Author: Press Cable

Highlights

• The Conference reiterated the critical need to address growing humanitarian needs, the root causes and the interconnected dimensions of the Lake Chad Basin crisis and strengthen the resilience of millions of people affected.

• Participants recognised that security is being restored in parts of the region, thanks to the efforts of the four countries – Niger, Nigeria, Cameroon and Chad.

• Improved security conditions have created opportunities for the return of state structures, the provision of essential social services and the revitalisation of economies in those areas.

• Partners renewed their commitment to enhance coordinated action and collaboration among communities, local and national governments, regional institutions, and humanitarian, stabilisation, peace, and development actors supported by international partners.

• Over US$500 million was announced to support locally-led joint action.

Niamey, 24 January 2023 – The 3rd High-Level Conference on the Lake Chad Region concluded today with reaffirmed commitments from Lake Chad Basin countries and partners to a coordinated, regional and sustainable response supported by humanitarian, stabilisation and development actors. The Conference aimed at ensuring humanitarian assistance and protection and fostering opportunities for durable solutions, including the return, reintegration and resettlement of internally displaced persons and refugees based on voluntary, dignified, informed decisions.

The two-day conference brought together over 30 countries, international organisations and more than 100 civil society organisations on 23-24 January in Niger, where they agreed to work together to address the prevailing challenges.

“Efforts have been made following commitments from the two previous conferences on this region – the 2017 Conference in Oslo and the 2018 Conference in Berlin,” said Hassoumi Massoudou, Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, Republic of Niger. “But given the accelerated deterioration of living conditions in the region, our interventions seem very far from the reality of the needs and legitimate expectations placed on us by millions who live in the regions and are exposed daily to the cumulative effects of insecurity and climate change,” he added.

The Lake Chad Basin region continues to contend with a protracted and complex crisis driven by extreme poverty, climate change, violent conflict and lack of social services, despite numerous gains. Today, more than 24 million people in the region are affected by the crisis, and about 5.3 million people are displaced.

Increased violence has led to a continued deterioration of the security situation, resulting in the further withdrawal of government institutions in the region. Furthermore, poor economic prospects, shrinking resources and lost livelihoods, further compounded by the consequences of climate change, have led people to leave their homes.

As a result of joint efforts from local and national governments and civil society organisations supported by the international community, including through the “Regional Strategy for Stabilization, Resilience and Recovery of the Lake Chad Basin Commission”, improvements have been recorded. Participants did recognise that more needs to be done, and the conference taking place in the region is a significant step that acknowledges the agency of the people of the region.

“Crises in Africa need solutions from Africa. Therefore, it is important that this Lake Chad Conference took place in the Lake Chad region for the first time,” said Katja Keul, Minister of State at the Federal Foreign Office of Germany. “Germany will remain a reliable partner. Despite the war in Ukraine, we are providing the region with more, not less money for humanitarian aid, stabilisation and development. We are convinced that the security and stability of Europe and Africa are directly linked,” she added.

Participants agreed that effective humanitarian, stabilisation, peace, and development efforts must be people-centred, collaborative and consider knowledge and expertise available within governments and civil societies and communities, including women and youth-led organisations, with a particular focus on the representation and empowerment of young women and adolescent girls.

“Norway is pleased that the conference brought together a wide range of national, regional and international actors. National and regional ownership is key for sustainable solutions. I do, in particular, want to highlight the important voices of women and civil society actors, said Erling Rimestad, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Norway. “We need to ensure respect for human rights and the international humanitarian law to foster a protective environment for civilians and secure durable solutions for displaced people. Norway will continue to provide substantial support to the region. We must strive to create hope for the future generations of this region,” he added.

Participants renewed their commitment to coordinated efforts, including cross-border approaches, adherence to human rights, strengthened visible and inclusive governance, availability of economic resources, and access to social services, food security and nutrition quality.

“I thank Member States, partners and donors for their generous announcements of support today. We are determined to continue providing life-saving assistance to millions across the Lake Chad region who endure appalling conditions daily. But humanitarian action will not be enough to end the misery. Unless we tackle the root causes of the crisis, the region’s wounds will not heal,” said Joyce Msuya, United Nations Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Deputy Emergency Relief Coordinator. “Our commitment must be measured in decades and not in years. This is how we build resilience in a region clamouring for change,” she added.

“The level of participation at this conference shows that all partners across the world are committed to sparking long-term transformation in the region, led by the people of Lake Chad themselves,” said Ahunna Eziakonwa, United Nations Development Programme Assistant Administrator and Regional Director for Africa. “We must continue to invest in creating the conditions that foster the realisation of young people’s aspirations for a better future and anchor our work in regional, national and local ownership, with the voices of the people, including women and youth, guiding us,” she added.

To this end, Member States and institutional donors announced over $500 million to support a comprehensive, complementary and coordinated regional response to the crisis in the Lake Chad Region.

https://www.undp.org/africa/events/3rd-high-level-conference-lake-chad-region

For more information, please contact:

Laetitia Ouoba, UNDP, laetitia.ouoba@undp.org, +226 71 26 18 76

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Wealth Concepts Group LLC will be holding free online webinars called “Avoiding IRA Mistakes and Tax Traps” on January 30 or 31, 6:30 PM CST. This webinar will help you avoid mistakes that could cost you tens of thousands of dollars over your lifetime.

A few of the numerous topics covered include:

Too Much Risk in Your IRA – The 120-year history of the stock market shows that it crashes an average of 47% every 11 years, and these crashes can put your retirement at risk. 2022 was down 18%, and we don’t know how long the crash will last nor how much more we will lose until it’s too late. It is important to not only have enough money to retire, but you also need to ensure that you can afford to stay retired. The good news is the webinar will show you how to protect your accounts from stock market crashes and receive competitive earnings. You can participate in the upside of the market without losses. Additionally, you can create a lifetime income stream for both spouses that you can never outlive.

Required Minimum Distributions Mistakes – Missing a required minimum distribution is the number one IRA mistake investors make, and it is a costly mistake. If you miss the RMD, in addition to the tax you still need to pay, you will be fined 25% of the RMD. The webinar will cover RMD rules to help ensure you know when to take your RMDs.

Costly Rollover Errors – There are multiple ways to process a rollover from your IRA. If done wrong, you could end up having to pay tax on your entire rollover amount. The webinar will cover the various methods, talk about the pitfalls and show you the best rollover method.

D. Scott Kenik will be leading the presentation and says this webinar is a chance for people to hear from industry leaders on the best practices for Avoiding Mistakes in Your IRA and avoiding overpaying taxes and penalties.

Participants will be encouraged to ask questions live and get information not readily available through other channels.

Kenik is a member of the Association of Financial Consultants and the American Network of Financial Education. He is also the Principal and Founder of Wealth Concepts Group, LLC.

People interested in the Avoiding Mistakes in Their IRAs and Other Tax Traps free webinar can register online at https://www.freeirawebinars.com/.

D. Scott Kenik and Wealth Concepts Group LLC is known for creating No-Stress Retirement Plans with guaranteed lifetime income.

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+1-832-870-5560
700 Milam St.
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The enhanced solution offers full oversight and management of contingent worker programs, including supplier management, candidate curation, talent pool assessments, timesheet collection, payroll and billing, and more. As part of the update, the firm leverages its own crowdstaffing platform, enabling access to a broad range of specialized talent.

More details can be found at: https://prosperix.com/workforce-solutions

While many organizations are attracted to the low-risk and low-cost nature of contingent workers, there can often be a significant administrative and logistical burden. The latest revisions from Prosperix are designed to cover all aspects of the hiring and workforce management process, reducing the workload on internal HR and management teams.

A recent report from the Alliance of Professionals and Consultants suggests that greater flexibility and efficiency have caused continued growth in the contingent workforce. However, the organization also highlights several challenges, including maintaining quality levels, as well as sourcing workers with specialized skill sets.

The enhanced managed workforce services from Prosperix are designed to address many of those shortcomings. The firm’s hiring marketplace offers access to a large and growing database of talent suppliers, while advanced AI can assist in rapidly identifying candidates with specific technical or professional skills.

Prior to shortlisting, Prosperix also offers full screening and verification of candidate abilities, with the goal of significantly reducing time-to-hire. Management of contingent workers is now undertaken using Prosperix Payroll and Employer-of-Record services. Responsibilities covered include payroll processing, taxes and withholdings, worker’s compensation coverage, benefits administration, statutory reporting, and more.

About Prosperix

An innovator in workforce management systems, Prosperix has assisted several leading brands, including KPMG, NBCUniversal, Avon, and Walmart. The firm’s executive team has a combined experience of over 75 years across multiple disciplines, including recruiting, operations, technology, and product development.

One program manager for contingent workforces stated: “Prosperix was by far the fastest supplier from onboarding to an offer being made. The Prosperix model is providing us with great candidates at highly competitive or even lower rates than all our other suppliers.”

Interested parties can find more information by visiting: https://prosperix.com/workforce-solutions

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+1-844-467-2300
3540 West Sahara Avenue, Suite 440

United States

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In some circles, this service is called ‘Private Duty Care’ but regardless of what it’s called, these new services provide a valuable – and often cost effective – way to help elderly or disabled people get back on their feet.

More details can be found at https://www.visitingangels.com/fredericksburgva

Everything from toiletry and wardrobe support, to friendly conversation and aid with remembering medicine can be tailored according to the client’s individual requirements. These services are a perfect supplement for long term care insurance or other nursing care policies, providing invaluable support for family members who may be facing an overwhelming challenge.

Visiting Angels Fredericksburg has supported families across the area for many years, but is always looking for ways to make it simpler for those seeking personalized care for a family member. With the new services, clients can now get a free at-home assessment where they’ll evaluate the individual’s situation, demands, and more to create a specialized plan of action. This could include in-home nursing, personal care, or companionship services.

After a comprehensive assessment and care plan is created, Visiting Angels Fredericksburg takes over. Caregivers are carefully chosen by head office for their perfect personality sync with loved ones, the hours they are available each week, and the required abilities to fulfil the prescribed plan of care.

Then, they are assigned to the client at the time and date specified by family or carer. They arrive equipped with everything needed to provide support and assistance with daily living tasks that they have been trained in. Plus, they are constantly monitoring progress to ensure all needs are being met – making changes as necessary.

All Visiting Angels Fredericksburg plans are tailored to fit the patient’s individual needs. From meal preparation and grocery runs, to household chores, and trips outside of the home- the agency can help with it all. Visiting Angels Fredericksburg also provides some much-needed company and companionship for those who may be feeling lonely or isolated. If any other specific requirements arise after an assessment is completed – the company is more than happy to oblige.

As they age, seniors can often feel confined and deprived of the joys of life. They may be unable to go out and enjoy outings, parties or other social events, or even simple things like gardening or cooking meals for their family.

Private care services offer much more than just practical support; new research has revealed that having an in-home caregiver on hand to lend a helping hand can truly enhance the elderly person’s mental health and bolster their enjoyment of life.

Visiting Angels is expanding its services in the greater Fredericksburg area – which includes King George, Lake of the Woods, Spotsylvania, Stafford, and surrounding areas.

The focus is on the provision of flexible, hourly care and comfort services including companionship, personal care (bathing, grooming and dressing), light housekeeping and errands.

A Visiting Angels spokesperson said, “Our specialized care services allow seniors who wish to stay in their homes the chance to get the aid they need. Our trained professionals can also provide help for those recuperating from a sickness, injury, or handicap.”

Interested parties can find more information by visitinghttps://www.visitingangels.com/fredericksburgva

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+1-540-373-6906
1952 William St

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Given recent hybrid work trends and the corresponding need for updating HR capabilities, the workforce solutions provider now offers concierge-level contingent workforce management services to hiring businesses growing organizations, and talent acquisition executives.

More information is available at https://prosperix.com/workforce-solutions .

Prosperix’s updated services respond to the ever-increasing demand for more dynamic workforce management solutions. According to the 2022 State of the U.S. Workforce survey, approximately 75% of American businesses are implementing HR and workforce management solutions to advance their operations and better handle their employee lifecycles.

As such, in addition to managing QBRs and payroll processes, Prosperix also undertakes candidate curation, supplier performance management, directive sourcing initiatives, and pay rate analysis on behalf of its clients. By outsourcing contingent workforce management to Prosperix, businesses can streamline their internal administrative and logistical processes and ensure that their workforce operations are fully-compliant.

Once the hiring business informs the workforce solutions provider of its project or candidate requirements, Prosperix will scour its VMS network, which has a built-in hiring marketplace for optimal connections. They also provide MSP services that help the business to coordinate communication with recruiters, talent suppliers, and candidates, ensuring prospective hires have been curated, screened, and qualified for the client’s needs.

In doing so, Prosperix can transform growing businesses into scalable enterprises by eliminating the RFP, candidate curation, and hiring processes that would otherwise fall to an internal HR department. This includes maintaining and verifying W-4 and I-9 information, administrating ACA compliance, and processing W-2 forms.

The solutions provider also fulfills payrolling and EOR (employer-of-record) obligations, accelerating enrolment and contracting tasks and minimizing company downtime while waiting to onboard new workers. By partnering with Prosperix, businesses and organizations can recalibrate their contingent workforce management processes, maintain compliance, and increase the agility and resilience of their employee structure.

A spokesperson for the company said, “Prosperix acts as an extension of your organization, taking responsibility for helping you achieve your workforce goals of building a best-in-class workforce program that achieves extraordinary outcomes.”

More information can be found by visiting https://prosperix.com/workforce-solutions

Prosperix
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+1-844-467-2300
3540 West Sahara Avenue, Suite 440

United States

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Prosperix’s new VMS (vendor management system) network enables growing businesses to procure pre-qualified external workers and reduce their hiring spend.

More information is available at https://prosperix.com/vendor-management-system

The patent-pending system is ideal for hiring businesses looking to reduce their time-to-hire while keeping their contingent workforce costs low. Building on the flexibility of a traditional VMS system, the new networked or ‘cloud-based’ VMS can streamline hiring processes by using AI to provide greater data insights and connect with optimal talent pools and suppliers. In doing so, it can automate processes like candidate sourcing, onboarding, contracting, invoicing, and off-boarding.

The cloud-based VMS unites talent suppliers, candidates, and hiring businesses. The system reduces hiring costs by connecting companies to larger, more competitive talent pools. Once registered, companies can set up a company profile and begin configuring their hiring workflow, publishing job listings, and filling external workforce positions. Prosperix’s automated contracting and onboarding system ensures that candidates can accept job invitations and start collaborating as soon as possible in order to fill essential positions quickly.

Moreover, it generates real-time reports and KPI (key performance indicator) analytics that assess the efficacy of the hiring program. As such, platform users can adapt their workflow pipeline in accordance with their performance needs, as well as customize their submissions, interview, and onboarding processes. The networked VMS compiles talent pools and suppliers throughout the US and Canada covering an ever-increasing range of skills. It matches suppliers with jobs based on their profile, talent pool skill area, and past performance in the field.

Ultimately, the VMS network enhances clients’ access to external workforce candidates and talent suppliers, enabling them to respond to industry demands in real time and strengthen their operations. This increases company agility and supports internal and full-time staff.

A spokesperson for the company said, “Our contingent workforce solution brings together hiring businesses, talent suppliers, and candidates into a common ecosystem, enabling precise connections, richer insights, lower costs, and faster hiring in a cloud-based Vendor Management System.”

More information can be found by visiting https://prosperix.com/vendor-management-system

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+1-844-467-2300
3540 West Sahara Avenue, Suite 440

United States

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The agent now offers exclusive homes in Kelowna, West Kelowna, Vernon, Peachland, Summerland, and surrounding parts of the sought-after Okanagan region in British Columbia. Owing to ongoing demand for quality family homes, properties are expected to sell in a relatively short timeframe, and the realtor suggests that cash buyers will be at an advantage.

More details can be found at: https://toddkaraim.royallepage.ca

The move comes as Kelowna and the surrounding district remain one of Canada’s top real estate markets. Todd Karaim Realtor now offers high-value homes in both urban and rural locations, allowing it to meet a broad variety of buyer requirements.

A combination of good weather, attractive natural scenery, quality schools, and local wineries have all made the wider Kelowna district a popular place to relocate. According to the 2021 census data released by Statistics Canada, Kelowna’s population grew by 14% since the previous census, with the province of British Columbia exceeding a population of 5 million for the first time.

Todd Karaim Realtor states that the region is now popular among professionals, families, remote workers, and retirees. The firm’s new listing includes a wide range of houses, multi-family properties, and condos to suit this market.

As an example, a single-story 5-bedroom house in West Kelowna is listed at $1.62 million and features views over lakes and mountains. Nearer the city center, the 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom house close to downtown is now listed at $919,000, and offers easy access to local amenities. The full listing of homes available in the Okanagan region is available via the Todd Karaim Realtor website.

About Todd Karaim Realtor

Following 25 years in business-to-business sales, Todd Karaim decided to follow in his grandfather’s footsteps and apply his extensive negotiation skills to the local real estate sector. In addition to assisting buyers in the region, Todd Karaim offers comprehensive property sale services. Todd works in conjunction with Royal LePage Kelowna and is also a member of the Canadian Real Estate Association.

“Expertise in negotiation and communication with clients lead me to real estate,” Todd Karaim said. “I look forward to helping clients find their dream properties in the beautiful Kelowna and surrounding communities in the Thompson Okanagan.”

Interested parties can find more information by visiting: https://toddkaraim.royallepage.ca

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The XRP Army Not So Random Act of Kindness Team was able to provide a child with a life changing procedure for cleft palate. This was a Community effort and demonstrated how a group of people working collaboratively could make a difference in the life a child.

The project was initiated by a group from the XRP Army Community. The premise was to provide a meaningful charity with a donation to help one child. Operation Smile was chosen due to all the great work their organization does in helping to provide a procedure for cleft palate. This condition can cause children to have disfigurement, but also can interrupt vital nutrition for growth and well-being. The procedure fixes the cause so that these children can grow up healthy and strong by being able to eat and drink just like people who take it for granted. The cost of the procedure is $240 per child.

The Not So Random Act of Kindness Team took the project on with the ask of $15 per person. Initially, the time goal was a couple of weeks to collect the funds, however, it was decided, to do it now and within 6 days the goal was met! The goal was actually reached one day before the actual deadline!! Winning!

Not only was the Team able to collect donations through Venmo, but were also able to collect donations through using a XUMM wallet for XRP. The majority of the donations were given in XRP. Once collected the donation was sent to Operation Smile. The Charity was very grateful for the generous giving and support of their good works.

In looking back on this project, it would have been so easy to just donate $240, however, the Team effort and collaboration made it even more special as it was not only an individual doing the work, but a mighty collaborative effort from the XRP Army Not So Random Act of Kindness Team. Many jumped on as soon as possible to donate to help these children. It was such a great feeling to share this experience with so many with giant hearts wanting to make a difference in world that needs so much help and support at this time.

The Leader of the Project, Terri said, “I personally cannot express how inspiring and hopeful this project made me feel. I am looking forward to the next Random Acts of Kindness the XRP Army Team has in store. The XRP community is the most giving community in the crypto space. Together we are stronger and can move mountains. It was a pleasure and honor to be part of such a great group of people in this community”!!!

Stay tuned for the next Project from the Team and be a part of helping change kids lives forever. .

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North Charleston, SC, January 2023: LaPorte now offers powder-coated pole options for boat shade kits. Most known for its bread and butter, the T-Top Boat cover, LaPorte Products, has also become known for its Boat Shade Kits in recent years. With ultimate UV protection and sleekness, this product has quickly become a hit amongst LaPorte customers. The marine accessory manufacturer announced they would launch black and white powder-coated telescoping poles in their Boat Shade Kits at the 2023 Miami International Boat Show.

The LaPorte Boat Shade is made from a proprietary material called resilience. This fabric has an outer UV reflective coating, which provides UV protection in harsh marine environments. The UV reflective coating offers an effective UV block of 98%, and it will reflect up to 75% of UV heat. In addition, the resilience material gives the shade a 20% stretch, allowing it to fit many-size boats while creating a custom-fit appearance. These shades come in both bow and aft. The Aft Shade can handle speeds up to 30 knots while staying whisper quiet. The company’s standard kit comes with anodized aluminum poles, but customers will soon be able to upgrade to powder-coated poles in either black or white to match their shade.

With the new telescoping poles, customers will be able to match their poles to the color of their bow or aft shade, allowing them to make a statement while out on the water.

The company is excited about this new offering and the eye-catching appearance that it will give. LaPorte is coming up on its peak season for their shade kits, as people are preparing to hit the water all over the country, and warm weather is on the horizon. The new poles will launch at the 2023 Miami International Boat Show (February 15th- 19th) and will soon be available on the company’s website.

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