Demokratische Republik Kongo : Von Leopold, einem Leoparden, Rohstoffreichtümern und Bürgerkrieg

Die Geschichte der heutigen DR Kongo zeichnet ein düsteres, deprimierendes Bild. Von der Zerstörung grundlegender Sozialstrukturen während einer brutalen Kolonialzeit, über die kleptokratischen Exesse eines in den Spannungen des Kalten Krieges eingebetteten Diktators, über Bürgerkrieg, Völkermord und Gewaltexzesse unkontrollierbarer Soldaten und Milizen versinnbildlicht der Kongo die schier unüberwindbaren Probleme eines afrikanischen „failed state“. Am 30. Juni 2010 feiert die DR Kongo das 50-jährige Jubiläum ihrer Unabhängigkeit. Doch die anhaltende Gewalt in den östlichen Provinzen, die grassierende Gesetzlosigkeit, Korruption, soziales Elend, sexuelle Gewalt - zunehmend auch gegen Männer - werfen die Frage auf, was es tatsächlich zu feiern gibt. Wie konnte es soweit kommen, dass ein Autor der Zeitung Die Zeit die DR Kongo als „Hölle im Paradies“ bezeichnet und Joseph Conrads Roman „Herz der Finsternis“ (1899) vielerorts als apokalyptische Prophezeiung der humanitären Krise der DR Kongo seit Mitte der 90er Jahre interpretiert wird

Positive ageing of low SES older adults in their community:Exploring older adults’ perspectives on health and ageing, and improving the physical, social, and mental health, as well as self-management and wellbeing of older adults with a lower socioeconomic status

What does it truly mean to age positively and healthy? And how does this definition resonate for older adults with a lower socioeconomic status? How can health interventions facilitate and bolster positive healthy ageing?The evolution from a welfare state to a participatory society requires citizens to take a proactive stance in maintaining their health and well-being. This shift poses challenges, especially for vulnerable groups like older adults with a lower socioeconomic status. This dissertation delves into the potential benefits of a novel health intervention with a community-approach named "Community Wise." It explores its impact on the physical, social, and mental health and well-being of intervention participants. The results of the intervention hint towards a subtle yet positive effect, primarily observed in the realm of social health. Utilizing photo-elicitation methods, conversations with older adults with a lower socioeconomic status shed light on their perspective on health and positive aging. The social component of health, such as contact with children or grandchildren, are not linked explicitly to health but are one of the most important contributors to well-being. The use of photo-elicitation research among older adults with a lower socioeconomic status show promising insights. It gives a voice to those often unheard, particularly those who are often underrepresented in survey research due to linguistic barriers.This dissertation draws attention to the perspective of older adults with a lower socioeconomic status in both policymaking and academic research. Furthermore, it highlights the promising potential of community-based interventions, especially when embedded by local professionals

Veterinary News, Summer 1984

Topics in this issue include: Cats and Pharmaceuticals (Nina Shoulberg, Wayne S. Schwark); Feline Advisory Council Welcomes New Members; Correction: Spring 1984 pg 7; Feline Diagnostic Services at Cornell: Guidelines for Submission of Samples to the Diagnostic Laboratory

Feline Forum: Should I Vaccinate My Cat Against FIP…

Topics in this issue include: Should I Vaccinate My Cat Against FIP?; Keeping Older Cats Healthy; Choosing Kitty Litter

Feline Forum: Vacation Planning…

Topics in this issue include: Vacation Planning--Don't Forget Your Cat!; Dealing with Aggressive Behavior in Cats; Avoid Common Feeding Errors

South America’s moves to liberalize irregular migration are in stark contrast to the punitive and fatal policies of the U.S. and Europe

In light of the escalation of the Mediterranean migrants and refugee crisis, human rights activists have once again severely criticized the approach of the U.S. and Europe to managing irregular migration. South America, in contrast, has become much more accommodating to irregular migrants over the past 15 years. Luisa Feline Freier and Diego Acosta Arcarazo write that, despite persisting inconsistencies, this philosophical paradigm shift in South American immigration policies – which has culminated in the granting of a universal right to migrate in some countries – challenges the fatal criminalization of irregular migrants in Europe and North America