The Programme Coordinating Unit (PCU), Office of the Speaker, House of Representatives, is conducting a research project to assess citizens’ expectations of the 10th House of Representatives. You are invited to kindly answer the following questions, which will generally assist us in gaining greater insight into what your expectations are with regards to the 10th...

Development work often involves interacting with diverse communities and cultures. While the primary goal is to improve the quality of life within these communities, it’s crucial that such efforts are undertaken with a deep respect for local customs and traditions. This blog post explores the importance of cultural sensitivity in development work and offers strategies...

What is hypertension? Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a condition where the force of blood against the artery walls is consistently too high. This can lead to serious health issues such as heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems. What are the symptoms of hypertension? Hypertension is often called the “silent killer” because...

Compiling annual reports can simultaneously be an interesting yet daunting challenge for nonprofit organizations. In today’s age of technology and data, impact and success stories, it is tough to stand out and forge long-term relationships with supporters. Annual reports are not only a necessity for government organizations in several countries, but are invaluable opportunities to...

Financing Program for Micro and Small Businesses, as well as Community Groups Get funding and support for projects to grow micro and small businesses, and develop community infrastructure. The objective of the programme is to assist communities in rural and economically disadvantaged areas to tap into available resources for the development of enterprises that can...

What is HPV? Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a virus. Like all viruses, HPV causes infection by entering cells. Once inside a cell, HPV takes control of the cell’s internal machinery and uses it to make copies of itself. These copies then infect other nearby cells. HPV infection is a slow process. In most people, the immune system clears the...

Key facts Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women globally with around 660 000 new cases and around 350 000 deaths in 2022. The highest rates of cervical cancer incidence and mortality are in low- and middle-income countries. This reflects major inequities driven by lack of access to national HPV vaccination, cervical...

As defined by WHO(1993), “ the abilities for adaptive and positive behavior that enable individuals to deal effectively with the demands and challenges of everyday life”. Thinking skills Creative thinking Critical thinking Decision making Problem solving Social skills Self-awareness Empathy Effective communication Interpersonal relationships Emotional skills Coping with emotion Coping with stress Creative Thinking Helps to...

In today’s fundraising landscape, it goes without saying that story is king. As human beings, our brains are hard-wired for stories. Once we hear or read the first few lines of a tale, we latch on. We’re compelled to find out what happens through the climax – and we’re not satisfied until our questions are...

Deadline: 29-May-24 The European Commission is inviting applications to support civil society and public services in preventing and combating gender-based violence and violence against chidren. This is a call for proposals for EU action grants in the field of gender-based violence under the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Value Programme (CERV). Gender-based violence is violence directed against...