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🇸🇰🇺🇸 The interest of Slovaks in the land of their ancestors continues to grow. The +421 Foundation, based in NYC, helps connect them with their homeland. The ✴️ amendment to the Slovak Citizenship Act ✴️ that went into effect two years ago (April 2022) played a significant role. It offered the opportunity to apply for Slovak citizenship if a person meets the 3rd generation limit.   🇸🇰🇺🇸 However, as Eva Staronova says, the +421 Foundation, would like to make another option available under the amendment. This is to obtain citizenship on the basis of ✴️ significant contribution ✴️ to the Slovak community. For example, to finance the restoration of a cultural monument. But so far, there are no mechanism to use these resources from America.   🇸🇰🇺🇸 There are approximately ✴️ one million people in the United States ✴️ who generally claim Slovak ancestry. They can obtain an SLA certificate, i.e. a certificate of Slovak Living Abroad, by demonstrating active involvement in the Slovak community, interest in Slovak culture, language study, etc. They can approach partner organizations, such as Global Slovakia (Dr Zuzana Palovic), or the Slovak-American Cultural Center. The process of equipping them is quite basic.   💡Did you know that Angelina Jolie, Jon Bon Jovi or Paul Newman have Slovak roots? 💡   Thx for a great coop, Novotný Pavel! #slovaksabroad #slovakia #ancestors #americanhistory #slovakcitizenship #brandslovakia   Dr Zuzana Palovic Gabriela Bereghazyova Ján Falath Lea-Ann Germinder, M.S., APR, Fellow PRSA Milan Vrbovsky ivan surkos Martin Horváth Michal H. Martin Pavelek Miloš Koterec

✔ There are an estimated 7,000 languages used all over the world. Of the people who use those languages, there are thousands - if not millions - of people whose right to use their languages has been taken away. ✔ It is estimated that at least 50 percent of today’s #spokenlanguages will be #extinct or #seriouslyendangered by 2100. ✔ Many of these vulnerable languages are #indigenouslanguages. ✔ The United Nations established 2022-2023 as the International Decade of Indigenous Languages in order to preserve, #revitalizeandsupport indigenous languages worldwide.  Join us during this decade by defending all indigenous languages and the people who use them 💫 

📢 Calling participants from Spain, Sweden, Portugal, Romania, and the Netherlands! Join us for a youth exchange project "Integration and social inclusion through sport" in Ommen, the Netherlands, from November 7th to 15th, 2023. 💡In this youth exchange we want to bring together 35 young people from five countries, including young Europeans and recent immigrants and motivate them to use sports activities to create successful intercultural communication. Using sports as a vehicle for integration, we hope to encourage social cohesion and cross-cultural communication. 🙏 👀Participants profile: 👉The main requirement is to be a decent human being who respects themselves and others! 👉Then we would like you to speak English, an intermediate level is enough. If your English is worse, you can apply anyway, we will help you there with the language. 👉We do not care about your gender, nor about your education or profession. We just need you to be open to sharing as much of you as it's comfortable. 👉Age. The majority of the group has to be from 18 to 30. The group leaders can be older! If you are under 18, we can accept you only if people with parental rights sign a permission for you to be here. ❗️Selected participants will have to sign an agreement where they will guarantee presence during all the sessions, at least 85%. ✈ Travel expenses +🥗food +🏠accommodation are covered! 🔗Detailed information and application form: https://lnkd.in/dMNgzt2i ⏳Application deadline: 22nd of September!!! #europe #netherlands #ommen #erasmus #erasmusplus #youthexchange #youthlinefamily

I'm an immigrant in a country for losers. Living in a first-world country as a foreigner undoubtedly offers a wealthier life. However, what many people fail to recognize is that wealth isn't always measured in monetary terms. In the Netherlands, the work culture offers something far more valuable than just money. It provides its workers with the opportunity to be recognized as human beings, rather than just cogs in a machine. The well-being and work-life balance of employees are frequently addressed in most Dutch companies, while in capitalist periphery countries, your value is based on how much you can dehumanize yourself to produce more. In countries like Brazil, asking for basic rights at work could result in being ridiculed or, in worse cases, being fired. It's even worse for women and people of colour. While this may result in increased productivity for some companies in certain fields, it creates a society of addicts, trying to cope with becoming a machine. The work culture is a symptom of, and at the same time, one of the primary engines of inequality. If systematic inequality is not bad enough for you, here's how it affects you on a personal level: Even if you become successful enough to be above that system, you cannot be reassured that your friends and family are safe, healthy, and at peace. The more successful you are, the bigger the target on your back for violence. The Netherlands' working system has done two things that most other countries, even European neighbours, have failed to do. First, it tailors the office environment and working hours to each worker's specific needs and wants. Second, it's constantly checking on employee well-being and mental health, while considering their relationships with each other. The Dutch work system also allows a significant part of your income to be left over after necessary expenses. I've heard that the Netherlands is a small country with a small workforce, which is why it's "forced" to treat its workers well and learn English to welcome foreigners. If that is the case, then at least in this regard, I can be grateful for the way things are and how lucky I am. Clickbait controversial title huh 🌚 Here you can learn more about why you never want to live in a country for "Winners": #culture #mentalhealth #brazil #society #productivity #immigrantstories

#𝑝𝘦𝘨𝘢 🇨🇱, #𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘶𝘳𝘰 🇦🇷, #𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘮𝘣𝘢 🇲🇽... What do these three colloquial terms have in common? That they all stand for "work" (𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘣𝘢𝘫𝘰) or "job" (𝘦𝘮𝑝𝘭𝘦𝘰). A good example that serves to illustrate both the diversity and complexity of the different variants grouped under "Latin American Spanish". Let's take for instance 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘮𝘣𝘢. Did you know that it derives from the deformed appropriation of an English term by Mexican migrant laborers (aka 𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘰𝘴) in the US? Guess which term it is? Read on to find out... #language #languageservices #communication #marcomms #context #latam

New look on the blog, and new article about how to pronounce the years... https://lnkd.in/d6ZssGQ9 #inglés #aprenderingles #aprendemasingles

Great Book 📚📚 📔 THE IMMIGRANT: We Strive For Safety And A Better Tomorrow AUTHOR- Marc Boyajian PUBLISHED ON- 10 Oct, 2023 RATING- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ABOUT AUTHOR- Author of "The Next Falling Empire" and "The End Result," both published in 2008 and "The Immigrant," in 2023. ABOUT BOOK- 'The Immigrant' unfolds as a poignant narrative that eloquently captures the resilience and determination inherent in immigrant families. BOOK REVIEW- Beyond being a gripping personal story, 'The Immigrant' emerges as a timely and pertinent work, delivering profound messages and guidance for individuals facing analogous circumstances. It stands as a testament to the opportunities and possibilities that America extends to its new citizens, highlighting the significance of resilience, gratitude, and the pursuit of a brighter future.Boyajian's narrative is a touching and inspiring tale, providing newcomers with invaluable advice and profound insights. The Immigrant' unfolds as an incredible and captivating true story, showcasing the strength and courage. The author's remarkable resilience through numerous hardships is nothing short of astounding. Equally impressive is the author's and their family's ability to not just endure but thrive in each new settlement. 'The Immigrant' is not just a book to be read; it is a profound message that resonates with timeliness, offering guidance on thriving in a new land and fostering gratitude for the opportunities. Book offers a personal and introspective journey into the author's life. In the narrative, author reflected upon his own experiences, shared intimate moments, struggles, triumphs, and the lessons learned along the way. His narrative provide readers with a unique window into the human condition. The power of this memoir lies in its authenticity, as author delved into the complexities of his own emotions and choices and created a connection with readers. Book is a poignant and uplifting exploration of despair turning into triumph, serving as a beacon of hope for readers facing their own challenges. Highly recommended!! https://lnkd.in/gVwk5Yw5

🌍The lived reality of being a 'foreigner/immigrant/non-native' is complex. Especially when it comes to career and professional development. The Local Europe asked a very important question: How can Sweden be more inclusive? 💭 The responses shown in this article highlight the multi-faceted challenges facing international professionals in #Sweden and also offer some simple, practical, and thoughtful solutions. 💪 While I understand that the conversation is uncomfortable, it is imperative if Sweden is going to successful leverage the amazing talent that is already in the country - and of course the talent that is looking to move here. #internationaltalent #inclusion #beyondlanguageskills https://lnkd.in/dPUCgaUk

Don'ts of an icebreaker: ◇Don't change to English if the new acquaintance is not fluent in Finnish ◇Don't ask personal questions such as 'why are you in Finland'? (the journey to Finland can be traumatic for some people, and thus, this kind of question from a stranger can be a trigger) ◇Don't ask personal questions such as marital status, etc. Do's of a good icebreaker: ♡ Genuine interest to learn about other cultures: ask about the person's origin with an open mind. ♡ Let the person tell about themselves as much as they want. ♡ Be willing to introduce yourself even without being asked. #yhdessä #me #mahdollisuus #intekrointi #turvallisuus #openmind #learn

Do's and don'ts of an "ethical" icebreaker. What is the best way to begin a conversation with an immigrant woman? In an individualist society such as Finland, starting a conversation with a stranger can sometimes be challenging, especially if there are no common grounds/ interest, children or dogs involved. The situation can seem awkward for both parties and an inappropriate icebreaker might be used, which causes more harm than good. From my personal experience, it is easy to know if there's a genuine interest in knowing a new person or if the person is just curious to know what brought me to Finland 😊 Don'ts of an icebreaker: ◇Don't change to English if the new acquaintance is not fluent in Finnish ◇Don't ask personal questions such as 'why are you in Finland'? (the journey to Finland can be traumatic for some people, and thus, this kind of question from a stranger can be a trigger) ◇Don't ask personal questions such as marital status, etc. Do's of a good icebreaker: ♡ Genuine interest to learn about other cultures: ask about the person's origin with an open mind. ♡ Let the person tell about themselves as much as they want. ♡ Be willing to introduce yourself even without being asked. Do you have more checklist for starting a conversation with an immigrant woman? #inclusion #interaction #encounter