10/02/2016
For all entrepreneurs in Joburg, catch Marc Ashton, MD of Moneyweb, on raising capital. This event is a must-go. 22Feb2016 at Regenesys Business School. http://www.linkedin.com/pulse/event-so-you-want-raise-money-your-business-marc-ashton
EVENT: So you want to raise money for your business?
Every month, I am brought business plans and fundraising proposals which I am supposed to analyse and either invest in directly or use my networks to secure investments from banks or Venture
09/02/2016
A true best friend will see the beauty in you when you can't (and when the bullies can't). What an incredible video! https://youtu.be/LkYoLwQl5H4
09/02/2016
"Can't" is not part of Jennifer Bricker/Moceanu's vocabulary. What an inspiring story! http://omeleto.com/213509/
This Baby Was Abandoned Because She Has No Legs. You’ll Never Guess Who Her Famous Sister Is.
This is so amazing...
03/02/2016
Finnish KIVa anti-bullying program focused on bystanders helps the schoolkids who need it the most
http://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/anti-bullying-program-focused-on-bystanders-helps-the-students-who-need-it-the-most
Anti-bullying program focused on bystanders helps the students who need it the most
Study of more than 7,000 students in 77 elementary schools found that one program greatly benefited the mental health of sixth-graders who experienced the most bullying.
03/02/2016
The Patriot Patrol, a group of learners that teachers nominate and empower to fight school bullying, is a great idea http://www.tucsonnewsnow.com/story/31115431/students-battle-bullying
Students battle bullying
La Paloma Academy Lakeside is working hard to keep harassment off campus.
22/01/2016
Is it because you yourself achieved or because you started out privileged?
Very insightful cartoon on privilege and the difference it makes to our chances of success later in life http://thewireless.co.nz/articles/the-pencilsword-on-a-plate
The Pencilsword: On a plate
A short story about privilege. By Toby Morris.
20/01/2016
In partnership with Morehead State University, MEDO (The Meta Economic Development Organisation) launches Women in STEM space program to encourage women to enter STEM (science‚ tech‚ engineering, maths) fields https://lnkd.in/eCsNxdS. Morehead State University in Kentucky, USA is a widely recognised and respected research and development centre in nano-satellite technologies.
Space programme for women launched
17/01/2016
Lots of fun playing Maths games on Sat 16-Jan with hubby Gavin, my kids Jayden, Kayla, and the incredible kids at Soweto Boys & Girls Club. Thanks to the BetterSA team (https://www.facebook.com/bettersaorganisation) for making this possible! You guys are doing amazing work!
10/12/2015
Let our children try, even if they fail
Great quote from Prof Guy Claxton: ‘One of the pillars of great learning is respect for the journey the young person wants to take, even when it goes in improbable directions.’ (Chambers, 2013) https://lnkd.in/eyXYXJS
09/12/2015
If more ex-bullies speak out against bullying, more people will realise that bullies have problems and need help too https://lnkd.in/eRigtFD . Let's help break the misconceptions around bullying
WORDS With Mariah
Meet Mariah! Watch how she went from bully to bestie thanks to a great girl who inspired her to DREAM. Get more with our Conversation Kit iamthatgirl.com/wor...
08/12/2015
Harassment and bullying have been linked to 75% of school shootings. You can help stop this with the innovative BeatingBullies.com app that works http://igg.me/p/1392870/twtr/11743003
07/12/2015
School principals facing a rise in bullying, with Tasmania reporting the highest rise http://www.chillifm.com.au/news/tasmanian-news/80519-principals-face-increased-bullying. You can help stop the bullying with the beatingbullies.com app.
Principals face increased bullying
School principals are facing an increase in bullying and violence according to a new report.With Tasmania recording the highest increase. The figures found increased burnout and overloading on work were other major factors affecting the profession. Associate Professor Phillip Riley from the Aust