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Because she could not stop for Death, He kindly stopped for her
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The first time the Aquino family announced that their matriarch, President Cory Aquino, was diagnosed with colon cancer the people were saddened. We offered our prayers and attended the mass for her speedy recovery. We thought we could not lose her now since our country was in political turmoil and she was the only leader who could unite us all. After her 1st chemo therapy, we would still see her in the streets actively participating in calling for justice, truth and accountability. She was not afraid to speak her mind and fight for the rights of her people. She was one with us in the trials that came our way, trials that challenged our nation. She was true to her word when she said in her final State of the Nation Address in 1991:

“... But while my power as president ends in 1992, my responsibility as a Filipino for the well-being of my country goes beyond it to my grave. A great part of that responsibility is to do the best I can today, according to my best lights, while I have the power to do it.”

While in pain, she did not complain. She continued to pray not for her recovery but for our nation’s recovery. She was unstoppable until death stopped her.

I was lucky to be born under her reign as President as I witnessed what democracy was all about or what nationalism meant even at a young age. I was really fortunate to have met her and spent a few moments to listen to her wisdom at her own house. How could a president like her be so open to the public, without fear of assassination? Who would have plotted against her anyway, when all she did was pray and love?

There are so many good things that can be said about her by so many people, whether they had a personal encounter with her or not. She transformed our nation from dictatorship to democracy and she touched our hearts in so many ways, and one of which is by leading a good example. She was shining not because of diamonds and gold earrings but because of her burning love for the country and the Filipinos. She stood out from the rest of the leaders not because she was proud and arrogant but because of her simplicity and humility. People listened to her not because of fear but because of respect. She was a strong woman who drew her strength from her faith in God. She was incorruptible and she did her best in her capacity to serve our nation with sincerity and honesty.

If England has Queen Elizabeth and Thailand has King Bhumibol, the Philippines has Cory Aquino as the Queen of Democracy and Non-violent Revolution. Her name, Corazon, is big and so is her heart. She’s lived her life serving her country and loving the Filipino people, and for that we will always be grateful. She symbolizes what a woman can be. She is not ‘just a woman’ as former dictator Marcos called her but the woman.

I am lucky that she was born Filipino like me. She will truly be missed but she will always be loved. Yes, we are grieving because we have lost a loving mother and great leader. But she will always live in our hearts as we have lived in hers.

Good bye Tita Cory.

*Tita means auntie, our term of endearment to her.


August 1, 2009 | 10:51 AM Comments  0 comments



Interpreting UN MDGs
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Here are some of the videos that show our interpretation on UN MDGs especially on the topic of poverty.

"Kasama mo" translation "One with You" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iu3apcLSp7M

"Lend a Hand" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvJU0LoRgzY&feature=related


July 17, 2009 | 9:32 AM Comments  0 comments



Engaging Youth Reform: An International Contest for Young People
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NB: directly adapted from (http://www.cipe.org/programs/women/essay.php)

Theme: Engaging Youth in Reform

The deadline for the 2009 competition is March 1, 2009!

Young people can be a powerful force for change! As future reformers, young people (18-30) have innovative ideas on how to solve the political, economic, and social problems facing their countries. However, they often lack the voice to bring these ideas to policymakers. Simply, young people are often regarded as recipients of reforms, not active participants in the reform process.

CIPE’s essay contest gives you the opportunity to share your ideas about citizenship, democratic and market-oriented reform, youth leadership, and the ways that your country can create avenues for youth to participate in the political and economic spheres. We encourage you to get thinking, get involved, and use your own experiences to develop concrete solutions to these development issues.

A $1,000 honorarium will be given for each winning essay.

ligibility
Open to students and young professionals aged 18-30. Special weight will be given to essays submitted by citizens of non-OECD countries.

Topic Categories

* Citizenship in a Democratic Society

What needs to be done to develop a sense of citizenship in young people and help them realize their role in a democratic society?
True reform occurs only when citizens actively participate in the governance process – it can’t be achieved by street protests alone. Young people are an integral part of society and their input and participation in their countries’ governance is necessary to effect political and economic reform. However, many lack the skills and opportunity to communicate with policymakers and get involved in their country’s development. Youth are often disengaged from the political process and rarely develop the sense of citizenship that is so crucial to building an inclusive, participatory democracy. To become active citizens in their countries, young people must have the skills to develop their ideas on reform and outlets to express those ideas in a constructive manner. What does citizenship mean to you? How are citizenship and good governance connected? How can your country engage and enable young people to participate constructively in the governance process? Be sure to begin your essay by describing the situation in your country.

* Educational Reform and Employment Opportunities

How can you reform your country’s education system so that graduates have the necessary skills for employment in the public and private sectors?
In many countries, the youth unemployment rate is very high. In some countries, this is caused by a lack of jobs. However, in many others, young people entering the workforce are not prepared for the jobs available – they lack the necessary skills and education. Unable to find good jobs, they face a difficult choice: remain unemployed or accept low-paying jobs with no opportunity for advancement. Improving the educational systems of many countries is a key step towards creating a generation of young people who possess the skills and knowledge to participate in the economy, locally and globally. What are the major employment problems young people face in your country? What can be done to give them the right skills and opportunities to enter the workforce? Who should taking the lead in doing so? Be sure to begin your essay by describing the situation in your country.

* Entrepreneurship and Leadership

What needs to be done in your country to provide youth with the opportunity to become entrepreneurs and/or leaders in their communities?
Young people can play a positive role in the political and economic spheres in their countries, on both local and national levels. Unfortunately they often lack access to the resources and groups that would help them get involved and have an impact. However, when provided with the opportunity and skills to become influential members of their communities, youth can accomplish their goals. What are the skills that young people need to acquire to start a successful business or civil society group? What are the major barriers that prevent them from opening a business or assuming a leadership position in your country? What programs or policies would give youth the skills to become active and influential members of society? Be sure to begin your essay by describing the situation in your country.

February 12, 2009 | 10:40 PM Comments  0 comments



Ljubljana Poster Festival ’09-Brumen Foundation
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Funding: there is no entry fee
Deadline: 27 February 2009 - before 16.00 h
Open to: the competition is open to anyone born after 17 May 1974, which can be proved with a photocopy of an identification document

The international competition for young designers on the topic “Climate Change” has the goal of raising and spreading awareness, through the medium of posters, of the environmental situation in which we find ourselves. The future depends on our common awareness and responsibility regarding what we can put right and how we must start to function in our relation to nature for a more promising future. It is vitally important to involve in this process young creative people who have a fresh and unique way of looking at these problems regarding our living environment.

The competition is open to anyone born after 17 May 1974, which can be proved with a photocopy of an identification document.

For works that have already been published, the minimum size is 420 x 600 mm, and the maximum size 700 x 1000 mm.

Original works must be 590 x 840 mm in size.

There are no restrictions regarding the number of works entered per designer.

Works may already be published or made especially for this festival. Posters must arrive undamaged with completed stickers in the upper right corner on the back.

Posters may not be backed or framed.
There is no entry fee.
Works will not be returned.

Poster must be in the ratio 1 : 1, and must be set to net format of the product.

Exhibited posters will be selected by a preliminary jury appointed by the event committee. The entrans will be notified of acceptance on the exhibition via our website. The winners will be awarded by the international jury.

The International Jury
• Mr. Dimitris Arvanitis, Greece
• Ms. Anette Lenz, France
• Mr. Piotr Młodozeniec, Poland
• Mr. Bruno Monguzzi, Switzerland
• Mr. Leonardo Sonnoli, Italy

The jury will adhere to criteria based on: creativity, originality, aesthetics, communicability and excellence of execution.

Awards
• 1st prize (1.000 eur)
• 2nd prize (700 eur)
• 3rd prize (350 eur)
• 3 distinctive merit awards
• 4 merit awards
• Prize of the City of Ljubljana

Copyrights
− All posters become part of the collection of visual communication of the Brumen Foundation; they will be displayed on the website of the festival, where they will be available to governmental and non-governmental institutions in Europe for a formal compensation (transmission costs).
− Information in the application form will be used in the catalogue.
− The organizer can use the posters for pedagogical, promotion and publishing purposes without special consent of the author.
− The organizer may reproduce and distribute the posters in the catalogue and in other printed media, on the internet and in any other electronic form.
− Your signature on the application form means that you fully agree with the terms of cooperation in the workshop.


Contact:
Fundacija Brumen / Poster Festival
Dolenjska 83
SI-1000 Ljubljana
Slovenija
tel: +386 51 371 233
fax: +386 1 42 725 93
info@posterfestival-ljubljana.si This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
posterfestival-ljubljana (http://www.posterfestival-ljubljana.si/)
Competition - Call for Entries
Entry Form

NB: directly adapted from http://www.mladiinfo.com/contests/595-ljubljana-poster-festival-09-brumen-foundation.html

February 12, 2009 | 10:17 PM Comments  0 comments



Experimenting with Haiku
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1)
A lonely cold heart
a candle burns with desire
the space in between.

2)
My soul is whirling
drunkenness makes me fly high
your arms wide open.

February 3, 2009 | 9:43 PM Comments  0 comments

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