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Refugees Benefit From Participation In Civic Leadership

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A recent study by the University of Cincinnati indicates that immigrants and refugees who took part in a civic leadership initiative experienced a boost in their sense of empowerment upon acquiring knowledge about their legal entitlements, civic rights, and the social, cultural, and political environment of Cincinnati.

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10 Ways to Develop Strong Leadership Skills in Your Adolescence

Joseph Lalonde

Anyone can develop the skills necessary to be an effective leader. In this blog post, we will discuss 10 ways that you can develop strong leadership skills during your adolescence. Joining clubs and teams is a great way to develop leadership skills. Participate in Model United Nations. Volunteer in Your Community.

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Growing Up Early Can Make Children Politically Active

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It’s sadly common for immigrant communities to show lower levels of political engagement than native communities, but recent research from the University of Georgia suggests that this isn’t always the case. Regardless of the reason, it seems to result in higher rates of political participation.

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Six Ways to Improve Business Communication Skills for Greater Success

Career Advancement

“Intelligence, knowledge or experience are important and might get you a job, but strong communication skills are what will get you promoted.” At a performance review meeting, Sean’s boss told him he needed to improve his communication skills. Here are the six ways to improve business communication skills. Mireille Guiliano~.

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Stop Talking About Politics At Work

LDRLB

I was raised by parents in a generation where discussions of politics or money were taboo to all but very close friends. (Of At the same time, though, I’ve kept to my faith that discussions of politics can be outright rude in social settings and in the workplace. Of course, I’ve abandoned that part about money ).

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Fixed Growth Mindsets Flavor Perceptions Of Low-Paid Workers

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams faced criticism in early 2022 for suggesting that low-paid workers, like those in restaurants and retail, lacked academic skills and were not suited for higher positions. Many people easily assume that those in low-paid jobs don’t need skills or intelligence.

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Research Shows That Veterans Are Not More Likely To Support Extremist Causes

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However, when it came to backing political violence and the Great Replacement theory, veterans’ support appeared to be on par with that of the overall population. Researchers attribute this to various factors, including veterans’ training, logistical skills, and the sense of legitimacy they lend to extremist groups.

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