Aid Activities in Asia 2001-2002

Aid Activities in Asia 2001-2002
Author: OECD
Publisher: OECD Publishing
Total Pages: 252
Release: 2003-08-06
Genre:
ISBN: 926410383X

This publication provides detailed information on individual commitments, i.e. intended disbursements, of Official Development Assistance (ODA) and Official Aid (OA) to Asian countries for the years 2001 and 2002. This yearly publication records the ...

AIDS in Asia

AIDS in Asia
Author: Jai P Narain
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 398
Release: 2004-11-16
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780761932246

This volume discusses the many advances in HIV research, new initiatives and their promise for application in the Asian region. It highlights the critical need for national commitment and adequate resources, and for addressing the underlying HIV-risk related behaviours and vulnerabilities. The contributors also examine the concept of comprehensive care - from home and from the community to the institutional level - as well as providing up to date information on HIV drug and vaccine development.

Aid Activities in Latin America and the Caribbean 2002

Aid Activities in Latin America and the Caribbean 2002
Author: OECD
Publisher: OECD Publishing
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2004-05-18
Genre:
ISBN: 9264106707

Aid Activities in Latin America and the Caribbean provides detailed information on individual foreign aid commitments, i.e. intended disbursements, of Official Development Assistance (ODA) and Official Aid (OA) to countries in Latin America and the ...

Aid Relationships in Asia

Aid Relationships in Asia
Author: A. Jerve
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 255
Release: 2007-12-14
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0230389171

This book brings fresh perspectives into the debate on aid effectiveness and aid relationships. Asia provides a varied picture with its combination of rapidly developing countries where aid plays a less central role such as China, Vietnam, and Thailand as well as more aid dependent countries such as Nepal, Sri Lanka and Mongolia.

Terrorism in Southeast Asia

Terrorism in Southeast Asia
Author: Bruce Vaughn
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2010-11
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1437925685

Contents: (1) The Rise of Islamist Militancy in Southeast Asia: Overview; The Rise of Al Qaeda in Southeast Asia; (2) The Jemaah Islamiya (JI) Network: History of JI; JI¿s Relationship to Al Qaeda; JI¿s Size and Structure; (3) Indonesia: Recent Events; The Bali Bombings and Other JI attacks in Indonesia; The Trial and Release of Baasyir; (4) The Philippines: Abu Sayyaf; The MILF; The Philippine Communist Party; (5) Thailand: Southern Insurgency; Current Government¿s Approach; Little Evidence of Transnational Elements; (6) Malaysia: Recent Events; A Muslim Voice of Moderation; Maritime Concerns; Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism in Malaysia; Terrorist Groups in Malaysia; Malaysia¿s Counter-Terrorism Efforts; (7) Singapore: U.S.-Singapore Coop.

Asia and Pacific Review 2003/04

Asia and Pacific Review 2003/04
Author: Kogan Page
Publisher: Kogan Page Publishers
Total Pages: 410
Release: 2003
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780749440633

Covering the whole of Asia and the Pacific region, this text provides both an analytic overview and specific data for each of the 60 countries. Introductory chapters cover regional issues, including: a regional review with the year's trends, developments and key events' analysis of the threat of terrorism in the region; the effects of deflation on the economy; the water crisis and its impact on the poor; and the successes and failures of micro-credit in the region. political and economic surveys identifying the trends, developments, problems and solutions; country profiles, including information on economic sectors, political parties and systems, demographics and languages; key facts and analysis of vital statistics; business guide offering practical information for visitors to the country, including local contact addresses; key indicators setting out the country's key economic indicators between 1998 and 2003.

The Complete HIV/AIDS Teaching Kit

The Complete HIV/AIDS Teaching Kit
Author: Josefina J. Card, PhD
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Total Pages: 404
Release: 2007-09-28
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0826103707

A unique multi-media teaching kit for those instructing clients, staff, and students about HIV/AIDS. HIV/AIDS has rapidly emerged as one of the greatest threats to human health in the 21st century. In the absence of a cure, prevention remains a crucial strategy for reducing its impact. It is critically important to understand not only the science of the disease, but also the behavioral and sociocultural influences that both facilitate and prevent the spread of HIV. In a concise and convenient format The Complete HIV/AIDS Teaching Kit provides a multidisciplinary approach to teaching the biomedical, social, psychological, and behavioral aspects of HIV transmission, prevention and treatment--offering readers a full understanding of the disease. Helpful teaching tools like learning objectives, key medical and science terms, discussion questions, and quizzes are just a few of the resources included in the text to make counseling clients, leading group discussions, teaching students, or offering outreach in your community more accessible and effective. The CD Includes: PowerPoint slides In-classroom learning activities Supplemental homework assignments Recommended reading lists Web resources And much more! Use the companion volume, Tools for Building Culturally Competent HIV Prevention Programs to answer all your questions about program structure, effectiveness, goals, recruitment, evaluation, and more.