Dear Readers
I disagree with this article for two reasons:
First: The philosophy of every university and entrepreneurs is based on Business as Usual
Second: The development of this noble business model, must be a duty of States , NGO's and UN, and not the opposite.
Conclusion: After a real and long agreement between these two figures, we can say, that the Corporate Social Responsibility is a mass-reality.
NB: Tomorrow there will be the G8, at L' Aquila (Italy), did you heard politicians speaking about CSR/SRI???
I did not heard anything!!!!!!
If you are disagree with me please post your opinions
Thank You
Social Innovation:
Entrepreneurs have a strong impact on society, not only as creators of wealth and jobs, but also as contributors to common good. Therefore we strongly encourage that the concept of Corporate Social Responsibility be adopted by the majority of companies, and be supported by governments. We also stress the importance of Social Entrepreneurship: entrepreneurs can contribute to sectors that offer social services and at the same time be profitable.
We as young business leaders agree to engage in public/private partnerships that will help our businesses grow and to assist the next generation of entrepreneurs so they are contributors to the economy.
We ask Governments to recognize the importance of private/public partnerships and the important role that young entrepreneurs can play if given the opportunity to engage equally with large corporations in government policy development and procurement opportunities.
Green Innovation:
We as young leaders see green innovation as an opportunity for growth. This can bring new markets, create new jobs and lead to a more environmentally sustainable development.
Therefore, we encourage companies to adopt the highest level of eco-efficiency and invest in green initiatives. We also encourage the development global partnerships among all countries.
We as young business leaders promote studies on the effects of our corporate carbon footprint and undertake proper actions to decrease it until we are carbon neutral. We urge governments to create matching incentives for young entrepreneurs to adopt new and greener technologies and also to nurture green innovation.
Source: etribuna
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Italo
Tuesday, July 07, 2009
Friday, May 29, 2009
Bed and Breakfast can reduce poverty in Kenya? (Essay)
Dear Readers
I am proud to announce that I wrote an essay called “Bed and Breakfast can reduce poverty in Kenya?”
Key-Concepts
Swot Analysis, Eco-Tourism, Stakeholders, Sustainable
Development, Ecosystem, Environment, Tourism Supply Chain.
Introduction
At University I did a thesis on how to develop a B&B formula, unfortunately I
didn't used words such as: Collectivism, Society, Community and so on.
My Goal was to implement this formula in a specific area, in the developed
world, the main goal was to make money as soon as possible.
After a course on Human Rights, I changed my mind, Individualism is based
on "Human Independence" and Collectivism is based on "Human
Interdependence" that's the difference, my idea is to create a Bed & Breakfast
in the developing world, where I'll put my stress on synergy, communities, and
promoting the concept on how to create a responsible business, where the
profits will be used for infrastructures, education, and the most important goal
"make poverty History".
B&B Can Reduce Poverty in Kenya
Cheers
Italo
I am proud to announce that I wrote an essay called “Bed and Breakfast can reduce poverty in Kenya?”
Key-Concepts
Swot Analysis, Eco-Tourism, Stakeholders, Sustainable
Development, Ecosystem, Environment, Tourism Supply Chain.
Introduction
At University I did a thesis on how to develop a B&B formula, unfortunately I
didn't used words such as: Collectivism, Society, Community and so on.
My Goal was to implement this formula in a specific area, in the developed
world, the main goal was to make money as soon as possible.
After a course on Human Rights, I changed my mind, Individualism is based
on "Human Independence" and Collectivism is based on "Human
Interdependence" that's the difference, my idea is to create a Bed & Breakfast
in the developing world, where I'll put my stress on synergy, communities, and
promoting the concept on how to create a responsible business, where the
profits will be used for infrastructures, education, and the most important goal
"make poverty History".
B&B Can Reduce Poverty in Kenya
Cheers
Italo
Monday, May 25, 2009
2009 Environmentally Responsible Tourism Award
About this Video
Swami Radhananda receives Tourism BCs coveted Environmentally Responsible Tourism Award on February 12th 2009 at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Vancouver. This was in recognition of Yasodhara Ashram's focused efforts towards sustainability.
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Italo
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Italo
Monday, April 27, 2009
Controversies in Tourism
Dear Reader
On internet I found this article, what do you think?
14 april 2009 - Tourism is neither panacea nor blight.
The impacts of tourism on people and the environment are well documented.
Yet, the controversies in tourism remain undocumented, and sometimes even unpopular.
A look at the current tourism environments from non-academic sources illustrates the importance and need to discuss tourism controversies in academia, Omar Moufakkir writes.
Source:Science Guide
Cheers
Italo
On internet I found this article, what do you think?
14 april 2009 - Tourism is neither panacea nor blight.
The impacts of tourism on people and the environment are well documented.
Yet, the controversies in tourism remain undocumented, and sometimes even unpopular.
A look at the current tourism environments from non-academic sources illustrates the importance and need to discuss tourism controversies in academia, Omar Moufakkir writes.
Source:Science Guide
Cheers
Italo
Tuesday, April 07, 2009
What to do in case of Earthquake
Be Prepared: Before, During and After an Earthquake
Do you know how to prepare for and survive a major earthquake? According to Department of Conservation scientists, it will be critical to have the right answer to that question somewhere in California sometime in the coming years.
Many people think having bottled water on hand is a good idea. That's true, as long as you have enough. Many are certain that standing in a doorway during the shaking is a good idea. That's false, unless you live in an unreinforced adode structure; otherwise, you're more likely to be hurt by the door swinging wildly in a doorway or trampled by people trying to hurry outside if you're in a public place.
How to be Prepared
o Electricity, water, gas and telephones may not be working after an earthquake.
The police and fire departments are likely to be tied up. You should be prepared to fend for yourself for at least three days, preferably for a week.
o You'll need food and water (a gallon a day per person); a first aid kit; a fire extinguisher suitable for all types of fires; flashlights; a portable radio; extra batteries, blankets, clothes, shoes and money (ATMs may not work); medication; an adjustable or pipe wrench to turn off gas or water, if necessary; baby and pet food; and an alternate cooking source (barbecue or camp stove). This list can also be applied to other disasters, such as floods or wildfires.
o It's also a good idea to decide beforehand how and where your family will reunite if separated during a quake and to conduct in-home practice drills. You might choose an out-of-the-area friend or relative that family members can call to check on you.
o Securing water heaters, major appliances and tall, heavy furniture to prevent them from toppling are prudent steps. So, too, are storing hazardous or flammable liquids, heavy objects and breakables on low shelves or in secure cabinets.
o Discuss earthquake insurance with your agent. Depending on your financial situation and the value of your home, it may be worthwhile.
During an Earthquake
o If you're indoors, stay there. Get under -- and hold onto --a desk or table, or stand against an interior wall. Stay clear of exterior walls, glass, heavy furniture, fireplaces and appliances. The kitchen is a particularly dangerous spot. If you're in an office building, stay away from windows and outside walls and do not use the elevator.
o If you're outside, get into the open. Stay clear of buildings, power lines or anything else that could fall on you.
o If you're driving, move the car out of traffic and stop. Avoid parking under or on bridges or overpasses. Try to get clear of trees, light posts, signs and power lines. When you resume driving, watch out for road hazards.
o If you're in a mountainous area, beware of the potential for landslides. Likewise, if you're near the ocean, be aware that tsunamis are associated with large earthquakes. Get to high ground.
o If you're in a crowded public place, avoid panicking and do not rush for the exit. Stay low and cover your head and neck with your hands and arms.
After an Earthquake
o Check for fire or fire hazards. If you smell gas, shut off the main gas valve. If there's evidence of damage to electrical wiring, shut off the power at the control box.
o If the phone is working, only use it in case of emergency. Likewise, avoid driving if possible to keep the streets clear for emergency vehicles.
o Be aware that items may fall out of cupboards or closets when the door is opened, and also that chimneys can be weakened and fall with a touch. Check for cracks and damage to the roof and foundation of your home.
o Listen to the radio for important information and instructions. Remember that aftershocks, sometimes large enough to cause damage in their own right, generally follow large quakes.
o If you leave home, leave a message telling friends and family your location.
What to do in case of Earthquake (F.A.Q.)
http://www.consrv.ca.gov/index/Earthquakes/Pages/qh_earthquakes.aspx
Source: State of California
Prepare your emergency survival kit
Japan is an earthquake-prone country. Be prepared and don't panic when it happens!
Check your emergency survival kit regularly to see if the food is outdated or any items are missing so that the kit is usable when it's needed.
Source and Link: Tokio icc
http://www.tokyo-icc.jp/guide_eng/kinkyu/05.html
Think Before
Italo
Do you know how to prepare for and survive a major earthquake? According to Department of Conservation scientists, it will be critical to have the right answer to that question somewhere in California sometime in the coming years.
Many people think having bottled water on hand is a good idea. That's true, as long as you have enough. Many are certain that standing in a doorway during the shaking is a good idea. That's false, unless you live in an unreinforced adode structure; otherwise, you're more likely to be hurt by the door swinging wildly in a doorway or trampled by people trying to hurry outside if you're in a public place.
How to be Prepared
o Electricity, water, gas and telephones may not be working after an earthquake.
The police and fire departments are likely to be tied up. You should be prepared to fend for yourself for at least three days, preferably for a week.
o You'll need food and water (a gallon a day per person); a first aid kit; a fire extinguisher suitable for all types of fires; flashlights; a portable radio; extra batteries, blankets, clothes, shoes and money (ATMs may not work); medication; an adjustable or pipe wrench to turn off gas or water, if necessary; baby and pet food; and an alternate cooking source (barbecue or camp stove). This list can also be applied to other disasters, such as floods or wildfires.
o It's also a good idea to decide beforehand how and where your family will reunite if separated during a quake and to conduct in-home practice drills. You might choose an out-of-the-area friend or relative that family members can call to check on you.
o Securing water heaters, major appliances and tall, heavy furniture to prevent them from toppling are prudent steps. So, too, are storing hazardous or flammable liquids, heavy objects and breakables on low shelves or in secure cabinets.
o Discuss earthquake insurance with your agent. Depending on your financial situation and the value of your home, it may be worthwhile.
During an Earthquake
o If you're indoors, stay there. Get under -- and hold onto --a desk or table, or stand against an interior wall. Stay clear of exterior walls, glass, heavy furniture, fireplaces and appliances. The kitchen is a particularly dangerous spot. If you're in an office building, stay away from windows and outside walls and do not use the elevator.
o If you're outside, get into the open. Stay clear of buildings, power lines or anything else that could fall on you.
o If you're driving, move the car out of traffic and stop. Avoid parking under or on bridges or overpasses. Try to get clear of trees, light posts, signs and power lines. When you resume driving, watch out for road hazards.
o If you're in a mountainous area, beware of the potential for landslides. Likewise, if you're near the ocean, be aware that tsunamis are associated with large earthquakes. Get to high ground.
o If you're in a crowded public place, avoid panicking and do not rush for the exit. Stay low and cover your head and neck with your hands and arms.
After an Earthquake
o Check for fire or fire hazards. If you smell gas, shut off the main gas valve. If there's evidence of damage to electrical wiring, shut off the power at the control box.
o If the phone is working, only use it in case of emergency. Likewise, avoid driving if possible to keep the streets clear for emergency vehicles.
o Be aware that items may fall out of cupboards or closets when the door is opened, and also that chimneys can be weakened and fall with a touch. Check for cracks and damage to the roof and foundation of your home.
o Listen to the radio for important information and instructions. Remember that aftershocks, sometimes large enough to cause damage in their own right, generally follow large quakes.
o If you leave home, leave a message telling friends and family your location.
What to do in case of Earthquake (F.A.Q.)
http://www.consrv.ca.gov/index/Earthquakes/Pages/qh_earthquakes.aspx
Source: State of California
Prepare your emergency survival kit
Japan is an earthquake-prone country. Be prepared and don't panic when it happens!
Check your emergency survival kit regularly to see if the food is outdated or any items are missing so that the kit is usable when it's needed.
Source and Link: Tokio icc
http://www.tokyo-icc.jp/guide_eng/kinkyu/05.html
Think Before
Italo
Cosa fare in caso di terremoto
Informazioni di comportamento in caso di terremoto. Il terremoto è un fenomeno naturale e conseguentemente dobbiamo prepararci all’eventualità che esso avvenga senza farci sorprendere impreparati, tanto più se abitiamo in una area definita storicamente “sismica”. Cosa fare quando il terremoto non c’è: - Verificare lo stato di salute della propria casa; una casa in buone condizioni subisce meno danni ed è meno pericolosa di una in cattivo stato di manutenzione.
Informarsi se sono stato fatti gli adeguamenti antisismici (esistono varie leggi che danno contributi ai cittadini per gli adeguamenti, informarsi presso gli Uffici Tecnici dei Comuni!).
- Tenere a mente dove si abita, nel senso di conoscere il proprio quartiere e memorizzare le aree libere vicino casa.
- Informarsi su cosa prevede in caso di terremoto il “Piano comunale di Protezione Civile” del proprio paese per il quartiere dove si abita, conoscere dove si trova “l’area di attesa”.
- Informarsi sul posto di lavoro e nelle scuole se esiste un piano di evacuazione. Chiedere di partecipare al progetto “Scuola sicura”. - Nei condomini: indire ogni 6 mesi una riunione per verificare le conoscenze di comportamento di ciascun inquilino, chiedere che vengano eliminate le situazioni di pericolo derivanti dagli “aggetti”, dai cornicioni, etc. (non vuol dire: eliminare gli aggetti ed i cornicioni, ma le situazioni precarie!).
Per evitare comportamenti che potrebbero aumentare i danni ed i problemi in caso di terremoto è opportuno seguire alcuni semplici consigli. Durante il terremoto: - Cercare di stare calmi e rimanere dove ci si trova. Coloro che sono a casa si debbono portare vicino ai muri maestri, sotto gli architravi, lontano dalle finestre.
- Evitare assolutamente l’ascensore, e fare attenzione alle scale. Le cose che più facilmente possono causare danni in casa sono: lo scaldabagno, i pensili della cucina, i lampadari, i mobili alti e pesanti. Evitare di accendere le luci, chiudere il gas.
Ripararsi sotto il letto o sotto i tavoli robusti.
- All’esterno le prime cose che cadono sono: i cornicioni in cattive condizioni, i comignoli, le tegole, i vasi dei fiori, i balconi a sbalzo (se mal collegati!), i vetri. - Se si è in macchina fermarsi ed aspettare che il terremoto cessi (le scosse possono durare da pochi secondi a pochi minuti!)
- Sul posto di lavoro comportarsi come in casa: portarsi sotto le travi o ripararsi sotto banconi o scrivanie; la stessa cosa va fatta a scuola. - E’ molto pericoloso precipitarsi fuori da dove ci si trova, ma è opportuno uscire al termine delle scosse, con calma!
- Non usare il telefono, le linee potrebbero essere interrotte, quelle attive servono per i soccorsi. Dopo il terremoto: - Recuperare le cose più necessarie come un maglione, una coperta, una bottiglia d’acqua. Portarsi dietro una torcia elettrica, evitare la tentazione di fare la valigia, prendere la radiolina.
- Chiudere gli interruttori centrali della luce, del gas, dell’acqua.
- Uscire di casa, dal posto di lavoro, da scuola assieme, responsabilizzare subito qualcuno che chiuda la fila! - Portarsi nelle “aree di attesa” memorizzati e previsti dal Piano comunale di Protezione Civile.
- Evitare di prendere la macchina (anche se la tentazione è forte!), le strade saranno molto probabilmente non praticabili e la vostra auto contribuirà ad aumentare la confusione ed a rallentare i soccorsi!
- E’ consigliabile restare uniti, non farsi vincere dalla tentazione di tornare a casa a prendere qualcosa d’altro (un terremoto è fatto anche di repliche e scosse di assestamento, che possono essere altrettanto pericolose della prima botta !).
- Pazienza! I soccorsi hanno bisogno di un po’ di tempo per la organizzazione.
- Segnalare ai soccorritori solo i casi che hanno particolare urgenza, contribuire al rapido dispiegarsi dei soccorsi non intralciandoli, mettere a disposizione dei responsabili dei soccorsi le proprie competenze e specializzazioni, evitare la diffusione di notizie non verificate.
Fonte:
Architetto Francesco Pio ACITO Disaster Manager MATERA
Ciao
Italo
Informarsi se sono stato fatti gli adeguamenti antisismici (esistono varie leggi che danno contributi ai cittadini per gli adeguamenti, informarsi presso gli Uffici Tecnici dei Comuni!).
- Tenere a mente dove si abita, nel senso di conoscere il proprio quartiere e memorizzare le aree libere vicino casa.
- Informarsi su cosa prevede in caso di terremoto il “Piano comunale di Protezione Civile” del proprio paese per il quartiere dove si abita, conoscere dove si trova “l’area di attesa”.
- Informarsi sul posto di lavoro e nelle scuole se esiste un piano di evacuazione. Chiedere di partecipare al progetto “Scuola sicura”. - Nei condomini: indire ogni 6 mesi una riunione per verificare le conoscenze di comportamento di ciascun inquilino, chiedere che vengano eliminate le situazioni di pericolo derivanti dagli “aggetti”, dai cornicioni, etc. (non vuol dire: eliminare gli aggetti ed i cornicioni, ma le situazioni precarie!).
Per evitare comportamenti che potrebbero aumentare i danni ed i problemi in caso di terremoto è opportuno seguire alcuni semplici consigli. Durante il terremoto: - Cercare di stare calmi e rimanere dove ci si trova. Coloro che sono a casa si debbono portare vicino ai muri maestri, sotto gli architravi, lontano dalle finestre.
- Evitare assolutamente l’ascensore, e fare attenzione alle scale. Le cose che più facilmente possono causare danni in casa sono: lo scaldabagno, i pensili della cucina, i lampadari, i mobili alti e pesanti. Evitare di accendere le luci, chiudere il gas.
Ripararsi sotto il letto o sotto i tavoli robusti.
- All’esterno le prime cose che cadono sono: i cornicioni in cattive condizioni, i comignoli, le tegole, i vasi dei fiori, i balconi a sbalzo (se mal collegati!), i vetri. - Se si è in macchina fermarsi ed aspettare che il terremoto cessi (le scosse possono durare da pochi secondi a pochi minuti!)
- Sul posto di lavoro comportarsi come in casa: portarsi sotto le travi o ripararsi sotto banconi o scrivanie; la stessa cosa va fatta a scuola. - E’ molto pericoloso precipitarsi fuori da dove ci si trova, ma è opportuno uscire al termine delle scosse, con calma!
- Non usare il telefono, le linee potrebbero essere interrotte, quelle attive servono per i soccorsi. Dopo il terremoto: - Recuperare le cose più necessarie come un maglione, una coperta, una bottiglia d’acqua. Portarsi dietro una torcia elettrica, evitare la tentazione di fare la valigia, prendere la radiolina.
- Chiudere gli interruttori centrali della luce, del gas, dell’acqua.
- Uscire di casa, dal posto di lavoro, da scuola assieme, responsabilizzare subito qualcuno che chiuda la fila! - Portarsi nelle “aree di attesa” memorizzati e previsti dal Piano comunale di Protezione Civile.
- Evitare di prendere la macchina (anche se la tentazione è forte!), le strade saranno molto probabilmente non praticabili e la vostra auto contribuirà ad aumentare la confusione ed a rallentare i soccorsi!
- E’ consigliabile restare uniti, non farsi vincere dalla tentazione di tornare a casa a prendere qualcosa d’altro (un terremoto è fatto anche di repliche e scosse di assestamento, che possono essere altrettanto pericolose della prima botta !).
- Pazienza! I soccorsi hanno bisogno di un po’ di tempo per la organizzazione.
- Segnalare ai soccorritori solo i casi che hanno particolare urgenza, contribuire al rapido dispiegarsi dei soccorsi non intralciandoli, mettere a disposizione dei responsabili dei soccorsi le proprie competenze e specializzazioni, evitare la diffusione di notizie non verificate.
Fonte:
Architetto Francesco Pio ACITO Disaster Manager MATERA
Ciao
Italo
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Italienische Reise (Goethe)
In 1786, Goethe had travelled to Italy via Innsbruck and the Brenner Pass.
He visited Lake Garda, Verona, Venice, Rome and Alban Hills, Naples and Sicily. He wrote many letters, which he later used as the basis for Italian Journey.
Source: Wiki
Goethe (B.1749 - D.1832) was one of the key figures of German literature and the movement of Weimar Classicism in the late 18th and early 19th centuries; this movement coincides with Enlightenment, Sentimentality (Empfindsamkeit), Sturm und Drang and Romanticism.
The author of the scientific text Theory of Colours, he influenced Darwin with his focus on plant morphology.
He also served at length as the Privy Councilor ("Geheimrat") of the duchy of Weimar.
Goethe is the originator of the concept of Weltliteratur ("world literature"), having taken great interest in the literatures of England, France, Italy, classical Greece, Persia, the Arab world, and others. His influence on German philosophy is virtually immeasurable, having major effect especially on the generation of Hegel and Schelling, although Goethe himself expressly and decidedly refrained from practicing philosophy in the rarefied sense.
Source: Wikipedia
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goethe
Italienische Reise
Band 1
http://www.gutenberg.org/dirs/etext00/8itr110.txt
Band 2
http://www.gutenberg.org/dirs/etext00/7itr210.txt
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Italo
Monday, February 16, 2009
Gulliver's Travel (e-book)
Gulliver's Travel (audio)
http://publicliterature.org/exp/music/index.php?prev_url=http://publicliterature.org/books/gullivers_travels/xaa.php&playlist=http://publicliterature.org/books/gullivers_travels/music/playlist.xspf
Jonathan Swift (B.30 November 1667 D. 19 October 1745)
http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/577008/Jonathan-Swift
Gulliver's Travel (Lecture)
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Italo
Sunday, February 08, 2009
The Travel of Marco Polo
The Travels of Marco Polo is the usual English title of Marco Polo's travel book, nicknamed Il Milione (The Million, see below) or Le Livre des Merveilles (The Book of Wonders).
This description of his travels and stays in the Orient, including Asia, Persia, China and Indonesia, between 1271 and 1298 is also known as Oriente Poliano or Description of the World.
It was a very famous and popular book in the 13th century. The text claims that Marco Polo became an important figure at the court of the Mongol leader Kublai Khan.
However, modern scholars debate how much of the account is accurate and whether or not Marco Polo ever actually traveled to the court or was just repeating stories that he had heard from other travellers.
The book was actually written in French by a romance author of the time, Rustichello da Pisa, who was reportedly working from accounts which he had heard from Marco Polo when they were in prison in Genoa having been captured while on a ship.
Source: Wikipedia
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Travels_of_Marco_Polo
IL MilioneThis description of his travels and stays in the Orient, including Asia, Persia, China and Indonesia, between 1271 and 1298 is also known as Oriente Poliano or Description of the World.
It was a very famous and popular book in the 13th century. The text claims that Marco Polo became an important figure at the court of the Mongol leader Kublai Khan.
However, modern scholars debate how much of the account is accurate and whether or not Marco Polo ever actually traveled to the court or was just repeating stories that he had heard from other travellers.
The book was actually written in French by a romance author of the time, Rustichello da Pisa, who was reportedly working from accounts which he had heard from Marco Polo when they were in prison in Genoa having been captured while on a ship.
Source: Wikipedia
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Travels_of_Marco_Polo
Volume 1 by Marco Polo and Rustichello of Pisa
http://www.gutenberg.org/files/10636/10636-8.txt
Volume 2 by Marco Polo and Rustichello of Pisa
http://www.gutenberg.org/files/12410/12410-8.txt
Cheers
Italo
http://www.gutenberg.org/files/10636/10636-8.txt
Volume 2 by Marco Polo and Rustichello of Pisa
http://www.gutenberg.org/files/12410/12410-8.txt
Cheers
Italo
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Picture from Italy (book)
Dear Readers
I think that through the literature we can defeat any kind of racism, for this reason I'll post writings, poems of famous writers, the first one is Charles Dickens.
Written by: Charles Dickens
Pages: 179
Charles Dickens
Review of the Book: After Martin Chuzzlewit was published in 1844, Dickens deliberately took a break from novels to travel in Italy for almost a year.
Bored by many traditional tourist sites and repelled by the greed and empty rituals of the Catholic church, Dickens is far more attracted by urban desolation, the colourful life of the streets and visible signs of the nation's richly textured past. He is especially drawn to the costumes, cross-dressing and sheer exuberant energy of the Roman carnival.
Although seldom overtly political, Pictures from Italy often touches on the corruption and cruelty of Italian history, the grinding poverty and a sense of continuing oppression lurking just below the surface. A thrilling travelogue which is also deeply revealing about its author's current anxieties and concerns, this neglected work deserves a secure place among the masterpieces of Dickens's maturity.
Source: Penguin Classics
Charles Dickens (Biography)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Dickens
Cheers
Italo
I think that through the literature we can defeat any kind of racism, for this reason I'll post writings, poems of famous writers, the first one is Charles Dickens.
Written by: Charles Dickens
Pages: 179
Charles DickensReview of the Book: After Martin Chuzzlewit was published in 1844, Dickens deliberately took a break from novels to travel in Italy for almost a year.
Bored by many traditional tourist sites and repelled by the greed and empty rituals of the Catholic church, Dickens is far more attracted by urban desolation, the colourful life of the streets and visible signs of the nation's richly textured past. He is especially drawn to the costumes, cross-dressing and sheer exuberant energy of the Roman carnival.
Although seldom overtly political, Pictures from Italy often touches on the corruption and cruelty of Italian history, the grinding poverty and a sense of continuing oppression lurking just below the surface. A thrilling travelogue which is also deeply revealing about its author's current anxieties and concerns, this neglected work deserves a secure place among the masterpieces of Dickens's maturity.
Source: Penguin Classics
Charles Dickens (Biography)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Dickens
Cheers
Italo
Monday, January 05, 2009
The Future of Capitalism
As the issues of global warming and international development become more pressing, many are reexamining the role multinational corporations play in our society.
Some believe that corporations will be the new agent of change in this era of globalization, while others question the potential corporate social responsibility can have to solve all the world's problems.
Elliott Brown is Founder and CEO of Springboard Forward, an award winning non-profit organization that provides career development services that empower individuals to find a lifetime of Engaged Employment™. In 2005, Elliott was elected an Ashoka Fellow for his innovative work in changing the way poverty is being addressed in the United States. He graduated from Stanford University with a BA in Psychology in 1989.
Bruce Piasecki is the President and Founder of the American Hazard Control Group, a management consulting firm specializing in energy, materials, and environmental corporate matters since 1981. Dr. Piasecki is the author five books, including In Search of Environmental Excellence: Moving Beyond Blame. His latest book, World Inc., will be released in April 2007. Visit worldincbook.com
David Vogel is the Solomon P. Lee Professor of Business Ethics at the Haas School of Business and Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of California, Berkeley. He is the author of The Market for Virtue: The Potential and Limits of Corporate Social Responsibility. He has lectured on corporate responsibility to professional and academic conferences in the United States, Great Britain, France, Italy, Denmark and Canada.
Source: Youtube
The Shock Doctrine: The Rise of Disaster Capitalism
Cheers
Italo
Tuesday, December 02, 2008
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
On December 10, 1948 the General Assembly of the United Nations adopted and proclaimed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights the full text of which appears in the following pages. Following this historic act the Assembly called upon all Member countries to publicize the text of the Declaration and "to cause it to be disseminated, displayed, read and expounded principally in schools and other educational institutions, without distinction based on the political status of countries or territories."
http://www.unhchr.ch/udhr/lang/eng.pdf
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Italo
Friday, November 21, 2008
Tony Blair on Faith and Globalisation
Dear Mates
I agree to Blair, his speech is it utopia? or not?
Cheers
Italo
I agree to Blair, his speech is it utopia? or not?
Cheers
Italo
Friday, November 07, 2008
Obama and CSR
Dear Readers
A) Surfing the net I found that the new President of the US in pro CSR, this is the proof (click above on "Obama and CSR")
B) I believe that The CSR and SRI must be implemented by a responsible state, not from a multinational, because their target is to do money, dot.
I believe that, the CSR and SRI must be implemented by a responsible state, not from a multinational, because their target is to do money dot.
They are pro CSR and SRI because this new business model is a perfect cosmetic, a PR tool.ù
It's time to change
Yes we Can
What do you think?
Cheers
Italo
A) Surfing the net I found that the new President of the US in pro CSR, this is the proof (click above on "Obama and CSR")
B) I believe that The CSR and SRI must be implemented by a responsible state, not from a multinational, because their target is to do money, dot.
I believe that, the CSR and SRI must be implemented by a responsible state, not from a multinational, because their target is to do money dot.
They are pro CSR and SRI because this new business model is a perfect cosmetic, a PR tool.ù
When I was a student at uni, our philosophy was to make money, translated into "maximum results with minimum effort"
It's time to change
Yes we Can
What do you think?
Cheers
Italo
Thursday, September 25, 2008
European Heritage Days
A joint action of the Council of Europe and the European Commission
Once a year, citizens in 49 countries celebrate Europe’s cultural heritage. This initiative of the European Heritage Days, launched by the Council of Europe in 1991, has been since 1999 a joint action of the Council of Europe and the European Commission.
- List of 2008 Council of Europe Cultural Events
http://www.coe.int/t/dg4/cultureheritage/Aware/EHD/Depliant_JEP_2008_en_rev.pdf
Le Grandi Strade della Cultura
Viaggio tra i Tesori d'Italia a Ripatransone
Viaggio tra i Tesori d'Italia a Ripatransone
Sabato 27 e domenica 28 settembre 2008 l'Italia partecipa alle Giornate Europee del Patrimonio con l'apertura gratuita di oltre 1.000 siti culturali, a cui si aggiungono oltre 250 realtà individuate da FAI e Autostrade per l'Italia lungo i principali percorsi autostradali. Due giorni dedicati alla cultura con visite guidate, musei e palazzi aperti per l'occasione, presentazione di eventi e restauri, concerti, convegni e itinerari naturalistici.
- Sito Ufficiale della FAI
http://www.fondoambiente.it/attualita/giornate-europee-del-patrimonio-2008.asp
- Ripatransone Città d'Arte e Storia
http://www.fondoambiente.it/upload/oggetti/Museo_Civico_Ripatransone.pdf
- Museo Civico di Ripatransone
http://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Museo_civico_di_Ripatransone
- Vittore Crivelli’s Collection in Ripatransone (the brother of Carlo Crivelli)
At the Civic Museum of Ripatransone dedicated to Bonomi and Gera, there is a room dedicated to Vittore Crivelli (Venice, 1440 ca Fermo 1502 ca), the great Venetian painter living in the Marches region.
He is the author of most paintings preserved in this room. The “Madonna on Throne with the Baby Jesus” together with the saints “Marco” and “Lorenzo” belonged to a triptych, which was first located in the local church of St Benigno and then, from
These three boards were incorporated in a carved gilt wooden framework, whose central board was transferred into a new frame in 1932. This is a typical work by Vittore Crivelli, who compensates a certain drawing weakness with rich decorations.
The boards depicting the saints “Placido”, “Giacomo della Marca” “Leonardo” and “John the Baptist” belonged to a single polyptych, although, some experts suggests that the boards with John the Baptist, which is probably the most beautiful paintings by Vittorio Crivelli, originally had a different location.
A board representing “St. Orsola”, that was stolen in 1983, belonged to this polyptych too, which is very likely to come from Monteprandone.
This small town is the home town of St Giacomo della Marca, who has heartily venerated soon after his death and before his canonisation, that occurred only in 1726: that’s why he is represented not as having the proper halo of saints around his head but the halo of rays distinguishing blessed people.
All these painting were bought by a local clergyman, who placed them in the so called “Oratorio della Morte”; later on they were transferred into this museum, besides the masterpieces by Vittore Crivelli a series of small paintings are shown coming from the Adriatic area dating back to16th – 18th centuries they represent the “Madonna”, “The Adoration of the Magi”, two examples of “Madonna with the baby Jesus”; the “crucifixion”, the “Deposition from the Cross”
A small paintings from the 14th century showing the “Breasts feeding Madonna” is particularly interesting with the exquisite workmanship; it reflects a theme belonging to the common culture of the
Three wooden sculptures are also exhibited in this room: a pair of angels, smart church furniture from the 17th century and a “Madonna with the baby Jesus” from the
This text has been written by Benedetta Montevecchi
- Carlo Crivelli
Cheers
Italo
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Tourism, Development and Conservation: a Saharan perspective
Hi Mates
This paper is well done, for a synergy between heritage & hospitality
Abstract:
"The paper explores the role played by tourism in both the destruction and the conservation of the Sahara’s cultural heritage"
By Jeremy Keenan
Source: PSI.Org
Cheers
Italo
This paper is well done, for a synergy between heritage & hospitality
Abstract:
"The paper explores the role played by tourism in both the destruction and the conservation of the Sahara’s cultural heritage"
By Jeremy Keenan
Source: PSI.Org
Cheers
Italo
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Hospitality and Heritage (4 a Strong Marriage)
CSR and Heritage
http://www.aph.gov.au/House/committee/environ/pubgood/sub20e.pdf
Heritage Tourism and Tourists
http://crm.cr.nps.gov/archive/25-01/25-01-4.pdf
- Steps to Sustaineble Tourism (Australian Government Department of the Environment and Heritage)
Planning a sustainable future for tourism, heritage and the environment
http://www.environment.gov.au/heritage/publications/strategy/pubs/steps.pdf
- Sustainable Tourism and Cultural Heritage (A Review of Development Assistance and Its Potential to Promote Sustainability)
http://www.nwhf.no/files/File/culture_fulltext.pdf
- Canada's Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Sustainable Tourism
http://www.tiac-aitc.ca/images/CodeofEthics_FINAL.pdf
- Managing Tourism at World Heritage Sites: a Practical Manual for World Heritage Site Managers
http://whc.unesco.org/uploads/activities/documents/activity-113-2.pdf
- The Proposed Framework for the Development of Joint Cooperation on Nature Conservation and Sustainable Tourism at World Heritage Natural Sites
http://whc.unesco.org/uploads/activities/documents/activity-113-1.pdf
- The Alliance Between Tourism and Mankind's Intangible Heritage
http://www.barcelona2004.org/esp/banco_del_conocimiento/docs/PO_24_EN_PEDERSEN.pdf
- Intangible Heritage
http://www.international.icomos.org/centre_documentation/intangible.pdf
- Heritage Tourism Strategy
http://www.tourism.wa.gov.au/Publications%20Library/Heritage%20Tourism%20Strategy%20FINAL.pdf
Cheers
Italo
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Culture & Heritage (International Summer School)
Dear Mates
This academic course at the University of Newcastle is very interesting not only there will be lectures on archaeology, art, local and global heritage, music and so on, but there will be a lecture on intangible heritage, what is it? are you curious? (Period July/August 2009)
"According to the 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage, the intangible cultural heritage (ICH) – or living heritage – is the mainspring of our cultural diversity and its maintenance a guarantee for continuing creativity. It is defined as follows:
As librarian my advice is to read the following book
Title: Issues in Cultural Tourism Studies (New)
Written By: Melanie Smith
Publisher:Routledge 1st Edition 2003
Review:
'This valuable book incorporates international examples in its examination of cultural tourism. The attention given to popular culture, relationships between tourism and cultural industry sectors as well as to globalisation and ethnicity are particularly welcome.' - Dr. Philip Long, Sheffield Hallam University, UK
'This is a timely, accessible, up-to-date and comprehensive account of the complexities of cultural tourism which draws upon a broad range of contemporary theories and provides a host of thought-provoking case studies.' - Tim Edensor, University of Staffordshire, UK
'The broad scope of material covered in this book provides a comprehensive understanding of both the theoretical and practical aspects of cultural tourism. Those involved with the development, research, and/or management of heritage tourism, arts tourism, or any culture-based attractions/activities will find this book a welcome addition to their reference shelf.' - Dr. David Truly
Central Connecticut State University, USA
Source: Amazon UK
It will be a way on how to promote CSR and a concept against Xenophobia?
Cheers
Italo
This academic course at the University of Newcastle is very interesting not only there will be lectures on archaeology, art, local and global heritage, music and so on, but there will be a lecture on intangible heritage, what is it? are you curious? (Period July/August 2009)
- Intangible Cultural Heritage (Def)
"According to the 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage, the intangible cultural heritage (ICH) – or living heritage – is the mainspring of our cultural diversity and its maintenance a guarantee for continuing creativity. It is defined as follows:
Intangible Cultural Heritage means the practices, representations, expressions, knowledge, skills – as well as the instruments, objects, artefacts and cultural spaces associated therewith – that communities, groups and, in some cases, individuals recognize as part of their cultural heritage.
This intangible cultural heritage, transmitted from generation to generation, is constantly recreated by communities and groups in response to their environment, their interaction with nature and their history, and provides them with a sense of identity and continuity, thus promoting respect for cultural diversity and human creativity.
For the purposes of this Convention, consideration will be given solely to such intangible cultural heritage as is compatible with existing international human rights instruments, as well as with the requirements of mutual respect among communities, groups and individuals, and of sustainable development.
This Convention - like the World Heritage Convention - developed a listing system (Representative list and Endangered list). The Intergovernmental Committee is currently working on criteria and procedures, and first inscriptions will be made in 2008 or 2009"
Source: Wikipedia.org
As librarian my advice is to read the following book
Title: Issues in Cultural Tourism Studies (New)
Written By: Melanie Smith
Publisher:Routledge 1st Edition 2003
Review:
'This valuable book incorporates international examples in its examination of cultural tourism. The attention given to popular culture, relationships between tourism and cultural industry sectors as well as to globalisation and ethnicity are particularly welcome.' - Dr. Philip Long, Sheffield Hallam University, UK
'This is a timely, accessible, up-to-date and comprehensive account of the complexities of cultural tourism which draws upon a broad range of contemporary theories and provides a host of thought-provoking case studies.' - Tim Edensor, University of Staffordshire, UK
'The broad scope of material covered in this book provides a comprehensive understanding of both the theoretical and practical aspects of cultural tourism. Those involved with the development, research, and/or management of heritage tourism, arts tourism, or any culture-based attractions/activities will find this book a welcome addition to their reference shelf.' - Dr. David Truly
Central Connecticut State University, USA
Source: Amazon UK
- Discussion
Does Responsible Tourists Have a Chance on How to Promote a Responsible Globalisation?
It will be a way on how to promote CSR and a concept against Xenophobia?
Cheers
Italo
Monday, July 14, 2008
UN Millennium Project
Discussion
"The Millennium Project was commissioned by the United Nations Secretary-General in 2002 to develop a concrete action plan for the world to achieve the Millennium Development Goals and to reverse the grinding poverty, hunger and disease affecting billions of people.
In 2005, the independent advisory body headed by Professor Jeffrey Sachs, presented its final recommendations to the Secretary-General in a synthesis volume Investing in Development: A Practical Plan to Achieve the Millennium Development Goals. The bulk of the Project's work was carried out by 10 thematic Task Forces, each of which also presented its own detailed recommendations in January 2005.
The Task Forces comprised a total of more than 250 experts from around the world including: researchers and scientists; policymakers; representatives of NGOs, UN agencies, the World Bank, IMF and the private sector.
After the presentation of the Millennium Project's final reports, the secretariat team worked in an advisory capacity through to the end of 2006 to support the implementation of the Project's recommendations, with special focus on supporting developing countries' preparation of national development strategies aligned with achieving the Millennium Development Goals."
Source: UN Millennium Project
Investing in Development
"A Practical Plan to Achieve the Millennium Development Goals"
We have the opportunity in the coming decade to cut world poverty by half.
Billions more people could enjoy the fruits of the global economy.
Tens of millions of lives can be saved.
The practical solutions exist.
The political framework is established.
And for the first time, the cost is utterly affordable.
Whatever one’s motivation for attacking the crisis of extreme poverty—human rights, religious values, security, fiscal prudence, ideology—the solutions are the same. All that is needed is action.
This report recommends the way forward. It outlines a way to attain this bold ambition. It describes how to achieve the Millennium Development Goals.
Presented here are the overview and full report of Investing in Development, the final report of the UN Millennium Project. The overview is available here in six languages in pdf format; the English overview is available in html format using the navigation at the left on the Overview Report page. The task force reports are also available in pdf format."
Source: UN Millennium Project
Full Report:
http://www.unmillenniumproject.org/documents/MainReportComplete-lowres.pdf
We've seen the future ... and we may not be doomed (The Independent GB)
"UN report finds life is getting better for people worldwide – but that governments are failing to grasp the opportunities offered at 'a unique time'. Geoffrey Lean and Jonathan Owen report"
http://www.independent.co.uk/environment/green-living/weve-seen-the-future--and-we-may-unotu-be-doomed-866486.html
Think!
Italo
- Is this a way against irresponsible multinationals?
- As Responsible Tourists, what we can do?
- Our Governments are interested on this Project?
- ?
"The Millennium Project was commissioned by the United Nations Secretary-General in 2002 to develop a concrete action plan for the world to achieve the Millennium Development Goals and to reverse the grinding poverty, hunger and disease affecting billions of people.
In 2005, the independent advisory body headed by Professor Jeffrey Sachs, presented its final recommendations to the Secretary-General in a synthesis volume Investing in Development: A Practical Plan to Achieve the Millennium Development Goals. The bulk of the Project's work was carried out by 10 thematic Task Forces, each of which also presented its own detailed recommendations in January 2005.
The Task Forces comprised a total of more than 250 experts from around the world including: researchers and scientists; policymakers; representatives of NGOs, UN agencies, the World Bank, IMF and the private sector.
After the presentation of the Millennium Project's final reports, the secretariat team worked in an advisory capacity through to the end of 2006 to support the implementation of the Project's recommendations, with special focus on supporting developing countries' preparation of national development strategies aligned with achieving the Millennium Development Goals."
Source: UN Millennium Project
Investing in Development
"A Practical Plan to Achieve the Millennium Development Goals"
We have the opportunity in the coming decade to cut world poverty by half.
Billions more people could enjoy the fruits of the global economy.
Tens of millions of lives can be saved.
The practical solutions exist.
The political framework is established.
And for the first time, the cost is utterly affordable.
Whatever one’s motivation for attacking the crisis of extreme poverty—human rights, religious values, security, fiscal prudence, ideology—the solutions are the same. All that is needed is action.
This report recommends the way forward. It outlines a way to attain this bold ambition. It describes how to achieve the Millennium Development Goals.
Presented here are the overview and full report of Investing in Development, the final report of the UN Millennium Project. The overview is available here in six languages in pdf format; the English overview is available in html format using the navigation at the left on the Overview Report page. The task force reports are also available in pdf format."
Source: UN Millennium Project
Full Report:
http://www.unmillenniumproject.org/documents/MainReportComplete-lowres.pdf
We've seen the future ... and we may not be doomed (The Independent GB)
"UN report finds life is getting better for people worldwide – but that governments are failing to grasp the opportunities offered at 'a unique time'. Geoffrey Lean and Jonathan Owen report"
http://www.independent.co.uk/environment/green-living/weve-seen-the-future--and-we-may-unotu-be-doomed-866486.html
Think!
Italo
Friday, June 27, 2008
Economic Anthropology (by Professor Alan Macfarlane)
Economic Anthropology:1 of 4
Economic Anthropology: 2 of 4
Economic Anthropology: 3 of 4
Economic Anthropology: 4 of 4
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Economic_anthropology
Cheers
Italo
Economic Anthropology: 2 of 4
Economic Anthropology: 3 of 4
Economic Anthropology: 4 of 4
What is it Economic Anthropology?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Economic_anthropology
Cheers
Italo
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