GSPF

The Global Shapers Policy Forum is a platform to promote young people's views on the issues most important to us. Articles are by @GlobalShapers

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Recommendation 5 includes Smart Homes and Adaptive Cities! 🙌

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Read about this idea in greater detail in @renardsiew's piece on aging population readiness at the GSPF.

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Aging populations aren't just a concern in North America or Europe. Sustainability rating tools used for guide eco-friendly development may help us in building age-friendly environments as well. A GSPF piece by @renardsiew.

https://t.co/gt07xExxNe

@wef @GlobalShapers #seniors

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A free trade bloc in Africa has the potential to be an "economic bonanza." Ensuring the gains will be shared equitably means hammering out details on revenue, immigration, and industry first. A post by @KigaliShapers member @aimee_dushime. #freetrade

https://t.co/tLcEdVDNcM

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Call for applications! The German-Canadian New Bridges Program intends to facilitate the “next generation” of German-Canadian partnerships in business, government, academia and the arts. Deadline is April 1. Details here https://t.co/ZLWidBn88z

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Politicians and policymakers in Canada are tasked with condemning hate, while still make a space for valid questions on immigration. Check out our most recent piece by @YYCShapers member @RRFalconer.

https://t.co/Hf0qvf5IER

@wef @GlobalShapers #immigration #cdnpoli #refugees

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Improving tax administration will be just as key to African economic growth as setting appropriate tax rates. Read about this from the @wef. You can also catch the article of @aimee_dushime from the @KigaliShapers here at https://t.co/sfVcTaAkLs #africa

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Trade and tax reform are two paths to unleashing Africa's economic potential. Read @aimee_dushime's article on East African tax reform at https://t.co/i2MC3uKuXn.

@KigaliShapers @wef @GlobalShapers

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#africa #freetrade #economics

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The right mix of tax reform, regulations and government incentives could accelerate growth in East Africa, but comes with potential perils. A post from @KigaliShapers member @aimee_dushime .

https://t.co/aS714eBhdd

@wef @GlobalShapers #rwanda #tanzania #kenya #congo #africa

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The International Criminal Court turns 20 this year, and what are the results?

@dianamaguevara of @QuitoShapers addresses the successes, flaws, and why the @IntlCrimCourt is still relevant today in her article on GSPF.

https://t.co/XJWpmqaNkl

@globalshapers @wef #justice #law

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.@taz_bain is Co-Founder of @meri_toksave, advisor to @RedCrossAU, member of @brisbaneshapers and is reading #anthro at @UQSocSci. He brings an interest in gender justice, conflict, development, bureaucracy, and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander affairs to the GSPF team! @wef

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.@bongi_beja from #cpt is passionate about #development in emerging communities. She is the GM of
@SiluloUlutho, recognized for its leadership in Social Entrepreneurship. She serves as one of the curators for @CTGlobalShapers. Welcome, Bongi to the GSPF team! @wef #policy

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Open access to prosperity and civil society makes immigration and diversity an asset, not a burden, on Canada. Read @RRFalconer 's piece here from the @YYCShapers.

https://t.co/dIwth1s8bE

@wef @globalshapers #immigration #diversity #canada

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Passionate about Law & Flamenco dancing, Diana works as International Relations and Cooperation Head Coordinator at the Judiciary Council in Ecuador. You can read her piece on the International Criminal Court in the upcoming GSPF relaunch on Nov 12! @wef @GlobalShapers #policy

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Several months ago we set out to elevate the voices of young people around the world. On Nov 12 we’ll be re-launching that initiative: the @GSPolicyForum, showcasing the contributions, ideas, and proposals to improve the state of the world. @wef @GlobalShapers

#policy #change

[Global Shapers Calgary @YYCShapers]

Policy recommendations that can help break down misconceived notions of homelessness. Take 5 minutes to learn more! https://t.co/jO0BZJyFl5

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NEW POST: Neoliberal thinking leads to harmful misconceptions about homelessness, including that the homeless are themselves to blame. Check out some proposed policies from @PurniyaA of @ShapersLahore to increase empathy and help the homeless (5 min read) https://t.co/2nadVONJNT

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En el contexto de la Cuarta Revolución Industrial, Diana Quintero de @GSManizales intenta responder ¿por qué priorizar el acceso a servicios básicos cuando el eje central de la reunión regional del Foro es el impacto de la tecnología y la innovación? https://t.co/ebnvTHYFML

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New post: While the WEF LatAm Regional Meeting focused on the Fourth Industrial Revolution and the impact of innovation and technology, basic services should remain a top priority, explains Diana Carolina Quintero from @GSManizales (in Spanish) https://t.co/ebnvTHYFML

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New post: Construction is big business and sustainable construction is bringing big benefits to consumers and the industry. Shaper @RenardSiew from @GlobalShapersKL explains why sustainable construction pays off (5 min read) https://t.co/DOhK62e3eN

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@GSCTaipeiHub @lauraflessel @Paris2024 @FlesselLaura *

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Sexism, ableism and other forms of discrimination remain ingrained in sports. The Olympics are an opportunity to address this problem. Eva Wolzok from @GSCTaipeiHub implores @lauraflessel and the organizers of @Paris2024 to take action (5 min read) https://t.co/jE3CYUqsCD