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                    <description>What's on the minds of young leaders from around the globe?</description> 
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                    <title>Homosexuality: Nature or Nurture</title> 
                    <link>http://pedusc.tigblog.org/post/449049</link> 
                    <description><![CDATA[The issue of homosexuality is quite a controversal and sensitive one. WHile some people argue that it is a learned behaviour and a product of environmental/social interaction; others are of the view that some people are born homosexuals. In fact, some people think it is an interaction of nature and nurture. As controversal as this phenomenon is, it is particularly interesting to know other people's thoughts on this. Please have your say and blog on this issue if you can. Education is the antidote for ignorance.]]></description> 
					<pubDate>Tue, 05 Aug 2008 07:04:00 EDT</pubDate> 
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                    <title>Would you marry someone only for the colour of their skin</title> 
                    <link>http://pedusc.tigblog.org/post/335709</link> 
                    <description><![CDATA[Would you marry someone just because of the colour of their skin/or ethnic background, or are you racially neutral are see people as the colour of water?]]></description> 
					<pubDate>Sun, 17 Feb 2008 18:26:00 EST</pubDate> 
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                    <title>Could you vote for someone because of race or gender alone?</title> 
                    <link>http://pedusc.tigblog.org/post/334971</link> 
                    <description><![CDATA[Would you use race as gender alone as yardstick for voting if you were an American of voting age?]]></description> 
					<pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2008 04:25:00 EST</pubDate> 
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                    <title>Substance abuse could destroy you forever!</title> 
                    <link>http://pedusc.tigblog.org/post/322133</link> 
                    <description><![CDATA[Substance abuse, no doubt, could destroy our youth and cripple human development capital. Across the western world, the emergence of new addictive substances and powerful distribution syndicates cannot be over-emphasised. Mental health facilities are overflowing with large number of youth presenting with drug-induced psychosis (DIP) and onset mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, Bipolar, anxiety disorders and depression. Education remains the key to combating this scourge. Otherwise, the human capital, the mind of our youth will be lost in the momentary euphoria of drug use. Is drug availability and addiction a problem where you live?]]></description> 
					<pubDate>Sun, 13 Jan 2008 16:29:00 EST</pubDate> 
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                    <title>BARACK OBAMA ON THE RISE</title> 
                    <link>http://pedusc.tigblog.org/post/318683</link> 
                    <description><![CDATA[That Barack Obama has edged household name like Hillary Clinton to the third position in the IOWA caucus of the democratic part nomination to the November presidential election is a true indication that every black male child can achieve anything irrespective of entrenched and perceived racial concerns if he works hard. The Havard-educated first time senator has impressed observers, and if he repeats the same feat in New Hampshire on Tuesday, his chance of becoming the first black US president will be more luminous than ever. There is a current wave of OBAMANIA in America presently as he strongly appeals to the youth, women and independents. Obama's campaign flagship is hope and change while Hillary Clinton seems to be basking in the euphoria of her experience as the first lady for 8 years in addition to being a  sitting senator. America, in Iowa, went for change and hope. John Edwards coming second in Iowa is another indication that Hillary Clinton may need to change her rhetoric if she wants to keep her hope of becoming the first woman US president alive. Anyone following the US presidency?]]></description> 
					<pubDate>Sat, 05 Jan 2008 02:59:00 EST</pubDate> 
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                    <title>Please be scam alert on TIG!</title> 
                    <link>http://pedusc.tigblog.org/post/304063</link> 
                    <description><![CDATA[It is my pleasure to use this medium to alert TIG members across the globe that recently, I have observed, increasing emails from unscrupulous individuals, generally women, who try to use TIG as an avenue to lure men into internet relationships. As a man, I have continued to receive emails from females, though I do not doubt that the women out there will not be receiving similar emails from men. Most of these individuals are part of organised e-criminals whose purpose is to ultimately scam you of your money in the name of spontaneous infatuation. Please, delete these types of emails promptly and use the "ignore" member tab on your home to avoid ongoing receipt of unsolicited e-love proposals. There are thousands of genuine TIG members here who are committed to the advancement of the goals of TIG and humanity in general, and I encourage you to continue unrelentlessly in your cause. For those scammers online, your days are numbered. Please be scam alert on TIG!]]></description> 
					<pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2007 10:09:00 EST</pubDate> 
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                    <title>Poverty in Africa</title> 
                    <link>http://pedusc.tigblog.org/post/239907</link> 
                    <description><![CDATA[After many decades of independence, African nations are still plagued by poverty. Billions of dollars worth of aid has been provided by donor agencies; successive governments in Africa have vowed to fight poverty, diseases and improve health and education. With very few exceptions, there seem to be no headway. What is going on with African leadership? Is it misappropriation of funds brought about by greed, lack of managerial skills and foresight? Is it that Africa is destined to remain in savagery for life? Is it a product of white imperialism or a combination of a number of things? What is happening, mother Africa? A visit to the slums of Ajegunle in Lagos or the Ghettos of Soweto reveals the same plight: despair and hopelessness. We the people of Africa need to call on divine intervention and peaceful demonstration of our frustrations. Africa countries and the so-called AU lack real leadership. We need God more than ever because the situation appears to have no end in sight. Your comments will be valued greatly.]]></description> 
					<pubDate>Tue, 07 Aug 2007 10:13:00 EDT</pubDate> 
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                    <title>Discussing Inter-racial Relationships and Marriages</title> 
                    <link>http://pedusc.tigblog.org/post/238197</link> 
                    <description><![CDATA[<br />
Even with our exposure in life through formal education, travelling, social groups, etc, many people still admit that they are intrinsically predisposed to discrimination when it comes to relationships, often without recognising it at first. I hope that people will comment on their thoughts and feelings towards relationship with a person of de-similar ethnic or cultural group. If you are white, are you comfortable dating an Asian, black, etc and vice versa? What do you think about inter-racial relationships and marriages generally? Is it a taboo in your family to date the opposite race?  Is it still frowned at in this 21st century where you come from? Do you encourage it? Do you take a neutral position? Are you involved or have you been involved in this kind of relationship in the past? What are your experiences? Please share your views. Thank you for your honest contribution]]></description> 
					<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jul 2007 08:01:00 EDT</pubDate> 
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                    <title>Why Do People Find It Difficult to Discuss Their Faith (Religion) or Political Affiliation/Inclination?</title> 
                    <link>http://pedusc.tigblog.org/post/231353</link> 
                    <description><![CDATA[I have travelled extensively around countries classified as"Western" , "Advanced" or "Developed", and one thing still strikes me: people find it difficult discussing their religious beliefs and political affiliations and inclinations. I am wondering what people think, and if people have had similar experiences. And if you are one of these people, what is your reason for keeping your religious and political beliefs secret? Your take on this would help inform my ignorance and educate my curiosity.]]></description> 
					<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jul 2007 08:26:00 EDT</pubDate> 
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                    <title>Basic Primary Education Remains a Mirage for Millions of African Children</title> 
                    <link>http://pedusc.tigblog.org/post/225333</link> 
                    <description><![CDATA[We all can agree, and the United Nations has affirmed, that the right to basic education is a fundamental Human Right. However, this right remains a lingering and ever-growing mirage for millions of African children who have been deprived of this fundamental Human Right. From Nigeria to Namibia, millions of children dot the streets hawking goods instead of being in classrooms. In Ivory Coast, children work the cocoa farm instead of being in the classroom to the benefit of multinational companies who make use of this raw material, an act that essentially promotes child labour. Children are the vanguards of tomorrow, the hope of every nation. How can Africa strive to achieve the Millennium Development Goals of the UN if it can’t afford to keep its children in school? Children should be provided with the enabling environment to thrive and to succeed. Children should be supported as well as empowered to achieve their greatest human potentials. These innocent children, even in the harshest of situations know nothing but smiles. We all need to take a bold stand against the relegation of children, a trend that would create illiterate majority in the African continent. There can never be meaningful development in Africa without a population that is well educated, inspired, informed and then challenged. One can argue that education is a vital key to unlock the gate of success in virtually all aspects of human endeavour and aspiration. If this is the case, how can we unite, from Africa to America, to bring this growing concern to the fore? What can we do to persuade these despotic leaders to invest in their people, their future? How can we persuade African leaders to immerse themselves in the waters of selfless leadership and empathise with the inert desires of their people? These children roaming the streets of Africa have the same hopes, dreams and aspirations as any other child in Europe or America, but have remained hopeless and helpless because of the inaction and mismanagement of national resources that is endemic in Africa. I believe that we at TIG, out of concern for our common humanity, can write  a formal petition to African governments, one at a time to begin to look at local and international partnerships that would help put more children in the classroom. What do you think?<br />
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					<pubDate>Sat, 30 Jun 2007 12:16:00 EDT</pubDate> 
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                    <title>Racial Discrimination: Does it Spur Terrorism?</title> 
                    <link>http://pedusc.tigblog.org/post/224923</link> 
                    <description><![CDATA[There is no doubt racial discrimination oppresses and alienates people, even in their own countries. But I wonder if this internalised anger and frustration is one of the driving forces behind domestic and growing international terrorism. And if this is the case, what and how can the youth begin to make impact in this growing international threat? People deserve to live in freedom and liberty without undue fear of being attacked, even in their own door steps. Children deserve a chance in life, particularly a chance to achieve their greatest human potentials. What is the role of religion and culture in global terrorism? It is high time the youth engaged in a multinational, multicultural and multi-religious discussion to address this growing local and international concern called TERRORISM. Once again, do you think racial discrimination is a factor that spurs international terrorism?]]></description> 
					<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2007 18:20:00 EDT</pubDate> 
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                    <title>Too Many NGO's: Are They Really Good or Bad?</title> 
                    <link>http://pedusc.tigblog.org/post/217665</link> 
                    <description><![CDATA[My extensive research shows that the number of Non-governmental Organizations have far out-grown government agencies in most developing nations. Is this really a good thing? It is hard to decipher the intent of most of these organisations as they parade themselves as army of change, with emphasis on the vulnerabilities of their population. A large number portray themselves as advocates for the masses and champions of numerous geo-political causes. This has become an impetus for fund-raising and solicitations that may after-all not be used in a way that benefits anyone except the founders who have essentially become entrepreneurs and not Human Rights activists. This trend is appalling, and it is imperative to invest any funds or contributions received in the name of non-governmental causes to issues that confront our communities. I don't know what people's experiences are with thousands of NGO that dot the corners of their countries. It is accountability time, and organisations that operate in diguise to scam donors will be publicised as soon as this research is concluded. Please tell me about your experiences with NGO's in your countries. Are they doing what they claim to be doing? My particular interest is on those ‘fly by night’ mini sole proprietorships that have become celebrated global beggars in the name of NGO’s for one form of social change or another.]]></description> 
					<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jun 2007 17:49:00 EDT</pubDate> 
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