NJ MED Celebrates 11th Annual World Top 20 Education Rankings for 2023

Dec 31, 2023 | Business

 New Jersey Minority Educational Development (NJ MED) proudly unveils the results of its 11th annual World Top 20 Education Rankings for 2023. This esteemed ranking evaluates the educational systems of 201 nations, spotlighting the top 20 countries that have demonstrated exceptional achievements across various developmental levels.

The World Top 20 Education Poll, created by NJ MED, a Special Consultative Status member of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), provides annual international rankings of the top 20 education systems out of 209 nations. This comprehensive assessment is based on five key educational levels:

· Early-childhood enrollment rates
· Elementary Math, Science, and Reading scores
· Middle-School Math, Science, and Reading scores
· High School Graduation rates
· College Graduation rates

Each country’s ranking within these levels is determined by assigning points (20 for first place, 19 for second place, and so on down to 1 point for a twentieth rank). The data is then used to produce each nation’s overall ranking through a statistical average based on a combined score from all five levels.

The World Top 20 Education Poll gathers its statistical data from six international organizations, ensuring accuracy and credibility:
1. Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
2. Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA)
3. United Nations Economic and Social Council (UNESOC)
4. The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU)
5. Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS)
6. Progress in International Reading Study (PIRLS)

The poll’s commitment to accuracy includes sending the compiled data to each country’s Ministry of Education Department for verification.

The mission of the World Top 20 Education Poll is to serve as a single body overseeing that every child is afforded the opportunity to reach their full potential. NJ MED collaborates with nations to strengthen their education systems, emphasizing inclusivity and excellence.

The 2023 World Best Education Systems – Final Rankings showcase the top 20 educated countries:
1. South Korea
2. Netherlands
3. Belgium
4. Denmark
5. Slovenia
6. Japan
7. Germany
8. Finland
9. Norway
10. Ireland
11. Singapore
12. United Kingdom
13. China
14. Hong Kong
15. Spain
16. Sweden
17. Australia
18. Latvia
19. Israel
20. Canada

For additional information about the World Top 20 Education Rankings and NJ MED’s initiatives, please visit www.worldtop20.org.

New Jersey Minority Educational Development
Shomari Moore
856-541-3926
www.worldtop20.org

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All Aboard for the 25th Annual Trains at NorthPark

Dec 2, 2023 | Business

 The decorations are up and the kids are getting excited, which means one thing: the Holidays are here and Ronald McDonald House of Dallas (RMHD) has opened The Trains at NorthPark. Presented by Bank of Texas for the 15th consecutive year, The Trains at NorthPark – now in its 25th year at Dallas’ top shopping destination – is open and will run for eight weeks through Friday, Jan. 5, 2024. This beloved annual family-friendly event is returning to raise the money needed to help “the House that Love built” provide a home away from home for families of children facing serious illness or injury seeking medical care in Dallas. Honorary Chairs for the 2023 season are Lindy and Brad Berkley and Event Chairs are Elizabeth Dacus and Leigh Danley.

“The Trains at NorthPark is such an important and special part of our year at Ronald McDonald House Dallas,” said Jill Cumnock, CEO. “This year, the monies raised from Trains are especially crucial because our operating budget has increased by 25% from last year. Since returning to full operations post-COVID earlier this year, our House of 89 rooms has been full, running near capacity every day. RMHD provides our services free of charge to families so everyone who buys a ticket, sponsors, purchases a rail car, or volunteers at the Trains at NorthPark makes a real difference in helping to defray these costs. We encourage everyone who wants to experience some Holiday magic to join us this season!”

The 2023 Trains at NorthPark Kid Conductor is six-year-old Serenity Williams. Over the last 12 months, what started as a bad headache one weekend, quickly progressed to paralysis. Serenity and her family would learn that this once physically active, vibrant 6-year-old had developed a rare neurological condition called AFM that affects less than 1% of children in the world. Her family travels all the way from Midland, TX to receive care at Children’s, most recently a major surgery to straighten her spine.

Situated on Level One of NorthPark, adjacent to Santa and Macy’s, The Trains at NorthPark is the largest miniature train exhibit in Texas with more than 700 rail cars featuring the corporations, organizations, families, and individuals who make the attraction possible. Since its launch in 1987, The Trains have helped raise more than $18 million for RMHD and has welcomed more than 50,000 visitors each year to Dallas’ favorite shopping destination.

With 1,600-feet of tracks, The Trains at NorthPark will feature cityscapes like Dallas, with landmarks including The Perot Museum, Pegasus Park, the Nasher Sculpture Center and Fair Park; New York with Times Square and Grand Central Terminal; and San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge. Other highlights include the American west with New Mexico, the Grand Canyon, Garden of the Gods, and Route 66.

Each year, hundreds of customized rail cars, engines, and cabooses hit the tracks in support of the House. There is still time to purchase your rail car. Options for 2023 include a standard rail car for $225, a caboose for $275, a special edition violet dining car for $325, or an engine for $375. The deadline to purchase in time to have a car on the tracks by the end of the eight-week run is December 4, 2023.

Tickets went on sale on November 1, 2023.

About Ronald McDonald House of Dallas
Established in 1981, Ronald McDonald House of Dallas has served as a home-away-from-home for more than 41,000 families of seriously ill children who have traveled to Dallas seeking medical treatment in area hospitals. By providing a caring, home-like environment, Ronald McDonald House of Dallas keeps the family intact, helping them to establish a normal routine in the midst of crisis. The House also provides a supportive community of peer families facing similar circumstances. For more information, please contact Ronald McDonald House of Dallas at 214.631.7354.

Ronald McDonald House of Dallas
Kennedy Newbanks
214-624-5366

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The 7th Annual US-Mexico Natural Gas Forum takes place November 13-15, in San Antonio, TX

Nov 3, 2023 | Books, Business

U.S.-Mexico cross-border natural gas market decision-makers participate in key industry event to gain insight, analyze, and structure arrangements to buy, sell and transport natural gas.

HOUSTON – Nov. 1, 2023 – PRLog — Hundreds of energy industry professionals convene in November to gain insight and conduct analysis of up to the minute issues facing US-Mexico cross-border natural gas markets. The 7th Annual US-Mexico Natural Gas Forum takes place November 13-15, in San Antonio, TX. This is the industry’s premier gathering for natural gas industry professionals, which is much more than simply a conference with participants routinely negotiating transactions during the event. Dedicated networking time is incorporated into the agenda to ensure participants are able to engage with other key stakeholders.

The Program for this year’s event includes all the critical issues faced by stakeholders in this dynamic market. Agenda highlights include:

§  Mexico Energy Policy and Regulation – campaigning leading up to next year’s Presidential election in Mexico introduces alternatives to the AMLO administration’s energy policy.
§  Market Fundamentals – domestic Mexico supply is not expected to satisfy demand – imports from the U.S. must continue to grow to meet the shortfall.
§  Nearshoring – Mexico is poised to capitalize on nearshoring opportunities, as an attractive location for manufacturing and industry, however realizing these opportunities is dependent on adequate sources of reliable, economic energy.
§  Infrastructure – infrastructure constraints to address domestic Mexico demand as well as imports from the U.S. are a critical issue that needs to be resolved.
§  Energy Transition – the industry is making great progress to in reducing carbon footprint while at the same time offering the most reliable, economic energy source – certified/differentiated gas, RNG and CCS projects lead the way.

The content/discussion program of the US-Mexico Natural Gas Forum consists of 2 ½ days of keynote presentations, and moderated panels. Keynote addresses include: Tony Payan, Director, U.S.-Mexico Center, Rice University’s Baker Institute; Christopher Lenton, Senior Editor, Mexico & Latin America, Natural Gas Intelligence; Guillermo García-Alcocer, VP Planning, Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de Mexico (ITAM); Alain Duthoy, Partner, Lexoil Consulting Firm; Guillermo Turrent, General Manager, Energy and Infrastructure Advisors; and Katy Fleury, Economist, U.S. Energy Information Administration.

The Program also includes four moderated Panel discussions addressing a variety of timely topics, with well-qualified industry experts, including representatives from: NRG Business Marketing; Project Canary; Earn DLT; Guidehouse Inc.; Natural Gas Intelligence; Cacheaux, Cavazos & Newton; Columbia University’s Center on Global Energy Policy; Nuevo León Council; Mexican Council For Energy (COMENER); Poten & Partners; Energy Infrastructure Advisors; Glenfarne Energy Transition; WorldCity; Eagle Pass Bridge System; Laredo Bridge System; and Port of Brownsville.

This Forum focuses on the U.S.-Mexico cross-border market, while five other Forums throughout the year address other key regions and market segments across the continent.

Even in today’s digital age, natural gas market participants appreciate an event that facilitates face-to-face interaction. The LDC Gas Forum is uniquely structured to meet this requirement and has been the venue of choice, for thousands of participants, for decades. Registration is still available at https://www.usmexiconaturalgasforum.com/.

The 2nd Annual Middle East Women Leaders’ Summit and Awards – Recognizing Excellence Across The Middle East

Oct 9, 2023 | Business

The Middle East’s most anticipated event, the 2nd Annual Middle East Women Leaders’ Summit, is set to return on October 24-25, 2023, at the Address Dubai Marina, UAE. This summit, dedicated to celebrating the achievements and empowerment of women leaders, promises to be an unparalleled gathering of influential minds and visionaries from across the region.

The 2nd Annual Middle East Women Leaders’ Summit is a platform dedicated to celebrating the achievements and empowerment of women leaders in the Middle East and beyond. The summit brings together influential leaders to encourage knowledge creation, and foster meaningful connections. It is a catalyst for change and progress in promoting gender equality and diversity in leadership roles.

A few of the esteemed speakers set to speak at this year’s summit are;

  • H.H Shaikha Jawaher Bint Khalifa Al Khalifa, Founder & Chairperson at Green Aventurine Holding
  • H.E. Mona Al Moayyed, Managing Director at YK Almoayyed & Sons
  • Dr Shanila Laiju, Group Chief Executive Officer at Medcare Hospitals & Medical Centres
  • Roula Droubi, Director, Government, Industry and Community Engagement- Middle East, Turkey and Africa at Boeing
  • Hande Bilgisu, Managing Director, Marsh Advisory, India, Middle East & Africa at Marsh
  • Dr. Bhaskar Dasgupta, Chairman of the Board at Apex Group (Israel, GCC, India Boards)
  • Roberto Croci, Director of Value Creation & Transformation at Public Investment Fund (PIF)

Kicking off this inspiring event is the prestigious Awards Gala on the evening of October 23rd, 2023. The Awards Gala will recognize and honour outstanding women leaders who have made remarkable contributions to various sectors, breaking barriers and setting new standards for excellence. It will be an evening of glamour and celebration, showcasing the remarkable achievements of women who have blazed a trail of success.

Following the Awards Gala, the 2nd Annual Middle East Women Leaders’ Summit will span two days, from October 24th to 25th, 2023. This summit is designed to facilitate insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and knowledge sharing among some of the most influential women leaders, dignitaries, policymakers, and professionals in the Middle East.

Through an impactful agenda featuring resounding panel discussions, captivating keynote sessions, covering a wide range of topics, including leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship, and diversity. Attendees will gain valuable insights, inspiration, and practical strategies for success in their respective fields. This event is aimed to challenge the stereotypical ‘glass ceilings’ and gender roles placed in our current market operations, and the strategies to implement and encourage a seamless transition into the future of inclusivity.

As we gather for this exceptional event, we invite leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, and advocates for gender equality to join us in celebrating the remarkable accomplishments of women leaders in the Middle East and beyond. Immerse yourself in an environment catered to expand your horizons.

This year’s summit was organized by Verve Management. Verve Management is one of the UAE’s leading business facilitation platforms, where the primary focus involves bringing together pioneers and professionals from all walks of the globe, under one roof. Verve Management strives to do exactly what your business needs; the team strongly believes in a sole purpose, which is to provide solutions that progress your company’s production and performance.

Visit the event’s website at https://menawomenleaders.com. 

For more information reach out to: 
Nisha Zakkirn
isha@verve-management.com 
Marketing Executive
Verve Management, UAE


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5th Annual Mile High Denver Boutique Week!

Sep 14, 2023 | Books, Business

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