Global Development

The inspirational story of a former Microsoft executive’s quest to build libraries around the world and share the love of books What’s happened since John Wood left Microsoft to change the world? Just ask six million kids in the poorest regions of Asia and Africa. In 1999, at the age of 35, Wood quit a lucrative career to found the nonprofit Room to Read. Described by the San Francisco Chronicle as "the Andrew Carnegie of the developing world", he strove to bring the lessons of the corporate world to the nonprofit sector - and succeeded spectacularly.

The Sustainable Development Goals, adopted by the United Nations in 2015, comprise an ambitious and sweeping agenda that unites economic, social, and environmental aims. What resources do the world's religious and secular traditions offer in support of these objectives? Which principles do these traditions hold in common? This book presents an in-depth and deeply engaged conversation among interfaith religious leaders and interdisciplinary scholars and practitioners in pursuit of an ethical consensus that could ground sustainable development efforts.

Conventional wisdom says most startups need to be in Silicon Valley, started by young engineers around a sexy new idea and backed by VC funding. But as Mikkel Svane reveals in Startupland, the story of founding Zendesk was anything but conventional. Founded in a Copenhagen loft by three 30-something friends looking to break free from corporate doldrums, Zendesk Inc. became one of the hottest enterprise software companies, rapidly growing with customers in 150 countries. But its success was anything but predestined.

Every sign points to a collapsing worldwide population by the end of this century. In his new book Dennis Marx uses statistical and evolutionary analysis to show… That the population explosion of the 20th century has turned into the population implosion of the 21st century That worldwide human fertility is falling Humans are currently evolving exponentially faster than at any time in the past How these new trends will effect business, politics and culture. How business and investment practices can best take advantage of these trends. By examining the demographic details across the globe, ...

An inspiring personal story of redemption, second chances, and the transformative power within us all, from the founder and CEO of the nonprofit charity: water. In the tradition of such best-selling books as Shoe Dog and Mountains Beyond Mountains, Thirst is a riveting account of how to build a better charity, a better business, a better life - and a gritty tale that proves it’s never too late to make a change.

¿Quisieras tener mayor seguridad al momento de entablar una conversación con la chica que te gusta? ¿Fortalecer tu autoestima, superar tus miedos y tomar mejores decisiones? Entonces escucha con atención que esto te va a interesar. Este audiolibro te ofrece ejercicios y técnicas para desarrollar la confianza en ti mismo y enfrentar los desafíos de la vida con valentía. Una de las fortalezas que debes desarrollar es ser auténtico y no tratar de imitar a otras personas.

This book offers three tools to assist student, teachers and school leaders in educating global citizens. The first is a protocol to design and adapt global citizenship curriculum. The second is a protocol to design a school wide strategy for global education. The third is an actual curriculum prototype, a sixty lesson global citizenship curriculum, developed following the process presented in the book.

El juego del amor, la conquista y la seducción es un juego que todas las personas, sin importar quiénes sean, al menos una vez en su vida lo juegan. Es un juego divertido, pero también involucra un gran riesgo, saber cautivar la atención de otra persona y encantar sus sentidos, es todo un arte. La seducción es un arte y como todo arte involucra teoría y práctica. Este material “Trucos Psicológicos - Para que se obsesione por ti y te extrañe” tiene el objetivo de darte a conocer el arte de la seducción

Dive into the world of community interpreting with "ISO 13611 Community Interpreting: Leading ISO 13611 Certified Community Interpreting Agencies." This comprehensive guide is your gateway to understanding and leading ISO 13611 certified community interpreting agencies, providing invaluable insights into the standards and practices that govern this vital field. Comprehensive Coverage: Explore the intricacies of community interpreting as outlined by ISO 13611 standards. Gain a deep understanding of the principles, competencies, and requirements that shape the provision of high-quality ...

The African future is bright and promising, a beacon of hope and inspiration for the world. With a unified vision and collective determination, the African continent stands at the cusp of a new era defined by continental unity, an empowered and competent African Union (AU) central governance, well-developed infrastructure, a first-class education system, and security and respect from the global community. In this future, continental unity is not just a concept but a lived reality. African nations, once fragmented by colonial borders, now embrace their shared history, culture, and destiny. ...

A REAL WORLD JAMES BOND THRILLER Are you ready to dive into the complex world of international diplomacy? In American Eagle, Chinese Dragon, Dr. Eric Engle breaks down the complex relations among China, the US, and the EU, delivering an insightful analysis that will change how you view global power dynamics. WHAT WOULD you DO?In an ever-shifting geopolitical landscape, American Eagle, Chinese Dragon challenges you to understand global issues and ask yourself what you would do if faced with the same strategic decisions that world leaders encounter. You’ll get to understand why nations ...

¿Te aterroriza la idea de la muerte? ¿Sientes que ese miedo limita tu capacidad de disfrutar plenamente la vida? "Morir Antes de Morir" es una guía transformadora diseñada para ayudarte a enfrentar y superar la ansiedad y el pánico que genera la muerte, permitiéndote vivir con serenidad, libertad y un propósito espiritual renovado. Este libro no solo aborda el tabú de la muerte, sino que te enseña cómo convertir esa inevitable realidad en una fuerza poderosa para cambiar tu perspectiva y encontrar un sentido más profundo en la vida.

Es tu día de suerte, este es el audiolibro indicado que te ayudará en el difícil camino del amor. Aquí encontrarás consejos para conquistar a la persona indicada. Posiblemente, no tengas fortuna en las relaciones de pareja, te cuesta romper el hielo o quieres una nueva relación, pero tienes inseguridades que impiden el éxito del romance. ¡Ya no más!

The people who are most innovative feel free to make anything up, understand that nobody’s in charge, and aren’t concerned about unfairness or inequality. As some people grow fearful and frantic in today's complex world, Dan Sullivan has identified three fundamental mindsets that let you happily ignore and avoid all of this self-created fear and worry.

fighting poverty must be a global issue, so here are some articles from many economists and experts that introduce some solutions to this crisis

Descubre cómo transformar tu espacio personal en un imán de prosperidad con "Tu Dormitorio De La Abundancia", un revolucionario sistema de limpieza energética diseñado para eliminar las barreras invisibles que bloquean tu camino hacia la abundancia. Este libro no solo es una guía para limpiar tu espacio, sino un manual de transformación personal. El acto de reorganizar y purificar tu dormitorio no solo mejora tu ambiente, sino que conecta con tu poder interior para manifestar riqueza y éxito en cada área de tu vida. La prosperidad comienza con el entorno en el que vives.

Educa a un niño feliz, seguro de sí mismo, afectuoso y respetuoso sin convertirte en un padre impulsivo. ¿Te enojas fácilmente con tu hijo? ¿Te molestas rápidamente por las pequeñas cosas? ¿Has tenido arrebatos en público? ¿Estás cansado de gritar en casa para que tus hijos obedezcan? ¡Descubre este método de crianza sin gritos y sin estrés!

What do Disney, Bollywood, and "the Batkid" teach us about how to create celebrity experiences for our audiences? How can a vending machine inspire world peace? Can being "imperfect" make your business more marketable? Can a selfie improve one's confidence? When can addiction be a good thing?

What's Wrong with China is the widely anticipated follow-up to Paul Midler's Poorly Made in China, an expose of China manufacturing practices. Applying a wider lens in this account, he reveals many of the deep problems affecting Chinese society as a whole. Once again, Midler delivers the goods by rejecting commonly held notions, breaking down old myths, and providing fresh explanations of lesser-understood cultural phenomena.

In From Ideas to Impact, Michael Sheldrick delivers an inspiring and insightful discussion on how to implement social impact by driving policy change.