Best The Uprising Network Podcasts (2024)

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Into the maelstrom: Can French democracy survive its political crisis? 22:18

5h ago22:18

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France was the birthplace of modern democracy, and it may well be the start of its end. After the surprise victory of the left New Popular Front in this year's elections, President Macron has betrayed democracy in a deal with the right to make Michel Barnier Prime Minister. Axel Persson, General Secretary of France's CGT Railroad Union, joins The M…

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An appeal to the interim leader of Bangladesh Muhammad Yunus from a Rohingya refugee 2:01

1h ago2:01

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An appeal to the interim leader of Bangladesh Muhammad Yunus from Rohingya refugee Pacifist Farooq. Read his op-ed here. Subscribe to our Daily Briefing ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Listen to the Weekly Briefing on Spotify, YouTube Music, Audible, Amazon Music, or Apple Podcasts. Find DVB English News wherev…

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Two children from Myanmar die during flooding in Thailand; A political and conflict analyst calls military attacks an ‘air terror campaign’; Plus, another look at what’s happening in Sagaing Region 5:08

4h ago5:08

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for Sept. 13, 2024. In this week’s briefing: Two children from Myanmar die during flooding in Thailand; A political and conflict analyst calls military attacks an ‘air terror campaign’; Plus, another look at what’s happening in Sagaing Region; And, a Thai-Myanmar arts collective hosts Limbo Festival. Subscribe to ou…

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Rooted as the olive trees: Palestinian farmers' fight against land theft in the West Bank 25:22

3d ago25:22

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Israel's war on Palestine has now decisively expanded to the West Bank, where the most aggressive IDF military campaign in decades is now underway. Yet not all was well in the West Bank before this most recent invasion. Palestinians in the West Bank have dealt with a protracted war waged by Zionist settlers and the IDF for decades. One method of re…

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Outputs over Outcomes and When to QUIT! 42:53

4d ago42:53

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In this episode of the Agile Uprising podcast, hosts Troy Lightfoot, Andy Cleff, and Andrew Leff discuss the impacts of focusing on outputs and outcomes including some very potentially controversial takes! Additional they discuss why Quitting is so critical and how to know when to quit. (Working on getting the Author of Quit on the podcast as well …

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Arakan Army Commander Twan Mrat Naing speaks; Min Aung Hlaing makes surprise visit to Karenni State capital; Myanmar economics specialist says regime digital currency plan won't stop inflation 5:23

7d ago5:23

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for Sept. 6, 2024. In this week’s briefing: Arakan Army Commander Twan Mrat Naing speaks; Min Aung Hlaing makes surprise visit to Karenni State capital; Myanmar economics specialist says regime digital currency plan won't stop inflation; Plus, a Pe Maung Same Film Fund to be established in his memory. Subscribe to o…

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What the Chicano Movement can teach us about organizing Latinos today 48:09

10d ago48:09

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With Donald Trump continuing to demonize immigrants, especially immigrants from Latin America, and with Republicans calling for "Mass Deportation Now," Latinos in the US find themselves in the crosshairs of a national debate over immigration, border policy, racism, and economic justice. What can the Chicano Movement of the 20th century teach us abo…

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Newsroom: The death of Pe Maung Same and the future of documentary film in Myanmar 28:17

11d ago28:17

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Myanmar documentary filmmaker Lay Thida and DVB Bureau Chief Mon Mon Myat join English News managing editor Adam Bemma in the DVB Newsroom for a roundtable discussion on the tragic death of award-winning filmmaker Pe Maung Same, and the recent life sentence handed to Shin Daewe, and what this means for documentary film in Myanmar. To learn more abo…

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Fortify Rights report implicates Arakan Army in Maungdaw massacre; Rohingya 'Genocide Day' commemorated in Bangladesh and Thailand; And how the controversial Telegram app is being used in Myanmar 5:27

14d ago5:27

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing. In this week’s briefing: Fortify Rights report implicates Arakan Army in Maungdaw massacre; Rohingya 'Genocide Day' commemorated in Bangladesh and Thailand; How the controversial Telegram app is being used by both sides of the information war in Myanmar; Plus, a Karen traditional wrist-tying ceremony to connect, re…

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Remembering the Chicano Moratorium Against the Vietnam War 43:18

20d ago43:18

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On August 29, 1970, the Chicano Moratorium Against the Viet Nam War mobilized the largest Chicano protest and the largest anti-war protest led by a community of color at the time. Combining a critique of US imperialism abroad and racism at home, the Chicano Moratorium was the result of years of organizing and consciousness raising by Chicano libera…

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Why are so many smart people unhappy at work? W/Christopher Avery 1:02:23

23d ago1:02:23

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As our summer break continues, we are bringing back a classic episode, too good to not bring back! Join Brad Stokes and Christopher Avery as they discuss The Responsibility Process®. When Christopher Avery was a management consultant, this was his driving question: Why are so many smart people unhappy at work? 20 years ago, Christopher realized tha…

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Two journalists killed by military in Mon State; Family and friends mourn death of filmmaker Pe Maung Same in Yangon; India for Myanmar says New Delhi must reassess its relationship with Naypyidaw 5:30

21d ago5:30

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for Aug. 23, 2024. In this week’s briefing: Two journalists, including a DVB CJ, were killed by the military during a raid in Mon State; Family and friends mourn death of filmmaker Pe Maung Same in Yangon; And, India for Myanmar says New Delhi must reassess its relationship with Naypyidaw; Plus, what’s happening in …

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The view from '68: Bill Ayers on the Chicago DNC 24:56

28d ago24:56

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It's a presidential election year, and a deeply divisive imperialist war has split the public. As the Democratic National Convention gathers in Chicago, anti-war organizers vow to be in the streets to protest US responsibility for a genocide overseas. No, this isn't 2024. It's 1968. And the police riot that follows in the city of Chicago has effect…

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Aung San Suu Kyi home auction fails again to attract bids; China endorses regime election plan; Freed Japanese executive returns to Tokyo; UN laments ‘incredible brutality’ since 2021 military coup 5:49

28d ago5:49

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for Aug. 16, 2024. In this week’s briefing: Aung San Suu Kyi home auction fails again to attract any bids; China officially endorses regime election plan; Freed Japanese executive returns to Tokyo; And the UN laments ‘incredible brutality’ since the 2021 military coup; Plus, a seminar on Canada’s policy engagements …

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Appalachia uprising: Why MAGA doesn't have answers for America's poorest region 33:14

1M ago33:14

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J.D. Vance's rise to the GOP ticket has opened up scrutiny into the junior senator's past and roots. Before he entered politics, Vance entered the public spotlight as the author of a best-selling memoir, Hillbilly Elegy. While often marketed as an authentic glimpse of Appalachian working class life, what Elegy really offers is a portrait of a man w…

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Beyond Agile: Cooperative Ventures with Matt Barcomb 42:09

1M ago42:09

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In this episode of the Agile Uprising podcast, hosts Andy Cleff and Chris Murman are joined by guest Matt Barcomb for a spirited discussion on cooperative ventures in business. Barcomb challenges traditional organizational structures, discussing the shift from domination-based systems to cooperation-based models. The conversation delves into worker…

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Rohingya targeted in northern Rakhine State’s Maungdaw; Myanmar commemorates 36th anniversary of the 1988 Uprising for democracy; Regime claims Thailand to help with its planned census and election 5:53

1M ago5:53

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for Aug. 9, 2024. In this week’s briefing: Rohingya targeted in northern Rakhine State’s Maungdaw Township; Myanmar commemorates the 36th anniversary of the 1988 Uprising for democracy; Regime claims Thailand to help with its planned census and election; And a book launch sharing women’s stories; Plus, we hear from …

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A Palestinian and an Israeli fight together—for peace 28:34

1M ago28:34

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The images of members of US Congress giving Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu multiple standing ovations during his recent visit to Washington DC are certain to go down in history. While Netanyahu spoke of "finishing the job" in Gaza, to raucous applause, peace activists Aziz Abu Sarah and Maoz Inon also recently addressed members of Congre…

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Virtues for the Change Journey: Episode 5: Vulnerability - Opening Up 12:15

1M ago12:15

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In this episode of the Agile Uprising podcast, host Andy Cleff explores the virtues of humility and vulnerability in leadership. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and the courage to admit "I don't know" as foundational to effective leadership and personal growth. Drawing on insights from thought leaders like Dr. Brené Brown, Cleff disc…

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Regime extends nationwide state of emergency; German Solidarity Myanmar on not supporting any election under the military; Thailand task force to investigate Naypyidaw weapons purchases via Thai banks 4:46

1M ago4:46

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for Aug. 2, 2024. In this week’s briefing: The regime extends the nationwide state of emergency; German Solidarity Myanmar on why the international community must not support an election under the military; Thailand task force to investigate Naypyidaw weapons purchases using Thai banks; Plus, what’s happening in nor…

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'We will return': A look back on University of Toronto's People's Circle for Palestine 45:37

2M ago45:37

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At the University of Toronto, students, faculty, and community members successfully staged one of the longest-standing encampments on any campus, holding out for a total of 63 days. While the People's Circle for Palestine ultimately dismantled itself in response to a court injunction, the movement successfully brought the issue of divestment to the…

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Myanmar military command in Lashio seized by resistance forces; Regime leader Min Aung Hlaing assumes duties of presidency; The Rohingya Consultative Council to formally announce its establishment 4:43

2M ago4:43

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for July 26, 2024. In this week’s briefing: Regional Military Command in Lashio reportedly seized by resistance forces; Regime leader Min Aung Hlaing assumes duties of presidency after Acting President Myint Swe’s medical leave; A member of the Rohingya Consultative Council on plans to make a formal announcement abo…

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Virtues for the Change Journey: Episode 4: Gratitude - Appreciating Progress 11:34

2M ago11:34

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In this episode of "," Andy Cleff explores the often-overlooked power of gratitude in the workplace. Discover how cultivating a culture of appreciation can significantly boost motivation, employee engagement, and overall performance. Andy unpacks the connections between gratitude and appreciation, sharing compelling research that underscores their …

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The first new batch of Myanmar refugees resettled to the US; Rohingya women assist refugees in Malaysia and Indonesia; Women in Karenni State document up to 80 gender-based violence cases in IDP camps 5:13

2M ago5:13

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for July 19, 2024. In this week's briefing: The first new batch of Myanmar refugees are resettled to the US; Rohingya women assist refugees in Malaysia and Indonesia; Women in Karenni State report up to 80 cases of gender-based violence in the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps; And, a history of the People’s …

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The Trump assassination attempt changes everything 36:20

2M ago36:20

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John F. Kennedy, Robert Kennedy, Gerald Ford, Ronald Reagan, and now Trump. America is no stranger to attempted and successful political assassinations, but something feels different about this time. On July 13, former President Donald J. Trump survived an assassination attempt during a rally in Butler, PA, that left one bystander dead and two othe…

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Where is Agile going with Evan Leybourn, Business Agility Institute 38:56

2M ago38:56

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Continuing last week's conversation of where agile is headed, we go from the anecdotes to arithmetic. We sit down for a chat with Evan Leybourn, Head Imaginarian of the Business Agility Institute to discuss what he's seeing from his vantage point regarding our industry and where it looks to potentially be going. Have a listen! If you enjoyed this e…

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Thailand parliamentary committee hears from UN Special Rapporteur on Myanmar; Nearly 2,000 foreigners escape cyber scam centers in Karen State; And a podcast featuring voices from the Burmese diaspora 5:54

2M ago5:54

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for July 12, 2024. In this week’s briefing: Thailand parliamentary committee hears from UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Myanmar; Nearly 2,000 foreigners escape cyber scam centers in Karen State; And a podcast featuring voices from the Burmese-Canadian diaspora. Subscribe to our Daily Briefing ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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France's elections: Can the NFP hold its ground against the right? 29:36

2M ago29:36

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The twists and turns of France's recent election have ended with a surprise majority for the New Popular Front, a hastily cobbled together left coalition running the gamut from the Communists to the Greens. The NFP's unexpected triumph turned the early success of the far-right National Rally in the first round of the election on its head. But the r…

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Preserving the Flame: Agile's Journey Through Upheaval 38:19

2M ago38:19

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In this episode of Agile Uprising, Andy Cleff, Chris Murman, and Jay Hrcsko engage in a candid, unscripted discussion about the current state of the agile community. They explore the challenges and opportunities arising from the industry's upheaval, emphasizing the need for a shift in narrative from doom and gloom to constructive optimism. The conv…

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A year on since the disappearance of Thuzar Maung and her family in Malaysia; 66 Myanmar refugees end hunger strike at prison in India; The first year of IEC provisional government in Karenni State 5:15

2M ago5:15

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for July 5, 2024. In this week’s briefing: A year on since the disappearance of Thuzar Maung and her family from their home in Malaysia; 66 Myanmar refugees end 18-day hunger strike at prison in India’s Manipur State; The Interim Executive Council marks one year of provisional government in Karenni State. If you hav…

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In the West Bank, a rabbi fights to defend Palestinian land 57:06

3M ago57:06

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In the West Bank, the Palestinian struggle to defend land from the clutches of settlers is a daily battle. Rabbi Arik Ascherman is one of the few Israeli Jews who has dedicated his life to assisting Palestinians in defending their land. Ascherman returns to The Marc Steiner Show to discuss the work of his organization, Torat Tzedek, and the increas…

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Newsroom: Harn Yawnghwe on the changing dynamics in Myanmar 10:43

2M ago10:43

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DVB Bureau Chief Mon Mon Myat sat down in the newsroom with Harn Yawnghwe, the founder and director of the Euro-Burma Office (EBO). The two discussed the changing dynamics of Myanmar’s resistance to the 2021 military coup. Listen to Newsroom on Spotify, Audible, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music or ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠. DVB English News is available wherever…

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Virtues for the Change Journey: Episode 3: Alliances - Joining Forces 10:21

3M ago10:21

10:21

In this episode of the Agile Uprising podcast, host Andy Cleff explores the importance of building alliances to support continuous improvement. He discusses how alliances can enhance both individual’s and teams’ journeys by providing diverse perspectives, psychological safety, and interpersonal trust. The pod explores four types of alliances (that …

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UN Special Rapporteur states foreign banks facilitating military’s access to weapons; Meet Myanmar’s newest war crimes investigators; The NUG suspends official after sexual assault allegations 5:28

3M ago5:28

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for June 28, 2024. In this week’s briefing: UN Special Rapporteur releases report stating that foreign banks are facilitating the military’s access to weapons; Meet Myanmar’s newest war crimes investigators; The National Unity Government (NUG) suspends official following sexual assault allegations; And a Public Serv…

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'I don't...consider Israel a real place': Upstart candidate challenges arch-Zionist Debbie Wasserman Schultz 27:34

3M ago27:34

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Jen Perelman challenged incumbent Debbie Wasserman Schultz once before for Florida's 25th congressional seat in the 2022 Democratic primary. Now, Perelman is back, and this time her staunch anti-Zionism is front and center in her campaign to unseat Wasserman Schultz, one of the most dedicated Zionists in Congress. Perelman sits down with The Marc S…

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Organizing Conversations with Mike Burrows 39:04

3M ago39:04

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This week we sit down with frequent guest Mike Burrows to discuss his newest book Organizing Conversations. We talk about the idea of dialogic organizational development, how writing this book was actually harder than he thought, and Mike shares some insight into his newest writing project. Enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a revie…

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At least 20 arrested in Flower Strike on Aung San Suu Kyi's birthday; World Refugee Day in Myanmar; Bangladesh police detain 32 Rohingya; And will India continue with plans to build its border fence? 5:49

3M ago5:49

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for June 21, 2024. In this week’s briefing: At least 20 arrested for participating in Flower Strike on Aung San Suu Kyi’s 79th birthday; World Refugee Day in Myanmar’s Arakan State; Bangladesh police detain 32 Rohingya refugees; And will India continue with plans to build its border fence? Plus, how the resistance i…

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'It was petrifying': An aid worker's account of life in the West Bank under apartheid 38:34

3M ago38:34

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The genocide in Gaza has captured the attention of the world, but nowhere in Palestine is safe from Israel's onslaught. Israeli repression, land grabs, and deadly raids in the West Bank have increased dramatically since Oct. 7. Long subjected to a brutal apartheid system and routine attacks from settlers and the IDF, Palestinians in the West Bank n…

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Virtues for the Change Journey: Episode 2: Resilience - Rising Above 13:07

3M ago13:07

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In this episode of the Agile Uprising podcast, host Andy Cleff delves into the virtue of resilience and its critical role in driving positive change within organizations. Building on , Andy explores how resilience enables individuals and teams to bounce back from setbacks, adapt to stressful situations, and persist through adversity. He outlines fi…

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Number of Internally Displaced Persons in Myanmar surpasses three million; Burma Affairs and Conflict Study group on regime's attempt to ban VPNs; 17 Burmese handed over to regime soldiers from Laos 5:25

3M ago5:25

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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for June 14, 2024. In this week’s briefing: The United Nations states that the number of Internally Displaced Persons in Myanmar has surpassed three million; The Burma Affairs and Conflict Study group on the regime’s attempts to ban Virtual Private Networks; 17 Burmese were handed over to regime soldiers from Laos; …

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