Sharing Planning Skills Across Borders: International Volunteers Helping Build Planning Capacity in Zambia

2016 ◽  
pp. 295-315
Author(s):  
Peter Cockhead ◽  
M. C. Hemalatha
Keyword(s):  
International Volunteers ◽  
Planning Capacity

scholarly journals Planning capacity for 5G and beyond wireless networks by discrete fireworks algorithm with ensemble of local search methods

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hafiz Munsub Ali ◽  
Jiangchuan Liu ◽  
Waleed Ejaz
Keyword(s):  
Wireless Networks ◽  
Local Search ◽  
Wireless Network ◽  
Statistical Tests ◽  
Mathematical Framework ◽  
Integer Programming Problem ◽  
Search Methods ◽  
Fireworks Algorithm ◽  
Local Search Methods ◽  
Planning Capacity

Abstract In densely populated urban centers, planning optimized capacity for the fifth-generation (5G) and beyond wireless networks is a challenging task. In this paper, we propose a mathematical framework for the planning capacity of a 5G and beyond wireless networks. We considered a single-hop wireless network consists of base stations (BSs), relay stations (RSs), and user equipment (UEs). Wireless network planning (WNP) should decide the placement of BSs and RSs to the candidate sites and decide the possible connections among them and their further connections to UEs. The objective of the planning is to minimize the hardware and operational cost while planning capacity of a 5G and beyond wireless networks. The formulated WNP is an integer programming problem. Finding an optimal solution by using exhaustive search is not practical due to the demand for high computing resources. As a practical approach, a new population-based meta-heuristic algorithm is proposed to find a high-quality solution. The proposed discrete fireworks algorithm (DFWA) uses an ensemble of local search methods: insert, swap, and interchange. The performance of the proposed DFWA is compared against the low-complexity biogeography-based optimization (LC-BBO), the discrete artificial bee colony (DABC), and the genetic algorithm (GA). Simulation results and statistical tests demonstrate that the proposed algorithm can comparatively find good-quality solutions with moderate computing resources.

scholarly journals A 26-year old female with leiomyosarcoma of the bladder and a serendipitous cystectomy – A success story from International Volunteers in Urology

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 ◽  
pp. 17-18
Author(s):  
Matthew A. Uhlman ◽  
Erin P. Gibbons ◽  
Afrika Gasana ◽  
Emile Rwamasirabo ◽  
Edouard Ngendahayo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Success Story ◽  
International Volunteers

scholarly journals Creating a Space for Peace-making: Burundi and Beyond

Refuge ◽  
1997 ◽  
pp. 20-21
Author(s):  
Tim Wichert
Keyword(s):  
United Nations ◽  
Central Committee ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
International Volunteers ◽  
Mennonite Central Committee

Mennonites and Quakers have historically renounced the use of violence for resolving conflicts. From 1994 to 1997 the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) ran a program of civilian peacemaking in Burundi at the request of local Quakers. Their goals were modest, hoping that international volunteers could assist in reducing the level of violence and creating space for positive things to happen. Lessons learned were discussed at a seminar hosted by the Quaker United Nations Office in Geneva in May 1997.

scholarly journals Rethinking Planning Systems: A Plea for Self-Assessment and Comparative Learning

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 6-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Frank J. D'Hondt ◽  
Kristof Van Assche ◽  
Barend Julius Wind
Keyword(s):  
Capacity Building ◽  
International Organizations ◽  
Local Application ◽  
Planning Systems ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
International Planning ◽  
Planning Capacity

<p class="Boxbodytext">The authors reflect on recent experiences at UN-Habitat and other international organizations to rethink the roles of planning towards larger development goals and to reform planning systems in places most in need of them. They consider the difficulties but ultimate necessity to learn from a variety of contexts and experiences to articulate general orientations for planning and planning reform which can partly transcend context. Within the variety of planning experiences, and the experiences of lack of planning, one can discern principles which can be applied in many contexts, yet those include principles of contextualization and learning. Comparative learning underpins the attempts at finding general principles, and the local application of those principles further triggers processes of learning, including comparative learning. Local and grassroots planning capacity building is vital to locally apply and contextualize international planning guidelines.</p>

scholarly journals Improvement on Human Resource Planning Capacity of a Hospital in Karangasem Through Workload Indicators of Staffing Need Software Application Training

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 49
Author(s):  
NMS. Nopiyani ◽  
IK. Suarjana ◽  
PP. Januraga ◽  
P. Muliawan
Keyword(s):  
Human Resource ◽  
Public Hospital ◽  
Resource Planning ◽  
P Value ◽  
Human Resource Planning ◽  
Software Application ◽  
Set Up ◽  
Planning Capacity ◽  
Resources Planning ◽  
Technical Guidance

The Workload Indicators of Staffing Need (WISN) software application training aims toimprove the knowledge and skill of Karangasem Regional Public Hospital (RSUD Karangasem) staff in undertaking workload-based human resources planning analysis using WISN software. The training was conducted in 24 September 2016 at RSUD Karangasem. Fifty seven managerial staff of RSUD Karangasem participated in the training. The training consist of WISN software installation, presentation, discussion, and practices on how to use WISN software. The trainees were asked to fill in pretest and posttest questionaires. The test scores were analyzed statistically using paired t-test. There was knowledge improvement of 6,21 after the training with p value < 0.001. All trainees were also able to conduct analysis using WISN software under the guidance of the trainers. The training has been well performed and successfully improved the knowledge and skill of RSUD Karangasem staff in applying WISN method. They stated their willingness to apply WISN method to their institution. However, further technical guidance is required to set up the system for the implementation of WISN method on human resource planning in RSUD Karangasem.

scholarly journals Extending the Reach of Pediatric Emergency Preparedness: A Virtual Tabletop Exercise Targeting Children’s Needs

2019 ◽  
Vol 134 (4) ◽  
pp. 344-353 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marvin So ◽  
Eric J. Dziuban ◽  
Jessica L. Franks ◽  
Karen Cobham-Owens ◽  
David J. Schonfeld ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Emergency Preparedness ◽  
Interprofessional Collaboration ◽  
Pediatric Emergency ◽  
Health Practitioners ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Planning Capacity ◽  
Public Health Practitioners

Objectives: Virtual tabletop exercises (VTTXs) simulate disaster scenarios to help participants improve their emergency-planning capacity. The objectives of our study were to (1) evaluate the effectiveness of a VTTX in improving preparedness capabilities specific to children’s needs among pediatricians and public health practitioners, (2) document follow-up actions, and (3) identify exercise strengths and weaknesses. Methods: In February 2017, we conducted and evaluated a VTTX facilitated via videoconferencing among 26 pediatricians and public health practitioners from 4 states. Using a mixed-methods design, we assessed participants’ knowledge and confidence to fulfill targeted federal preparedness capabilities immediately before and after the exercise. We also evaluated the degree to which participants made progress on actions through surveys 1 month (n = 14) and 6 months (n = 14) after the exercise. Results: Participants reported a greater ability to identify their state’s pediatric emergency preparedness strengths and weaknesses after the exercise (16 of 18) compared with before the exercise (10 of 18). We also observed increases in (1) knowledge of and confidence in performing most pediatric emergency preparedness capabilities and (2) most dimensions of interprofessional collaboration. From 1 month to 6 months after the exercise, participants (n = 14) self-reported making progress in increasing awareness for potential preparedness partners and in conducting similar pediatric exercises (from 4-7 for both). Conclusions: Participants viewed the VTTX positively and indicated increased pediatric emergency preparedness knowledge and confidence. Addressing barriers to improving local pediatric emergency preparedness—particularly long term—is an important target for future tabletop exercises.

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