On World Mental Health Day, we look to the future and to technology to guide us forward toward a world that provides equal access to mental health resources needed around the globe by diving into the topic of telemental health care, providing much-needed support to refugees.
Read MoreEach year, Glocally Connected takes part in the International Day of Peace, or “Peace Day,” as a day to put aside differences to commit to strengthening peace around the globe. For 2022, the UN has decided to focus on Ending Racism, and Building Peace, to build a society where all members can flourish through equal treatment, regardless of race.
Read MoreSo you’ve moved from Ukraine to the United States and are figuring out how to set up the next chapter in your life…
Read MoreIn 2013, I had the opportunity to teach an Intensive Arabi Course at the University of North Georgia (It is a military school). During my time there, I had many discussions with my students about the Middle East in general and Syria in particular. The majority of the students believed that Syrians were backwards people: they were not educated; women were physically and mentally oppressed; every woman had to wear the head cover; there was no music, activities, restaurants, bars; and that all people were radicalized religiously.
Read MoreIf you’re interested in learning about some of the things you can do for the seniors in your community, this guide is for you. We’ve compiled the following resources to assist you in helping seniors who need assistance and understanding the specialized needs of the older population.
Read MoreMy name is Naz Gozalan. I am 17 years old and I am currently a senior at the Columbia Prep High School in New York City. I am Turkish-American. I speak Turkish and English fluently and I am currently learning French. I was born in Miami, grew up in Istanbul and later moved to New York with my family to continue my education there. I have been living in New York for 6 years now. I will be volunteering at Glocally Connected to learn more about the refugee crisis, and to raise awareness among my peers. At school, I am in the Current Events and Business and Economics clubs to stay up to date with the issues going on in the world.
Read MoreThe United Nations International Day of Peace and Cease Fire had the theme “Climate Action for Peace” And who better address it than the UC Berkeley student, climate activist, Energy Engineering major, Benny Nielsen. His speech energized and excited the crowd and at the same time made everyone mindful of their actions towards a sustainable future.
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