Author: Lemarchand, Guillermo A.Publisher: UNESCO Publishing
ISBN: 9231002716
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 237
Book Description
Mapping research and innovation in Lao People's Democratic Republic
Author: Lemarchand, Guillermo A.Publisher: UNESCO Publishing
ISBN: 9231002716
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 237
Book Description
Broken Lives
Author: Asian Development BankPublisher: Asian Development Bank
ISBN: 9292546988
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 83
Book Description
This study takes a hard look at human trafficking in the northern region of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) in the context of rapid economic and social change. The Lao PDR is made up of close to 49 main ethnic groups and up to 160 subgroups. Rapid economic growth and infrastructure development have differing effects on different ethnicities; increased out-migration and mobility for some, social disruption for others when the integrity of cultural roles and norms is compromised. Some ethnic groups adapt; others become more vulnerable to migration and human trafficking activities. Relocation, whether voluntary or involuntary, appears to increase the risk of cultural disruption and migration, often leading to trafficking. The study uses ethnicity and social conditions to understand what motivates migration and creates vulnerability, making a strong case for greater attention to culture and ethnicity when designing development policy and programs. It provides analysis and recommendations aimed at mitigating the increased vulnerability of ethnic groups to trafficking on account of loss of traditional livelihoods and cultural norms. It suggests that the key lies not only in providing an enabling environment for government agencies to trust local knowledge but also in getting the government to set good examples and earn the trust of villagers, especially members of ethnic minorities.
State of the World's Children 2013
Author: UNICEF.Publisher: UN
ISBN: 9789280646566
Category : Children with disabilities
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
One in every seven children is disabled. Children with disabilities are among the most likely to be marginalized, poor and vulnerable. UNICEF is committed to improving the lives of children, particularly those who face the greatest disadvantages. The report will investigate the web of barriers disabled children face: discrimination, harmful norms and the lack of accurate information. The report will analyse and provide good-practice guidance on: inclusive health and education; prevention; nutrition; protection from violence, exploitation and abuse; emergency response; institutionalization; and the role of appropriate technology and infrastructure
Stories from Laos
Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bilingual books
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Eight tales, map, brief history of Laos, introduction to each of the four cultural groups, and cultural notes about each tale.
Biodiversity Conservation, Protected Areas, and the Development Imperative in Lao PDR
Author: Stuart ChapePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
Ethnic Groups of Laos: Profiles of Sino-Tibetan-speaking peoples
Author: Joachim SchliesingerPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
State of the World's Children
Author: UNICEF.Publisher: UNICEF
ISBN: 9280644424
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
On 20 November 2009, the global community celebrates the 20th anniversary of the adoption by the United Nations General Assembly of the Convention on the Rights of the Child, the unique document that sets international standards for the care, treatment and protection of all individuals below age 18. To celebrate this landmark, the United Nations Children's Fund is dedicating a special edition of its flagship report The State of the World's Children to examining the Convention's evolution, progress achieved on child rights, challenges remaining, and actions to be taken to ensure that its promise becomes a reality for all children.
National Program Coordination
Author: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Office of Program Planning and EvaluationPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Blood
Languages : en
Pages : 656
Book Description
A Guide for ensuring inclusion and equity in education
Author: UNESCOPublisher: UNESCO Publishing
ISBN: 9231002228
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 45
Book Description
Women's Participation in Social Development
Author: Karen Marie MokatePublisher: IDB
ISBN: 9781931003940
Category : Social planning
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description