As many as 750 children of European Union citizens are being held in ISIS detention camps in Syria.
An urgent new report, from the Center for Global Policy, titled The Children of ISIS Detainees: Europe’s Dilemma, highlights the status of European children of ISIS fighters detained in these camps in Northern and Eastern Syria, with focus on Al-Howl and Al Roj, and suggests immediate recommendations to provide support to those children currently locked in political limbo.
These interventions include the investment of diplomatic and financial resources, the development of rehabilitative services, the provision of non-extremist religious education, and the creating of a pan-European investigative body to determine the best outcomes for these children.
ISIS’ struggle to create an Islamic state in Syria and Iraq attracted volunteers from many nations. The children of these volunteers, many of whom were born in Syria, now form a unique dilemma for European nations. As the children of citizens, and thus European citizens themselves, these children, many of whom are orphans, ultimately fall under the responsibility of various European governments.
This report assesses the responsibilities of these governments, presents options for support of this population, and assesses risks of governmental inaction.
“Immediate action by European governments will limit future extremism and terrorism and promote the health and wellbeing of these children,” said report co-author Dr. Azeem Ibrahim, following a visit to the camps in April this year.
He added “The coronavirus pandemic has not diminished the urgent need to deal with these children. The struggle against ISIS ideology will continue, lockdown or no lockdown, rehabilitating these children is a key part of that”.
It’s estimated that some 70,000 women and children are being detained in these camps. Of that number, at least 12,000 are foreign nationals.
Two thirds of the children being held there are under the age of 12, with the majority under five-years-old, according to the report. More than 500 people died in the camps in 2019 and researchers found that 371 of them were children.
International aid groups have suspended work at the camps, citing staff safety.
The report proposes an international task force to aid governments with the repatriation process, together with youth rehabilitation centers for the children in limbo.
Report co-author Dr. Myriam Francois added: “Ceding standard and religious education to ISIS groups has the potential to foment increasing extremist ideology. Through the implementation of a variety of strategies outlined in this report, European nations can meet their mandates of supporting their nation’s youth while managing future terrorist or extremist episodes.”
This report is co-authored by Dr. Azeem Ibrahim, Director, Center for Global Policy, and Dr. Myriam Francois, Senior Fellow, Center for Global Policy.
LOS ANGELES, CA – June 23rd, 2020 – Over the past 6 months, technology and digital marketing startup ‘Freckle’ has been developing a unique set of marketing tools focused on bringing brands and consumers together via shoppable video content. With an emphasis on interactivity, Freckle’s goal to increase click through, conversions, and overall brand awareness is something to be coveted by digital marketers. Freckle is set to release its first shoppable campaign later this month.
Freckle’s founders, Ian Feiner (CEO), James Mock (CTO), and Robert Roth (CCO) intend the startup to pioneer a more successful and ultimately more seamless method to monetize content. Using patent pending interactive technology, Freckle is doubling down on shoppable video content being the next generation of making money for advertisers and content creators.
“Imagine being able to shop from a cable television set or mobile streaming platform while watching your favorite TV show,” boasts Roth, the companies Chief Creative. “This is the world we envision and it starts with proving that interactive and shoppable content works. We plan to demonstrate that with a diverse set of campaigns for definition brands and digital advertisers.”
How Freckle works is centered on users willingness to engage with the interactive touch-points. Trackable dots or ‘freckles’ hover over video content. As users engage with the touch-points, a multitude of functions can be performed from informational, add to cart, branch/choice narrative, and more while never leaving the video content. Currently, the startup is working with premium brands in the fitness, eyewear, and fashion spaces by developing unique social media campaigns that are eye catching for audiences and make large impacts in click-throughs and conversions.
CTO James Mock believes that interactivity has the potential to boost conversions up to 7x over traditional static content. “We really are going all in on interactivity,” states James. “Its the physiological phenomenon of giving audiences a tangible experience that leads to brand recall and ultimately sales. Paired with a seamless way to convert viewers within the context of video, and you’ve got yourself one killer marketing tool.”
Also, with the ability to retrofit pre-existing content, Ian believes they’ve removed a lot of the friction of integrating with brands and creators who are weary of the steep costs of original content production.
“We’ve created a way to help brands get more life out of their content,” says Feiner. “By maximizing the potential of a company’s existing video assets, we’ve eliminated many of the inefficiencies in the process and even the need for original content creation. This creates an ever-green ecosystem that brands have been dreaming about; if we can save them thousands of dollars a year on their ad spend, then we’ve done our job.”
About Freckle
Freckle is an early stage startup and creative company founded by film producers, storytellers, and engineers. They work with brands and advertisers to make shoppable video experiences for social media. Using interactive product touchpoints, Freckle turns pre-existing static video assets into engaging shoppable experiences.
The LEPL Agency for State Care and Assistance For the (Statutory) Victims of Human trafficking helps the Tbilisi City Court’s decision not to be enforced, doesn’t issue administrative penalties for the violators for not complying the rules, which is stated by the court and doesn’t establish a temporary rule, which deals with the grandmother’s relationship with her grandchild, thus contributing the use of selective law in the case of high public interests and violates the rules established by the Law of Georgia on Social Work. The non-governmental organization “Young Barristers” spreads the statement about that.
According to the “Young Barristers”, The Tbilisi Court of Appeals Civil Cases Panel is reviewing the case of sending back the Czech and EU citizen minor to the Republic of Cyprus or leaving her in Georgia for residence purposes, based on the Convention of 25 October 1980 on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction. On June 9, 2020, the court has forbidden one of the child’s legal representatives, a Russian citizen, Olivia Antony to take her child out of Georgia. The basis of this decision was the joint operation of the LEPL Agency for State Care and Assistance For the (Statutory) Victims of Human trafficking and the MIA Tbilisi Police Department Vake-Saburtalo 4th section, on May 29, June 1 and 2 of 2020, which resulting in transferring the minor from one of the legal representative to other legal parent, against the child’s will. (in order to check the legality of these actions, there is a dispute presented in Tbilisi City Court.) The Appeals court has fully shared the legal justification of Archil Kaikatsishvili, who is the head of “Young Barristers”, as well as, the representative of the minor and her father, who are both the citizens of EU and Czech republic, affecting the objective threat from the mother, Olivia Antony – who can, both, legally or illegally ways take the child out of the country, due to the revenge motives on the husband.
The LEPL Agency for State Care and Assistance For the (Statutory) Victims of Human trafficking doesn’t respond to the unlawful actions of the legal representative of the minor, Olivia Antony – she has an obligation to have communication with other parent, based on the 22 October, 2019 temporary decision. As the baby is with her mother now, she has such kind of obligation, based on the 1203 Article of the Civil Code of Georgia, to ensure that 74 year old grandma has communication with her grandchild. Such kind of Olivia Antony’s actions justified by the Tbilisi Vake-Saburtalo regional centre head/acting head Nino Iobashili and Tbilisi Social Service City Centre head Giorgi Epitashvili.
“Young Barristers” specially notes out, that the presented evidences and factual information in the case files, makes justified assumption, that in the name of the best interests of the child, the mentioned workers of the agency: Nino Iobashvili and Giorgi Kupreishvili, does the full discredit, demoralization of the legal representative of the minor – the father, which is presented by the actions of them – giving the legal advices and showing support of Olivia Antony, in particular, based on what kind of strategy, actions to have to “protect” the minor from her father. Therefore, the law of Georgia is violated as well as all the action standard of the Social Service agency. There is no reaction from the Audit Agency on the mentioned pretention and malefaction, who should be independent structure, which, on its own, which is busy, hiding the facts of misconduct under their own agency. And such kind of unlawful silence on the above mentioned violations of the law encourages lawlessness.
There is no kind of minimal opportunity to protect the right, as the Social Service Agency of Georgia doesn’t listen to the citizen of EU and they don’t care about the argumentation, on the open and direct support of the side of the case – Olivia Antony, thus, making justified assumption about the motives of corruption on the hidden agreements. The father from the birth of child takes care of her and the baby has attachment on her, and Olivia Antony – the mother, based on the Prague Court’s enforced decision, is addicted to narcotics and doesn’t have the skills to take care of baby. The silence of Social Service agency’s employees is crime and its double standard. The facts given to the Social Agency, in particular, the European Court’s decision, is nothing, and isn’t interested in studying the case and/or making special measurements.
The abovementioned workers actions is shameful, based on the organization’s assessments, and categorically demands their activities to be investigated in order for them to be held accountable. Therefore the competence of Nino Iobashvili and Giorgi Kupreishvili does the base to think of bias and selfishness.
“Young Barristers” address The LEPL Agency for State Care and Assistance For the (Statutory) Victims of Human trafficking director to take responsibility about the unlawful actions happening in the his system. The organization won’t consider any actions, which is against the best interests of the child in the process of juvenile justice reform. The organization address the agency to immediately respond to not fulfilling the court’s decision, take disciplinary action against Olivia Antony and to arrange the contact of the minor with her grandma immediately. The organization has already submitted these requests to the state agency, but to no aval.
To note out: the “Young Barristers” started to process in November 2019, after first instance court’s decision. The Tbilisi Court of Appeals reviews the case with 3 judges: Natalia Nazgaidze (chairman), Maia Sulkhanishvili, Maia Gigauri, in the first instance – Irina Zarqua reviewed it. The party assumes that the wrong decision has been taken due to the deadline, on the last day of 6 month limit. The Georgian Judiciary System reviews its 7 th case on that 1980 Hague Convention. The organization’s head, Archil Kaikatsishvili represents the interests of the minor and her legal representative – the father in the Georgian Court.
NGO “Young Barristers”
Archil Kaikatsishvili, lawyer, head of “Young Barristers”
Zurab Wavwavadze str. #12
Tbilisi, Georgia
Phone: (+995) 2 953518
Phone +995 599 291202
Formal wear with class, style, and sophistication shipped straight to customers’ doors
June 23, 2020 – Las Vegas, NV – Gentleman’s Guru, the premier formal wear online retailer, has launched its all-new line of custom-made bespoke men’s tuxedos. The Las Vegas-based formal wear company offers a hassle-free ordering process that allows customers to order online and customize a tuxedo to their own size and specification from the comfort of home.
As many men know, finding the right tuxedo is time consuming, costly, and often times, the perfect suit is unable to locate. Even if the right tuxedo is found and at an affordable price, it doesn’t always fit. Gentleman’s Guru takes the time-consuming aspect out of tuxedo shopping allowing customers to browse its website to locate the perfect suit for weddings, proms, or black-tie affairs. Customers can also find accessories to go with their bespoke tuxedos in the Gentleman’s Guru online store.
Gentleman’s Guru offers affordable prices but unlike competitors, do not skimp on the quality and style of its tuxedos. Customers in the United States can have their suits shipped free of charge right to their front doors. The ease of purchasing an affordable tuxedo from Gentleman’s Guru not only saves time for individuals with busy lives, but it gives them the chance to choose from a wide selection that local sellers do not possess.
“Every man should have a tuxedo in their wardrobe for special occasions,” a Gentleman’s Guru spokesperson said. “But buying one shouldn’t be a hassle and every man should get exactly what they want. Our expert staff makes it possible for men to get the look they desire at an affordable price.”
Gentleman’s Guru has hundreds of jackets, shirts, vests, trousers, shoes, and accessories available from its website allowing men to get the best bespoke look possible.
For more information on Gentleman’s Guru or to shop its eclectic range of bespoke tuxedos, please visit https://www.gentlemansguru.com/
About Gentleman’s Guru
Gentleman’s Guru are dedicated to assisting modern gentlemen in reaching higher, becoming the best version of themselves through fashion. Founded in 2017, they are an online-only retailer based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, evolves and eventually eases, businesses will increasingly rely on telecommunications to remain operational, and it falls to the chief information officers to make sure the company has adequate controls in place to protect key functions.
Understanding which systems and applications are most critical to the business’s operations is key to ensuring that its operations run smoothly. This includes reviewing diverse areas such as software licensing, making sure there is enough network capacity, ensuring that equipment can get to the employees who need it, and monitoring companywide systems to ensure the company is running at maximum efficiency. These responsibilities are the crux of the CIO’s increasingly important role, which falls into the following areas:
Cybersecurity. Now that many companies are operating almost exclusively in a virtual environment, making sure the company’s systems are protected is more important than ever. Among other things, this means making sure cyberthreats are quickly identified and thwarted. To do that, CIOs are responsible for making sure everyone at the company is aware of their roles and educated in how to identify potential threats.
Internal controls.Employees working remotely need to have access to the same applications and systems they had while working on-site. Another set of issues arises if the employee is sharing a device at home. Ensuring that the employee is the only person accessing the company’s systems and applications requires controls such as dual factor authentication, privileged access management and automatic signoffs. These security measures should be tested on all devices the employee uses. Internal controls are always important, but they take on added significance in a virtual environment.
IT support. Other considerations include personnel bandwidth for IT support. This issue can be especially problematic if the company needs to install a software update or patch. Employees can learn to troubleshoot some issues on their own, which takes some immediate pressure off, but the underlying security issues need to be addressed. Keeping the CIO in the loop about fixes should be a company policy. That way, it is easier to identify the source if there is a problem.
Social media compliance. Social media and video platforms have become lifelines for people isolated and seeking to keep in touch with friends and family. CIOs need to make sure employees keep their social activities separate from their work activities. They also need to secure the company’s social media accounts.
Going Forward. The CIO’s role is likely to continue expanding after the COVID-19 pandemic eases and restrictions are lifted. It is likely that many companies will find at least some of their operations will remain virtual. Consequently, the CIO’s role will shift again. No one can say exactly how business will change as a result of the pandemic, only that it will.
“For security, the increased need to authenticate and verify employees working from home, to ensure they have access to the applications and systems they need to keep the business operating, has seen the urgent need for Identity and Access Management (IAM), Multiple Factor Authentication (MFA) and Privileged Access Security become even more essential,” says Steve Durbin, managing director at the Information Security Forum.
From employee safety to work-at-home data security, business continuity and financial resilience, companies need to follow a clear plan for working collaboratively with their outsourcing providers.
Hickory, North Carolina – In the wake of the recent Covid-19 pandemic, small businesses across the Nation are struggling to stay afloat. Small businesses are often referred to as the “heart of America” as they comprise more than 99% of all business in our Country. It’s no secret many are hanging on by a thread.
Mason Ludwig, a 17-year-old late model race car driver originally from Michigan, has a love for the USA and everything it stands for. He wanted to find a way to help spread the word about small businesses that were stricken by the closures of the Covid-19 epidemic. So, he created a YouTube video series called “Fueling Up America”. The series currently runs twice per week and each episode features different small businesses across the country. “It’s important that we support our local, small businesses. Any time I find a business that I like, a restaurant, store, or service, I’m happy to share my experience and spread the word to others”, says Ludwig. “I wanted to give back and do my part.
Mason is currently residing in North Carolina to further pursue his racing career. Racing was put on hold during the pandemic but that didn’t stop him from finding a way to help and finding other ways to continue to support his marketing partners and other small businesses. “Just because the racecar isn’t on the track, doesn’t mean I can’t still work for my partners and give back to the community. I’ve been working hard to stay on top of current marketing trends so I can offer more creative and effective ways of advertising to businesses while both on and off the track.”
“We are very proud of Mason for his patriotism and desire to help in a time of need. He could see the writing on the wall and realize that small businesses were going to be hurting after being shut-down for such a great period of time” said Ludwig’s mom, Jaime Ludwig.
New episodes of “Fueling Up America” are published on Tuesdays and Thursdays on the popular YouTube social media platform. To make sure you don’t miss any episodes, you can subscribe to Mason’s YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/masonludwigracing. Mason is also offering his services to any business that feels they would benefit from this opportunity. Simply contact him by email at masonludwig@gmail.com or through any of his social media channels: @masonludwigracing on Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram and @ludwigracing on Twitter.
Media Contact Company Name: Mason Ludwig Racing Contact Person: Jaime Ludwig, PR Manager
Phone: 810-656-7241 City: Hickory State: North Carolina Country: United States Website:https://www.masonludwig.com/
Your unexpected role in saving the planet begins with this book! A practical guide of 30 habits that can help shape your future and the world around you.
London – 23rd June, 2020 – Sandeep Nath presents an alternative to the seeming self-destruction of humans on planet earth. Written through the lens of a charismatic teacher, Guru Pranachandra, “Renewal: Your Unexpected Role In Saving The Planet” offers a simple solution to the downward spiral we find ourselves in. Written to serve as a practical guide for everyone’s day-to-day ‘karma,’ Renewal is set in the lives of a modern-day family and designed for the forward-thinking futurist.
Sandeep Nath shares why he decided to launch the book now, ahead of schedule:
“CoViD has been a wakeup call. A call that we will soon dismiss unless we cement the lifestyle changes into our routines before this is over. Before there actually is an orchestrated technology attack, the possibility of which the Guru has mentioned in the teaching of the book. CoViD was akin to a dress rehearsal for all the players to know how prepared they are.
For these reasons, I have chosen to put this book into your hands now… urgently… without running it past a traditional publishing house.”
As of 2020, Renewal is critical, because it is our laxity that has led to the current state of rising personal illness, mindless lifestyles, social degeneration, environmental degradation, and overall moral decay. There has been no better time for the world to hit the ‘reset’ button and begin its path to Renewalism, through 30 practical habits focused on helping readers to: Renew ourselves at a body-mind-spirit level, Renew our society and our environment and finally Renew the systems we operate with.
Sandeep Nath, an IIT-IIM alumnus, is an International Speaker and Coach on Transforming Consciousness using one’s Inner Power, conducting live workshops across 4 continents.
In spite of more than two decades of directing and setting up successful ventures in the corporate world, Sandeep felt an increasing sense of hollowness and lack of existential clarity among people in general. Extensive studies under oriental masters of lineages from India, Tibet, China, and Japan connected him with the energies of higher consciousness and purpose. And sharing these with the world at large became the aim of this book.
Visit www.Renewalism.com to see real-world reviews from leaders, business owners and futurists, plus find out how you can begin your journey into the new future.
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Author shares her own vulnerable journey of suffering through the lens of Christian faith
June 23, 2020 – Annie Mackie Morelli’s all-new book When Grief Descends: Suffering, Consolation, and the Book of Job, will be published on June 23 by As You Wish Publishing. When Grief Descends will be available for free Kindle download on the day of its launch allowing fans of Morelli’s work to get their hands on a digital copy.
When Grief Descends explores loss and grief through well-researched narration that unveils a unique interpretation of the Book of Job. Often misunderstood by readers, Morelli presents the Book of Job in a new light as she shares her own faith and counseling background. Readers will experience Morelli’s own journey of grief and suffering along the way as they learn how to empower themselves.
Morelli is a former Canadian Olympic and National Track Team member and experienced her own hardships through training and performing. After hanging up her running spikes, Morelli began a career in counseling and high school administration. She also has an extensive background in public speaking regularly sharing her experiences, knowledge, and learnings with others in both faith-based and secular settings.
Throughout When Grief Descends, readers will sit alongside Anne, Job, and the “miserable comforters” on the ash heap outside the city gates to bear witness to their conversations with God. The conversations presented in the book will help others navigate the seas of loss and how to process grief.
Readers will also acquire communication skills and practical strategies essential in consolation. Morelli’s writing will also help readers understand suffering through the lens of the Christian faith.
When Grief Descends: Suffering, Consolation, and the Book of Job is available on June 23 and readers can get a free Kindle download edition here, mybook.to/WhenGriefDescends.
Media Contact Company Name: When Grief Descends: Suffering, Consolation, and the Book of Job Contact Person: Anne Mackie Morelli Country: United States Website:https://thestonescall.com/
In today’s modern fitness world, the prospect of staying motivated can be a complex issue for many people. After all, not everyone has the ability and the eagerness to hit the gym consistently. Also, with every challenge, many of us are not focused on maintaining proper fitness levels. At the same time, many people simply struggle about how to stay motivated during the process of the desired body transformation. Therefore, this article will provide some important tips about how to stay motivated in the gym.
1. Track Your Progress
Tracking your progress is a significant factor that can increase your motivation at the gym. Keeping a close eye on your progress can have a galvanizing effect on your motivation and determination. For instance, taking pictures at certain milestones during the process of building lean muscle is something that can motivate you. After all, lifting weights is all about gains. Gains and lean muscle are a sign of success which is one of the most effective motivators. Also, you can observe how much visceral fat you have burned and that is something that motivates, as well. Therefore, acknowledging your progress will also improve your self-confidence and your motivation in the gym.
2. Change Your Workouts
Many of us tend to follow regular patterns every single day. After all, humans are creatures of habit and we do not like to get out of our comfort zones. However, that should not be the case in the weight room. After a certain time, try to change the exercises in the gym. This will enable you to feel challenged again, and thus stimulate your overall workout motivation. You can also try different fitness classes and activities. That will give you additional fun and help keep things interesting.
3. Milestone Goals
Another notable tip is to be goal-oriented. Setting up some short-term milestone goals can help keep you focused. For instance, a 100 lb deadlift in 6 weeks is a concrete short-term target. But, building a well-defined six-pack in 1 month is probably not. Therefore, setting up short term goals can optimize your motivation and will keep you on the right track for success. But remember those milestones have to be realistic.
4. Remember Your Goal
Motivation is a factor for success in every aspect of life. Moreover, fitness and bodybuilding are also highly dependent on motivation. That is where your long-term goals come into the frame. For example, try to always remember why you made the ultimate decision to go to the gym. Also, have a clear picture of what exactly you want to achieve. In other words, give yourself a self-belief and that will help you to reach the next level in fitness. This desire for reaching your ultimate goal will help generate the needed motivation in the gym.
The Bottom Line
All in all, the prospect of staying motivated in the gym can be a complex task for many people. Especially, it can be hard in today’s complex society where we face many challenges – not the least of which is the current Covid-19 pandemic. However, by following these simple tips, you can increase your motivation levels. And that will help you to reach your fitness and bodybuilding goals.
Disclaimer: This information is provided as an educational service only, and is not intended as a substitute for medical advice. Anyone seeking specific medical advice or assistance should consult his or her doctor or orthopedic surgeon.
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Dr. Aycock has re-opened his practice as California Governor lifts some restrictions
Walnut Creek, CA – Dr. Robert Aycock, a best in class cosmetic treatment center has re-opened their doors after several weeks of closure in light of COVID-19.
Dr. Aycock is reopening in line with Governor Gavin Newsom’s plan to open the state in phases.
COVID-19 data will continue to be monitored to ensure that the reopening phases go as planned.
“My team and I look forward to seeing our patients again,” says Dr. Aycock. “We will continue to follow the CDC’s guidelines to keep our patients healthy and safe during this time.”
As always the Dr. Aycock team will maintain the highest standards of sanitation within our facility. Employees are washing their hands consistently. All surfaces, devices and treatment rooms will be sanitized with medical-grade supplies. Dr. Aycock asks that if you are feeling sick to please reschedule your appointment.
Masks and gloves are also strongly encouraged for office visits. Upon arrival please call the practice at (925) 937-8377 and wait at the front door. A member of the team will reach out when it is time to come into the treatment room. This allows for optimal social distancing practices.
Patients can now return to Dr. Aycock to seek out cosmetic treatments such as laser hair removal, chemical peels, anti-aging injectables, and more!
To schedule a consultation with Dr. Aycock, visit https://www.aycockmd.com/ or call their office at (925) 937-8377.
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