Sentences with phrase «on humanitarian relief»

Those focused both on humanitarian relief efforts, often a military mission, and on combating rising instances of extremism (which are often fueled by economic desperation or inability to access shelter, food, and water) are now very concerned about the impact of climate change disruptions on global stability.

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Topics included: early reporting on inaccuracies in the articles of The New York Times's Judith Miller that built support for the invasion of Iraq; the media campaign to destroy UN chief Kofi Annan and undermine confidence in multilateral solutions; revelations by George Bush's biographer that as far back as 1999 then - presidential candidate Bush already spoke of wanting to invade Iraq; the real reason Bush was grounded during his National Guard days — as recounted by the widow of the pilot who replaced him; an article published throughout the world that highlighted the West's lack of resolve to seriously pursue the genocidal fugitive Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic, responsible for the largest number of European civilian deaths since World War II; several investigations of allegations by former members concerning the practices of Scientology; corruption in the leadership of the nation's largest police union; a well - connected humanitarian relief organization operating as a cover for unauthorized US covert intervention abroad; detailed evidence that a powerful congressional critic of Bill Clinton and Al Gore for financial irregularities and personal improprieties had his own track record of far more serious transgressions; a look at the practices and values of top Democratic operative and the clients they represent when out of power in Washington; the murky international interests that fueled both George W. Bush's and Hillary Clinton's presidential campaigns; the efficacy of various proposed solutions to the failed war on drugs; the poor - quality televised news program for teens (with lots of advertising) that has quietly seeped into many of America's public schools; an early exploration of deceptive practices by the credit card industry; a study of ecosystem destruction in Irian Jaya, one of the world's last substantial rain forests.

Mr. Trump even tweeted on Monday that «Food, water and medical are top priorities — and doing well,» which doesn't jive with the experience of Governor Rosselló, who this week called for more search - and - rescue assistance and record levels of humanitarian relief.

World Relief, the humanitarian arm of the National Association of Evangelicals (NAE), took on about 11,000 cases last year — a record high since 1999 — and had almost 1,200 churches volunteer to help.

Conservative candidate for Aylesbury, David Lidington, said: «Whether you look at Ebola and our response to that, whether you look at the # 2.3 billion that was allocated to humanitarian relief in the Syrian refugee crisis, I think the Conservative Party can say that we've got a good track record on delivering practical policies with that clear ethical foundation.»

With the exception of humanitarian relief, church people now tend to concentrate on local issues, showing less interest in national and international concerns and institutional structures, which are seen as overpowering and self - perpetuating.

World Relief, the NAE's humanitarian arm, added a statement to acknowledge the Dreamers on its own staff.

At a nearby hotel, we met Lilian Pizzi, a psychotherapist who works inside the center for Terre des Hommes, an international humanitarian relief organization focusing on the rights of children.

UN and aid agencies all agree that humanitarian relief programmes must include training on how to protect, promote and support breastfeeding, as well as how to support non breastfed children in ways that do not undermine breastfeeding.

Likewise though SC Res 733 (1992) imposed a general and complete embargo on all arms to Somalia it was implicitly modified by SC Res 794 (1992) which authorised the use of all necessary means to establish a secure environment for humanitarian relief since the embargo was not interpreted as applying to arms brought in by those implementing that mandate.

WHITE PLAINS, NY — Responding to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Puerto Rico following the devastation of Hurricane Maria, County Executive Robert P. Astorino on Friday, September 29, will announce that he is launching a «Hurricane Relief for Puerto Rico» drive across Westchester County.

He also filed in - depth reports focusing on the humanitarian disaster and challenges of bringing relief to some of the Nepal's far - flung rural villages.

Sean Penn is well known for his humanitarian and activist work around the globe, whether it is raising money for relief efforts in devastated countries, or trying to shine light on tragedies of war - torn countries that may not be on the radar of the average American movie - goer.

As part of the relief fundraising efforts, Carnival Cruise Line is embarking on humanitarian efforts to deliver supplies to the most deeply affected areas of Florida and the Caribbean.

The committee said the Navy should «prepare for increased strain on capabilities due to greater humanitarian assistance / disaster relief - related missions, as well as the opening of new international and territorial waters in the Arctic.»

For example, the area of climate change has a dramatic impact on national security: rising sea levels, to severe droughts, to the melting of the polar caps, to more frequent and devastating natural disasters all raise demand for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

Until recently, climate and security experts have focused their research mostly on the humanitarian and disaster - relief implications of increasing extreme weather.

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At the Copenhagen conference in December 2009 the Director of the U.S. Navy Task Force on Climate Change, Rear Admiral David Titley gave a somber assessment of the risks presented by climate change, including the likely need for greater humanitarian and disaster relief missions, and the dangers posed by such «wild cards» as ocean acidification and rising sea levels.

Rice has been involved in a number of humanitarian pursuits (the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief and in creating and serving on the board of the Millennium Challenge Corporation — endeavors to increase aid to developing countries and the worlds poorest, most disadvantaged populations — and serving as a member of the board of trustees of the John F. Kennedy Center).

Climate Security Index holds that climate change will change the nature of US foreign aid and humanitarian relief, anticipation of natural and manmade disasters, and military operations, placing a new importance on developing more effective and adaptive foreign assistance programs and increasing the flexibility of US armed forces.

In the test case that came before the Supreme Court in 2010, Holder v. Humanitarian Law Project, the Court held that it was constitutional to prohibit a group of humanitarian legal professionals (including a retired U.S. judge) «from engaging in certain specified activities, including training PKK members to use international law to resolve disputes peacefully; teaching PKK members to petition the United Nations and other representative bodies for relief; and engaging in political advocacy on behalf of Kurds living in Turkey and Tamils living in Sri LHumanitarian Law Project, the Court held that it was constitutional to prohibit a group of humanitarian legal professionals (including a retired U.S. judge) «from engaging in certain specified activities, including training PKK members to use international law to resolve disputes peacefully; teaching PKK members to petition the United Nations and other representative bodies for relief; and engaging in political advocacy on behalf of Kurds living in Turkey and Tamils living in Sri Lhumanitarian legal professionals (including a retired U.S. judge) «from engaging in certain specified activities, including training PKK members to use international law to resolve disputes peacefully; teaching PKK members to petition the United Nations and other representative bodies for relief; and engaging in political advocacy on behalf of Kurds living in Turkey and Tamils living in Sri Lanka.»

Under the current regime, a person found to be inadmissible under s 34 (1)(d) for being a danger to the security of Canada would be barred from seeking relief on humanitarian and compassionate grounds by IRPA s 25.

The proper approach is more consistent with the goals of s. 25 (1) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and focuses more on the equitable underlying purpose of the humanitarian and compassionate relief application process, seeing the words in the Guidelines as being helpful in assessing when relief should be granted in a given case, but without treating them as the only possible formulation of when there are humanitarian and compassionate grounds justifying the exercise of discretion.

Focus should be on the equitable underlying purpose of the humanitarian and compassionate relief application process, not seeing the guidelines as the only possible formulation for relief.

These efforts have included outreach to train community leaders and advocates on the process of applying for temporary protected status and have provided valuable assistance to a vulnerable community in need of humanitarian relief.

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Professional Duties & Responsibilities Oversaw security operations in the United States and during three tours of duty in Iraq Served in a 6 man scout sniper team which successfully completed 50 missions in theater Determined range, windage, and elevation for active insurgent targets Built strong rapport with indigenous people to attain information on High Priority targets Operated deep in hostile territory without support units for extended periods of time Trained and led a 12 marine security patrol team in combat and high pressure situations Provided fire support and communications with artillery, jets, and other support units Responsible for base security operations including checkpoints in hostile territory Searched vehicles and individuals for weapons and other contraband prior to base entry Highly trained in weapons, hand to hand combat, and field first aid Proficient in operation and maintenance of military communications technology Oversaw police operations including investigations, law enforcement, and administration Maintain the highest level of physical fitness and health Performed various humanitarian relief efforts throughout Africa and the surrounding area Handled high pressure situations in a calm, professional, and effective manner