self-discovery I have more than four years experience in customer service and administration combined with a demonstrated history of working in the information technology and services industry. Skilled in Administrative Assistance, Meeting Scheduling, Executive Support. I have excellent interpersonal skills, I am also a fast learner and adapt quickly to a new environment My hobbies are reading books, listening to music, walking and learning new things.

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En sus quinientos años de historia desde su fundación como Colegio de Santa María de Jesús a comienzos del siglo XVI, la Universidad de Sevilla ha atravesado diferentes etapas. En ellas hay momentos, como la crisis del siglo XIX o la Guerra Civil y posterior dictadura franquista, que han destacado por la dificultad para ejercer la docencia. No obstante, son mayores los periodos positivos de la US, en los que ha logrado posicionarse como universidad de referencia en todas sus funciones y afrontar con éxito la adaptación al Espacio Europeo de Educación Superior. Durante el siglo XVI (1505), el Papa Julio II otorgó al Colegio la facultad de impartir grados en Teología, Filosofía, Derecho, Medicina y Artes. Sin embargo, no fue hasta 1551 cuando el Concejo de la ciudad distinguió a la fundación creada por el Arcediano Maese Rodrigo Fernández de Santaella como Universidad Oficial. El Plan de Estudios de Olavide, de 1768, significó la materialización de la Reforma Ilustrada para la Universidad de Sevilla. Es en este momento cuando nace la idea de la Universidad como servicio público y se imparten enseñanzas como las Matemáticas, propias de la preocupación de la época por los estudios de las materias de ciencia. Esta etapa supuso el origen de la concepción de la universidad moderna, aunque este modelo no se consolidó hasta el siglo XIX. A lo largo del siglo XIX la situación de la enseñanza en España sufrió una profunda crisis, fruto del enfrentamiento entre los intereses conservadores y liberales por el control sobre la cultura y la educación. Durante este periodo se pone en marcha el llamado Plan Pidal de 1845, que somete a todas las universidades a un mismo ordenamiento jurídico. Se culmina entonces el proceso de centralización y la pérdida definitiva de las antiguas autonomías. Aun así, poco después se pondría fin al acuerdo, ya que en 1851, con la firma del Concordato con la Santa Sede, se devuelve la enseñanza al dominio eclesiástico. Más adelante, con la Revolución de 1868, se declara libre el ejercicio de la enseñanza en todos los niveles educativos y se suprimen las asignaturas de Doctrina Cristiana, Historia Sagrada, Religión, Moral Cristiana, etcétera. Los intentos progresistas quedaron frenados debido a la Guerra Civil y la posterior dictadura franquista. En concreto, se pone en marcha la Ley de Ordenación Universitaria de 1943, que pese a contemplar un cierto deseo de autonomía significó un férreo control ministerial e ideológico. En 1948 la Universidad trasladó su sede a la antigua Real Fábrica de Tabacos, un magnífico edificio trazado por el ingeniero Van der Beer en el reinado de Fernando VI. En la actualidad, este edificio sigue alojando el Rectorado y las facultades de Geografía e Historia y de Filología. También en este siglo, durante la década de los sesenta, se crearon las Escuelas Técnicas Superiores de Arquitectura e Ingenieros Industriales. En la década siguiente se fundaron los estudios de Económicas y Farmacia; se dividió la Facultad de Ciencias, que dio lugar a las facultades de Biología, Física, Matemáticas y Química, y se creó el Colegio Universitario de la Rábida. La implantación de nuevos estudios vino acompañada por la descentralización geográfica de la Universidad, mediante la apertura de sedes en las provincias de Badajoz, Cádiz y Córdoba, de las que posteriormente surgirán las actuales Universidades. Con la llegada de la democracia, la Constitución de 1978 revisa el tradicional régimen centralista de la Universidad española, reconociendo la autonomía de las Universidades. Al mismo tiempo, la nueva organización territorial del Estado ha supuesto una distribución de competencias universitarias entre los distintos poderes públicos. Gracias a la Ley de Reforma Universitaria (L.R.U.) aprobada en 1983, se consagra la autonomía universitaria como un derecho fundamental. Esta norma-marco contempló la Universidad como un servicio público referido a los intereses generales, garantizando la participación en su gobierno de las diversas fuerzas sociales. La Declaración de Bolonia sienta las bases para la construcción de un Espacio Europeo de Educación Superior, que se organiza alrededor de los principios de calidad, movilidad, diversidad y competitividad. Este plan se orienta hacia la consecución de dos objetivos estratégicos: incrementar el empleo en la Unión Europea y la conversión del sistema Europeo de Formación Superior en un polo de atracción para estudiantes y profesores de otras partes del mundo. Todas las titulaciones de la Universidad de Sevilla están adaptadas al Espacio Europeo de Educación Superior y todas han obtenido la acreditación de las agencias nacionales y autonómicas, que avala un alto grado de calidad. Asimismo, en el año de la plena convergencia con la Europa del Conocimiento, la Universidad de Sevilla fue reconocida como Campus de Excelencia Internacional. En la actualidad, la Universidad de Sevilla ha puesto en marcha un Plan Estratégico con el que se sientan las bases para una institución más abierta, flexible, innovadora, inteligente e integrada en la ciudad. Durante toda su historia la Universidad de Sevilla ha logrado custodiar un amplio patrimonio de carácter artístico formado por más de 5.000 mil piezas, que están a disposición de los investigadores y forman parte del entorno universitario y de la ciudad. Forman parte de él magníficas colecciones arqueológicas y numismáticas, piezas del siglo XVI, dibujos académicos de los siglos XVIII y XIX o una riquísima colección fotográfica. También hay que destacar su patrimonio bibliográfico y documental, compuesto por 332 incunables y numerosas piezas de material científico.

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La Universidad Nebrija mantiene desde su creación los valores diferenciadores de su modelo educativo, basados en la docencia de calidad y en la investigación como creación de conocimiento, con la formación integral en capacidades, competencias y habilidades de todos sus alumnos. Estos son principios clave para conseguir el desarrollo del talento individual y las mejores oportunidades de integración profesional. Nuestra filosofía es aprender haciendo, lo que se convierte en una experiencia universitaria única. Una experiencia vital en la transformación del estudiante hacia el conocimiento global, para protagonizar y liderar los cambios en los que está inmerso. El estudiante “Nebrija” se centra en la construcción del propio conocimiento para los desafíos importantes de la vida. Y un compromiso firme entre la Universidad y las empresas para el desarrollo de la formación en competencias profesionales, que garantiza prácticas de calidad al estudiante, para que se incorpore con su ambición de crecer vital e intelectualmente durante su etapa universitaria. El Patronato de la Universidad Nebrija y los Consejos Académicos, formados por relevantes personalidades, vinculan su saber y su prestigio a los programas de estudio e investigación. Los estudiantes de esta Universidad Nebrija saben articular plenamente sus conocimientos y capacidades con la sociedad nacional e internacional en la que desarrollarán sus habilidades profesionales. El Campus de Madrid-Princesa es un conjunto de edificios históricos del Ejército construido en el año 1906 que albergó su Archivo Histórico. Se ha consolidado como el campus principal de la Universidad, se ha transformado y modernizado adaptándose a las necesidades docentes. Actualmente se imparten los estudios pertenecientes a la Facultad de Lenguas y Educación, Facultad de Comunicación y Artes, Facultad de Ciencias Sociales y la Escuela Politécnica Superior. El campus está compuesto por cuatro edificios conectados entre sí y en total se dispone de 8.321 metros cuadrados. El Campus de Ciencias de la Vida en La Berzosa se halla ubicado en el entorno natural de la localidad madrileña de Hoyo de Manzanares. Sus edificios centenarios han sido rehabilitados para ofrecer laboratorios y aulas dotadas con equipamiento puntero. El campus está constituido por cuatro edificios docentes y un edificio principal, antigua residencia de los Ruiz-Giménez y actual sede del Rectorado. En este campus se imparte los títulos adscritos a la Facultad de Ciencias de la Vida y de la Naturaleza. El Edificio Joaquín María López es la sede de los Institutos Nebrija. En él se imparten los Ciclos Formativos de Grado Superior, las asignaturas transversales del Instituto de Competencias Profesionales y las asignaturas del Instituto de Lenguas Modernas. Alberga también los programas de intercambio internacional para impartición del español como lengua extranjera. El Centro Universitario San Rafael-Nebrija se ubica dentro del recinto del Hospital San Rafael. Todo el complejo está situado en la privilegiada zona de Concha Espina, muy próxima al estadio Santiago Bernabéu. Es un edificio de nueva construcción que cuenta con las instalaciones propias de una moderna institución universitaria con una avanzada dotación tecnológica para la docencia. El Campus tecnológico de la Universidad Nebrija, se encuentra ubicado en el barrio de Ciudad Universitaria, junto al Parque de la Dehesa de la Villa.

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La Universidad Europea Miguel de Cervantes cuenta con una oferta formativa de 17 Grados Oficiales, 5 Dobles Grados, 5 Grados Internacionales, 12 Másteres Oficiales y un programa de Doctorado de gran futuro profesional. En todos ellos se desarrolla una enseñanza de calidad orientada al estudiante basada en una formación y atención personalizadas. La Universidad Europea Miguel de Cervantes es una universidad privada, joven y dinámica que desarrolla una enseñanza de calidad orientada al estudiante y sustentada en la atención personalizada, los grupos reducidos y las prácticas en empresas. Igualmente, la labor investigadora centra sus esfuerzos en materializar los avances científicos, socioeconómicos y medioambientales de nuestro entorno. Fundada en el año 2002 (BOCyL 24/06/02 y BOE 05/07/02), la UEMC cuenta actualmente en su campus de Valladolid con más de 4.500 Estudiantes, 400 Profesores e Investigadores y Personal de Administración y Servicios y cuenta con una oferta formativa de 17 Grados Oficiales, 5 Dobles Grados, 5 Grados Internacionales y 12 Másteres Oficiales y numerosos estudios de Posgrado. Igualmente, pone en marcha diversas actividades de Extensión Universitaria (Congresos, Jornadas, etc.), Formación Complementaria y Cursos de Español para Extranjeros. El campus de la UEMC dispone de completas y modernas instalaciones al servicio de los estudiantes, profesores e investigadores: Laboratorios de Informática, Estudio de Radio, Plató de Producción de Cine y TV, Sala de Realización, Salas de Edición y Postproducción, Laboratorio y Estudio de Fotografía, Gimnasio, Sala de Musculación, Clínica Universitaria, Sala de Fantomas, Laboratorio de Anatomía y Fisiología, de Biología Molecular, de Química, Cafetería-Comedor, Biblioteca y Sala de Lectura, Salón de Actos y Salón de Grados.

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La Escuela Andaluza de Salud Pública se crea por acuerdo de gobierno el 2 de mayo de 1985. Se constituye como empresa pública, con carácter de sociedad anónima y capital fundacional íntegro de la Junta de Andalucía. Se inaugura el 19 de julio de 1985 quedando adscrita a la Consejería de Salud y Familias. Los órganos de dirección son la Junta General de Accionistas, el Consejo de Administración, y el Consejo de Dirección encabezado por el Director de la EASP. Es centro colaborador de la Organización Mundial de la Salud y de la Organización Panamericana de la Salud. Es miembro de las principales asociaciones internacionales de escuelas de salud pública y de gestión sanitaria tanto en Europa como en Latinoamérica: EHMA (European Health Management Association), ASPHER (Association of School of Public Health in the European Region) y ALAESP (Asociación Latinoamericana de Escuelas de Salud Pública). Desde 1988 existe un acuerdo con la Universidad de Granada por el que esta reconoce como propios cursos Máster y Expertos impartidos por la EASP. Gran número de instituciones y universidades nacionales y de otros países mantienen también convenios de colaboración con la EASP. Sus principales clientes en la comunidad autónoma andaluza son la Consejería de Salud y Familias y el Servicio Andaluz de Salud. La Escuela trabaja también para sociedades profesionales, hospitales y servicios regionales de salud de toda España así como para terceros países a través de proyectos de la Unión Europea, la Organización Panamericana de la Salud y el Banco Mundial. En la Escuela se integran, a través de sus proyectos de Docencia, Consultoría e Investigación, los enfoques de salud pública y de gestión, a través de los cuales: Genera nuevos conocimientos y los disemina entre los miembros de las organizaciones sanitarias. Desarrolla un proceso continuo de actualización del conocimiento en respuesta a las variaciones en las demandas sociales y a la evolución de los sistemas sanitarios. Identifica los conocimientos relevantes existentes en las organizaciones y los flujos de información necesarios para su transmisión. Crea espacios de intercambio y circulación de la información y facilita la transferencia entre las personas que la necesitan y las que la generan. Materializa el conocimiento creando productos, servicios y sistemas e implementándolos en las organizaciones.

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La historia de la Universidad Autónoma de Madrid ha estado jalonada de grandes nombres de las ciencias y las letras. La UAM nace en 1968, junto a la de Barcelona y la del Bilbao, con un rasgo distintivo que la convierte en un centro de educación superior muy diferente a los existentes en ese momento en España: una unión plena de docencia e investigación, en la que las enseñanzas teórica y experimental van siempre de la mano en todas las ramas del conocimiento. Con este espíritu, el nuevo espacio universitario movilizó desde sus inicios a un gran número de profesores y profesoras con trayectorias de enorme solvencia. Las clases comenzaron el 24 de octubre de 1968, con 1.173 alumnos matriculados y 60 docentes. En un principio, la UAM se creó con cinco facultades: Derecho, Filosofía y Letras, Ciencias Políticas, Económicas y Comerciales; Ciencias y Medicina. Al no contar con un campus propio, los primeros cursos se impartieron en distintas ubicaciones de Madrid. El 9 de noviembre de 1970 se inauguró la nueva Facultad de Medicina en el entorno de la ciudad sanitaria La Paz, estrenando con ello un nuevo sistema de enseñanza basado en la integración de la teoría y la práctica clínica en hospitales públicos. Un año después se inauguró el Campus de Cantoblanco, con las facultades de Filosofía y Letras, Derecho, Ciencias Económicas y Empresariales y Ciencias; a las que se sumarían la Facultad de Formación de Profesorado y la Escuela Politécnica Superior. El modelo de campus se inspiró en las universidades norteamericanas: alejado de la ciudad y con amplias zonas verdes. El Campus de Cantoblanco nació con la vocación de facilitar una experiencia de vida universitaria completa, que incluyese no solo actividades académicas y de investigación, sino también todo tipo de servicios (servicio médico, biblioteca central, comedor, polideportivo, guardería, colegio infantil…). Hoy alberga, además, una enorme variedad de recursos, entre los que figuran desde museos a sala de exposiciones, pasando por una amplia oferta de instalaciones deportivas. La UAM tuvo desde sus orígenes una vocación humboltiana a imagen de la Universidad de Berlín. Por eso, mantuvo desde sus inicios una estrecha colaboración con el Centro Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CSIC). Dicha colaboración ha sido y es uno de los exponentes más claros de la decidida apuesta de la Universidad Autónoma de Madrid por la investigación y ha tenido una enorme importancia en la definición del modelo docente de esta universidad desde el momento de su fundación. La Universidad Autónoma de Madrid ha ido así configurándose a lo largo de estos años como una institución de referencia a nivel nacional e internacional, ocupando puestos relevantes en los rankings de excelencia académica e investigadora, empleabilidad y sostenibilidad. Una universidad pública con un fuerte compromiso con el entorno social, cultural y económico, además de una declarada vocación internacional. La UAM es una de las universidades integradas en Civis, a European Civic University, uno de los primeros campus paneuropeos promovidos por la Comisión Europea.

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La Universidad de Santiago de Compostela es una institución pública de enseñanza superior e investigación dotada de autonomía, plena personalidad jurídica y patrimonio propio que está constituida por los campus de Santiago de Compostela y Lugo y que asume y desarrolla sus funciones como servicio público esencial a la comunidad mediante el estudio, la docencia, la investigación y la transferencia del conocimiento. La Universidad de Santiago de Compostela es heredera de más de quinientos años de docencia, investigación, difusión del conocimiento y creación cultural. Desde 1495, Compostela es ciudad universitaria y la matriz del actual Sistema Universitario Gallego, que conforma, desde 1989, junto con la Universidad de Vigo y la Universidad de A Coruña. En su larga historia, la Universidad de Santiago de Compostela ha atesorado un gran patrimonio cultural y científico, y sus campus reúnen un abundante patrimonio natural y arquitectónico. La Universidad de Santiago de Compostela quiere ser reconocida como una universidad de prestigio, académicamente solvente y con excelencia investigadora, al servicio del desarrollo económico, social y cultural de la sociedad gallega, ejemplar en la gestión de sus recursos y participada democráticamente por los miembros de su comunidad alrededor de un proyecto universitario compartido. La Universidad de Santiago de Compostela, constituida por los campus de Santiago y Lugo, se estructura en departamentos, facultades, escuelas, institutos universitarios de investigación y escuelas de doctorado. Asimismo, cuenta con diferentes servicios de gestión y administración, de apoyo a las labores docentes e investigadoras, y otros de asistencia a la comunidad universitaria.

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La Universidad de Navarra es una universidad de inspiración cristiana, promovida por san Josemaría Escrivá de Balaguer, fundador del Opus Dei. Tiene como misión buscar y transmitir la verdad, contribuir a la formación académica, cultural y personal de sus estudiantes; promover la investigación científica y la actividad asistencial; ofrecer adecuadas posibilidades de desarrollo a sus profesores y empleados; y realizar una amplia labor de extensión cultural y promoción social, con una clara finalidad de servicio. Entre las funciones primordiales de la Universidad de Navarra está: Impartir enseñanzas universitarias en el ámbito de diversas ciencias, conferir los grados académicos correspondientes y facilitar a los alumnos los medios adecuados -recursos didácticos, biblioteca, información sobre becas y ayudas económicas- para que puedan realizar con provecho sus estudios. Promover la investigación científica en los distintos campos del saber, en beneficio de la labor docente y como forma de aportar conocimiento a la sociedad y de favorecer la innovación y el desarrollo. Contribuir a la formación de los alumnos mediante el asesoramiento individualizado, con propuestas encaminadas a la adquisición de competencias profesionales y hábitos personales, que estimulen el desarrollo de la personalidad en todas sus dimensiones: culturales, artísticas, religiosas, deportivas y de solidaridad. Mantener relación con los graduados de la Universidad, a través de actividades de formación continuada, y de otras iniciativas culturales y sociales de Alumni. Y organizar enseñanzas de actualización y de especialización para graduados universitarios, de acuerdo con las tendencias y necesidades de las diferentes profesiones. La inspiración cristiana de la Universidad se manifiesta en el deseo de fidelidad a la Iglesia y a su Magisterio, en la reflexión sobre sus enseñanzas, en el respeto de los principios cristianos en la investigación, en la promoción de la dignidad y los derechos de la persona y en el sentido de servicio que procura imprimir en las actividades universitarias. Dentro de los planes de estudio se imparten asignaturas, seminarios y talleres que ofrecen a los alumnos la oportunidad de plantearse esas grandes cuestiones de la existencia, así como los fundamentos éticos y deontológicos de su profesión.

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Alfonso IX de León quiso tener estudios superiores en su reino y por ello creó en 1218 las ‘scholas Salamanticae’, germen de la actual Universidad de Salamanca que se acerca ahora a cumplir los 800 años de historia ininterrumpida creando, promocionando y divulgando el conocimiento. Alfonso IX fue un hombre ilustrado y adelantado a su tiempo, no solo por haber creado la Universidad de Salamanca, sino también por otras acciones como plantear las primeras Cortes que permitían la participación de diversos sectores de la población además de los habituales nobles. Este primer Estudio contó, según el decreto de 1254, con un maestro en leyes, otro en decretos, dos de decretales, dos de lógica, dos de gramática, dos de física o medicina, uno de órgano, un apotecario, un bibliotecario y dos conservadores. Así, la Universidad de Salamanca se convirtió, junto con París, Oxford y Bolonia en una de las primeras universidades europeas y hoy en día es la única española que ha mantenido su actividad a través de los siglos. La Universidad de Salamanca cuenta con un importante patrimonio material en forma de edificios históricos y espacios emblemáticos que aún se encuentran en activo y reciben cada día la visita de cientos de personas, bien porque quieran apreciar su valor artístico o histórico, o bien porque tengan que realizar alguna actividad académica en ellos. Destacan especialmente el Edificio de Escuelas Mayores con su fachada plateresca, en el interior del cual se encuentra la Biblioteca General Histórica con 2.774 manuscritos, 483 incunables y alrededor de 62.000 volúmenes impresos entre los siglos XVI y XVIII. Visita obligada es también el Patio de Escuelas Menores que alberga en una de sus salas la conocida pintura del ‘Cielo de Salamanca’, obra atribuida a Fernando Gallego que recoge temas astronómicos y astrológicos. Son obras de arte y reflejos de la historia de la institución. Una historia cargada de tradiciones donde destacan, por ejemplo, las tradicionales ceremonias de investidura de los doctores honoris causa con su tradicional y colorido desfile de togados, la celebración del patrón Santo Tomás o las aperturas solemnes de curso en las que el rector repasa los principales retos que aborda cada ejercicio la institución. En la actualidad, la Universidad de Salamanca sigue manteniendo su gran capacidad de atracción y tiene un alumnado estable en torno a los 30.000 estudiantes. Cuenta para atenderles con nueve campus distribuidos entre Salamanca, Ávila, Zamora, Béjar y Villamayor entre los que se reparten las 26 facultades y escuelas superiores y los 12 centros de investigación que abarcan aspectos tan variados como las biociencias o el láser, pasando por desarrollos agroalimentarios, las neurociencias, los estudios de historia o la investigación básica, entre otros. A ellos se unen los centros dedicados a estrechar vínculos académicos y culturales con otros países y culturas como el Centro Cultural Hispano Japonés, el Centro de Estudios Brasileños o el Instituto de Estudios de Iberoamérica, donde el continuo movimiento de profesores y estudiantes mantiene los lazos y crea nuevas perspectivas de futuro en las alianzas establecidas. Otro de los rasgos distintivos de la Universidad es la enseñanza del Español que atrae a miles de estudiantes extranjeros en los distintos programas educativos desarrollados en uno de los mayores centros de formación para extranjeros de prestigio mundial, la entidad Cursos Internacionales de la Universidad de Salamanca. Desde Cursos Internacionales se elaboran desde hace años los Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera (DELE) y, recientemente, un acuerdo firmado con el Instituto Cervantes, la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México y la Universidad de Buenos Aires, ha hecho que la Universidad de Salamanca lidere, junto a ellas, el desarrollo del primer certificado digital del español (SIELE) que podrá realizarse desde cualquier parte del mundo y que llevará la certificación del estudio salmantino como aval a su validez.

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La Universidad de Granada contribuye al desarrollo socioeconómico no solo regional sino también nacional y al internacional a través de una educación universal, una investigación de alto nivel, proporcionando servicios de alta calidad y colaborando estrechamente con la administración y las empresas locales. Nuestra institución está comprometida con las técnicas de entrenamiento e investigación, con la transferencia de conocimiento y el compromiso socioeconómico. Esto nos ha permitido crear cerca de 82 spin-offs, tener alrededor de 580 proyectos de investigación activos y lanzar alrededor de 230 productos patentados en los últimos años. Todos estos avances se han alcanzado en línea con los más altos estándares de responsabilidad social corporativa. En la Universidad de Granada estamos firmemente comprometidos con la inversión en la innovación y la excelencia en la investigación. Gracias a este compromiso el Campus BioTic, que busca la excelencia en las áreas de Biosalud, Tecnologías de la Información y la Comunicación (TIC), Sistema Tierra y Patrimonio y Cultura, fue designado Campus de Excelencia Internacional por el gobierno español en 2009. Aproximadamente 80.000 personas entre estudiantes, investigadores, profesores y personal de administración y servicios están directamente ligados con la Universidad de Granada, esto la convierte en la cuarta universidad más grande del país. Esta comunidad universitaria ha convertido Granada, con sus 240.000 habitantes en una ciudad con una gran actividad social y cultura. Más de 6.000 estudiantes internacionales de distinto tipo estudian en la Universidad de Granada cada año, siendo así un auténtico destino multicultural. Además, cada año la Universidad de Granada recibe más de 2000 estudiantes del programa Erasmus. De esta forma, es el destino Erasmus más popular de Europa. Asimismo, enviamos más estudiantes dentro del programa Erasmus que ninguna otra universidad europea. Es un miembro fundador del Grupo Internacional Coimbra, una asociación europea de universidades a la vanguardia de la educación superior. Desde su fundación, la Universidad de Granada se ha ido expandiendo al mismo tiempo que lo ha hecho la ciudad de Granada, con centro educativos y de investigación distribuidos a lo largo del área metropolitana. De hecho, debido al papel jugado en el crecimiento de la ciudad durante los últimos 500 años, la universidad ha definido la ciudad tanto desde un punto de visto arquitectónico como cultural y económico.

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La Universidad de Barcelona es una de las instituciones más antiguas de Cataluña, y un claro reflejo de los acontecimientos políticos, sociales y económicos del país. Un referente importante de su historia. El 3 de septiembre de 1450 el rey Alfonso V el Magnánimo expidió, a petición de la ciudad de Barcelona, ​​el privilegio para crear el Estudio General barcelonés. En el documento se establecía que la ciudad tenía que financiar «todo lo necesario para su fundación», y que dispondría de estudios en Teología, Derecho Canónico y Civil, Filosofía Natural y Moral, Siete Artes Liberales, Medicina y en otras ciencias. El 30 de septiembre la fundación de esta institución también recibió la bula papal de Nicolás V. Sin embargo, el funcionamiento efectivo de la nueva universidad todavía tardaría años en alcanzarse debido a la falta de una financiación continua, a circunstancias históricas, como la guerra civil catalana (1462–1472), y a las constantes quejas del Estudio General de Lleida. Fue Fernando el Católico quien impulsó de nuevo el proyecto en 1488 con la concesión del privilegio para unificar todas las escuelas barcelonesas en el Estudio de Medicina. El 9 de octubre de 1508 se promulgaron las primeras ordenanzas municipales, que marcaban las pautas académicas, de financiación y de gobierno del nuevo establecimiento. El 17 de octubre de 1536 se inició la construcción del Estudio General de todas las facultades siguiendo las directrices del maestro de obras Tomàs Barsa, en unos terrenos cedidos por el Consejo de Ciento de Barcelona en la parte alta de la Rambla. Esta fundación obtuvo el beneplácito del emperador Carlos I de España y fue costeada por la ciudad de Barcelona, ​​el capítulo catedralicio y varios ciudadanos particulares. En 1539 finalizaron las obras del edificio, que era de dos plantas, disponía de capilla y claustro, y lucía un gran escudo del emperador sobre la puerta principal, que aún se conserva en el Edificio Histórico. Tras la Guerra de Sucesión, el edificio se convirtió en el llamado Cuartel de los Estudios, que fue derribado en 1843 con el fin de construir la puerta de Isabel II en la muralla de Barcelona. Restablecida en la ciudad condal, la Universidad se instaló en las dependencias del antiguo convento del Carmen. El mal estado de la construcción y la falta de adecuación de las instalaciones obligaron al rector Víctor Arnau a solicitar una nueva construcción, que en 1859 fue encargada al arquitecto Elias Rogent. El derribo de las murallas de Barcelona (1854-1856) y la aprobación del Plan Cerdà, en 1859, proveyeron al Estado de un gran número de espacios dentro de la nueva ciudad. Así fue como se emplazó la nueva construcción en su ubicación actual. Las obras comenzaron el día 1 de octubre de 1863 y concluyeron de manera definitiva en 1893 con la instalación de la reja que circundaba el jardín. En esta época, la Universidad comprendía cinco grandes facultades: Ciencias, Filosofía y Letras, Medicina, Farmacia y Derecho. Todas se ubicaron en la nueva Universidad excepto la Facultad de Medicina, que permaneció en el Hospital de la Santa Cruz hasta la inauguración en 1906 de su nuevo edificio anexo al Hospital Clínico, diseñado por el arquitecto Domènec i Estapà. Durante las primeras décadas, la universidad aglutinó una generación de nuevos profesores renovadores, y a menudo de reconocido catalanismo, que marcarían el carácter de la institución universitaria durante el primer tercio del siglo. Encontramos personalidades como los filólogos Pompeu Fabra y Antonio Rubió i Lluch, el jurista Josep Pella, el historiador Francesc Carreras Candi o el arquitecto e historiador Josep Puig i Cadafalch. También destacaron personas como Pere Bosch i Gimpera y Jaume Serra Húnter, que ejercieron de rectores durante el periodo republicano. Con el advenimiento de la II República española y la aprobación del Estatuto de autonomía de la Universidad de Barcelona, ​​el 7 de septiembre de 1933, la institución se convirtió en la Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona —denominación que coincide con la de la universidad fundada en 1968 en Bellaterra y con la que no debe confundirse—, que estaba regida por un patronato con representantes del Gobierno de la República, la Generalitat y el claustro universitario. El 3 de febrero de 1939 se suprimió el estatuto universitario. Esta fecha marcó el inicio de un periodo de represión, durante el cual fue depurado más del 70 % del profesorado y la lengua y cultura catalanas quedaron eliminadas de la vida académica. Los años setenta y ochenta del siglo XX estuvieron marcados por la enorme transformación social, política y económica, que comenzaba el largo camino de la transición con las elecciones generales de 1977 y el retorno del presidente Josep Tarradellas. Este periodo estuvo marcado por el rectorado del filólogo Antoni Badia i Margarit (1978-1986), que significó unos años de modernización y democratización de las estructuras universitarias a todos los niveles, así como de recuperación de la lengua y cultura catalanas como base de la educación superior. La Universidad de Barcelona actualmente está formada por una comunidad de más de setenta mil personas entre estudiantes, profesorado y personal de administración y servicios, que integran una estructura formada por dieciséis facultades organizadas en seis campus universitarios, el Parque Científico de Barcelona y nueve centros adscritos. Se trata de la segunda universidad más grande de España, y una de las mejor posicionadas en los rankings internacionales, en los que a menudo figura como la primera del país.

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La actual Universidad Complutense de Madrid es la que fundara el Cardenal Cisneros como consecuencia de la Carta Bulada “Inter cetera”, otorgada por Alejandro VI, el 13 de abril de 1499, para conceder al Cardenal el privilegio de fundar y construir un Colegio de Escolares que debería ubicarse en Alcalá de Henares. Cisneros ordenó la construcción del Colegio Mayor San Ildefonso un mes antes de que se otorgase la Carta bulada, colocándose la primera piedra en marzo de 1499. La idea era crear el Colegio Complutense en el que se impartiesen las enseñanzas de Teología, Derecho Canónico y Artes Liberales. Desde el principio aquel Colegio se asentó en el lugar donde se había ubicado Complutum, la ciudad romana del Siglo I a.C. Las obras acabaron en 1508 y en ese año empezaron a estudiar los primeros alumnos. La matrícula se realizó entre agosto y octubre. El día 17 de octubre se eligió al primer Rector de la Universidad –Pedro del Campo-, inaugurándose el Curso el día 18 con una lección sobre la filosofía moral de Aristóteles. La idea inicial de Cisneros reproducía el contenido de los estudios de las Universidades medievales europeas –las que siguieron a los Estudios Generales- en las que se estudiaba Teología, Medicina y Jurisprudencia, siendo preparatorias las enseñanzas de Artes Liberales. Pretendía el Cardenal con la estructura colegial permitir estudiar a personas sin recursos que eran acogidas y becadas. Tras múltiples avatares sufridos por la Universidad ubicada en Alcalá, que pasó de los iniciales momentos de gloria, a un considerable declive, en 1821, en el Reglamento General de Instrucción Pública, se ordenó la creación de la Universidad Central de Madrid, suprimiéndose un año después la asentada en Alcalá. La ubicación, en segundo intento, de la Universidad en Madrid -con la denominación de Central- se produce a partir de 1836. Hasta 1837 no se completó el traslado de las Facultades o Estudios; en ese momento eran las de Teología, Filosofía, Cánones y Jurisprudencia, Ciencias, Medicina y Farmacia. En 1843 ya no quedaba en Alcalá ningún vestigio de la institución fundada por Cisneros. A partir de 1868, tras la caída de Isabel II, durante los años del Sexenio Revolucionario se abrió una etapa de radicales e ilusionantes reformas. El discurso inaugural del curso académico 1868-1869 fue dictado por el recién nombrado Rector, Fernando de Castro, y explicitaba las directrices de la política académica de las nuevas autoridades: independencia de ciencia y enseñanza respecto del Gobierno e Iglesia, autonomía del profesor en la expresión de su pensamiento y ética profesional en el desarrollo de su actividad académica. En la línea de reformas universitarias que inspiraban la labor de los sucesivos ministros de instrucción pública en los primeros años del siglo XX, se enmarca la creación de la Junta para Ampliación de Estudios, desde la que se fomentó una política de becas en el extranjero y de establecimiento de laboratorios de investigación, en ella tuvieron presencia activa catedráticos de la Universidad de Madrid. El segundo gran motor en la modernización de la Universidad Central durante el primer tercio del siglo XX fue la construcción de la Ciudad Universitaria. El proyecto arrancó en la primavera de 1929, al constituirse, bajo la protección de Alfonso XIII, la Junta Constructora de la Ciudad Universitaria. La dictadura del general Primo de Rivera perseguía un doble objetivo: reubicar la conflictiva masa de alumnos fuera del centro de la ciudad y presentar un proyecto ampuloso vinculado a la creación de infraestructura. La Junta constructora se encargó de gestionar la adquisición o cesión de los terrenos en La Moncloa y el arquitecto Modesto López Otero dirigió las obras. A lo largo de los años treinta las obras de la Ciudad Universitaria avanzaron a buen ritmo; en enero de 1933, se inauguró oficialmente el primer edificio del recinto: la Facultad de Filosofía y Letras. En 1936 el núcleo central del proyecto estaba ultimado: se habían inaugurado algunos edificios, lo que permitía la actividad docente en ellos, y otros se encontraban próximos a su finalización. En 1943 entraría en vigor la Ley de Ordenación de la Universidad española, vigente hasta 1970 y que marcó las coordenadas de la universidad franquista. Con ella quedaba certificada la estructura centralista de la universidad española (solo en Madrid se alcanzaría, hasta 1954, el título de doctor); se reconocía al Rector –nombrado directamente por el Gobierno- como la autoridad máxima de la Universidad; se involucraba en la labor universitaria a la Iglesia (que incorporaba la enseñanza de la religión en los planes de estudio), al Ejército (que se encargaría de la, entonces también obligatoria, educación física) y a Falange (encargada de encuadrar a alumnos y profesores, por filiación obligatoria, en el SEU y en el Servicio Español del Profesorado Universitario). A la muerte de Franco, la Universidad vivió la misma incertidumbre e interinidad que el resto de la sociedad española. La aprobación de la Constitución y la consolidación democrática permitieron la promulgación de una nueva legislación universitaria. La Ley de Reforma Universitaria de 1983 sentó las bases de un moderno modelo universitario: el gobierno de la Universidad se hacía recaer sobre la propia comunidad académica; la toma de decisiones se democratiza y los departamentos universitarios asumen la organización de la docencia e investigación. Una vez incorporada España a la Unión Europea, se ha establecido un nuevo marco de referencia para nuestra educación superior. Los conocimientos, habilidades y destrezas adquiridas durante los estudios superiores son, en cada uno de los sistemas universitarios europeos, comunes y homologables. Nace así, el Espacio Europeo de Educación Superior. La Universidad Complutense de Madrid asume como propio un triple ideal: formar profesionales útiles a la sociedad, promover la investigación científica y difundir, entre los próximos y los lejanos, el conocimiento y los valores que son inherentes a la Universidad.

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My name is Glorymar Hernandez, but I prefer to be called “Glory”. I was born in the capital of Venezuela, Caracas, and grew up amid the crowds of the city, the tranquility of the Andean mountains and the joy of the Caribbean coast. A mixture that has taught me to enjoy wherever I am, that aroused my curiosity to know the world, and that has helped me to adapt, with relative ease, to changes. I have a degree in Philosophy, my research works are in Philosophy of Language. Since 2019 I have been working as a Spanish teacher. I decided to start teaching my mother tongue thanks to my experience learning other languages. I had the opportunity to live for a year in Ireland, where I went to learn English and, currently, I am in Italy, where I have had the opportunity to learn Italian. These experiences allowed me to realize that, although seeking perfection when trying to “speak like a native” is the ideal, what really matters is being able to communicate, make ourselves understood and be open to the experience of knowing other cultures and understand that there are many different points of view. Professionally, I have had the opportunity to work in different contexts such as banking, outsourcing consular procedures, and teaching at university level. The biggest lesson I learned from these experiences is that I am not an office person. I prefer to own my time and have the freedom to work wherever I am. For this reason, I have decided to dedicate myself to teaching Spanish online and to enter the digital world. I consider myself a very curious and versatile person, that is why in my free time I enjoy handcrafting (such as sewing or knitting), volunteering, being in contact with nature, and trying to learn new things, like playing the guitar. Regarding my geographical preferences, the beach and the mountains are my main refuges, because I can escape from the noise of the city and connect with myself. That is why I would like to be able to live with my husband on a mountain, not far from the sea.

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La Ciudad de las Artes y de las Ciencias (Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències) de Valencia es un conjunto único dedicado a la divulgación científica y cultural, que está integrado por seis grandes elementos: el Hemisfèric, cine IMAX, 3D y proyecciones digitales; el Umbracle, mirador ajardinado y aparcamiento; el Museu de les Ciències, innovador centro de ciencia interactiva; el Oceanogràfic, el mayor acuario de Europa; el Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía, dedicado la programación operística, y el Ágora, que dota al complejo de un espacio multifuncional. A lo largo de un eje de casi dos kilómetros, en el antiguo cauce del río Turia, este complejo impulsado por la Generalitat Valenciana sorprende por su arquitectura y por su inmensa capacidad para divertir y estimular las mentes de sus visitantes que, recorriendo sus edificios, conocen diferentes aspectos relacionados con la ciencia, la tecnología, la naturaleza o el arte. El papel relevante de la arquitectura en la Ciudad de las Artes y de las Ciencias de Valencia ha sido posible gracias al trabajo de dos arquitectos españoles de prestigio internacional, que han aportado aquí lo mejor de su obra: Santiago Calatrava, con el Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía, el Hemisfèric, el Museu de les Ciències, el Umbracle y el Àgora, y Félix Candela, con las singulares cubiertas de los edificios principales del Oceanogràfic. Un conjunto arquitectónico de excepcional belleza, que armoniza el continente con el contenido. Una ciudad donde conviven el mar y la luz del Mediterráneo de manera sorprendente. Se ha constituido como uno de los mayores focos de difusión cultural. En conjunto, las proyecciones digitales y las películas en gran formato en el Hemisfèric, las exposiciones interactivas en el Museu de les Ciencies Príncip Felipe y las exhibiciones bioeducativas del Oceanogràfic, conforman una gran oferta interrelacionada, que se complementa, con el único objetivo de satisfacer la curiosidad y las ganas de divertirse del visitante. La Ciudad de las Artes y de las Ciencias une además la admirada tradición mediterránea del mar y la luz, de los colores azules y blancos, con una arquitectura vanguardista diseñada por Santiago Calatrava y Félix Candela. Sus audaces líneas identifican a la capital del Turia del siglo XXI; es la estampa futurista que simboliza a la nueva Valencia: una ciudad moderna dentro de la ciudad milenaria, donde millones de visitantes acuden cada año para disfrutar con la cultura, la naturaleza, el arte y la ciencia.

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I’m Toni-Leigh, born and bred in the Mother City of Cape Town. My fiancé and I, are parents to a lively 2-year old girl who arrived 5 years after losing our 3-year old son to a rare genetic disease. I love learning new things. Growing up, I was a voracious reader, reading anything and everything (even the classifieds and property ads) and with the advancement of technology over the years, I can have information at the tip of my fingers, so I’m always eager to learn new things and I’m a fast learner. I’ve always had an interest in Information Technology and was the go-to person in my office before my colleagues would go to the IT office, and now I’m looking into further studies so that I can develop my knowledge and skills. In 2005 I graduated from Varsity College with a Diploma in Travel and Tourism with aspirations of travelling worldwide in my profession. Things didn’t quite work out that way, having worked in retail and a company assisting young people to live and work in the UK. In the last decade or so, I’ve been in the tourism industry behind the scenes, working for an online holiday accommodation booking agency and more recently a company that does tours and safaris in Southern Africa. I also do freelance work remotely, such as, captioning for a speech-to-text service and social media evaluation. I am an introvert but enjoy working with and being in the company of others, while also enjoying being on my own. In the past I used to view being an introvert as a weakness because those higher up in the ranks of the companies I worked for were extroverted but in recent times I realised how much of a strength it is being an introvert as I also have a strong sense of empathy, which I believe is key in Customer Service and building interpersonal relationships with colleagues and clients. I’m passionate about customer service and going the extra mile and l love that feeling of knowing that I’ve made a difference in someone’s day whether big or small. People tend to describe me as hardworking, punctual, efficient, dependable and trustworthy. Covid-19 affected the tourism industry drastically, however, I still want to travel anywhere I can, just soaking up the different cultures and experiences. The last year has been both challenging and rewarding and it has made me see things in a different light and so it has been somewhat of a new beginning for me. I am motivated now more than ever to seek out new passions and adventures and to get out of my comfort zone.

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Wamkelekile (‘Welcome’ in isiXhosa) to one and all! My name is Iman Martin – ‘Iman’ having both Arabic and African meanings for ‘faith’. Just like my name, I come from a multicultural background: my mom has Indian and Malaysian origins, while my dad is from the Griqua people/clan in South Africa. In the same vein, I am a Muslim and have Christian relatives with who I am very close. It is because of my diverse background that I feel I was raised to be both tolerant and respectful towards those that are of a different culture, religion, or ethnicity. Cape Town has been the only home I know, and I’ve never ventured far out of it. I do however envision myself travelling to different parts of the world a few years from now. I am passionate about women’s empowerment and women having the choice to choose for themselves! I have recently graduated from the University of Cape Town, with a Bachelor of Social Work (Psychology Major) and placed on the Dean’s Merit List, awarded for consistent academic achievement. Through hard work and perseverance, I was fortunate to have received a scholarship from the Department of Social Development for three of my four years of study. My mini-thesis explored the experiences and challenges of 1st-year students at UCT adjusting to university. Studying social work has not only allowed me to better understand those around me and their thought processes but also, to better understand myself and the possible reasons why I am the way I am. As part of my course requirements, I had to complete field practicals – by putting the theory that I was learning in class to practice in a real-world environment. My field practice experience ranged along a spectrum: from providing social work services to underprivileged youth in a primary school in Bonteheuwel, to interning in the more affluent area of Upper Wynberg, at an international school. This experience further fostered my innate empathy and non-judgemental outlook for those around me. I am someone who is not afraid to get my hands dirty, work hard and help out where I can: currently job hunting, I have occasionally been helping my father with renovations to his property that include painting, plastering, applying putty, etc. This has taught me many practical things that I hope to apply when I own my own house one day. A few months before now, I worked as a Personal Assistant to a therapist and social worker. This was a remote job that taught me valuable organisation and time-management skills. In my early years of study, I found myself working a sales assistant job at the Robben Island Museum Gateway store, and found that my favourite part of the job was interacting with the different tourists that happened upon our humble store and hearing their stories – where they were from and why they decided to visit SA, etc. I love reading, and since a young age, I’ve been considered a bookworm. I mainly enjoy supernatural and sci-fi novels and webcomics, as well as other forms of content such as newspaper and magazine articles (need to know what’s happening in the world around me). English was also my favourite subject at school, and I think this was also encouraged by my English-teacher mother who was quick to correct any incorrect grammar and pronunciation when my siblings and I spoke incorrectly. I often assisted her in marking her learners’ English examination scripts and as a result, am quick to pick up on spelling or grammatical errors. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, long walks with my dog Ninja, and photography. This has led me to submit a piece that is currently being exhibited at the Zeits Mocca Art Museum, in their long-running ‘Home is Where The Art Is’ exhibition. Furthermore, my faith has given me strength through the darkest times and taught me to be tolerant and understanding of those around me. I am still very much figuring life and myself out as I go along and am always open to learning from those around me.

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“Fall down seven times, stand up eight.” A Japanese proverb close to my heart. It has helped me persevere in so many situations in life and those situations have molded me into the woman I am today. Here’s a brief introduction to who I am. I am a new mommy to an adorable baby boy. A jack of all trades. I’m an artist at heart, fitness enthusiast, avid reader, and quite academic. I was born on the 9th of August in the year 1996 in Elim, a small village in the Limpopo Province. I grew up in Johannesburg and later moved to Pretoria in 2006 when I was in Grade 4, where I completed the rest of my school career. I have always been one to participate in almost every extra-mural activity since my primary school years, I played softball, hockey, and cricket. I took part in cross-country and district athletics to name a few. My love for sports made me gravitate towards what I currently do part-time, I train on a regular basis, and I am a wellness coach and a distributor for a prominent nutrition brand. A large part of what I do involves helping people correct their nutrition and learn more about the benefits of healthy eating so that they can lead a healthier lifestyle and feel great while they are at it. I have been involved in various projects that involved giving back to those in need. I have been involved with an initiative called Feed a Homeless Homie, where we made food for the homeless and distributed it at least one weekend a month, I also helped a friend of mine with a pads drive for less fortunate girls, I also give clothes to homeless shelters for women and children whenever I can and I worked with an NGO known as Keep That Gold Shining (KTG) where we tutored young kids in high schools in the townships. I am a philanthropist at heart and believe that even the smallest contribution goes a long way. As mentioned I am also an artist, mostly self-taught. I do painting on commission as well as pencil sketching. I do not have a specific style as yet but most of my work features women from different walks of life. I would like to collaborate with more artists in the future and have exhibitions. I try to read at least one book a month. My favorite writers have always been James Patterson and Dan Brown however I recently branched out to other genres besides suspense and thrillers. Some of my latest reads are: • Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki • Atomic Habits by James Clear • The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho • Half of a yellow sun by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie • No Longer At Ease by Chinua Achebe I can speak at least 6 of the 11 official languages, I am fairly tech-savvy. I am a quick learner, always willing to pick up a new skill. Life has thrown several curve balls at me and I never backed down. I strongly believe in working hard and not giving up on anything I do. My name means ‘Be Strong’, that is who I am!

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Greetings to one and all. My name is Edith, I am a child of the universe and I want to share that every day is a beautiful day. True, our emotions fluctuate but at some point during each day we will recognise that the day is a gift we have received and if we be true to ourselves this will bring a smile and with it feel good energy. We should take this feel good energy and build on it so that each day it comes easier and earlier and like a muscle it will grow, become more evident and gather momentum and we will feel better for it. I believe in kindness and forgiveness towards others and myself. In a couple of months I will begin the first year of my sixth decade on planet Earth. Twenty years ago I was facing a life threatening illness and not doing too well, I am a miracle. I believe we are all miracles. Some would differ it can be a topic for discussion. I am a widow and live with and take care of my 87 year old mother and 7 year old granddaughter to whom I am foster mother. Thankfully both are well. We live in a truly beautiful spot, the Deep South, Cape Peninsula, CT, South Africa, blessed in many ways I have much wonder and appreciation for this. I was born in Cape Town, grew up and completed my education in the best place in the world to have grown up at that time, yes! Zambia in the sun. I have very fond memories of my formative years in Zambia and still consider myself Zambian. It is the national anthem I sang as a child and I loved the then president, KK, Kenneth Kaunda. I returned to South Africa in 1980 to attend college and begin my independent years and in 1982 I moved to the newly independent Zimbabwe where I spent the next 21 years before returning to my roots in 2003. I have extensive administrative experience - getting things organised, getting things done. With a stable track record, I am able to diversify within different industries. As part of a team I have a strong focus to resolve challenges and enjoy leaving any tasks I am busy with in a user friendly state (do unto others). I pride myself on my attention to detail & due diligence, going the extra mile in terms of improved efficiency and cost effectiveness. I did a one year secretarial course in 1980 and my working life began from there. Living and learning life then became what I did, marriage, babies, etc. I guess I was lazy to further my qualifications, in hindsight I think I would have made a damn good surgeon LOL. Seriously, I have good eye, hand coordination, a good touch, and, consciously, I have become better at threading the needle. I believe strongly in being true to and honest with myself and I think I was then because family means more to me than a career. And now, I am ready to start that next chapter in my career. I am blessed. I have over the years done various short courses including a deep tissue massage course so I am a certified masseuse however I only massage family and friends as I am no longer physically (strength and stamina) up to doing a job I am comfortable to charge for. Thought that was worth mentioning as it brings me pleasure to help others breathe and take time out. I have always worked in administrative support positions from Girl Friday to Executive PA and everything in between and in many different industries. My last couple of jobs have been from home (virtual) and in a new field namely customer service. This shift was challenging and I am proud to say I managed it pretty well. Working from home is what is necessary at this time given my current living circumstances. This change and the challenge that came with it reminded me that I have strong determination which is a very good thing. I am concerned for my granddaughter’s generation and what life will be like for them as adults, especially the environment they will find themselves in physically, mentally, emotionally. I would love to become more knowledgeable and active in the conservation of water, a precious natural resource that as long as it comes out of the tap when we open the tap many do not really appreciate just how precious it is and therefore the need to respect and conserve it. And, I would love to see the curricula in our educational systems adapting to educating our children to be more self-aware, mindful and able to guide their minds when it comes to EQ. Easy does it.

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Hello, I’m Deborah! I was born in Congo RDC and came to Cape Town South Africa in October 2012 to study at university. I have a National diploma in Financial accounting and a diploma in Financial information system. I am an ambitious young lady and I love to be surrounded by positive people. I’m a dedicated and conscientious team player with the ability to provide support and advice to people, customers, or co-workers and make a difference. I am organized, responsible, very loyal, focused and I can have the work done on time and meet deadlines. While doing my National diploma I was also working as a part time customer service sales representative. I became full time agent right after I graduated at university. I am a customer relation professional with more that six years of experience in customer service work, inbound and outbound calls, emails and social media. I have excellent verbal skills with the ability to communicate my thoughts and information in a clear and easy to understand manner. I am confident that the experience, the capabilities I have make me ready for any opportunity. I speak French, English, Swahili, and Lingala I love singing and dancing, reading, and my favorites animals are dogs and cats. Looking forward to be part of Zagenie family! Thank you!

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Live and love as if there is no tomorrow! Hi, my name is Emmerentia. I was born in the beautiful city of Cape Town, South Africa, in the ‘60’s, which means that I'm an original, retro hippie chick at heart with the good, old-fashioned values to back it up. The highs and lows I’ve dealt with in life have taught me a valuable lesson…time is not guaranteed and is therefore not to be lost. I am enjoying my journey, still learning new life lessons and growing to become the person I am meant to be. I must pay tribute to the University of Experience and the School of Hard Knocks for the valuable contributions you have made to my life path thus far. Stronger. Wiser. Blessed. My passion is to help others to reach their full potential. It is even more difficult to do that in one’s own life (it’s so easy giving advice to others, isn’t it?) but making a direct contribution or figuratively planting a seed and watching it take root in someone else’s life is deeply rewarding. We are on this planet to live good lives and to make a positive difference to our direct environment, wherever our feet may fall. Aim for the stars; never forget your roots. Be yourself, stay humble, be kind, be grateful, make love an action…not a word. My mission is to help people from all walks of life, gain financial independence, while caring for the world around us. Learn how to earn. Make sure you have a meal, an income, clothes, a home and good health. There is no planet B. I’m a big fan of renewable resources, organic gardens and farming and hugging a tree. Helping our paw-legged friends in shelters, finding furever homes much faster. Same for birds, horses, donkeys, circus prisoners and liberating zoos. I am an excellent chef in my kitchen 😊 and I love baking (to put it mildly). My cakes and tarts are wickedly good and not being gluten intolerant is still my highlight of the previous decade! My downtime is spent walking, jogging, going to the beach, horse riding and playing golf. With over 38 years’ combined experience, accumulated by time spent in the corporate world and having 3 businesses over the years, I have a wealth of experience to share and utilize. Words, in a personal bio, aren't plentiful. Not to me, at least. I feel that the chances of someone reading about what your opinion is of yourself and BELIEVING it is remote. The tough part is that you don't know me, nor I you, yet I'm trying to “convince” you that what I say is who I am as a person and that what I say is what it is. The eyes are windows to the soul…that isn't exactly happening here, and that sense cannot always be replaced through words alone. So, the moral of the story is that what I list below as my key character traits, strengths, weaknesses, achievements, experience, etc. is in reality simply just that. Traits: Dedicated, honest, loyal, trustworthy, tenacious, dependable, creative, methodical, sense of integrity, ethical, tough but fair, empathetic, lighthearted and friendly. Strengths: Comfortable in a team environment or working independently, management, skills utilization, delegation, human relations, conflict resolution, analysis, strategizing, implementation, problem solving, business administration. Weaknesses: Impatience, self-critique, injustice and rudeness stirs my temper, being micro-managed, cheesecake. Experience: Sales, sales management, customer relationship management, business administration, directorship and general management of 3 x businesses previously owned/co-owned. Summary: A self-starter who gets what's required done, pronto. I am self-motivated, enjoy new challenges and try my best to excel at what's before me. I love working with people, as this is simply my passion.

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My name is Jean-Mark Lufuluabo,born on 25 of November 1990 in mbuji-mayi,D.R.Congo.And I am the first born of a family of 8 children. I attended high school in the same city ,majoring in biology and chemistry.by the age of 20 I was a manager in a family business, combining it with college. Where I studied commercial and financial sciences in ISC(Institute Superieur de Commerce) this time in another city called Lubumbashi. I speak 5 languages ;English French,Swahili,Lindale and Tshiluba.I am also Skilled in HTML,CSS,JAVASCRIPT and J query. I moved to South Africa in 2015,loved the adventure so far.In South Africa I attended a fire training with Pulse Training Academy, then after worked as fire Marshall in Harbour dry dock at Cape Town’s port. I have worked also for Tessara (ex Grapetech) in Epping Cape Town , And currently working as delivery partner with Picup and UberEats. As a person ,I love sports, hiking ,reading . I would like to fly if I had the means to do so. Above all, I am open minded person, who seeks to improve each and everyday .

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“The key to unlocking complexity, is simplicity itself” This is the lesson that I have learned time and time again, not just in business, but life as well. Hence my perspective, in that we can complicate life or take a pragmatic approach. I grew up in a single parent household, with my father and younger sister, uncommon in my community whereby most single parent would be one’s mother, but this has shaped my thinking…not everything is what it seems. Firmly believe that personal and moral growth is a direct consequence of uplifting communities and protecting the vulnerable. Recently, I was the MD of a rural firefighting programme and still remains one of my passions in terms of assisting underserviced communities. I’ve worked in television, mainly satellite broadcasting, the South African revenue service, back into broadcasting, then firefighting and now green economy initiatives including a component of green building construction and manufacturing. Personally, an avid motorcycle enthusiast as well as a proponent of animal welfare. As you will notice from my pictures, motorcycles and pets. Right now, we have 10 pets, 4 dogs and 6 cats. All are adopted and some rescued, save for the German Shepherd.

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Born and raised in South-Africa by a single mother in humble surroundings. Doing Taekwondo for years and attained my International black belt with the following principles, this was apart of my childhood that guided me into my adult life: Showing courtesy to others no matter what level of society labelled them; training continuously whether I was up for it or not; showing integrity, even when no one was watching; perseverance when I wanted to give up; self control when it was difficult to compose myself and learning from my couch to have a indomitable Spirit. Finishing school it was expected of me to follow in the "Afrikaaner Man's" footsteps to have a job where you work many long hours a day, week in and week out, get your salary, sleep and repeat. My passion for music gave me the confidence to follow my heart and to head towards Cape Town for a short holiday, but I ended up staying here and studied for Audio Engineering, whilst completing my studies and gaining experience in the industry. COVID19 affected the industry drastically and I had decided to use my spare time productively by enrolling in courses such as Social Media marketing and Programming. I also started a small business where I rent out my sound equipment and host small gatherings and events. Helping friends with their business promotions and seeing how people enjoyed the events I have hosted, it made me realize that I have a passion to better others and their circumstances. Following my dreams against all odds lead me to where I am today and to appreciate every single moment by not wondering about the past or worrying about the future. Focusing on the task at hand and having it complete well within the deadline is what I strive to achieve and I love learning and gaining knowledge along the way to further myself in everything and anything I get the opportunity for. I am ready for new challenges and know that having a healthy work balance will help me to reach my full potential.

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I am ambitious and driven. I thrive on challenges and constantly set goals for myself, so I have something to strive towards. Not only that, but I’m always looking for ways and opportunities to better myself and achieve greatness. I’m highly organized, always take notes and use a series of tools to help myself stay on top of deadlines. Furthermore, I keep a clean workspace and filing system, so I’d always be able to find what I need. Also, I find this increases efficiency and helps me stay on task. In addition, I love meeting new people and learning about their stories, it always gives me new perspectives. I can almost always find common ground with strangers, and I like making them feel at home in my presence. I find this skill is especially helpful when dealing with new clients or even strangers when meeting for the first time. I am result-oriented, constantly checking in with the results to determine how close or far I am, and what it will take to make it happen. Pressure inspires and acts as a great motivator. I pride myself on making sure people have the right information because it drives better results, and I feel a sense of responsibility to keep everyone on the same page when it comes to work-related matters. I would describe my personality as a little of everything. Likewise, I am creative, adventurous, driven, curious, enthusiastic, observant, positive, and self-aware. This is what makes me easy to work with and makes the people who surround me happy to be in my presence. When it comes to my work I am attentive, helpful, patient, respectful, supportive, and very flexible. This is what I believe makes me so easy to adapt to any situation thrown my way. Life is full of ups and downs. I know this is a cliché, but this phrase summarizes my whole existence. Sometimes my life is fun, happy, and almost enviable and at times my life is sad boring, and uninspiring. I have never tried to be perfect, but one thing is true — I AM WHO I AM.

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I’m a proactive recent college graduate (International certificate in Cyber Defence) from the Institute of Advanced Cyber Defence in Sandton, South Africa. During the course of my academic career, I also managed to accrue nearly 10 years of work experience. I had the privilege of working for Absa Bank Limited as a Forex Teller and an International Banking Consultant, where I learned valuable professional skills in foreign exchange, global banking, and branch operations. While working at Absa bank, I was exposed to a culture that had a high demand of customer or client services. I learnt to be a much organised individual and now able to deal with projects at hand and also to work under enormous pressure. I was awarded Teller of the year for two consecutive years and had been an ”A” performer influencing my colleagues to do the same. The role of being second in charge at the Teller department empowered me to lead, supervise and initiate action. I empowered myself by studying and finishing a Certificate in Banking, after which I registered and obtained a Higher Diploma in Banking specialising in Treasury and International Banking. My passion for International Banking and Financial markets led me to register and obtain a certificate for Regulation and Ethics of the SA Financial Markets with the South African Institute of Financial Markets. In 2015 I wrote an article about ” My purpose and Journey” within Barclays Africa and won that competition for a trip to Robben Island to meet the then Barclays Africa CEO Maria Ramos and the late political icon Amhed Kathrada. My broad range of interests brings me into contact with the diversity of people and that talent South Africa and the world offers. I want to promote this talent and creative output especially of local people. I am a hard worker, good organizer, very good with numbers, energetic and responsible individual. I started my schooling with a desire and passion to make an impact to every situation encountered. Education has taught me that world of work does not need greater minds, but the determination and desire to what one does. In both my academic and professional life, I have been praised as a hard-working individual by my lectures and peers. Whether working on academic, extracurricular, or professional projects, I apply proven teamwork, best customer service and critical thinking skills. I’m a very spiritual person who is passionate about the well being of others. My love for God led me to dedicate each morning into writing and sharing daily prophetic words and worship songs to my entire network including friends in Europe, and also guiding some on their spiritual journeys.

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I have been involved in the music industry for the better part of my life. As a performer and creator, I have had the opportunity to entertain many people over the years. I have a great passion for music and the arts in general. As an avid reader, I take great pleasure in immersing myself in the prose of those who are highly skilled in the literary arts. This stood me in great stead when I embarked on a course in Journalism a million years ago. Although I never completed the course, certain skills have stuck with me to this day. My journalistic endeavour was eclipsed by my musical passion. A passion that has given me much joy and also lead to much heartache. Nonetheless, being a staunch collector of music, it wasn’t long before I utilised this collection, and branched out into spinning records on dance floors around the country. Having grown up in Cape Town, South Africa, in the ‘80s, I was embroiled in the struggle for freedom. Battling the apartheid regime. This struggle, which was so much a part of everyday life, gave me a sense of something bigger than myself. A sense of community and belonging to something that was more important than my own personal well-being. Generally speaking, I would like to believe that I am an artist at heart. When I say that I don't mean that I like to draw or paint or any of the other physical manifestations of art. What I mean is that I approach life as art. If that makes any sense. I am the proverbial Jack of all trades. Master of a few. I think my biggest asset is that I am always willing to learn. That is something that I intend to keep doing until the last breath escapes my body.

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"All things are possible" I love the outdoors, travelling, animals and people. I was an ardent hiker, and this allowed me to visit some of the most amazing hiking trails in South Africa. What inspires me most is the ability to positively impact the lives of others through the plethora of skills I have acquired over the many years of experience. I have the ability to add value wherever I am placed. I am energised by strategy, new challenges, and the search for the most efficient and impactful solutions. My career began in education. As an educator I enjoyed the children. I know this will always be part of who I am as I will always be passionate about teaching and will continue sharing knowledge, mentoring, and coaching, etc. I ventured into the corporate environment as I excelled with my financial skills and thought that my career would entail the chartered accountant route. I did the required academics, got the job and my focus was numbers and more numbers. Again, I was challenged because my love for people was not satisfied. I once again did a complete change in my career by studying, job shadowing and taking on projects in the learning and development and human resource departments. One of my memorable periods was asking the CFO of the organisation to give me the opportunity to split my job in two areas to show my capabilities and therefore be considered for a position that was eventually created for me. This was exciting and I thrived in this environment. I felt like I was adding value as the position focused on the growth and development of the youth, once again. I knew that I could accomplish more and add more value through venturing out on my own. I started my own business which offers the services of learning and development, strategy, human resources and finance. This has been an exciting journey with many challenges.

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Born in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, but I am currently live in South Africa (Cape Town) about 7 years I am Married to Magalie since 2018 and we have a 2 years old girl. I am a honest, ambitious, friendly, reliable and motivated person. I’m a skilled individual who has excellent training as a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA). As a result, I have good knowledge of routing, switching, network applications, protocols, services, and wireless skills. I am a self-motivated person and I try to exceed my superior’s expectations with high-quality work. Being a fast learner, I quickly pick up business knowledge related to my project. An experienced and customer service with a strong interest to increase customer satisfaction and at the same time making sure all of the operations are being done properly. I believe my strengths are that I am a person who can work under a lot of stress and have excellent communication skills which enable me to handle a leadership position as wells work in a team. I care deeply about workplace professionalism. I regard myself to be a very open-minded person, ready for a new challenge when it comes to technology. People consider me to be a social, temperament person who does not hesitate in giving my opinion for what I think and believe in. I have always enjoyed meeting new people and it comes naturally to me to maintain a lot of relationships. I love trying new things, creating new methods, and introducing new ideas. I love watching soccer, specially when Leo Messi plays, movies and playing games.

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Let's get to know Wandisile Mboxela was born in Cape Town, I’m the last born of four siblings parents background from the beautiful province of the Eastern Cape in Alice, My background was very poor parents had to move to Cape Town where all four siblings born. All my primary education, higher education done here in Cape Town, while was at school developed love for Sport, now I’m applying that love for sport to the young kids in my community keep them out of trouble, we grow up with a lot of trouble in my community now trying to chase that away, to build bright future to the young people by involving them in sport education activities, sport and education goes together if you want to build better future for others. Coming from where I came from, hard work pays, I was offered a Learnership qualification which introduced me to corporate world quite extensively. Good written and verbal communication skills in at least two of three official languages of the Western Cape, problem-solving and conflict management with good planning and organizational skills, ability to handle information as confidential and good interpersonal skills, to contribute and become part of a successful organization that motivate its employees to utilize their skill and talent effectively and efficiently, the knowledge and skills which I acquired over that period of time equipped me for future positions. I am a hard-working individual, and eager to learn, I was recently employed due to Covid-19 company layoff some staff. I was employed as Accounts Controller at Tourvest Travel Service and this involves extensive client interaction. Deliver an effective admin support service to staff and clients, communicate with suppliers regarding outstandings, verbally, via mail and telephonically. I have highly knowledge of Tourism and Hospitality which I achieved through Theta, Tourism Hospitality and Sport Education Training Authority. Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change, and I’m looking forward to be the part and the future of ZaGenie. Thank you…

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I was born in Port Elizabeth (now Gqeberha), South Africa. I’m an outgoing person who is both introverted and extroverted depending on who I’m with. I enjoy meeting and interacting with new people because I believe this is how you learn and grow as a person. I’m forever looking for new adventures or challenges. I’m a go-getter, never afraid to fail because we learn more from our failures and build character from them. I believe one is never too old to learn something new things. “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks” doesn’t apply in my life. I enjoy the outdoors, especially hiking, which has exposed me to some of the most beautiful hiking trails in South Africa. I also love taking game drives and explore our nature, especially the animals in their natural habitats. I haven’t had the opportunity to travel beyond the borders of my country. Hopefully one day I’ll travel the world, meet different people and get to experience diverse cultures and cuisines. I had dreams of becoming a medical doctor, but due to financial difficulties, I settled for a National Diploma in Biomedical Technology. At least I got to work in the medical environment with doctors and other medical personnel for about 5 years. I realised that working in a laboratory was not suitable for my personality because I love people, I enjoy interacting with different people. I enrolled for a Diploma in Marketing and that led me to the pharmaceutical industry where I combined both my medical background and the marketing qualification. I worked in Sales and Marketing departments. I also had the opportunity to turn my passion for fashion into a business adventure and started my online clothing store, which was a very exciting and challenging adventure. I leant a lot about importing and e-commerce. When motherhood happened and I took a break to become a stay home mom. I got involved in fitness and nutrition business. I realised that the entrepreneurship bug has got me and needed to empower myself to avoid mistakes I made in my previous business adventures, that is when I decided to register for a BCom degree in entrepreneurship via Unisa, which what I’m currently busy with. I am also teaching English as a foreign language online on a freelance basis. I plan to also learn one or two foreign languages as I plan to travel the world in the not-so-distant future. I’m excited about the future and learning more in this university of life.

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My Bio will tell you about my past and present. The past is important, but nothing is more important as the present ME! The Beautiful and strong ME! The ME that makes the people who know and love me happy to be in my presence, the present me is what matters. My values and morals and my way of thinking are what is important, the past was just the "making of", the preview one see's of movies and series, the past is an ancient scroll where most of my life is narrated by my parents, teachers, siblings and the other significant people who come and go from one's life, My present is the true picture of what I am and who I am so let me give you insight into who I am: I am a straight talker, yet I am loving and a helpful person who is always willing to learn new things, I follow rules only when it makes sense and is fair. I was born to a mixed-race couple in the "old South Africa (during apartheid)" while the political climate was unstable and in its rebirth stage, my mixed-race background has made me culturally rich. Ancestrally I come from a diverse lineage, I have a Scottish and Irish father, a mother with little french a little Indian (Afghan and Pakistani), I have a little of everything, which has made me the odd one out as I look different from the rest of my family, I do not fit in with the brown people, I do not fit in with the white people and there is nothing wrong with that I do not need to be labeled to feel like I belong, I am one of the reasons why our country is known as the rainbow nation a mix and mashed beautiful product of all that is good. My personality and likes have made me the odd one out and the weird one, luckily my husband is just as weird as I am, I always tell him my weird matches his weird, it makes us a perfect match, we were made for each other destined to be together almost as if it was written in the stars, a destiny fulfilled with a happy future in the ahead of us. Happy and together forever and always, I still find it hard to believe that there is someone out there who not only gets me, who understands me, my way of thinking, and the way I view the world but most importantly who LOVE'S ME for ME! I consider myself spiritual and not religious, although I was raised catholic and attended a convent, where a lot of who I am today was made. The making of ME! The Sisters of Mercy and catholicism had the opposite of the intended effect on me, I am not deeply rooted in the catholic faith, even though I had many lovable and amazing teachers and friends who made my school days worthwhile. Religion does not make sense to me and I consider much of it to be untrue, designed and shaped to manipulate and to rule the masses or one could say those who prefer not to think for themselves who would rather be sheep and led to the slaughterhouse willingly. My philosophy is this: as long as I love myself and my neighbor, I believe I'm living the right way and try to instill those principles and values in my two sons. I believe that knowing and giving Love encompasses all the values needed to live a healthy life, Love naturally breeds, respect, forgiveness, and mindfulness. Love means living from the heart when one lives from the heart it naturally voids the ego, the ego destroys the manically malevolent whereas the heart creates and builds, Love is a tool with which one can build a life rich in emotional health, enlightenment, and mental stability. Love is my church, love is my essence and if ever I am in doubt I read up on the writings left to us by all the great masters, Jesus, Muhammed, Buddha the Dalai Lama and so many more masters, some of whom are more modern and still living and basically all their writings convey the message of Love. So this me and there is more to me than what is written here, but what is written here is more than enough to get to know me better.

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I would consider myself a mix of both introverted and extroverted. I love being around and working with people, but I also enjoy my own company. I’m also very family orientated. Family is everything to me! My passions are a mix between working with/building fruitful relationships with people whether it be in the workplace or day to day life, I love helping people and bringing out the best of those around me. Outside of that, I also love doing anything to do with being outdoors. I’m always up for an adventure such as hiking, camping or even just a walk along the beach. I’m also passionate about and absolutely love animals. I’ve done horse-riding practically my entire life and it’s so therapeutic for me, to just get out into the country and get my mind off everything going on. I was born in Johannesburg, but lived the majority of my life in the beautiful mother city known as Cape Town. I’ve never got the chance to travel outside of South Africa, however it is something I have always wanted to do and I know I will accomplish in the future. In the meantime, there’s actually so many parts of my own country that I haven’t even experienced yet, so I’d love to start there. My work life has involved various industries, starting off with retail and moving on to the sales environment, both internal and external. I could say I had a certain plan for my life and career, but that all changed when I unexpectedly fell pregnant with my son. I then went from being an independent, carefree person to spending the last few months staying at home with my child. Which has honestly been life changing and I wouldn’t change a thing! However, it’s now time to get back into the working world and do everything in my power to give my son the life he deserves and one I wish I had growing up.

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Rome wasn't built in a day. I’m of a very friendly nature and love to be with people who aren’t selfish. I am ambitious and will do anything to achieve my aim - "The Universe applauds action, not thought"  I’m of a very adventurous nature and love to find good in everything I see. There are many things that make us depressed or upset, but that doesn’t mean that we stop living. You dust yourself off, honor the difficult times for the lesson it taught you, and walk away stronger and wiser. Independence and confidence were key in my life from a young age with venturing to the UK straight after school, and eventually ending up in Cape Town as my dream destination to live a happy balanced life where beautiful sunsets are part of your everyday life, and reminds you that dreams do come true. My professional life started as a labourer painting parks in the dire UK winter weather to an Insurance consultant for a huge corporate company. Getting to know me over time, it became clear that I adapt quickly and take pride in everything I do, as I strive to leave everything and everyone better than you found them. Covid-19 and the drastic changes that came with it has been the most challenging and rewarding time of my life. With a system that failed us all in so many ways, living a financially stable life is nearly impossible, but forced me to get grounded with nature and realize that the best things in life are truly free. My senses for nature, animals, and my overall humility enhanced drastically. We are all just reminded once again that nothing ever goes as planned and that losing everything including your mind might be necessary to make you realize what a strong, resilient, and galactic species we truly are. Realizing this, I am now more than ever ready to spread love and kindness whilst challenging myself with new adventures that push me out of my comfort zone. There is no other time than the present that truly matters. And in this moment, I am excited to change my reality and the lives of those around me.

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I grew up in a small farm community in the Eastern Cape. The world I knew then was only what was surrounding me; the farm, farm lands, livestock, bushes and forest and two or three other farm dweller families. That was my reality, no big cities or big townships. I never knew anything about big rivers, oceans, lots of animals, no idea of big mountains etc. When I grew up my parents moved to the city, things changed, it was a total new world. My world got so complex and vast. It was when I started visiting beaches, zoo, animal sanctuaries, visit nature reserves and botanical gardens and travelling by boats, ships and fly in aeroplanes. I am now an avid traveller, I also go for walks in the natural environments, listen to birds singing and so on. The world has so much to offer for those who grab these opportunities. As a family man, I often visit with my family to city parks, nature reserves, and lots of community projects that take care of animals and the environment. I am both an environmental and social activist, and I have spent most of my life either being involved directly in the protection of fauna and flora or training those who are involved in the same. When I travel or visit other countries, I visit mostly destinations that would offer natural and aesthetic beauty to tourists. I also have a huge interest in climate change as it is, among others, influenced by human behaviour, more especially air pollution. I am also interested in religion, more especially African Traditional religion. The reason for my interest in this branch of religion is because it is mostly nature based. In other words, it is religion that does not separate between humans and nature. For the adherents of this religion life is one and God manifests himself through nature and therefore taking care of nature is a religious duty. As an environmental and social activist, I am involved either through making financial contribution or contributing my time in community projects of different kinds. These projects would include contributing shoes to primary school learners who have no shoes, contributing money to soup kitchens for crèches and unemployed jobseekers and many other projects. I am hoping to sustain these initiatives to a level where they can help more people.

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Born on outskirts of Belgrade – Serbia in family of 4. Immigrated to South Africa in 1991 “running away” from civil war. Even though that I came to South Africa without papers, money, job or being able to speak English, I made this beautiful country my home. My career took me from being a waiter in the restaurant (my first job here) to Restaurant Manager, Sales Manager in Timeshare Company to MD and CEO of ZA Galvanizing. At the end of the August this year, I left my last position of Regional Sales Manager of EXIM International. When it comes to business, I am dedicated, punctual, loyal and organized with the skill set that made me achieve any task in front of me with the high rate of success. Privately, I am a nature and animal lover, a bit of the environmentalist and lifelong naturist. I am one of the funders and first Chairman of Western Cape Naturist Association – WCNA and South African National Naturist Association – SANNA. Passionate follower and supporter of South African Rugby and F1 Grand Prix.

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I am a 26-year-old woman, born and raised in Johannesburg, where I have lived my entire life. One of my biggest aspirations is to travel across South Africa and eventually the world. Although I was bred a city girl, my heart lies at sea. Another one of my aspirations is to own a home along the South African coast, within walking distance to the beach. I have been known as a bookworm since childhood. I always preferred to have my nose in a book rather than watching cartoons, hence my passions are reading, writing, and editing. Taking my love for books into account, I decided to study English literature, linguistics, and journalism. I have a great love for animals, and I currently have four dogs and a cat. I also love being out in nature. I am always keen to go hiking, take a trip to the beach, or take the dogs for a walk in the park. Another one of my interests is fashion. I have my own sewing machine and often create clothing for myself. I believe we are all responsible for our actions, and we decide where we want to go in life. I think if you want to do something, and you believe you can do it, you can. All you have to do is put in the effort. Nothing comes easy, but if you put the work in, you will achieve your goals and be anything you want to be. This is something I live by. I also think that building relationships and being able to work with others is extremely important. Succeeding in your endeavors often depends on how you work with and treat people, not just on what you can accomplish on your own. I have only started my journey, but I am looking forward to experiencing new things, building good relationships, and making the most out of every situation or opportunity.

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I am a 28-year-old woman who is passionate about youth work in communities across South Africa. I have volunteered my time with NGO’s specifically tailored for the youth in Cape Town, Port Shepstone and East London. I believe that the youth are capable of great things in our country and the entire world, I take great pride in mentoring young girls to believe the above-mentioned statement and to push themselves to get to their goals. The concept of hard work is simply lost in the generation of instant gratification and I believe that every person needs to learn this, starting from a young age. I have dedicated my time to schools as a sports coach, tutor and during Holiday Clubs that teach children ages 12-18 about life skills and the potential that they have. I am family oriented and believe in working hard in all areas of my life. I think of myself as an intelligent and super energetic being, I love all things that make me laugh and I am a super fun person. I am a wife and mom who is devoted and loves her family very much. I am in my final year of a Bachelor of Theology and look forward to working towards a Master’s specializing in Pastoral Care/Social work. My skills range from retail, online teaching and proofreading and editing, and I put my all in what I do. I do not believe in taking shortcuts and giving up when the going gets tough, trying and trying again is an attitude that I have taken a liking to and I pour my all in every project that I am involved in. I am a firm believer in serving others and I do that with no motives, other than to be a memory in their lives that brought hope and a new determination. That is who I am and what I stand for, to be a part of something that makes others lives better and gives them the ability to believe in themselves.

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Born and bred in beautiful Cape Town, mom to a long-awaited, witty, (inherited from me of course!), amazing, lively little 5-year-old girl, 2 dogs and 2 cats, 'my rescue children'. Married to Tomy, a senior digital content producer hailing from Tennenbronn, Germany. He is as introvert as I am extrovert – the scale balances beautifully. In my spare time (which is limited!) I sketch, paint, and try my hand at baking, while completing a mini-thesis in psychology. University after high school was not an option. I am also a seasoned HR professional, with a passion for people and process, building and maintaining great relationships form the foundation of both who I am, and what I do. And it’s a solid foundation. Hailing from the Pharmaceutical industry, I entered the world of investments about 14 years ago, where after joining as Office Manager, I moved into HR and have been in the HR sphere since. My journey has taken me on many a bumpy road, however, being a glass-half-full type, seasoned by an interesting childhood, and a solid determination to rise above, I march smilingly on. I have a passion for order, automation and software which could aid in optimization, easing transitions and processes. I am resilient with great sense of humour, always welcoming a challenge. I have a firm belief that building and nurturing relationships are paramount to success. I love meeting people and building relationships come naturally to me. I believe it’s the level of connection that counts. I am passionate about my work, I love what I do, and I do it well. I believe that doing what you love is a privilege. Yet, I still long for something more philanthropic in life. To give back, be it ever so small. Being an eternal optimist and peppered with life’s-experiences, I have been shaped into the person I am today. Pragmatic, passionate, and humble. An enormous amount of grit coupled a with good dose of grace! I am not done growing yet, not by a long shot, there are too many interesting, inspiring people to meet along the way, and there is always something to learn and something to contribute in life. It’s the journey that counts and I enjoy every step.

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I board people’s family pets for prolonged stays, preferably to ease the stress of worrying about their pets in cages. I have been doing the boarding for almost a year now and have a repeat doggo whom I love very much and his month stay is always a blessing. I fostered puppies and cats for shelters and they’ve all been adopted, I rescued a Staffordshire terrier from an outreach with a friend and healed him from the horrible mange he had and he got adopted by someone who flew from JHB and drove back up and now he lives the king life he deserves.

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I am Alonzo Van Aarde, born on 9th July 2002. I was raised in Cape Town, South Africa, I am the oldest son out of 6 children, Recently (last year 2020) I have matriculated in my hometown, Mitchell’s plain. I never quite had a fixed job, but I have had my fair share of holiday jobs in a shoe store, it was called first stop shoes in a shopping complex close to home. In my free time, I would work private jobs with my father and doing shop fitting and house renovations all over Cape Town. I loved helping my father out. It was also a way for me to have extra pocket money. I also worked at a Taylor blinds company, whereby the production of blinds called Taylor blinds in Montague gardens. I took part in various programs whilst at school, namely, in leadership development skills with a NPO called M.O.V.E and another called J.A.M, where I was taught to run my own business. This was done during my schooling, I have obtained certificates for these courses. These two courses were done over a period of 12 months, I was also an RCL members as well as a Prefect at my school. I am also part of a group called M.O.C (mission of Christ), where I furthered my leadership skills but in a more spiritual sense, in doing so we take part in outreach programs and preach the gospel. I speak fluently English and Afrikaans. I am currently studying Japanese, because I am intrigued by it. I am computer literate, Microsoft enabled as well as Linux. I am also a musician. In my spare time, I teach people to play an instrument and also to read music. I also write my own music as well as produce music. I use this skill to help many young and upcoming artists. I work with an Organization called My Child Is Your Child, Creating a platform where young people can showcase their talents and make something out of themselves. I live in a rough community where children are killing children and I’ve joined this organization to make a change in a community through various forms of art. My hobbies are, playing different sporting activities, going to the gym, writing music and drawing portraits.

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Born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa, I am a 22-year-old who could be described as ambitious, hardworking, and a perfectionist. I enjoy being challenged with new tasks, as I believe discomfort allows one to grow and learn. I enjoy teamwork, but I am also capable of working on my own. I believe that communication is an important aspect of any relationship, especially professional ones, as it doesn’t leave any room for errors or misunderstandings. Therefore, I pride myself on being a skilled communicator. I am organised, goal-driven, and I find it very hard to set a task down once I have started. I may not have the most extroverted personality, but I do enjoy socialising with others in any setting. I recently graduated with a BA in English and Communication Science. While completing my degree, I worked as an editorial intern at Highbury Media, where I gained first-hand experience in editing, publishing, and social media management. I was also able to sharpen my writing skills, which came in handy as I went on to work as a freelance writer for ClubX Magazine for over a year. Even though I do not have years of experience behind me, I am, however, eager to learn. And a fresh mind is always a benefit. When it comes to my free time, I enjoy reading, writing, and painting. I am also currently learning Italian and intend on tackling many other foreign languages.

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I am a positive, happy person who loves all aspects of my life. I love the beach, animals and children. I am a people’s person. I grew up in the Kruger Park and that is where my love for animals and people comes from. Love working with people from all over the world. I have three beautiful children and an amazing mom whom I adore. I received the most precious gift of all very recently when I was blessed by becoming a grandmother. Like most young people and since I can remember, I had a dream… I just wanted to be a teacher when I grow up. Like a lot of young people, I did not have the means to pursue my dream. At the age of sixteen, I started working in the Kruger Park tourist shop as a cashier during school holidays. Naturally, when I matriculated and because I could not attend a college or university to study what my heart desired, I started working for SANParks. I worked in different departments from the tourist shop to finally being promoted to year in advance bookings at SANParks head office. I will always want to be a teacher in my heart, but never will I be disappointed for the foundation I had. Working for SANParks gave me the opportunity, confidence and knowledge to work with tourists from all over the world. They had a huge hand in the way I see people and the quality of work I offer. I will always be thankful. I am a loyal, loving, understanding, empathetic and kind individual. I learned a lot about people over the years. People tend to confide in me and I am a very good listener. I can solve problems easily because people listen to me and usually follow my advice. It makes it a lot easier to solve problems in the work place concerning personnel and clients too. I have a sixth sense about people and it usually turns out to be spot on. The way in which I treat people, they will follow my orders without question. I learned a lot during my years working for different companies and working in different departments and environments. I know how to handle myself and every situation and challenge I am faced with. I am hard-working and not afraid to learn new things. I am a quick learner and I always follow through on everything I do. Even if it is a new challenge, I have to tackle and always give a hundred and one percent doing everything that has to be done. I am not afraid to walk the extra mile and to do everything to the best of my ability. I gained a lot of professional work experience. This includes... working as a reservations officer, receptionist, personal assistant, bookkeeper, financial administrator, school tutor and even running my own business for several years. I loved all the careers I pursued, but my favorite by far was the work I have done with clients. It would be a honor and privilege to invest the experience I have gained and the skills I have mastered into your company and to share it with the world.

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I am passionate about my work. Because I love what I do, I have a steady source of motivation that drives me to do my best. In my last job, this passion led me to challenge myself daily and learn new skills that helped me to do better work. I am ambitious and driven. I thrive on challenge and constantly set goals for myself, so I have something to strive toward. I’m not comfortable settling, and I’m always looking for an opportunity to do better and achieve greatness. I am highly organized. I always take notes, and I use a series of tools to help myself stay on top of deadlines. I like to keep a clean workspace and create a logical filing method, so I’m always able to find what I need. I find this increases efficiency and helps the rest of the team stay on track. I’m a people-person. I love meeting new people and learning about their lives and their backgrounds. I can almost always find common ground with strangers, and I like making people feel comfortable in my presence. I find this skill is especially helpful when kicking off projects with new clients. A little about myself... I grew up in the Kruger National Park and spent most of my days playing with the baby animals. My favourite part of the day was going down to the rehabilitation center to feed the baby elephants. The saddest was at night, when you could hear them cry for their mothers. My favourite memory occurred on a late summer night. My nephew, my brother and myself went down to the local swimming pool to cool down abit. We enjoyed a wonderful night and eventually started getting our things together to head home. Upon reaching the gate to get to the car, we realised that we were trapped inside. There was definitely no getting out for a while, as a pack of wild dogs decided to inspect the car and take a nap right next to the gate. That's where my fascination with predators came along. At one point, our neighbors even had a pet lioness! As you can gather, I LOVE the nature. Always expect the unexpected! I'm also an accident magnet... I'll find that one brick that isn't level and trip over it. Once, I even straight up walked into a lamp pole at Spar. The poor old lady in the car in front of us didn't know whether to laugh or ask if I was okay ! I'm very outspoken and I'm not shy to admit my faults. Basically, I'm an open book. What you can't see, I'll gladly tell you all about it.

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Marketing Consultant @ Colombo, Sri Lanka MBA (UK), Certified professional Marketer (Asia), Chartered Marketer, MCIM (UK), PGDipM (UK), MSLIM (SL) During my tenure in Audit firm, Financial Industry, Media Organization, Educational Institute, Retail Industry, Petroleum Industry, FMCG Company, Entrepreneur & Marketing Consultant, I gained wealth of knowledge & experience, all spiced with a well-honed instinct for positive marketing. With over twenty Four years of relevant experience I am adept at executing any tasks associated with the job. Marketing Consultant - (01/ 2021 – to date) Designed & implemented marketing strategies according to client’s objectives and budget, execute task and monitoring outcomes. Influenced team members to establish most effective tools & methods, liaised with top Mgt & give strategic direction & findings. DGM – Marketing - (09/2019 – 12/ 2020) Lanka Sathosa Ltd (LSL) - Ministry of Trade Awarded & won SLIM - Nielsen People’s Awards for LSL, planned & implemented all marketing & advertising campaigns and increased imaged. Drives traffic to store & improved profitability by creating operational in-store action plans, designed & streamlined business strategies, turning around the company (LSL) by increasing foot fall level & basket value. Alliance with Pickme and Postal Dpt. tested and delivered groceries to customers’ doorstep, managed to design of LSL web site, developed & launched e-commerce platform & simplified website booking forms and also achieved the highest sales of Rs.17.5Bn in first half 2020 at LSL history. General Manager - (08/2017 –09/ 2019) Infinity Foods (Pvt) Ltd - Market Trader (Pvt) Ltd Responsibility of the overall imported beverages and snacks foods portfolio and tested viability, including strategy direction and P&L. Leveraged new ideas to improved overall business, maintained of all KPI’s and in charge of the Mkt budget and reinforced the brand image. Brand Manager - (08/2015 –08/2017) Lanka Spice (Pvt) Ltd (LSL) - “Mc Currie” Delivered properly the marketing mix, simplified website of “Mc Currie” to increase the profitability, comprehensive strategic PR programs for the exploitation of LSL, channel marketing strategy, excellence in trade execution & secured top tier events for marketing & developed new slogan. Developed and presented the TV commercial to build image of the “Mc Currie” position as a premium brand in the minds of target market segment, turnaround of brand performance & maximized turnover of the year 2016. Head of Sales & Marketing - (03/2011 - 07/2015) The Golden Lane Shops - Maldives Exceeded Mrf.10.2M sales for month of July 2011 in “GL” history, Coached team members to improve their skills & achieved work quality. Responsible for rebranded “GL Style” into one of the strongest sports & casual ware brands in the Maldives, has been able to achieved double digits’ growth, successfully handle commercials in Dhi T/V, MNBC, Raajje Radio and adverts on Haveeru newspapers to increased the awareness. Work as a part-time Consultant / Trainer for The Hawks (Pvt) Ltd, (B2B Business) in Male, Maldives - (1/11/2012-11/2//2015) Brand Manager - (02/2008 – 03/2011) Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) Managed & maintained two brands, which were the Buckinghamshire new university MBA (BUCKS) & Certified Professional Marketer (CPM) status at the AMF and led colleagues and delegated teams to monitor sales. I was an active part of the team that launched "BUCKS MBA" program in Sri Lanka and monitor overall performance of the two brands. Published adverts, strategic alliances with advertising & media agencies, coordinate with head office in UK effectively build brand image in SL. Business Development. Executive. - (04/2005 – 02/ 2008) Wijeya Newspapers Ltd (WNL) An accomplished Mgt. executive for the launch of “IT Times” brand in SL. Identified innovative marketing campaigns, negotiated with major supermarkets to successful distribution of magazine of the in Island wide and delivered to Sri Lankan Airlines as well & increased the penetration level. Senior Marketing Executive. - (09/2003 – 04/ 2005) Leader Investment (Pvt) Ltd (Forex) Presented for real-time Forex trading advisory services to clients, ensuring they gain maximum return on investment & won customer confidence, reduced & resolved complained, ensured that all clients data was safely stored. Build network with top line customers. I was an active part of the team in opening a new branch office in Kandy City and led trained & motivated team to manage profitability. Chairman / Managing Director - (12/2001 – 09/2003) AMS Holdings (“SAP” Tea) Responsible for the launched “SAP” brand of tea and negotiated the longer payment terms with suppliers, reduced short expired return stock and saved money, ensured the optimal brand visibility of "SAP" tea. Improved overall penetration of “SAP” range of tea southern provincial area, suburbs of Colombo as well as some of identified supermarket in the country and maximized sales and streamlined the route plan. Established to worked as a Group Internal Audit Assistant at Sumathi Holdings & presented new findings to the Mgt.- (03/2000 -12/ 2001) During my career as an Audit Trainee at B.R.de Silva & Company, I have managed to visit varies types of companies - (04/1997 - 03/2000) Produced Student at St. Aloysius College – Galle, Sri Lanka (1979 – 1993)

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I am outgoing, dedicated and love new challenges! I believe that a person should work on developing their skills and learning new things all the time. I love sports gaming and fishing during my “downtime”. I believe treating people with integrity and respect will always yield great relationships. I love spending as much time as I can with my family and loved ones. I believe that working together as a whole, we can achieve great things. I am very optimistic and very open-minded when dealing with day-to-day life. I love my animals as they truly bring the best out of me if I have had a long challenging day. Working as a Manager in the Hospitality industry for nearly a decade I have learnt many valuable lessons and feel I have grown each year bringing great personality, enthusiasm and constructive ideas to the table. I have a positive outlook on life and I wish to share that positivity with you someday! Showing compassion for others in this industry and any industry, I believe will always get positive results. I am, because we are. Bound together in ways that are invisible, humanity is all about being one. Caring unconditionally, and sharing with everyone around us. Combining a salient philosophy of caring and sharing, with the strength of unity and community. We can determine the course of humanity and our destiny, by challenging the digital status quo. “I am, because we are. Together.”

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WorldQuant University is an accredited not-for-profit advancing global education with entirely free offerings in data sciences. The mission of WorldQuant University is to make advanced, quality education accessible to capable students everywhere by leveraging technology at scale to deliver entirely free online programs. Education is most effective when educators, employers, and students work together to create pathways for mutual success. Technology makes advanced learning locally available across geographies and enhances outcomes by connecting capable candidates and prospective employers. With student enrollment in more than one hundred countries, our MSc in Financial Engineering Program and Applied Data Science module deliver rigorous curriculum developed by domain experts. From anywhere in the world, students are guided by professionally experienced faculty to develop the high-level quantitative and data-driven skills in high demand across industries. WorldQuant University is U.S.-based and accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). Every major industry is growing its soft-quant and hard-quant workforce. With every passing year, more employers want job applicants with data science and analytics skills. We can’t educate qualified people fast enough. We’re using financial engineering and data science education to build multidisciplinary strengths students can apply to their future careers. There are many obstacles to inspiring the next generation of data-driven experts. Cost shouldn’t be one of them. Our offerings are entirely free. We are committed to helping the most capable students advance themselves and improve the world through data science.

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I was born in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, but raised in Jozini, Kwa-Zulu Natal and a Diver at heart. School Holidays were spent on the beach and in the ocean at Sodwana Bay. My Passion for acting started at a young age when I was approached by my arts teacher to play the lead as “Joseph” in that year’s school play, “Joseph and his technicolor dream coat”. In 2006, I moved to Saldanha bay Naval Base to conduct my basic training and upon completion, reported to Simon’s Town Naval Base Diving Centre. I worked at the Naval Diving Centre until mid- 2007, but reported for duty aboard SAS Spioenkop (Naval Warship) later that year and for the rest of my stay in the SA Navy. I resigned from the SA Navy at the end of 2009 to further pursue my childhood passion for acting, after it had been re-ignited back in 2007, when a Production Company came to shoot the one part series, “Diver’s Down”, at the Naval Diving Base where I was stationed. Since then, I performed numerous small roles in Films and TV Shows with goals and aspirations to become a successful actor in the industry. Years later and struggling in the industry, I started a Photography business in 2017 shooting headshots for actors in the industry and also specializing in Real Estate Photography. I also worked in the hospitality industry during this time, working my way up to head of staff at a fine dining Italian Restaurant in the Bellville area of Cape Town. In December 2018, I made the very hard decision to hang up my Actor’s hat and retire from the industry, as I needed to make a change. So with a fire in my belly and a pursuit of a new career, I embarked on an old passion within the boating world. I completed my Yacht Master Coastal and SAS Day Skipper certificate followed by a plane ticket to Nice, France. I spent a month walking countless amounts of steps that would make “Discovery Vitality” proud on the docks of the various harbors, handing out my CV in an attempt to book work as crew on board. With a few days worth of day work under the belt and finally booking an interview for a possible crew position, my visa expired and I needed to come home. Luckily, I was being strongly considered for a position aboard, but I needed to wait for the boat to come out of the drydock. With this, I flew back to SA with a hopeful heart, knowing that I would soon return to France. As things go, the opportunity was cancelled (Owner preferred a merger of the two available roles and he preferred a female). What to do now? Unemployed and with depleted finances of not being able to return, I started looking for work and was unemployed until Sept the same year when I finally got an opportunity to begin work as a Junior Site Supervisor for a Construction Business (not ideal, but hey challenge accepted and gotta pay dem bills son!). I have since then worked for the same company, building weigh bridges, expanding warehouses, pouring concrete floors and laying paving. I have learned so much and have grown allot since then. Recently I approached and dusted off my photography equipment again and am in the process of starting this up as well. Being in the construction industry has sparked allot of ideas and have given me a new passion for real estate, especially as an Investor. People tend to describe me as ambitious, hardworking, punctual and goal-oriented. I have high attention to detail and work really well in both a team environment and on my own. I am proactive, a problem solver and creative at heart. I won’t stop until the project or task is completed. More personally, I enjoy the outdoors, love being fit and healthy and spending my off time with my most valuable assets; family and friends. Short term goals: – To learn and grow the new skills required to perform given tasks efficiently and with excellence. -To prove myself a valuable asset, as a hardworking, dependable and trustworthy individual to my fellow colleagues, managers and seniors. Long term goals: -To become one of the best in my department and be seen as the go-to guy for a specific job or task. -To become manager and coach to younger generations looking to enter my industry. -To eventually run a team of managers, teaching them to effectively run their teams with excellence. I believe in serving others with excellence. The effort you put in will reap the results you desire. I also believe that being truthful, respectful and trustworthy are very important keys to success and I strive to live by these principles daily.

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I am passionate about my work. Because I love what I do, I have a steady source of motivation that drives me to do my best. In my last job, this passion led me to challenge myself daily and learn new skills that helped me to do better work. I am ambitious and driven. I thrive on challenges and constantly set goals for myself, so I have something to strive toward. I’m not comfortable settling, and I’m always looking for an opportunity to do better and achieve greatness. I am an excellent communicator. I pride myself on making sure people have the right information because it drives better results. Most business issues stem from poor communication, so I feel a responsibility to keep everyone on the same page. I am results-oriented, constantly checking in with the goal to determine how close or how far away we are and what it will take to make it happen. I find this pressure inspiring and a great motivator for the rest of the team. I am highly organized. I always take notes, and I use a series of tools to help myself stay on top of deadlines. I like to keep a clean workspace and create a logical filing method, so I’m always able to find what I need. I find this increases efficiency and helps the rest of the team stay on track, too. I’m a people-person. I love meeting new people and learning about their lives and their backgrounds. I can almost always find common ground with strangers, and I like making people feel comfortable in my presence.

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Education First (EF) provides life-changing education for global citizens. For over 50 years, our mission has been to give confidence and freedom to people of all ages, nationalities and backgrounds. With the desire to define your own path in life, and a little courage, Education First opens up a world of possibilities. We transform dreams into international opportunities. We combine language training with cultural exchange, academic achievement and educational travel to deliver courses and programs that transform dreams into international opportunities. In the early 1960s, a young Swedish man named Bertil Hult traveled to England for the first time. As a dyslexic, school had always been a challenge for him. But he was surprised by how effortlessly he picked up English in England. Bertil became convinced that traditional classroom-based teaching was not always the most effective. In 1965, he decided to start a small company called Europeiska Ferieskolan (European Holiday School – EF for short) that combined language learning with travel abroad. He called the program Språkresor, or Language Travel, which provided one of the world's first hands-on learning experiences outside the classroom. Today, experiential learning is a cornerstone of modern education. For Education First, it has been the philosophy behind every program for 50 years. This simple but effective way to learn has helped us become the world’s largest educational organization.

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La Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) fue fundada el 21 de septiembre de 1551 con el nombre de la Real y Pontificia Universidad de México. Es la más grande universidad de México e Iberoamérica. Tiene como propósito primordial estar al servicio del país y de la humanidad, formar profesionistas útiles a la sociedad, organizar y realizar investigaciones, principalmente acerca de las condiciones y problemas nacionales, y extender con la mayor amplitud posible, los beneficios de la cultura. El campus de la UNAM, llamado Ciudad Universitaria (CU), se ubica al sur de la Ciudad de México. Su construcción estuvo a cargo de algunos de los arquitectos y artistas mexicanos más destacados del siglo XX y fue declarado Patrimonio de la Humanidad por la UNESCO en 2007.​ La UNAM ha desempeñado un papel protagónico en la historia y en la formación de México. Las tareas sustantivas de esta institución pública, autónoma y laica son la docencia, la investigación y la difusión de la cultura. A lo largo de su historia, la UNAM ha estado comprometida con la promoción de la educación en todos los niveles sociales, especialmente en áreas científicas y tecnológicas, por lo que es considerada una de las instituciones con mayor impacto cultural y científico de Iberoamérica. Además, se trata de la institución mexicana de mayor impacto en lo que respecta a la publicación e investigación académica y científica. Prueba de ello es el hecho de que todos los laureados con el Premio Nobel en México son egresados de esta casa de estudios. De entre los tanto reconocimiento que ha recibido, destaca ​el Premio Príncipe de Asturias de Comunicación y Humanidades, otorgado en 2009. En el mundo académico es reconocida como una universidad de excelencia. La UNAM responde al presente y mira el futuro como el proyecto cultural más importante de México. La UNAM es un espacio de libertades. En ella se practica cotidianamente el respeto, la tolerancia y el diálogo. La pluralidad de ideas y de pensamiento es apreciada como signo de su riqueza y nunca como factor de debilidad.

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SPEAK is a language and cultural exchange program that allows people to learn a language in an informal and relaxed context. The program was founded in Portugal in 2012, is present in 25 cities, offers exchanges in 55 languages, and has participants from 198 countries. SPEAK brings together newcomers and locals living in the same city through community-led language groups and cultural exchange events, both online and in presence. To participate, one can simply access the program site, choose the city of residence and select a language group or event. The goal of the program is to offer people the opportunity to improve their conversation skills, learn about the culture of others, and share their own. The principle of the program is the idea that participants can learn from each other, discover common interests and make new friends, breaking down barriers and overthrowing prejudices. Each language group is made up of between 4 and 10 participants, who are accompanied by two “buddies” that teach their native language or any other language with which they are familiar. “Buddies” are not professional teachers; they are volunteers who want to share their knowledge of a language and learn from others in a dynamic and open context. Anyone can become a “buddy” and attend the other groups as well as the events. Each language group has two levels, basic and conversational, and consists of 12 sessions of 90 minutes. In addition, SPEAK has a team of ambassadors who organize cultural events where those who decide to participate have the opportunity to share their experiences, practice the language of their preference, and meet other members of the community. The events are held regularly and the language groups are opened monthly according to the availability of “buddies” and the demand in each city. “The best way to learn a language is by using it. You will do most of the talking during sessions and you’ll practice everyday conversations that you can use everywhere”.

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Moorabbin Aviation Services is a flight training organisation who conduct training in fixed wing aeroplanes for beginners through to Commercial Pilot Licence and beyond. Our Flight Training Operations are conducted from Moorabbin Airport Victoria Australia. We offer training course’s for both local and International students Registered Training Organisation ID 22495 and CRICOS Training Provider Code 02530B. Training courses offered are Private Pilots Licence, Commercial Pilots Licence, Multi Engine Command Instrument rating, Night VFR Rating and Multi Engine Conversion training and the following Austudy approved Vocational Course’s Certificate IV in Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence) AVI40108 and Diploma in Aviation (Instrument Flight Operations).

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Victoria University is a public research university based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is a dual-sector tertiary institution providing courses in both higher education and Technical and Further Education. 2016 marked VU's centenary as an educational institution and its 25th anniversary as a university. Our vocational education programs (often referred to as TAFE) produce industry-focused, work-ready graduates with a wide range of national vocational education and training qualifications. Purpose-built diplomas are also offered that pathway directly into bachelor degrees. Our undergraduate degrees prepare students for careers in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors across a wide range of subject areas. Industry-relevant postgraduate programs are designed to further careers by deepening or broadening areas of professional expertise. Our research higher degree courses are seen as gateways to careers in research and development.

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La Universidad Central de Venezuela (UCV) es una universidad pública ubicada en la ciudad de Caracas, capital de Venezuela. Fue fundada en 1721 por el Rey Felipe V de España y es considerada la universidad más antigua e importante del país. En la actualidad, cuenta con 11 facultades compuestas por múltiples escuelas e institutos y alberga la segunda biblioteca más grande del país, así como el jardín botánico de Caracas. En el siglo XX, debido a la migración europea generada por la Guerra Civil Española y la Segunda Guerra Mundial, la UCV se convirtió en el espacio donde renombrados intelectuales, científicos y artistas europeos encontraron las condiciones propicias para desarrollar sus ideas e impulsar el valor de la institución en el marco de la sociedad venezolana, convirtiéndola en una de las universidades más influyentes de América Latina. Andrés Bello, Francisco de Miranda, José María Vargas, José Gregorio Hernández, Alejo Carpentier, Luis Razetti y Juan David García Bacca son solo algunas de las personalidades más relevantes que han pasado por las aulas de la UCV. La sede principal de la UCV, la Ciudad Universitaria de Caracas, fue fundada en 1954 y es uno de los lugares más simbólicos de la capital venezolana. Fue diseñada por el arquitecto Carlos Raúl Villanueva, quien la concibió como un espacio de síntesis entre la arquitectura y el arte. Las obras de 28 de los artistas más vanguardistas de la época en América Latina se encuentran dispersas por el campus, entre las cuales destacan las Nubes Flotantes de Alexander Calder, murales de Victor Vasarely, Wifredo Lam, Fernand Léger, y esculturas de Jean Arp y Henri Laurens. La Ciudad Universitaria de Caracas fue declarada patrimonio de la humanidad por la UNESCO en el año 2000. La UCV tiene como misión crear, asimilar y difundir el saber mediante la investigación y la enseñanza, completar la formación integral iniciada en los ciclos educacionales anteriores y formar los equipos profesionales y técnicos que necesita la nación para su desarrollo y progreso. Los objetivos fundamentales de la institución son: fomentar la investigación de nuevos conocimientos en beneficio del bienestar y progreso del ser humano, de la sociedad y del desarrollo independiente de la nación; dirigir la enseñanza hacia la formación integral de profesionales y a la capacitación del individuo en función de las necesidades de la sociedad y su desarrollo; y participar en la solución de problemas sociales nacionales. Por su papel en el desarrollo de la historia de Venezuela, la UCV es reconocida como “La casa que vence las sombras”, frase que da comienzo a la segunda estrofa del himno de la institución.

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The University of Sydney was founded in 1850 as a public institution of higher education. The University has a vast history covering many aspects of intellectual, scientific and socio-political life in Australia. Below are pathways to explore our history. The University was founded on two main principles — religious tolerance and the admission of students on academic merit. The first principle ensured students were admitted regardless of religious belief. The second, that students ‘matriculated’ to university by passing an academic examination. Both ideas were new ways of thinking about universities in the mid-nineteenth century and challenged traditional university models. They emerged out of serious conversations in Britain and Europe about the purpose of universities and were adapted by our founders to create a university to suit the colonial circumstances of New South Wales.

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Western Sydney University values academic excellence, integrity and the pursuit of knowledge. Ranked in the top two per cent of unis in the world, we are globally focused, research-led and committed to making a positive impact on the communities we engage with. Western Sydney University offers $25 million in scholarships every year, which includes a generous range of University and donor-funded opportunities. As a student at Western Sydney University, you become part of a dynamic, thriving and culturally rich community. There are diverse opportunities for sport and recreation, entertainment, going out and engaging with the community – both on and off campus.

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Notre Dame is a private Catholic University, extending from the West Coast of Australia in the beautiful and historic City of Fremantle, to the North-West town of Broome and across the continent to the heart of Sydney. We embrace the ancient and esteemed traditions of Catholic Universities in Europe, North America and 2000 years of the Catholic Intellectual Tradition. We welcome people of all faiths or none at all. As an academic community, we welcome open and rigorous enquiry, debate and discussion. We have an enrolment of over 12,000 students and offer a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Our student experience, employment and graduate outcomes are among the very best in Australia. We provide our students with the theoretical knowledge and professional skills which will empower them to realise their potential, build interconnectedness with all peoples and willingly serve the community through active participation, engagement and reflection. We have a powerful commitment to honouring the individual and recognise that each student is graced with their own gifts and talents. We believe that higher education should prepare students for a rich, fulfilling and reflective life, not just a career path. We are a modern Catholic University, operating in a world in which the vast speed of change is felt in nearly all aspects of our daily lives. We bring to bear our traditions and our values to engage in scholarship and research, to address the developments and challenges of the modern world, to serve the common good and to assist all our students to achieve the academic excellence that we promote and expect.

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Edith Cowan University (ECU) provides the ideal learning environment for people who want to reach their potential. Located in Western Australia, our industry-relevant teaching and research, supportive study environment and award-winning facilities enable ECU students to do more than just survive in this world – they thrive in it. Established in 1991, ECU took the opportunity to reshape the way higher education is delivered in a distinctive and inspiring campus environment. ECU courses are developed in consultation with industry, and teaching staff have extensive industry experience and networks. It’s why ECU students can expect placement opportunities, fieldwork, practicums and networking events as part of their studies. This approach has been rewarded with five-star ratings for undergraduate teaching quality over the past fifteen years, along with consistently high ratings for overall education experience and skills development, as reported in the Good Universities Guide. ECU’s world-class research strives to make a difference to the community in Western Australia and beyond. ECU focuses on working with our communities, business and government organisations to solve real-world problems. The University was named after Edith Dircksey Cowan, the first woman to be elected to an Australian Parliament. Her life was dedicated to the belief that education was the key to growth, change and improvement in society. Her example informs ECU’s values, as we pride ourselves in developing capable graduates who lead engaged and productive lives in the communities in which they live and work.

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I am 56 years old and love life ! and am engaged to a wonderful man and we have been together for 9 years. I have 1 son who lives in Houston, Texas with his lovely wife and my 2 beautiful grandchildren. I have 1 sister who is sadly disabled. She has Motor Neuron Disease and is paralysed from the neck down. She has had this debilitating illness since 1998. I care very deeply for her and continue to walk this hard, painful journey with her. I would love to one day open up a strung of Care Homes called Mandy in honour of her. Watching your disabled sister struggle every day has been heartbreaking, but through this I have learnt the art of caring, giving and kindness. To be able to help and be there for those less fortunate than you is a heartwarming experience and exceptionally rewarding. My passion is travelling – I absolutely LOVE IT ! My sport is Golf and because I have such an adventurous, extrovert personality I also love a lot of other things like Boating, Fishing, Cooking, Drinking wine and socialising. The list is so long because I am always willing to try new things and experience new places. I am an extrovert in personality and love bringing out the best in people. My profession at the moment is a Key accounts Manager for a Surgical Equipment company. I have been with them for 14 years. I have vast experience in Sales and Customer service and represent my company by calling on all Hospitals – Private and Provincial – throughout the entire Eastern Cape. I work with doctor’s in theatre and am skilled in the sale of Medical Equipment for Trauma, Gynie, Urology, General Surgery, Cardiology, Neurology, Gastro-Enterology, Ultrasound etc. Prior to being a Surgical Rep I was a Medical Rep for 20 years calling on General Practioners, Pharmacists and Physicians selling Pharmaceutical Drugs. I also have experience in the setting up of Vaccine Clinics and GIT Units. My passion is service and looking after my customers. I love to make a difference in everything that I do and work hard. I love to make people smile ! I am a great organiser and get things done. I am very loyal in business and in my private life and am committed to whatever I sign up for. You will always be able to rely on me. I would say that I am a Spiritual person. I have a genuine passion for seeking out the truth of all things. And placing myself on a sacred path of self discovery. I learn every day and try to live my life with a curious, grateful heart. I believe we can all be kind if we want to be and we can all make a difference in someone’s life if we want to. I want to make a difference in the world ! I know I can.

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My name is Luis Guillermo Castro Martin. I am a philosopher specialized in philosophy of mind and language. In particular, I am interested in the nature of consciousness, and the way in which we experience and interpret the world. I started my studies at the Central University of Venezuela in 2006, where I obtained a bachelor’s degree in philosophy (2011) and a master’s degree in logic and philosophy of science (2015). In 2012, the university offered me a position as a professor of philosophy and I taught several courses there until 2017, when I enrolled in a PhD program at the University of Genoa, Italy. I have also published several papers in philosophy journals and participated in various international events. In 2020, while writing my PhD thesis, I realized that I had been immersed in philosophy for too long and decided to use my experience to rejoin the real world. In my years studying philosophy, I have learned many things, but the most important is that the world is what we make of it, there is no ultimate truth, no final word. We create our reality. Knowledge has somehow separated us from others and nature, perhaps it can also reunite us. Although I was born in Venezuela, my family is a blending of different nationalities and traditions. I have lived and studied in different countries, which are all part of who I am and what I want to be. My actions define me, not my nationality or my origins. I do not believe in borders or limits; they are only in our minds. The sensation of not belonging can be liberating, once we realize that, by not belonging somewhere, we belong everywhere. I speak three languages (Spanish, English, and Italian) and I enjoy learning from other cultures, as well as transmitting the values of my own. I also enjoy music, sports and nature. I am the author of “Fragments of Mind” on Substack. A space for thinking outside the box, while discussing philosophical matters.

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Established in 1999, our Training Academy is synonymous with some of the finest pilot training schools worldwide. We offer helicopter and aeroplane pilot training courses to local and international students at our pilot training schools in Durban and Mossel Bay, South Africa. We are committed to enhancing; skills development, technology transfer and pilot career opportunities in the aviation industry. The Academy attracts highly qualified, motivated and passionate ground school and flying instructors, ensuring students of the finest academically structured courses. At Starlite Aviation Training Academy, we are known for our stringent safety and quality standards. Our proven track record operating on 5 continents in over 88 countries validates our experience. We offer competitive aeroplane, helicopter and drone training course prices. We tailor your pilot training to suit your lifestyle. Training programmes are unique to your requirements. Aircraft availability. We ensure that there are sufficient aircraft to cope with the increasing demand for pilot training. We assist with arranging comfortable accommodation for the duration of your training.

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The University of Cape Town (UCT) is South Africa's oldest university, and is one of Africa's leading teaching and research institutions. UCT was founded in 1829 as the South African College, a high school for boys. The College had a small tertiary-education facility that grew substantially after 1880, when the discovery of gold and diamonds in the north – and the resulting demand for skills in mining – gave it the financial boost it needed to grow. The College developed into a fully fledged university during the period 1880 to 1900, thanks to increased funding from private sources and the government. During these years, the College built its first dedicated science laboratories, and started the departments of mineralogy and geology to meet the need for skilled personnel in the country's emerging diamond and gold-mining industries. Another key development during this period was the admission of women. In 1886 the Professor of Chemistry, Paul Daniel Hahn, convinced the Council to admit 4 women into his chemistry class on a trial basis. Owing to the exceptional standard of work by the women students, the College decided to admit women students permanently in honour of Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee in 1887. The years 1902 to 1918 saw the establishment of the Medical School, the introduction of engineering courses and a Department of Education. UCT was formally established as a university in 1918, on the basis of the Alfred Beit bequest and additional substantial gifts from mining magnates Julius Wernher and Otto Beit. The new university also attracted substantial support from well-wishers in the Cape Town area and, for the first time, a significant state grant. In 1928, the university was able to move the bulk of its facilities to the magnificent site at Groote Schuur on the slopes of Devil's Peak. It was here, on land bequeathed to the nation by Cecil John Rhodes as the site for a national university, that UCT celebrated its centenary the following year. Apart from establishing itself as a leading research and teaching university in the decades that followed, UCT earned itself the nickname "Moscow on the Hill" during the period 1960 to 1990 for its sustained opposition to apartheid, particularly in higher education. The university admitted its first small group of black students in the 1920s. The number of black students remained relatively low until the 1980s and 90s, when the institution, reading and welcoming the signs of change in the country, committed itself to a deliberate and planned process of internal transformation. From the 1980s to the early 1990s, the number of black students admitted to the university rose by 35 percent. By 2004, nearly half of UCT's 20 000 students were black and just under half of the student body was female. Today, we have one of the most diverse campuses in South Africa. Today, against the backdrop of a rapidly changing and diversifying democratic society, UCT is implementing an action guide on transformation looking at issues such as: staff diversity, student equity and access, the curriculum, leadership and governance, attitudes and behaviour. The university has 6 faculties - Commerce, Engineering & the Built Environment, Law, Health Sciences, Humanities and Science – which are all supported by the Centre for Higher Education Development, which addresses students' teaching and learning needs. Among its more than 100 000 alumni are the late Professor Christiaan Barnard, the world-renowned heart surgeon, and 3 Nobel laureates, Sir Aaron Klug, the late Professor Alan MacLeod Cormack and JM Coetzee. UCT also has more than 80 specialist research units that provide supervision for postgraduate work and is home to more than a third of South Africa's A-rated researchers – academics who are considered world leaders in their fields.

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Wits is internationally distinguished for its excellent research, high academic standards and its commitment to social justice in Africa and beyond. Wits University is taking the lead in reimagining trendy Braamfontein to further our contribution in delivering high level scarce skills for the global knowledge economy. Our location in Johannesburg, the economic and industrial heartland of the African continent, places us in good stead to interact with the public and private sectors, civil society and other social agents to effect meaningful change in society. Wits University is situated in Johannesburg, South Africa - a vibrant, leading commercial city on the African continent. The history of Wits is inextricably linked with mining, academic excellence, and with political and civic activism. In 1923, the University gradually vacated its premises in Eloff Street to move to the first completed teaching buildings at Milner Park (the Botany and Zoology block - housing the departments of Geology, Botany, Zoology and Applied Mathematics). The University had, at that stage, 6 faculties (Arts, Science, Medicine, Engineering, Law and Commerce), 37 departments, 73 members of academic staff and little more than 1 000 students. In 1925 the Prince of Wales officially opened the Central Block. During the period between the two world wars, severe financial restrictions were imposed upon the University. Nevertheless, student numbers were quite impressive - in 1939 2 544 students enrolled; that grew to 3 100 in 1945. The sudden increase in student enrolment after the Second World War led to accommodation problems, which were temporarily resolved by the construction of wood and galvanised-iron hutments in the centre of the campus. These huts remained in use until 1972.

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THE UP WAY is our way of life at the University of Pretoria. It is our ethos, our vibe, our way of life and what we stand for as an institution. The University of Pretoria is committed to freedom of speech and expression. However, we do not condone any racist, sexist and homophobic comments, or hate speech against any religious group or culture. Posts deemed to be of this nature will be promptly deleted and the user may be banned. Spam and advertising will also be deleted. The University of Pretoria’s name, logo and trademarks cannot be used when making reference to or together with any product, activity or unsolicited endorsement judged by the University to be inappropriate, unacceptable, or inconsistent with standard licensing practices of the University. Merchandise falling into these categories will also not be approved.

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Stellenbosch University (SU) is home to an academic community of 29 000 students (including 4 000 foreign students from 100 countries) as well as 3 000 permanent staff members (including 1 000 academics) on five campuses. ​The historical oak-lined university town amongst the Boland Mountains in the winelands of the Western Cape creates a unique campus atmosphere, which attracts local and foreign students alike. On the main campus, paved walkways wind between campus buildings – some dating from previous centuries; others just a few years old. Architecture from various eras attests to the sound academic foundation and establishment of an institution of excellence. This, together with the scenic beauty of the area; state-of-the-art, environmentally friendly facilities and technology, as well as visionary thinking about the creation of a sustainable 21st-century institution, makes for the unique character of Stellenbosch University. The University is amongst South Africa's leading tertiary institutions based on research output, student pass rates and rated scientists, and is recognised internationally as an academic institution of excellence. It boasts the highest weighted research output per full-time academic staff member of all South African universities and the second-highest number of scientists in South Africa who have been rated by the National Research Foundation (NRF). It also has the highest student success rate in the country. Stellenbosch University is cementing its reputation as a world-class institution. According to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, SU is one of the top 300 universities in the world, and amongst the top 20 in BRICS countries. It also features amongst the world's elite institutions in 10 of the 36 subjects featured in the QS World University Rankings by Subject for 2015. SU was also included in the 2014 CWTS Leiden Ranking, which measures the scientific performance of 750 major universities worldwide.​ With 18 research chairs under the NRF South African Research Chairs Initiative (SARChi), the University is regarded as a leader in the fields of biomedical tuberculosis research and management, wine biotechnology, animal sciences and mathematical biosciences. Another SARChi chair, in the field of invasion biology, is shared between SU and the University of Venda. This constitutes but one of SU's many partnerships, both local and international. As a preferred research partner, SU also participates in various international academic networks. Stellenbosch University is known as a residential campus with an active residential life, which makes residence placement sough-after amongst students. As the residence demand far exceeds supply, and in line with new learning needs, SU is in the process of converting its Stellenbosch campus into an integrated learning and living space. Residences and private wards are grouped into clusters, each with its own cluster hub, where residence and day students are able to study, meet and socialise. With the construction of new buildings and the repurposing of existing buildings, student-centred facilities are created to enable students to conduct group work, study and gain access to the University's electronic networks. Stellenbosch University's graduates are sough-after in the workplace. However, the University also aims to deliver engaged citizens and responsible leaders, who are willing to use their expertise and skills to serve society. Therefore, students are encouraged to engage with the community through MAD² (Making A Decision 2 Make A Difference) and Matie Community Service, as well as service learning and community interaction within their respective disciplines. Further opportunities for self-improvement are offered by MFM 92.6, the University's community radio station; a wide variety of student associations and sporting codes, the Students' Representative Council, house committees and the Frederik Van Zyl Slabbert Institute for Student Leadership Development.

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Vibrant, multicultural and dynamic, the University of Johannesburg (UJ) shares the pace and energy of cosmopolitan Johannesburg, the city whose name it carries. Proudly South African, the university is alive down to its African roots, and well-prepared for its role in actualising the potential that higher education holds for the continent's development. UJ has transformed into a diverse, inclusive, transformational and collegial institution, with a student population of over 50 000, of which more than 3000 are international students from 80 countries. This makes UJ one of the largest contact universities in South Africa (SA) from the 26 public universities that make up the higher education system. The vision of the UJ is to be "an international University of choice, anchored in Africa, dynamically shaping the future". The mission can be described as follows: "inspiring its community to transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collaborative pursuit of knowledge". These are underpinned by four values, namely: imagination, conversation, regeneration and ethical foundation. The six strategic objectives provide a focused means for realising the Vision, Mission and Values of the University as set out above. They further represent a re-working of the original UJ Strategic Thrusts 2020 in the context of a wider positioning of the University as "The Pan-African" Centre for Critical Intellectual Inquiry, with the primary goal of achieving global excellence and stature. Recognised as the country's second-strongest brand, UJ offers world-class, internationally recognised academic programmes based on curricula informed by cutting-edge developments in both undergraduate and postgraduate education, and that are designed to prepare students for the world of work and for global citizenship. Our curriculum is increasingly reflective of previously marginalised scholarship that talks to a transformation and decolonisation agenda, with Africa at its core. The University has 8 Faculties viz., Education, Law, Humanities, Fine Arts, Design and Architecture, Health Sciences, Science, Engineering and the Built Environment as well as the College of Business and Economics, housing the newly established Johannesburg Business School. The University has four campuses, namely the Auckland Park Bunting Road Campus; the Auckland Park Kingsway Campus; the Doornfontein Campus; and the Soweto Campus.

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University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is a truly South African university that is academically excellent, innovative in research, critically engaged with society & demographically representative, redressing the disadvantages. The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is ranked among the top universities in South Africa in terms of research output. Following its vision “To be the Premier University of African Scholarship”, UKZN is a respected global leader in several critical areas of research and teaching and learning. The University was formed on 1 January 2004 following the merger between two historical institutions, the University of Natal and the University of Durban-Westville. These two KwaZulu-Natal universities were among the first set of institutions to be merged in 2004 as part of the government’s reform aimed at reconfiguring and restructuring Higher Education. One of the largest universities in sub-Saharan Africa, UKZN boasts five campuses based in two cities, Durban and Pietermaritzburg. The University is a multicultural environment which houses more than 45 000 local and international students from around the globe. UKZN continues to “Inspire Greatness” and is home to people who are looking for more than just a university, but a place where inspiration thrives. It is a place where staff and students reach new heights every day.

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Welcome to Rhodes University, a 115-year-old institution with a well-established reputation for academic excellence. With just over 8200 students, Rhodes is a small University which enjoys the distinction of having among the best undergraduate pass and graduation rates in South Africa, outstanding postgraduate success rates, and the best research output per academic staff member. This is a testimony to the quality of students that Rhodes attracts and of academic provision, and to the commitment of Rhodes staff to student development and success. Of our more than 8000 students, 30% are postgraduates and over 18% are international students from 54 countries around the world, making Rhodes a dynamic and cosmopolitan knowledge institution. Students are able to undertake an extensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in the faculties of Humanities, Science, Commerce, Pharmacy, Law, and Education. With the most favourable academic staff to student ratio among South African universities, Rhodes students are guaranteed easy access to academics and close supervision. The University takes pride in its motto, Where Leaders Learn, and producing graduates who are knowledgeable intellectuals, skilled professionals, and critical, caring and compassionate citizens who can contribute to economic and social development and an equitable, just and democratic society. Almost 50% of Rhodes students and the majority of undergraduates live in the University residences, while there are also special residences for postgraduates. Through a well-established structure of wardens, sub-wardens and residence committees, the residences play an important role in overall student development, including developing leadership skills. Numerous clubs and societies provide extensive opportunities for students to participate in a variety of intellectual, social, cultural, and sports activities and further develop valuable skills. Rhodes University looks to the future with confidence, secure that as indawo yolwazi (a place of knowledge) and through the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research and community engagement it produces outstanding graduates that are sought after and makes a vital contribution to human and social development. At our Open Day, you can find out more about the wide range of attractive and flexible programmes we offer in our six faculties – Commerce, Law Education, Pharmacy, Humanities, and Science. At Rhodes, you will have an opportunity to participate in programmes across all faculties. Our graduates perform well in an increasingly competitive job market and are highly regarded by employers around the world. During your time here, we will help you prepare for your chosen career. The employability of our graduates continues to increase and rates up there with the very best the world has to offer. Our degree offering prepares students for the job market by ensuring they develop the skills employers want, whether through work experience, volunteering or social activities.

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The University of the Western Cape has grown to become one of the most diverse universities in Africa. Its excellence and quality of education is complemented by its 7 faculties and staff, and brought to life by its diverse student population. 60 years of Hope, Action and Knowledge built on Social Justice, Community Engagement and Graduate Employability. The University of the Western Cape is a national university, alert to its African and international context, as it strives to be a place of quality and a place to grow. It is committed to excellence in teaching, learning and research, to nurturing the cultural diversity of South Africa, and to responding in critical and creative ways to the needs of a society in transition. Drawing on its proud experience in the liberation struggle, the university is aware of its distinctive academic role in helping build an equitable and dynamic society.

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North-West University (NWU) climbed from 181-190 to joint 170th place in this year’s BRICS, and was also featured in the 801-1000 range of the latest QS World University Rankings®. Formed by the 2004 merger of two previous universities as part of the South African government’s plan to transform higher education, NWU is now one of the largest universities in the country, hosting more than 68,300 students. The NWU is committed to functioning as a unitary, integrated, multi-campus university that enables equity, redress and globally competitive teaching and research across all three of our campuses. Our core activities, teaching-learning and research, are intertwined with community engagement and innovation in our eight faculties, most of which serve both distance and contact students. The NWU offers more than just an education: we offer people a place in the world. Academically, students benefit from great choice and flexibility, enabling them to fulfill their potential and start preparing for their careers. Through collaboration with other universities and institutions internationally, we are part of the global higher education community. Our internationalisation activities include student and staff exchange and cooperation in academic, research, cultural and sports matters. As we like to say in our University Anthem: “where the willow trees grow and the thorn tree spreads its shade, there you will grow in knowledge…” We, as the NWU, pride ourselves on offering high-quality academic programmes and a vibrant student life. Keeping that in mind, there is no better symbol than our mascot, Eagi, to represent the brand attributes of a unitary NWU. The eagle has a positive meaning across many cultures. It represents positive traits that perfectly match the NWU’s strategy and objectives. They include success, aspiration, courage, expansion, renewed life, leadership and freedom. Eagi symbolises our commitment to approaching life creatively and soaring above the rest. He reflects our talent for finding new opportunities to excel and continuously improve. Eagi also embodies the importance of implementing ethics in everything we do, reflecting the value-driven nature of the NWU.

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From a humble start in 1904, the UFS became a well-known institution, boasting 164 NRF-accredited researchers and 2 521 staff members. Our students can participate in 22 different sport disciplines and study from 671 182 library books, including 14 000 e-books. Our ever-expanding facilities and knowledge base present many opportunities for scholars to impact locally and globally. Ranked 180th in the QS Brics University Rankings this year, the University of the Free State (UFS) earned its strongest score in the indicator measuring the percentage of international students (ranked 59th). UFS is one of the oldest South African universities, having been founded in 1904 as Grey College. It’s mainly located in Bloemfontein, the state capital of the Free State and the judicial capital of South Africa, but also operates a satellite campus in Qwaqwa. The University of the Free State is a research-led, student-centred and regionally-engaged university that contributes to development and social justice through the production of globally competitive graduates and knowledge.

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Moglie, madre, nonna, Paola Thaon di Revel ama i fiori e la natura. L'eredità è il suo background. È cresciuta in una famiglia dove la disciplina militare era un dato di fatto, così come la voglia di divertirsi. Sei sorelle e un fratello, in una grande villa chiamata “Cimena”, dove molti sono venuti in visita: da Umberto I, agli americani colti, ai vicini Bruni Tedeschi sulla stessa collina. Una vita dedicata al marito, Franco Reviglio e ai tre figli con tanti spostamenti e viaggi, in tutto il mondo. Oggi, i sette nipoti e la casa di campagna, regalano giornate intensamente soddisfacenti. Wife, mother, grandmother, Paola Thaon di Revel loves flowers and nature. Heritage is her background. She grew up in a family where military discipline was a given, as well as the desire to have fun. Six sisters and one brother, in a large villa called “Cimena”, and everyone came to visit: from Umberto I, to educated Americans, to the Bruni Tedeschi neighbours on the same hill. A life dedicated to her husband, Franco Reviglio and the three children with many moves and travels, all over the world. Today, the seven grandchildren and country house, make for intensely satisfying days.

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CakeResume was established in 2016, with the intention of helping jobseekers to fully display their value. We create an accessible free resume/CV builder, for users to build highly-customized resumes. By freely drag and edit sections of images, videos and slides, CakeResume enables users to create unique & eye-catching resumes. Apart from 50+ professional templates and 500+ real resume examples from diverse industries, CakeResume also supports cross-platform sharing and resume PDF free download. Having a compelling resume is just like a piece of cake! To continuously assist jobseekers in pursuing their ideal career, CakeResume provides latest and quality jobs from renowned startups and enterprises. No matter you are looking for internships, opportunities of career change, part-time jobs or full-time jobs, you can find them all here! On CakeResume, we insist on revealing transparent salary information, and jobseekers can utilize various filters, including salary range, location, to find the most suitable jobs vacancies for them. CakeResume is committed to providing talents better career growths and opportunities! CakeResume not only tries to provide the best service to jobseekers, but also devotes to helping companies hire the right talent. With more than 500,000 resumes/CV in talent pool of various fields, including software engineers, designers, marketing talents, etc., CakeResume provides free job-posting service, recruitment of senior engineers (JobEspresso), and professional headhunting consultations. CakeResume is proud to help companies recruit quality talents in the most efficient and effective way!

 Listings /  Asia

Not so long ago our founders, Gauthier and Matt, were students struggling to pay for textbooks, like so many of their peers. Textbook prices continue to skyrocket, leaving students unable to afford the resources they need. Some students resort to piracy and second-hand books, but many others are priced out of the education system altogether. This not only limits student’s access to knowledge but also leaves researchers, authors and the publishing industry at a loss. Perlego was born to provide an affordable (and sustainable) textbook solution for learners around the world, by partnering with publishers and removing the costs of print, distribution, and retail markup. We believe education has the power to transform lives. By empowering people with all the resources they need to learn, we can give everyone a fair chance at a brighter future. Knowing which sources you can trust has never been more important. By partnering with publishers, we support researchers and the creation of trustworthy educational resources. We’ve built sustainability into our core by cutting out resource-heavy print and distribution services. As we grow, we’re working hard to make a positive impact on our planet.

 Listings /  United Kingdom

Die GLS Bank ist in Deutschland die Refernz für sozial und ökologisches Banking. Wer bei der GLS Bank Kunde ist, kann sich sicher sein, dass sein Geld dazu beiträgt die Zukunft zu gestalten, die wir uns alle wüsnchen. Investitionen gehen in eigens sehr strickt aufgelegte Fonds welche das 1.5°C Ziel bereits erfüllen. Keine Kinderarbeit, keine Waffen, kein Genforschung oder andere negativ Themen - sondern erneuerbare Energien, Soziales und Kultur, ökologische Landwirtschaft, Ernährung, nachhaltige Wirtschaft und weitere positiv beitragende Vorhaben werden ausschließlich unterstützt. Als Kunde bei der Bank trägt man dazu bei, dass ausschließlich diese positiven Projekte gefördert werden. Der strickte Zuspruch zu sozial und ökologischen Projekten wird bei allen Produkten, die ein Kunde von seiner Bank kennt (Baugredite, Firmenkredite, Altersovrsorge, Anlagen, Investitionen etc) unabweichlich eingehalten. Privatpersonen, Firmen und Vereine werden darüber hinaus aktiv unterstützt ihrn eigenen Impact zu verbessern. Die GLS Bank ist eine Universal-Bank, bei welcher man nahezu alle Finanzdienstleistungen in Anspruch nehmen kann - jedoch immer unter einer strickten sozial, ökologischen und nachhaltigen Perspektive. Die Bank ist überwiegend in Deutschland tätig. Es können alle Dienste online wahrgenommen werden und es gibt mehrere Filialen für den persönlichen Besuch. Desweiteren besticht die Bank durch Ihre Rechtsform, die Genossenschaft. Die mitgleiderbestimmte Gesellschaftsform ist darauf gegründet in Gemeinschaft einen gesellschaftlich positiven Beitrag zu leisten. Mit der GLS Bank gibt es keinen Bedarf mehr als Privatperson sowie Firma bei einer konventionellen Bank zu sein und indirekt Umweltvernichtende Projekte zu unterstützen. Die GLS Bank bietet den vollumassenden Banken-Service mit reinem und ehrlichem guten Gewissen. Klimaschutz kann so einfach sein: Werde jetzt Mitglied bei der GLS Bank. The GLS Bank is the reference for social and ecological banking in Germany. Anyone who is a customer of GLS Bank can be sure that their money will help shape the future that we all want. Investments are made in specially designed funds that already meet the 1.5°C target. No child labor, no weapons, no genetic research or other negative topics - only renewable energies, social affairs and culture, ecological agriculture, nutrition, sustainable economy and other positively contributing projects are exclusively supported. As a customer at the bank, you help ensure that only these positive projects are funded. The strict encouragement to social and ecological projects is inevitably complied with for all products that a customer knows from their bank (building loans, corporate loans, old-age provision, systems, investments, etc.). Private individuals, companies and associations are also actively supported to improve their own impact. The GLS Bank is a universal bank, where you can take advantage of almost all financial services - but always under a strict social, ecological and sustainable perspective. The bank operates predominantly in Germany. All services can be used online and there are several branches for personal visits. Furthermore, the bank impresses with its legal form, the cooperative. The member-determined form of society is based on making a socially positive contribution in community. With the GLS Bank, there is no longer any need to be a private person or company with a conventional bank and indirectly support environmentally damaging projects. GLS Bank offers the full banking service with a clear and honest good conscience. Climate protection can be so easy: become a member of GLS Bank now.

 Listings /  Greater Europe

Hans-Juergen Wiegand is a man who lives his work passions and family, with determination. A philanthropist, who has held important positions in the chemical and automotive world, in particular with Daimler AG (Mercedes-Benz). He loves to travel, attaining knowledge and experience from different cultures. These experiences have shaped him, with a particular acumen in recognizing the best in human beings. Hans thrives on helping young people, to realize their dreams, as he has realized his own. Hans is an inspirational leader, with the competence to restructure and transform organizations. He is very flexible with people, and stands like a rock when it comes to principles. Whatever happens, he will always stay positive.

 Partners /  Greater Europe

Mandy Shrimpton is the quintessential people’s person. Mandy believes that success is measured by the quality of our human-relationships rather than the results we manifest through sheer will. Mandy firmly established herself as the heart of the non-profit organisation that she co-founded and ran with her adoring husband for 17 years. Mandy loves walking in nature with her family, hugging trees, and preserving the environment. She also enjoys being creative and is particularly fond of painting flowers. As a very happily married and devoted mother to four children, Mandy has cultivated a deep appreciation for the culinary arts and relishes the spare moments she gets to watch her favourite cooking shows. This initiative reflects how Mandy sees the world, helping to create positive synergy. Fostering unity and courteous community, building partner relationships and motivating affiliates. Born and bred in Africa, Mandy understands the concept of Ubuntu. I am, because we are. Together we can make the world a better place. Using her skills and experience to make a difference. Helping others see through the fog of new technologies, avoid common marketing mistakes and develop better business strategies. With a subtle blend of motherhood and effective project management, Mandy is the perfect professional partner, to show others the merits of this initiative. Shining a light on the path to prosperity, while not losing our footing in family values and humble humanity. Sharing is caring, while enriching ourselves spiritually and materially. We cannot give freely, if we don't have. "Sometimes the world makes more sense, through the eyes of a mother. Using protective instinct and family fortitude, to help one another." ~ Mandy Shrimpton

 Members /  Africa

Anyone can be a Heritage Ambassador. Help take our past into the future. Spread the word and generate revenue. Make heritage your business and earn with your passion for art and culture. ArtAcadia.org is an umbrella organization for everything pertaining to our heritage and respective cultures. Providing a platform for Heritage Ambassadors, to help take our past into the future. We are a passionate community that is compiling a comprehensive global directory and cultural map. Facilitating networking, training, work opportunities, events and marketplace.

 Listings /  United Kingdom

Taking our past into the future with Carolina Reviglio! Carolina enjoyed a carefree childhood in the Piedmont countryside. With many cousins and friends, the passion for culture was instilled from an early age. Surrounded by beauty and art in the family mansion Cimena, expertly curated by her grandmother namesake, Carolina. On the paternal side of the family, her Venetian grandmother was equally influential. The unique character and rich culture of Venice, epitomizes Carolina. While travelling often, she feels most at home, in the isles of Venice. Schooled in Italy and the United States, lived in provinces throughout the length of Italy, Carolina considers herself truly Italian, with an international vision. “My country is rich in heritage, but poor in the pocket to keep it so. It saddens me to see so many buildings in a state of disrepair.” She has honed the skills of renovation and interiors of historic buildings, since 1987. Learning by trial and error, spurned on by failure and ultimate success, Carolina has grown and prospered. Now is the time to give back. Helping artisans of all disciplines to find work and ply their trade with pride. Matching projects to professionals and vice versa. As Heritage Doyenne, Carolina’s primary contribution to this unique initiative, is to encourage the participation of Heritage Ambassadors. This cause is yet another open avenue, to take our past into the future. By intertwining culture and heritage, to create more synergy. “Only once we fully understand where we come from… and truly appreciate our heritage… can we imagine a fabulous future filled with the richness of our past. Life is ours to design!” ~ Carolina Reviglio.

 Members /  Greater Europe

Been there, done that... doing it all over again! Herby, a product of South Africa, vintage '63, Internaut since '82. Roaming the world since the age of 23 to date. Jack of all trades, master of none. Techie, pilot, nomad. Can travel~live~work, anywhere. Global village citizen, living without boundaries, my primary passions are aviation, the sea and Ubuntu Synergy. I am, because we are. Together. We create unity, foster community, motivate affiliates to generate residual revenue, and facilitate networking events. It's time to LIVE your life! My mission is to help people from all walks of life, gain financial independence, while caring for the world around us. I believe charity begins at the cash register. Just say no to donations. Learn how to earn. Make sure you have a meal, an income, clothes, a home and good health. Constantly bombing your mind with books and exercise, are two battles that win the war of longevity. I want to grow old. There is no planet B. I'm a big fan of renewable resources and ethical commerce. Gardens, farming, trees and bees, and anything that carries fleas. Helping our paw-legged friends in shelters, finding furever homes much faster. Same for birds, horses, donkeys, circus prisoners and liberating zoos. Noble causes that need proactive participants. Anyone can help: Scholars, students, employment seekers, those just over broke. Single and stay-at-home parents. Business owners, administrators and managers of any ilk. Retrenched and retired folks who still have much to give. Everyone can become successful super affiliates. Generating residual income is easy, and I will be your guide. With 40+ years in technology, aviation and extensive travel, this digital nomad has a wealth of experience to share. Helping others navigate the fear of failure and proven pathway to success. Point-and-click easy here >> https://herbyolschewski.com/action/worksheet/

 Members /  WorldWide

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