We are very happy to announce the winner and five finalists of IDB´s bloggers contest. … [Read more...] about Congratulations to the winners of the blogger contest!
Bons motivos para dar mais abraços
Por Daniela Philipp Em meu último post, falei da importância das habilidades – tais como o otimismo, a resiliência e a persistência – para que as crianças tenham sucesso na vida. Não nascemos com essas habilidades, mas isso não é algo que não se possa mudar. Tais competências são formadas com as primeiras experiências ao longo de nossas infância e adolescência. Neste post, … [Read more...] about Bons motivos para dar mais abraços
Power to the people?
By Ciro Avitabile There is no way around it, when people aren’t well incentivized to do their jobs (with monetary or non-monetary incentives) the quality of the work decreases. This happens to be the case in many developing countries with teachers and doctors. The lack of appropriate incentives translates into higher absenteeism and less dedication to their jobs. … [Read more...] about Power to the people?
Can an antibiotic help a child grow?
By Agustin Caceres Antibiotics are known for helping control bacterial infections in both children and adults. But antibiotics are also known for some of their side effects: diarrhea, allergic reactions, collateral infections… But what if an antibiotic could have a positive side effect in the development of malnourished children aged 1-5 in developing countries? … [Read more...] about Can an antibiotic help a child grow?
Happy Holidays to Our Readers!
This December, as always, a large percentage of the population of Latin America and the Caribbean is preparing to celebrate Christmas and New Year’s. As a result of my own experience with motherhood, in recent years I’ve looked at the holiday season with a fresh perspective. Specifically, I find it moving to think that, after all these years, birth remains at the heart of one … [Read more...] about Happy Holidays to Our Readers!