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Rights Defenders at Risk
Support for Defenders
Trial Calendar
Prof. Dr. Füsun Üstel Acquitted
Prof. Üstel, who served two-and-a-half months in prison for having signed the Peace Declaration, has been acquitted of the charge of "propagandizing for a terrorist organization."
Prof. Dr. Füsun Üstel, who served two-and-a-half months in prison for having signed the declaration by the Academics for Peace titled, "We will not be a party to this crime," has been acquitted.
The Constitutional Court ruled in July that the penalization of Academics for Peace on the charge of "propagandizing for a terrorist organization" violated their freedom of expression.
After the ruling, Üstel's attorneys Sennur Baybuğa and Fikret İlkiz made an application to the 32nd Heavy Penal Court, which sentenced Üstel to prison for "propagandizing for a terrorist organization."
The court acquitted of Üstel and ruled that all provisions and results of the verdict of prison sentence shall be removed.
On April 4, 2018, Prof. Dr. Zübeyde Füsun Üstel from Galatasaray University was sentenced to 1 year and 3 months in prison on the charge of "propagandizing for a terrorist organization" as per Article 7/2 of the Anti-Terror Law (TMK) for having signed the peace declaration.
The penalty of Prof. Dr. Üstel was not deferred by the İstanbul 32nd Heavy Penal Court on the ground that she did not demand the deferment of the announcement of the verdict and did not make "a statement of penitence."
The 3rd Panel Chamber of İstanbul Regional Court of Justice, the court of appeal, upheld the prison sentence of Prof. Dr. Füsun Üstel in a verdict dated February 25, 2019. Though her attorneys objected to the verdict of the court of appeal, her prison sentence was still executed. Accordingly, Füsun Üstel was imprisoned in Eskişehir on May 8, 2019.
Since December 5, 2017, when the trials of academics started, 204 Academics for Peace have been sentenced to prison.
The prison sentences of 36 of 204 academics have not been suspended: While the prison sentences of 29 academics were not deferred as their prison terms are over two years (as per the Article 286 of the Law on Penal Courts), 6 academics, including Füsun Üstel, did not accept the deferment of the announcement of their verdicts.
Verdicts of acquittal at 26 courts
The Constitutional Court on July 26 ruled that the penalization of Academics for Peace on the charge of "terror propaganda" has violated their freedom of expression.
After the Constitutional Court ruled that the freedom of expression of Academics for Peace has been violated, joint and separate verdicts of acquittal have been given for academics at 26 courts in total.
Academics For PeaceFüsun Üstel
Professor Füsun Üstel
Joint Statement by Academics for Peace: We Demand Our Reinstatement
Turkish Court Denies Retrial for Peace Academic Despite Top Court Ruling
First Verdict of Acquittal in Trial of Academics for Peace After Constitutional Court Ruling
Constitutional Court Finds That Peace Academics' Rights Were Violated
Prof. Füsun Üstel Released


What can be the role of micro-technologies in the skin of a car?
As an ongoing research project in the studio we are studying the possibility of using micro-technologies to embed multiple functions into the "skin" of a car. These functions include cooling, aerodynamics, lighting, and embedded screens.
Our work contributes to the unending evolution of car design that - like fashion - increasingly seeks expression within the boundaries of the surface. The "skin" of cars takes on sophistication and amplifies the possibilities of cars themselves.


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Onramp Computer Services
About Onramp
Onramp Computer Services began life in 1990 as MacBBS – a service to the Perth Macintosh community, running on a Xenix/386 system from the offices of ICL in West Perth.
The original MacBBS was entirely written in Bourne Shell, with a backend "database" in plain-text. It wasn't connected to the Internet in any way, but through the helpful assistance of Curtin University, where I would later work, I was able to acquire items of interest from UseNet groups like, alt.binaries.mac and repost them for download through our 2400bps modems.
In March 1994, MacBBS returned as a much more mature user experience using SoftArc's First Class system running on a Macintosh IIx through bleeding edge 9600bps modems
We even had support for direct connections from Newton MessagePads
In late 1994, we were heavily involved in getting a new ISP, Highway 1, up and running – this was the first time that MacBBS, now officially called "Onramp" had direct Internet connectivity, and the users of the system had real-time email access.
Key Projects in Onramp's early history:
Onramp helped in the building of Highway 1 as a true ISP. We started with a Penril comms server and 8 Hayes modems. The link to the Internet was via a very basic solid-state router and Jtec TA which bonded two ISDN B-channels to make a 128Kbit connection. Our initial hosting machine was a Sun SPARCClassic and our user server – temporarily called "hedgehog" – was a SPARCStation 2. highway1.com.au was delegated on 20/12/1994. Within 12 months, we had added another link (to Curtin University) for News traffic, and a new news server running FreeBSD, we also had our first permanent connections. By December 1997, Highway 1 had about 1500 users using dialin, and 65 or so permanent connections and transitioned to Cisco routers and ISDN termination for indial to allow for 56K modems.
In the mid-nineties, we also helped Scott Print build what at the time, was one of the largest direct-attached storage arrays for their digital pre-press system, based on Sun SPARC hardware – the disk array was a whopping 9Gb using multiple CDC Swift Full-height 3Gb SCSI-2 drives in a mirrored and striped array.
Maintaining UNIX servers (including Apple Workgroup Server 95's) for PrintForce.
Subcontract development for Resolutions Multimedia involving projects written for Macromedia Director, SuperCard and others developed in Pascal
Maintaining Silicon Graphics lab at AMTC based on Indy and Indigo Extreme2 platforms.
Working on various software packages with AD Software (http://www.oofile.com.au) including OOFILE – an object oriented DBMS written in C++. I wrote a software module to allow OOFILE high-speed access to DBase 3/4 format databases and a graphical engine to display various types of graphs from data within the system. I also had major input into the design and some development work in the report-writer.
Involved in design and commissioning of DataCard Systems' HP/UX systems and Internet network infrastructure including installation of bank-level network security using Checkpoint FireWall-1 and other products. Later assisted in design of software for their Internet payment gateway and commissioning of x.25 network links to a major Australian bank for their EFT interchange
Omni Instruments in Dundee, Scotland specialize in the supply of data acquisition and logging hardware. I was commissioned to design and build prototypes for GSM and radio modem hardware solutions. While there, I helped the team with a number of system and network installations including one in a power station in the Outer Hebrides.
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Q: What 2.5 in. adapter for mSata SSD? I bought an SSD for my laptop, not knowing there are different form factors and what I got is mSata. It's a tiny thing. Deciding to get an adapter, I want to be sure I get the correct one, and I don't want reduced performance. The Amazon title is "Crucial MX200 250GB mSATA Internal Solid State Drive - CT250MX200SSD3" seen at  http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RQA6LFA . Please give recommendations.

A: I was very curious about this post and I started to do some research. I didn't know there were such things as mSATA drives. I found an adapter SY-ADA40050 which boast "No Sacrifice on the mSATA SSD Performance". Shop around you might find a good price for it.

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Q: Python setuptools Fails to Install data_files in user_config_dir I have a set of sql files in subdirectories that I wish to install from my package.
project\
thetask\
    __init__.py
    MainThing.py
sql\
    foo\thingone.sql
    foo\thingtwo.sql
    bar\thingone.sql
    bar\thingtwo.sql
README.md
MANIFEST.in

My MANIFEST.in contains only recursive-include sql *.sql.
My setup.py attempts to install the files in the user_config_dir found by appdirs.
import setuptools
import os

from appdirs import AppDirs
APP_DIRS = AppDirs("table_builder", "thetask")

def long_desc(path_to_md):
    """
    Use markdown for description on devpi server.
    """
    with open(path_to_md, "r") as _fh:
        return _fh.read()

setuptools.setup(
    name="mything-thetask",
    version="0.1a",
    description="Tools for building TheTask tables.",
    long_description=long_desc("README.md"),
    long_description_content_type="text/markdown",
    author="Someguy SomeGuysLastName",
    author_email="Someguy.SomeGuysLastName@mything.com",
    license="Proprietary",
    install_requires=[
        "xlrd",
        "pyodbc",
        "appdirs",
        ],
    include_package_data=True,
    packages=setuptools.find_packages(),
    scripts=[
        "foo.py",
        "bar.py",
    ],
    data_files=[
        (APP_DIRS.user_config_dir, [
        "sql\\foo\\*.sql",
        "sql\\bar\\*.sql"
        ])
    ],
)

The thetask\\table_builder directory is created in my AppData\\Local directory, but install_data fails with:
    running install_data
    error: can't copy 'sql\foo\*.sql': doesn't exist or not a regular file

    ----------------------------------------
Command "c:\users\someguy\projects\testinstall\venv\scripts\python.exe -u -c "import setuptools, tokenize;__file__='C:\\Users\\someguy\\AppData\\Local\\Temp\\pip-install-bmlgs1fl\\mything-thetask\\setup.py';f=getattr(tokenize, 'open', open)(__file__);code=f.read().replace('\r\n', '\n');f.close();exec(compile(code, __file__, 'exec'))" install --record C:\Users\someguy\AppData\Local\Temp\pip-record-ia0ycbsc\install-record.txt --single-version-externally-managed --compile --install-headers c:\users\someguy\projects\testinstall\venv\include\site\python3.7\mything-thetask" failed with error code 1 in C:\Users\someguy\AppData\Local\Temp\pip-install-bmlgs1fl\mything-thetask\
command failed

All the files I expect to see are in the sql directory in the .zip package. Where am I going wrong?
UPDATE: I attempted to use the specific sql files instead of a wildcard in data_files, which got rid of the error, but does not install any of the files in AppData\\Local. This is a bit frustrating.


Spin the line. Avoid the circles. Use your brain. Level Up!... in PipSpin, a minimal action puzzler that demands sharp reflexes and an enormous brain. Spin in perfect concurrency with choreographed moving obstacles through 10 delightfully challenging, fast paced, mind stimulating stages! THOUGHT PROVOKING, REFLEX REQUIRING GAMEPLAY ● Pattern recognition puzzle action that'll make your brain HUGE ● "Hex-like" mechanics that demand precision, timing, and reflexes ● Easy to learn, precisely engineered 'touch left/right' controls OLD SCHOOL LOOK. NEW SCHOOL PERFORMANCE ● Retro vector-mode-display with bright singular color schemes like the good ole' days ● Fast and seamless gameplay experience thanks to a unified menu and game scene. ● Celebratory 8 bit foam finger wearing robots!? Yes. PipSpin has those. WHAT THE INTERNET THINKS OF PIPSPIN ● "...near perfect" - 5/5 AntyApps.pl ● "...the fast-paced action is quite fun" - andnandroid.com ● "...an ideal game for that bus ride or waiting room" - IndieGameMag.com ABOUT THE STUDIO Matthew is a self taught dev who brings the challenge and aesthetics of old school games to new platforms. If you like PipSpin, consider buying the Hacker Edition and checking out my other games Ninjevade and PinPong! All the cool kids are doing it.


Children's shoes should reflect the natural, simple way that children see the world itself – allowing for play and adventure that begins with each step taken. Spurred by a passion for the raw and natural, Petit Nord grew out of a want for form to follow inspiration.
Romantic styles, based in the flow of Scandinavian design, has made Petit Nord a mix of the new and old. A staple of the Petit Nord shoe would be the crafting of warm interiors, but smooth and refined exteriors that make simplicity somehow very chic. From lambskin boots tufted in fur, to a pair of earthy sandals that are vying for a walk on the beach, Petit Nord has a shoe a child can thrive in.


Lauren's story with body image and self-love is one of true resilience and self-reflection. After overcoming her struggles, she began realizing that their is SO MUCH to LOVE about her body - not only for its physical appearance, but for its physical capabilities too! She is now driven to help others who are struggling with eating disorders and mental illnesses too. How? Read her Q&A to find out!
My favorite part of my body is something that I struggle with picking. I have grown to love so many parts of my body that it is hard to pick just one! I will say that what I have grown to love the most is my legs. Partly, because I am now mature enough to recognize how lucky and fortunate I am to have legs to move with, run, walk etc. I also love my legs because I used to obsess over the size of them while I struggled with my ED and it feels so liberating now to not put on a pair of pants or leggings and feel defeated but instead, proud of what I look like. I think that everyone deserves to look at themselves in the mirror and think "my body is truly beautiful."
Tell us someone who has helped positively shape your life.
My boyfriend has made an incredible difference in my life. Cliche, I know right? But it is so true. Especially in terms of where I am with my body positivity. We are very much independent individuals that have our own lives, yet we work so well together as a team. He helped me through my eating disorder and stuck with me through it which is something I find very admirable in him. Since starting my Bopo account I have always been open with him about it and he is supportive in a way I never thought would be imaginable. There has not been one moment that he hasn't praised me for my presence in the community, the work I am doing and my growing love for myself.
Do you have a secret talent that you are proud of?
I don't know about a secret talent but I am a self-taught artist that a lot of people don't know about. I love to create all sorts of different works of art and get creative at any chance I get. As a result of this love for art, I am an aspiring art therapist. I have finished my degree in Communications but would like to further pursue a career in art therapy in which I work with youth that suffer with eating disorders and other mental illnesses.


Great Questions and Great Answers!
Radio Great Questions and Great Answers!
This week's program launches a new section of NetWorth Radio. Alex Tollen and Spencer McGowan cover the best questions from our astute client base and guide investors through answers on performance tracking, estate plan coordination, trusts, wills, IRA beneficiary planning and the importance of trustee selection.
Round Rock Texas based Dell computer on the cover of the Wall Street Journal. What are the lessons for investors?
Oil Rebound Results Reduces Distressed Debt Levels Resulting in Bond Rebounds.
ECB: June 8th Game On! Okay to Buy US Corporate Bonds Week US Equity Rally! Why?


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  include_context 'LTS indicators'
  include_context 'LTS labels'
  include_context 'LTS sectors'

  let!(:value_1) {
    FactoryBot.create(
      :indc_value,
      indicator: ghg_target_type,
      sector: aviation,
      label: baseline_scenario_target,
      location: spain,
      value: 'Baseline scenario target'
    )
  }

  let!(:value_2) {
    FactoryBot.create(
      :indc_value,
      indicator: sectoral_plans_on,
      sector: vehicle_fleet,
      location: spain,
      value: 'Increase share of electric vehicles'
    )
  }

  let!(:value_3) {
    FactoryBot.create(
      :indc_value,
      indicator: sectoral_targets_on,
      sector: vehicle_fleet,
      location: spain,
      value: '-30% in fuel consumption in 2025'
    )
  }
end

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Arriving home to living spaces solely lit by ceiling lights can leave your interiors feeling a little cold. So, how do you bring a warmer look? It's easy! Introduce a few lower-level light fittings fitted with warm white lamps, then turn them on as night falls. Here's the inspiration you need to get started.
Crank up the mood in your bedroom by placing a table light on your bedside tables, on both sides of your bed. For a seamless look, go for light models that suit your style of interior decorating. You might like to mix and match your selection of lighting models, keeping them working together by choosing similar colours or materials, or choose a perfect pair for a symmetrical appearance. Top tip: to achieve the best balance, purchase table lights that are scaled to suit your bedside tables — not too big and not too small.
Another fabulous option in the bedroom is to choose lights that can be wall-mounted above the side tables and either be plugged-in by you or wired-in by your electrician. This option keeps your tables clutter-free — terrific for small space living in studios or apartments.
Looking to bring a cosy vibe to your living room? Position a table light on each side of your sofa, or perhaps on a sideboard, and flick them on come nightfall. Again, shop for light styles that work in with your existing interior scheme — take a trip to the lighting section at Bunnings and you're bound to find a style you love. Floor lights are another terrific option for the living spaces of your home, simply place one by your sofa or maybe in a corner of the room (or both!). Hello, hotel style!
To bring the lighting down from the ceiling plane, and for a warm and cosy feeling, you'll find success if you have your electrician drop a pendant above your dining table or perhaps a series of pendants above your kitchen island bench.


Edwin Cook was born in Alert Bay, the home of the Namgis First Nations in 1897. He was the fifth of 16 children born to Jane and Stephen Cook. Jane was a noble woman from the Kwaguł tribe and Stephen was thunderbird clan from the Namgis.
Edwin and his siblings were the second generation to attend "Indian residential school". His parents attended the school run by the Reverend Alfred James Hall and his wife Elizabeth. Here Edwin learned to read, write and speak English fluently.
His cultural teaching came from his paternal grandmother and parents. Stephen was indoctrinated into the warrior society of the Namgis and did the training following the ancient traditions.
To be a warrior in the traditional way of the Namgis the young initiate was introduced to fasting, prayer, strength & endurance training. He was hung by hooks pierced into his chest and back and lifted to the rafters of the house. There he learned courage, humility and self-discipline. When lowered the young initiate danced his power in front of old warriors and chiefs. This was the backdrop to Edwin's formative years.
Edwin stepped into his training on the HMS Conway, where he spent three years as a cadet. When WW I broke out Edwin returned home and with blessing from his parents he signed up in Vancouver to join in the European theatre of war.
Edwin Victor Cook signed up on January 15, 1916. He joined the 102nd Canadian infantry and all 5'8" of him set sail for England and eventually to France. He was a man with a dark completion, brown eyes and black hair.
He left England for France on November 8, 1916. He was wounded on April 4, 1917 with injuries to his left thigh and left forearm. He recovered and returned to the field of battle and was wounded again on March 12, 1918. His wounds were minor. Two months later he was granted leave and went to England for R&R. He was also granted permission to marry. Edwin married Dorothy, an English woman from South Hampton.
Fighting the German 6th Infantry at Vimy Ridge, Edwin was seriously wounded on August 28, 1918. On September 2nd, 1918 he succumbed to his injuries and died in a military hospital.
Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He was in advance of his company as a scout and single-handed he rushed an enemy machine gun and killed the crew, thereby saving many of the lives of his own company and permitting the advance to proceed unchecked. He showed splendid gallantry and determination.
Edwin's journey is filled with irony: He was a First Nations man fighting for a country that was actively dismantling his very own culture. He was fighting to preserve a cultural freedom from which his own people were being excluded. Canada set up schools, governance systems, language policy, cultural harvesting systems that forced our people to abandon our ancient ways. Yet, Edwin believed in what he was doing. He died in the service of his country. He lost his life and his status.
Mourned by many, Edwin's name lives on and he is recognized and honoured every November 11th on Remembrance Day. He is considered by our family as a fallen hero.
In my work to decolonize and protect, maintain and innovate our cultural revival, I embrace his courage, determination and strength.
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I'm Metha Trisnawati, co-founder of Sayurbox, currently handling operations. People think I'm reserved, but I'm actually very curious. That's why I took industrial engineering as my major; I learned about so many fields.
I graduated in Bandung, then worked for IBM and Unilever. After pursuing a master's degree in the UK, I moved back and co-founded Sayurbox.
Did you know Amanda, one of your co-founders, from the beginning?
I met her through another co-founder, Rama, whom I bumped into at a conference. He was working on this project with Amanda and wondered if I was interested. Luckily, Amanda and I really clicked.
Sayurbox is pretty different from your university studies! How did family and friends react?
I'm surrounded by people who are supportive of me and my decisions. My parents told me to be whatever I want to be; to find what makes me contented. After I tried tech and retail, I pursued a degree in technology entrepreneurship.
How do gender stereotypes in Asia affect women and their careers?
The stereotype of a woman being attached to a man is still prevalent, but – as women's access to education increases – there are more options for them in entrepreneurship and the corporate sector.
Tech was dominated by men but now there are many opportunities. As more women receive higher education, they achieve greater things. Female entrepreneurs can also create employment for other women.
Sayurbox employs mothers who live near our warehouses, so it's easier for them to care for their families. We also allow them to bring children to work.
Approximately what percentage of your workforce are women?
A good 70% at our warehouses. They know how to choose the right kind of fruits and vegetables.
We started really small at Amanda's house – our initial warehouse. Delivery was via GO-JEK and we only sold items through Instagram – it was so simple. To test the idea, we put out the Minimum Viable Product, selling just sixty a month. After the website, it started to take off.
We have built our own logistics now. Around 60%-70% of deliveries are drivers we have created a partnership with – they get extra income if they deliver for us.
Investment-wise, we closed a seed round last year in Jakarta, with investments from VCs in the U.S. and Indonesian angel investors, through ANGIN. We are currently trying to close a Series A investment.
Everything moves fast as a startup. Our immediate focus is to scale up operations, reach more cities, and for more farmers to join our network.
What's your vision for Sayurbox? And why does it matter?
We want to become the leading platform that connects farmers and suppliers in Indonesia, enabling them to sell their products. Making high quality, fresh produce accessible to everyone – that's our mission.
We see farmers and suppliers dealing with many middlemen. This is inefficient, as farmers don't have direct market access and prices are being squeezed. They have little idea about market demand.
One farmer only knew how to grow low-value cassava and simple vegetables. Cassava is about 600 rupiah per kilogram – less than 10 cents; however, kale is enjoying great demand with few suppliers. Farmers growing kale would make 100 times more than by growing cassava. Kale is valued at around 60,000 rupiah per kilogram, but they are unaware. At our suggestion, the farmer switched to kale and made a lot more money.
What's it like being a female entrepreneur in the primarily male agricultural space?
Whenever we meet farmers, they are very welcoming. They never see us as two women doing things beyond their capabilities – one of the many things we are grateful for.
Being in the field has been really exciting for me.
Rama, our co-founder, has been extremely influential. He worked in Silicon Valley and here with GO-JEK, so he has experience and a well-developed network, which really helps.
Wealth is something you use to make an impact if you can provide for yourself, then you can contribute to someone else and society. More than just dollar and cents, it's about you and having the means to impact the world.
What makes you unique or sets you apart from the rest?
Definitely Sayurbox. Meeting Amanda was a random stroke of luck from the universe – we complemented each other from the beginning. Being a curious person is also a blessing, because I'm always excited and willing to learn.
Do you have any advice to share with fellow aspiring women entrepreneurs and leaders?
One of the most important qualities is having the courage to go after whatever you aspire to. There is a lot of stigma surrounding a woman's image in society; the kind of expectations that seem completely archaic, but still prevail.
Once we reach a certain age, we are expected to marry and start a family. If you are clear about your goals, go after them and don't fall for societal expectations about what other people think is good for you.
Amanda and I were very lucky to have great mentors. They helped us prepare pitches, talk to investors and sell our proposition to 'new ears'. Find a good mentor – that would be my advice to younger female entrepreneurs.
My name is Veronika Linardi and I'm the CEO of Qareer Group Asia.
What got you into entrepreneurship? When did the entrepreneur bug bite you?
I returned from America to help with my family's manufacturing business. I didn't enjoy it so much. However, my brothers were interested and succeeding in it. Hence, I felt a freedom to find another career.
I looked at work within multinational companies in Hong Kong and Singapore, but my parents really wanted me to be close by. I therefore joined an industrial conglomerate to do strategic planning in Jakarta. It was a great learning opportunity for me, giving me a helicopter view of diverse industries. Working for Charoen Pokphand, I was exposed to diverse fields, including chicken feed, shrimp farms and telecommunications. It was – such a variety! However, I felt I should pursue something related to my passion: people.
I decided to venture out on my own, leveraging my core competency: connecting good people with corporate organizations, a.k.a. headhunting.
My parents didn't approve initially; like most Indonesian parents, they wanted me to settle down young. They suggested I help my brother with his new business. I forged on alone. I flourished! Now, my parents are very proud of me.
How did you find the courage to start a business as a young person?
I was lucky to have the family business to fall back on. I was also young and still living at home. Initially, there wasn't a stable income, but as my reputation grew, satisfied clients gave me more business. It's all about managing expectations; under-selling and over-delivering – so people trust me.
I define success by knowing oneself and measuring up against my own benchmarks – not other people's. Needs evolve over time, but we're only in competition with ourselves. We should always be thankful and happy about how far we have come.
Success is to be grateful for what we have and yet, always, see ourselves as a work in progress. Success is to be bold, to expand beyond our boundaries and create our very own legacy.
My mother is a hard worker. When she was young, she had to overcame a lot of discrimination related to gender and race to become a Doctor. Then when I went to school in Singapore, she gave up her ambition and career to take care of us (her children). How Great a Mother's Love is!
My dad was a self-learner. Unlike my mom who always stayed in school and received scholarships throughout her life, whereas my dad learnt everything on his own. My dad taught himself Mandarin and other Chinese dialects. His ever curious and persevering spirit propels me to continuously improve.
I love helping people. Through headhunting, I am able to match jobs with people and their passions. It's rewarding because I get a sense of achievement for recommending talent to flourish in the careers they love. My friends often tease me, calling me a matchmaker (playing cupid for both careers and love life), and I made a career out of it!
I also love food. Good food and great company always brings family and friends together!
Have you faced any obstacle or challenge because of your gender?
I grew up with two brothers who treated me like an equal, so I had to be creative and resourceful to get things done. I feel I've been raised in a way that considers men and women as complementary in many ways and have respective duties and responsibilities.
How is Indonesia in terms of gender progressivity in the workplace?
In Asia especially, there are expectations about women. In Indonesia, despite women being seen as primary caregivers in the family context, there are many women leaders heralding business organizations. I also belong to an entrepreneurial organization where women account for 40% of the membership. In other countries, there may not be a single female member.
You can still flourish in Indonesia because we have the right support network: our parents, in-laws — even nannies here are affordable compared to other countries. In addition, having had a female President really makes a difference.
As a woman in Indonesia, people tell you to start small. How did you dream big?
You have to start somewhere, but you must reverse engineer. Think baby steps on how you can grow. I started with Linardi Associates, my headhunting agency. Over time, my contact base grew. Satisfied clients became friends; some also became investors. Today, we connect millions of professionals to the careers of their dreams.
I believe that you are first and foremost accountable to yourself. There are responsibilities and priorities but you can always go back to your dream. Women who have children can still return to work and flourish in their careers.
Can you share some of the milestones that your company has achieved?
The first was establishing Qerja.com, which improves transparency in workplace and reduced the taboo of discussing salaries. From my headhunting days, I knew that many fresh graduates felt a sense of urgency to quickly secure their first job. However, many have little understanding of their strengths and ambition hence often felt dissatisfied because their expectation of first job is far away from the reality of their job.
Another milestone was when we launched Jobs.id, securing Series A funding from SB ISAT Fund. And very recently acquired Karir.com and secured our Series B funding from Emtek group.
Wealth can mean so many things: money, fame, knowledge…. What does it mean to you?
Money is important as a means of exchange to help us enjoy life, the conveniences money can buy as well as to utilize these resources as a means to further our end goals. Wealth means peace at heart and contentment. Some of my team members buy their families budget trips overseas, sharing what they have with their loved ones. I feel that having such purity in your heart is the basis of being wealthy.
Do you have any advice for young women who want to live their dreams?
Yes – follow your heart's desires while you are young. Some things can wait, but I believe that at every stage of life, you can always choose to focus on your priorities, whatever they are.
Hi, my name is Liris Maduningtyas and I'm the CEO of JALA. JALA is a data services company that provides services for aquaculture, specifically for shrimp farms. We enable shrimp farmers to increase their yields through technology and smart data. We've been in this sector for about two and half years now. I started out with my co-founder, who is actually a shrimp farmer himself. He's been in the shrimp farming industry for 17 years already, and he started to look at the problem at this shrimp industry and start to gather a team. At the time I was working as a field engineer in an oil and gas services company. I'd been working a lot with data logging and data collection. When I eventually left my company and met with the farmers face-to-face, I started to realize that there is still no such technology breakthrough in this kind of business to improve and optimize the work they do.
Surprisingly, there is actually no available data at all to help farmers make decisions. Farmers must rely on their instincts. For instance, to estimate water parameters, farmers will typically use their fingers by putting them in water. It's completely insane. In this part of the world, where technology is already booming, we should be able to create a technology solution for these farmers. At JALA, we want to actually help the farmers to gather, all of the data necessary that for them to actually make predictions, to actually make decisions based on the actual data, starting with sensors. So that's how we started JALA, and how I actually personally jumped into aquaculture.
How does it feel to be one of the leading woman, and furthermore, a C-level woman leader in the aquaculture industry?
It's quite challenging. If we talk about the shrimp industry and the aquaculture industry in general, there are not a lot of women working in the sector. Most women working in the aquaculture sector usually work with the feed company in managerial roles or research and sales – and not sales in the field, but in the office. I rarely meet female farmers, actually. I've only ever met three. But it's not just about the lack of women in the aquaculture industry, but also the shortage of young people in aquaculture as well.
It can be quite challenging, being a female C-level leader in this sector, especially because of the very small female representation we have here. I always have to prove myself in front of the farmers, who are often quite old and knowledgeable. But I am coming to the table with something; I also have knowledge in this business, and I actually can help them. Being a female leader can be beneficial as well, because I'm different. And people typically love something that is different.
What societal expectations do you face as a young woman? What's your family's and friend's opinion about you joining the aquaculture industry?
You may have already guessed that the environment didn't start out super supportive. I mean we're living in Indonesia and it's part of the culture that women are supposed to be at home, not at the office. It's changing, sure — you can go to the office, but you know, maybe as a secretary. My parents actually encouraged me to become sort of a certified lecturer, but it wasn't what I wanted to do. Once again, I had to prove to my parents that I could actually do it. The process took hard work and patience, but it paid off. I actually won a pitching competition on behalf of JALA and then started gaining revenue from the farmers. Now my family is starting to realize that I can actually do it. They're really supportive. One hundred percent. But they needed some sort of proof first.
How is the startup ecosystem in Yogyakarta? Are there many women entrepreneurs?
In general, there many women entrepreneurs in Yogyakarta, but those specifically working in the startup ecosystem are quite rare. I do find a lot of female entrepreneurs in Jakarta and maybe outside of Indonesia, but in Yogyakarta, you can probably only find a small handful of C-level women in this business.
The majority are in offline, then?
Yes, yes, exactly. The majority of women entrepreneurs are in offline businesses, like coffee shops or restaurants, you know, desserts and the like. But I do really want to encourage women to consider aquaculture and agriculture as career paths. Aquaculture and agriculture are things that you don't really have to be afraid of.
So in your opinion, why there is there such a limited number of startups?
I think it's because of people's perceptions of startups. I'll tell you a story from my university days. Only two startup founders came from my major, which is electrical engineering. That was in 2010. But then in 2011 with the younger generation, that number started to grow. Although it still wasn't a lot, I still hope that the trend will continue. There are a lot of women trying to actually become entrepreneurs in the startup scene. Especially in technology.
I have a lot of role models, but I'll just tell you about someone who is currently inspiring me – Sheryl Sandberg from Facebook because I think she's funny and energetic and patient. She really faced a lot of challenges as a woman entrepreneur at the beginning of her career. And I feel like part of her story also resonates with my own story. So the way that she overcame all of those challenges is something that I draw motivation to also overcome my own.
I really want to own more than two companies. One company is this one. For the second one, I do really want to own a farm — a high-tech aquaculture farm. I really want people to know that working as a farmer is not a low profile job. I just want to open people's minds, to tell them that farming is actually a good business. And when it comes to farming, technology, and young people, it could be something that is seen as desirable and lucrative.
What is your advice for young people out there, especially for women who want to start their careers as an entrepreneur in the startup ecosystem?
Girls, don't be afraid. You have equal rights and equal potential as a person, and you're equal in every potential skill that you'd need to actually become an entrepreneur in the startup ecosystem. And I hope for you to not be afraid. Don't just wait to have a secure job. Be out there. Find the problem, find the solutions, and start to build something that is really cool — and make money out of it!
My name is Marianne Rumantir and I am currently the CEO of Member.id. Member.id helps businesses create great value for their customers by providing end-to-end loyalty solutions. Our mission is to change the loyalty landscape in Indonesia.
I come from a diverse background; I studied Communication and Advertising at university and ended up working in the corporate world, I was in corporate communications for several banks for about four years. Then I started a family.
As someone who is a career chaser it was very hard, especially because I was living overseas with no support system. So I started my own business back in 2009. My first business was a restaurant that I started with some of my friends in Melbourne. That restaurant actually still exists; it's been there for the last 10 years. We expanded and opened up a few more branches, expanding to the US. This led me to move to Los Angeles, California.
While abroad, I would always get requests from others to buy them something and bring it back. You know, with Indonesians every time you hear someone is traveling overseas, you're always asking, "Can you buy me something?" (laughs) That happened to me a lot. I'm actually not a big shopper, but I thought that I could actually make a business out of this. That's how I started getting into technology. I established an e-commerce business where I would shop US products for Indonesians for a small fee. I had to use my credit card quite frequently because of this, so I ended up collecting a lot of points. From there, it kind of became my obsession, because I found out that I could actually use my points as a currency.
I've always had a passion for travel. At the time, I'd never been to Europe and I had no budget as a struggling business owner. And it wasn't just for me — I had a family to consider as well. I did a lot of research and apparently there are a lot of people in the US that use points to travel everywhere; they can even upgrade to luxury cabins using points. I became obsessed in reading all these blogs, learning about how to travel hack.
When we finally flew to Europe, we basically spent nothing. We flew business class and we stayed in a luxury hotel for free. Combined, we had accumulated over 500,000 worth of points every year. Everytime we went on a holiday, it would be for free. I started sharing these points experiences online, creating a points-hacking blog targeting Indonesians.
Then, I started exploring about the Indonesian market and found out it was quite feasible. I was introduced to Edy, now an advisor at Member.id. Edy actually offered me a role at his other company. He said, "Why don't you come back and work with us where you can bring some value?" I immediately told Edy yes to Member.id though, but I told him that we would need to change how people perceive loyalty programs in Indonesia. My initial idea wasn't commercial. I wasn't trying to make money. It was about how can we help Indonesians do the same thing that I could do back in the US.
I came back last year and then we took it from the ground up.
How is it like to be a pioneer in the loyalty space?
We are trying to take advantage of being the very few players who provide these services. This is why we cater to a very specific, niche market. At the moment, our clients are all mid-market to large enterprises, because a lot of them require some sort of customization. When you go to other smaller companies, they don't really do any customization because there is one product for everyone, which is another product that we are developing at the moment.. For us, one selling point is that we can hit different kinds of verticals. That's why we have clients ranging from hotels, retail, lifestyle, food and beverage. We've always believed that no one size fits all. After all, the way you create a loyalty program for hotel clients and F&B is completely different.
We're very grateful that we're one of the first ones. There will always be new companies in the industry, so it's good to be the benchmark for others, right? It's also been a blessing for us to be the first, because client acquisition becomes easier. We stopped looking for clients because we get so many from referrals. It's a great testament of our services from existing clients that they would actually recommend their contacts to use us. I've never really thought of us as pioneers, but I want to take that as an advantage for our company to grow even faster and to hold the biggest market share.
When we first started, pricing was a huge challenge. Many were not familiar with our service, and didn't understand why they should pay so much for a service that they had no idea about. Our response was to provide value to clients and prove to them that our pricing is worth every penny. That's why we are quite big on the data team, because a lot of clients sit on a tremendous amounts of data that aren't being used properly. That's where we bring value. We can help you analyze all these transactions, create insights, craft targeted promotions, and ultimately increase sales.
As a woman leader, I've never really experienced anything too extreme. Most of the time I feel like women have achieved a place in the startup world, even though I know that looking at statistics women still make up a comparatively low number of startup founders. It's very rare to find women entrepreneurs. But compared to the US, we're doing better. I know for a fact there's a big wage gap between men and women in the US. However, I remember working in an Indonesian company, and between myself and another male sharing the same position, we were paid the same. Here, it's more of a position and level gap than a gender wage gap.
Back then, when people heard about startups and tech companies, there was this perception that you need to be an engineer, right? It was a man's world, and if you didn't know how to code, then forget about it. Whereas these days, startups are all about creating disruptive businesses – who can be the most innovative, who can achieve the best product-market fit, who are the founders. So expectations are different as well.
As a female founder, how can you create your own niche and get started?
So you can be a health freak for example. Maybe you want to change people's behaviors and increase the amount of exercise people do. So it's not just about coding and programming; it's everything else. There are many female entrepreneurs in the travel industry and the beauty industry, for example. That's what I like about the startup world. It's open. You're not just creating code or making mobile apps. It's the whole package. But it's also the perception and message that we need to create for all women out there to say that hey, the door is open. It's open for everyone.
Are there any benefits to being a woman founder?
In a way, yes. Since statistically there are fewer women founders, you actually get noticed quicker. But that's not what success boils down to. It really comes down to your leadership style. And I think women have a definite advantage when it comes to that. We have more empathy. It has its pros and cons of course, but I'd like to think that as a woman I can understand people's situations better. For example, we have an employee who is also a mother. I would understand if she needs to take time off because she has to look after her family. I also understand that even men who have kids who want to go home early should be able to as well, because they need to spend time with their kids. I always strive to make sure that our company culture is healthy, that our employees know that, look, you are supposed to work hard, but that doesn't mean that you neglect your other obligations.
How do you balance your time as a founder, a mother, and a family member?
The key is: it takes a village. So I do have a good support system. If I were doing this overseas, I wouldn't be able to achieve what I've achieved right now. In comparison to what I've achieved over the past one year here, I'd probably only be able to achieve it in three years overseas. Living overseas, I didn't have a support system. I have no family overseas, and hired help would be too expensive. Whereas here, the support system is very strong so I get to go to work without having to worry about picking up my kid at the daycare or something. That's one element.
Second, the most important thing to survive is to make sure I myself am happy. I know that a lot of mothers always put their family's needs above they ended up neglecting themselves. I'm not saying that's wrong, but we're also in charge of our own happiness, right? If we know how to make ourselves happy and content then our families will also feel that positivity. I still socialize and work, but I have my own time at night and on weekends with the family. And of course the weekend is for catching up on sleep. I guess it's all about quality. It's not quantity. Making sure everybody gets enough time. As a result, the aura I bring in at home and at work and everywhere, it's always positive. Then again it takes a village. I can't do this alone.
My background has always been working in a corporate world, right? And so I had always been an employee. Growing up, I never thought I would ever run my own business because my parents are all professionals. I mean, I don't have a trust fund. So I was taught that as an professional, you have to climb the corporate ladder to progress in your career.
I'm actually the only person in my family who is pursuing entrepreneurship full-time. I'm kind of a rebel. I am the risk-taker. Thankfully my husband has the steady job, so even if I failed, at least we could still eat. Honestly, the first six months to a year — that was a big struggle. I almost quit my first business because I wasn't getting paid monthly, and it was definitely less than the amount that I used to get from my corporate salary.
It was a big struggle for me, but the thing that made it sustain is because I have a good business partner, my business partner came from a background of entrepreneurs. So he was the one who motivated me and told me I needed to be patient and persistent and to just do our best. So he was the one who believed in our venture, and that's why we continued to expand. Not all of the expansion was a success. But that didn't mean that we had to stop.
And I've learned that in order to succeed, you can't do it by yourself. You need a team and you need a business partner because otherwise I don't think you can handle all the hard stuff on your own. When you face issues or problems, sometimes you can't think of the solutions all by yourself.
I may not be the person with the most brilliant ideas in the company, that's why we like to hire a lot of smarter people. My job is to be able to facilitate all these people so that their ideas can come to life. That's what a leader should do. When you manage something, it doesn't mean that you have all these great ideas all the time. What you need to do is to facilitate others. Again, the failures that I've experienced were largely because I did not have the right team. That was my lesson.
What are the ingredients for the right team? For the right business partner?
You need to find someone who complements you. Don't find someone who is exactly the same. At the moment, our senior management team all have completely different specialties. I'm more on the external side, like marketing and business development. Robert is more the data/insights person and he's very good at strategy. All three of us have completely different specialties, so we would complete each other, right? Every time we are facing issues, we can work together to think about what's next. It's a good combination when we put our heads together.
I always say that my mother is my idol. She has been a professional all her life, but I feel like I was never neglected by her despite of how busy she's always been. I have always seen her as someone who knows how to balance things. She knows her priorities. In terms of leadership, I like to see different types of people leadership. I like to follow Arianna Huffington and Sheryl Sandberg for womens' rights heroes. I like to combine lessons from all of these women and decide what would best apply to me. I don't think one person's leadership management is something that I can exactly copy. So I just try and follow different types of leaders to see what would fit my style.
I'm a very open person. That's why we don't have doors in our offices. I want people to be able to talk to me anytime. Whatever position you have, whatever department, whatever your specialty — if you feel like you have something that you know bothers you, if you're not happy then you can come talk to me. I want to maintain that open culture. Second, I want to make sure my employees are happy. This is why I like having a lean company, because I know each one of my employees personally. I want to know what makes them tick, what makes them happy, and how I can help them grow professionally. I don't micromanage, but I know exactly what everyone's doing. That's why we have alignment meetings regularly, because I want to know what people are doing without stepping on their toes too much.
Are you the only girl in the family?
I'm the only one — I have two brothers. Maybe it was because I was raised by a working mother, I was never expected to become a stay-at-home mom. I've always wanted to work. Like I said, I'm probably the only rebel in the family who took a big risk with her career through entrepreneurship. I see it as a way to set a good example, at least for my nieces, you know, and for the other extended family. I want them to know you can actually make it as a working mother as long as you know your priorities.
Do you have any advice for other girls who want to start their own businesses?
Looking back at my experiences, the fact that I didn't start my own business straight out of school was a good lesson for me. Because through my professional experiences, I've learned how to become part of an organization first, to kind of build my career up from the very bottom. So I know how it feels like, being at the lowest level first, and then how it feels like to collaborate with other people and how to have a boss. Having mentorship is also important because I know these days a lot of younger people start their own businesses straight out of school, so they lack mentors. I mean, it's not a wrong way to approach entrepreneurship. It's just that for me, I had a better learning foundation. Either way is fine, but for me, it's better to gain experiences not as an owner but as an employee, so that you know how to treat your team.
My name is Michele Soeryadjaya and I'm the Director at the William and Lily Foundation, which is a family foundation that my father started with his sister about nine years ago. I joined about two and a half years ago and at the time it felt like I just stumbled into it. Although looking back at how I got to that point now, it was actually kind of an organic process. I studied business in college and I was planning to get into finance after graduation, but towards the end I had also developed an interest in sustainability. Luckily I ended up at a private equity fund that focused on sustainable agriculture and water in Singapore, so I was able to pursue both interests. In the two years I spent there, I grew a deep interest in the agricultural space in Indonesia. I really wanted to learn more about it, specifically about working with smallholder farmers.
That's when I reached out to JAVARA and asked to volunteer with them for a few months. I ended up spending six months with them, half of which I spent in Flores. I instantly fell in love with the island, and at the same time realized that there was a great need in the region. So when my father suggested that I should join the family foundation and help grow its efforts, I jumped at the opportunity to do so and direct its focus towards eastern Indonesia. Today, the foundation's target areas are marginalized communities with an emphasis on those in that part of the country.
What's your day to day like at the foundation?
As a grant-making foundation, we do not implement or operate our own projects. It's not dissimilar to how a private equity fund operates – we find partners who can execute programs we want to run, and work with them closely to ensure we maximize effectiveness and impact. So there are two main blocks of activities, sourcing new projects and monitoring current projects. We are a lean team, so everyone is a little involved in all parts of the foundation's operations even though we do all have designated roles.
What motivates you to keep doing the work that you're doing at the foundation?
Growing up in Jakarta, you are exposed to the disparity and inequality that pervades everyday life from a very early age. I've been more than lucky and grateful to have been born into the easier end of that spectrum. And even though I've always been aware of the difference, I can't say that I've always understood or fully appreciated what that really meant. Being able to go to college abroad in a developed country like the US was what made me really start to realize the impact of that difference, the real difference of opportunity. And from early on I knew that I wanted to do something that would have an impact for more than myself after I graduated, whatever that meant, like many people my age and my generation. For me, a lot of it was also due to the timing – it was also the spring of 2009 when I started my studies in Business Administration, right after the height of the financial crisis. So while I learned about the appeals and advantages of capitalism, its risks and perils were also deeply ingrained in me. My key takeaway was a lesson in accountability and responsibility.
And I feel like if you look at all the big issues around the world today, I think all of it really boils down to inequality. And a lack of accountability. I know there are a lot of people who want to change that and who want to make an impact for those who have been dealt less opportunities in life, and so many people are doing exactly that but there are also many who want to that don't have the right support or means to do it yet. I feel like I am in a very lucky position to have both the support and means to do it because of my family, and this all is what really motivates me to keep at it.
As a new angel investor at ANGIN and someone with previous startup experience, what excites you about the startup industry?
I think there is something very optimistic and hopeful about the startup industry. I think more and more people are realizing that the status quo is not working for the majority of the population anymore. We are starting to see some of the consequences and negative implications of what we knew before as tried and proven methods of doing things, and there is a need to change some of those immediately. And I think that's what the startup industry represents for the most part, how to do things better for more people and with less harm. That's what I find most exciting.
What was one of the most interesting things that you got to see or do during your experience at JAVARA?
I spent six months at JAVARA, half of which I spent at their office here in Jakarta and the other half in Maumere, Flores. At the time they were setting up their production facility there, and I was kind of the defacto mandor (building contractor) because they didn't really have anyone else who could dedicate their time to it on the ground. So my main role was just really to be their eyes and ears on the ground, and help oversee the construction process. Everything was new to me. I was completely out of my comfort zone on all fronts and I learned so much because of it. The whole experience was really interesting for me. What was really cool was that I just got to speak and interact with all these people with completely different lives than my own. And especially because I got to meet and talk with all these different farmers, which was why I sought out the experience in the first place, and understand more about the issues they face and how they thought about different things. That has definitely been really valuable in guiding some of my decisions and thought processes throughout my time at the foundation because many of our direct beneficiaries are very much like those farmers.
What are you most excited about joining ANGIN as an angel investor?
I'm really excited to just learn and get to know all the different kinds of companies and ideas that are starting up. Like I said earlier, I think there is something really optimistic and hopeful about the space. The idea that there are people everyday working and thinking about how to do things better is really awesome to me. That may be a slightly naïve way of looking at things, but I do think that that is the most exciting part of the whole startup space. I'm particularly interested in agriculture, food and financial inclusion, and I know there are lots of innovation going on in those spaces so I'm particularly excited to learn about that.
How is the gender dynamic like in the foundation space?
My personal experience was that it was a bit tough for me coming in. The foundation was more alike to a typical, traditional corporate kind of experience here in Indonesia (or in many parts of the world for that matter): mostly or all men in decision-making roles and women in strictly supporting roles. So I was joining a team of four excluding myself, one woman in the administrative position and three men in active operational roles. Obviously being someone directly from the founding family of the organization gave me a boost and helped a lot, but it was definitely difficult in the beginning. There was this one person I particularly had a really tough time with. It was clear that he didn't take me seriously, he would always just laugh when I talked to him and was just really patronizing and dismissive towards me. And I could see his attitude towards women reflected in the projects he put together as well, he never included women in any trainings the foundation held, for example. Luckily though, that has been to date one of the hardest attitudes I've encountered, within our own foundation and other foundations we have interacted with.
So far my exposure to other family foundations have been fairly positive and many of them are quite well-balanced in terms of gender equality both in their own teams and their programs. I think because many of the younger generation, especially the younger women, have taken the lead at these foundations and they obviously tend to be more aware of the importance. I do also think that in general the development and non-profit space is more attuned to gender dynamics, because we encounter the harmful consequences of having that gender disparity on the field a lot. Especially in rural and marginalized areas.
Can you describe the gender disparity that you see in those areas?
All of our projects right now are in Sumba, and I think actually relatively speaking the gender disparity there is not as acute as it is in some other parts of the country or the world. There is definitely still a lot of room and need for improvement. For example, we still encounter many women as strong local figures in the communities we work in. But on the other hand, child brides is still very much an issue and prevalent throughout the island and women definitely still play second fiddle to men in household. For the most part I think it is still very much a patriarchal society and women and girls still suffer many abuses and injustices because of this gender disparity, but I do think that we are starting to see some change and progress. That is definitely the sense I get from talking to some people who have worked and lived there for some years.
For one of our projects that is centered around building the capacity of tour guides, almost half of the program participants are women. And that was not actually pre-designed, it was merely based on applications that were submitted and screened through. For another one of our projects though, it was an issue we encountered on the daily in the beginning. The project is focused on training and equipping new mothers and health workers who are mainly women with awareness and knowledge of the importance of proper nutrition. The intervention requires them to participate in an intensive 10-day workshop. We had difficulty getting this going in the beginning mostly due to the fact that husbands wouldn't let their wives make that kind of time commitment. Time in the workshop meant time away from household chores and working on the family farms or whatever industry the household was involved in. And this is something that you encounter a lot, where the women bear a lot of the responsibilities but have very little decision-making power. Fortunately though many of the husbands were able to be convinced and so we had many of our target beneficiaries successfully participate in the workshop in the end. So although that mindset does seem to be the status quo, we have seen that it can actually be changed.
Having been in the field, how do you see shifts in terms of gender dynamic and progressivity in Indonesia?
I think we've definitely seen some shifts already in our time working there, both after the fact and as it is happening. I don't know if it's like a cultural shift just yet. I think right now it's still really small and happening in silos, but at least we can see spots and glimmers of it. I'm optimistic because there are a lot of people that have and are currently working on this, both within and out of the island, so I think it will take some time before it becomes a whole cultural shift. But I'm hopeful that it will.
What strategies or tactics did your team specifically employ to get women to speak out?
I think it was just a lot of socialization really. So again, we aren't actually the ones doing the heavy lifting – it's all our partners grinding at it. But that's what we hear when we ask all of our partners about it. In this line of work, and in like many else I think, the key is in making the relationships and building that trust. So in that nutrition project I talked about earlier, the field coordinators spent a lot of time in the villages with the community. It took a lot of speaking to both the women and the husbands, understanding what was important to them and how to speak with them in a way that they could recognize the benefit we were trying to communicate. That's the hardest part I think, because a lot of these things seem abstract if you don't see the benefits of it first-hand. So I think it also really helps to have success stories of people that they know or can really relate to. Without the success stories it can be really challenging I think. Possible, but really difficult.
What kind of tangible shift did you feel organizationally on your own team by increasing diversity gender?
We definitely hit a point, or a few really, where I just realized that our team as it was just wasn't going to work out. It was a really hard decision for me and the first of its kind I had to make, but it had to be done for our organization to grow and move in the direction I hoped it would. So we had to let go of the person that had that fixed mentality of the roles of women and men. And earlier this year we added two more people to our team, one man and one woman. Both of them definitely have a balanced and flexible outlook on the roles of women and men. And I think it really has made a world of difference. I don't think I fully appreciated how much it would either until it happened. For starters I think we have just gotten a lot more thorough and comprehensive when thinking through and putting together projects because we are really considering all the different angles and perspectives now. So I think it has really improved our effectiveness and the impact that we are able to make as an organization. And I think in terms of team dynamics it's just gotten more positive and feels more like a safe space.
Having grown up in Indonesia and then being educated in the States, what kind of differences do you see? What are the pros and cons on both sides in terms of gender equality?
I was in an international school from fifth grade onwards, and I never really felt like gender equality was an issue there. Even if it was, it wasn't acute enough for me to feel it. I was in local school for a few years before that where I did feel it a bit. I was pretty tomboyish when I was younger, so I did feel like I did get made fun of for being a tomboy. That made me feel like there was this expectation of how a girl should behave, how she should look, what she should like, etc. But it was nothing really malicious, just kids being kids. So although it did have an impact on me, it was not that bad to be traumatic or anything. On the whole, I feel lucky that I was able to have the experience of going to an international school and then going to college in a country like the US where the gender disparity was not something you felt immediately at the surface (in recent years I have realized that it is most definitely there, but much less pervasive and apparent than in Asia generally speaking). Because I definitely felt the difference when I came back to Indonesia and started working here, and it was a kind of a rude awakening. Although I grew up here I guess I was pretty sheltered and insulated from it because of the school I went to, and I think my family is also relatively liberal when it comes to gender equality. And also of course you just realize things a lot more when you are older.
Do you feel that there are glass ceilings that are imposed upon women in Indonesia?
Definitely. I think a lot of it has to do with the fact that we are the half of humankind who can bear children obviously. But that does not mean the sole responsibility should fall on us, after all it takes both a man and a woman to create another human. I do feel lucky and grateful to be born in this generation, though, because I don't think that our grandmothers or even our mothers had the same options or freedom as we do now. Even though that disparity still exists today, it was much worse just a few decades ago. And I'm thankful to all the women and men who have worked throughout the years and are working now to change that. Though there is still work to be done, the path has definitely been paved for my generation.
What advice do you have for young women who are entering the workforce for the first time and who are facing similar hurdles?
I think what really helps in the beginning is to find allies and to figure out who are kind of lost causes if you are facing issues of gender disparity. There will be plenty of both. And I think that's also something that you have to realize, that there will be people who will forever think with that lens and will forever think that women are only born to perform a fixed role in life. And I don't think that that is limited to older people, I know plenty of young people who still think that way. But I also think it's important to not take it personally. Because there is a reason why there are people who think that way, that is just how they grew up and how they were raised. It is a systemic issue, which is hundreds of years in the making so it's not just going to go away like that. But I think it's really important to stick to the people who realize it is an issue and who stand against it. I feel kind of dramatic talking about it but it really can feel like an overwhelming fight if you experience it. So my advice would be to find your allies, stick to them and don't let the haters get you down. And just focus on the job at hand and kill it. It still happens but it gets harder and harder to deny performance. So just stick to your guns and do the best you can.


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Julie Asher - Catholic News ServiceJune 21, 2022
U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland is seen at the Department of Justice in Washington June 13, 2022. (CNS photo/Evelyn Hockstein, Reuters)
WASHINGTON (CNS) -- The Biden administration's "relative silence" over a growing number of attacks on churches, pregnancy resource centers and pro-life organizations over the abortion issue "endangers Americans even more," said a coalition of pro-life and faith leaders.
In a letter released June 16, the leaders called on the U.S. Department of Justice to publicly condemn the attacks, "commit to vigorous efforts to prevent them, and to investigate and prosecute them."
The letter to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland and Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke was signed by about 30 leaders "representing millions of Americans."
The pro-life leaders acknowledged the FBI was "assisting at least one affected religious organization on this matter" and they said they were aware "through media reports" the agency was "at least investigating the firebombing" of a pro-life center in Madison, Wisconsin.
"This continued assault on religious and pro-life groups because of their beliefs is a manifest injustice that requires prompt, comprehensive and public response."
"However, the severity of the situation calls for your leadership," they wrote Garland and Clarke. "This continued assault on religious and pro-life groups because of their beliefs is a manifest injustice that requires prompt, comprehensive and public response."
They urged the Justice Department "to proactively engage with the affected faith communities to ensure their concerns and security needs are being met," and they requested a meeting with Garland's office as well as the department's Civil Rights Division "to discuss what plans are in the likelihood these attacks will intensify."
A day before the pro-life coalition released its letter, more than 100 House Republicans sent a similar letter to Garland, calling on the Justice Department to investigate these incidents "as acts of domestic terrorism."
In a response to the lawmakers' letter, the FBI issued a statement to news outlets June 16 saying the agency is investigating "a series of attacks and threats targeting pregnancy resource centers and faith-based organizations across the country."
"The FBI takes all threats seriously and we continue to work closely with our law enforcement partners and will remain vigilant to protect our communities," a spokesperson for the FBI's national press office told the Washington Examiner.
The coalition of pro-life leaders who wrote to Garland and Clarke was organized by CatholicVote, a political advocacy group.
Among the letter's signatories were Greg Schleppenbach, associate director of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' Secretariat for Pro-Life Activities; Jeanne Mancini, president of the March for Life Education and Defense Fund; Kristan Hawkins, president of Students for Life Action; and Marjorie Dannenfelser, president of Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America.
Citing a tally by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' Committee for Religious Liberty, their letter noted that from May 2020 to October 2021, there were at least 100 incidents of arson, vandalism and other destruction at Catholic sites across the United States.
"In December of last year, the Department of Justice was asked how it was investigating the repeated attacks on churches in the United States," the letter said. "The attorney general was also asked to investigate those complaints and take appropriate action as is your duty. Since that request there has been public silence."
The letter noted that from May 2020 to October 2021, there were at least 100 incidents of arson, vandalism and other destruction at Catholic sites across the United States.
The pace of attacks has been stepped up to include pro-life centers as targets, it noted, since the May 2 publication of a leaked draft version of Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's opinion in the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Services case.
The draft suggested the Supreme Court could overturn Roe v. Wade, the court's 1973 decision which legalized abortion nationwide, in its ruling in the Dobbs case concerning a Mississippi ban on most abortions after six weeks.
The final ruling has not yet been handed down, but one group in particular has declared "open season" on pro-life pregnancy centers: Jane's Revenge, described as a "radical pro-abortion" organization.
On June 13, the chairmen of the U.S. bishops' religious liberty and pro-life committees pleaded for an end to attacks on pro-life centers and churches.
In their June 16 letter, the coalition of pro-life leaders highlighted some of these recent attacks.
Like the Wisconsin pro-life center, a Keizer, Oregon, pro-life center has been firebombed "as well as a pregnancy care center in Buffalo, New York," they said. "Seventeen churches or pro-life organizations have been vandalized with pro-abortion or anti-religious slogans."
"Among those, a tiny Black Baptist church in rural Mississippi was spray-painted with depictions of rape, and four churches in Olympia, Washington, were vandalized on the same day with phrases like 'abort the church,'" it continued. "A recurring slogan has been: 'If abortions aren't safe, then neither are you.'"
"Religious liberty is a foundational principle of enduring importance in America, enshrined in our Constitution and other sources of federal law," the letter continued. "It is a precondition of a flourishing civil society where citizens of shared beliefs or convictions freely come together to meet their communities' needs, as through the efforts of pregnancy help centers to support expecting moms.
"And it has no more basic embodiment than the right to worship free from fear."
"Religious liberty is a foundational principle of enduring importance in America, and it has no more basic embodiment than the right to worship free from fear."
It added: "One extremist group is advocating for violence in response to the final Supreme Court decision on Dobbs, while another group has published home addresses, and encouraged people to show up at Supreme Court justices' homes, churches and their children's schools in an attempt to coerce the justices and influence their final decision."
The pro-life coalition's letter also noted the death threat against Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh.
On June 8, Maryland police arrested Nicholas John Roske, a 26-year-old from California, near the justice's Maryland home in Chevy Chase, Maryland. He was carrying a gun, a knife and zip ties. Roske called 911 to turn himself in and told police he planned to break into Kavanaugh's house and kill him and then planned to kill himself.
On June 15 a federal grand jury indicted him on was charged in a single count of attempted murder a justice of the United States.
A day earlier the House gave final approval to legislation allowing around-the-clock security protection for families of Supreme Court justices.
The measure was passed unanimously by the Senate in May but was held up by House Democrats who wanted the measure to also include protection for court employees' families.
On May 9, then-White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki tweeted that President Joe Biden "strongly believes in the constitutional right to protest. But that should never include violence, threats, or vandalism. Judges perform an incredibly important function in our society, and they must be able to do their jobs without concern for their personal safety."
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Julie Asher - Catholic News Service


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Volunteers are always needed to serve on the Nature Camp Foundation Board. Support the Foundation's continuing legacy with the gift of your time and skills.
The Foundation has equal need of folks to serve on the Communications Committee, Development Committee, Board Development Committee, and Volunteer Committee.
Service weekends are among the most enjoyable, hands-on ways of giving back to Nature Camp. They are scheduled twice a year, on the third weekend of May and the third weekend of September. All volunteers are welcome regardless of age, skill, or length of stay. There are no fees for attending, food is provided, and the evenings are marked with music and songs accompanied by the banjos, guitars, and fiddles brought by attendees the weekend.
Between 50 and 70 enthusiasts usually show up each weekend. Most spend both nights, camping or sleeping in the bunkhouses; some come just for a day as their schedules allow. Teams are organized for various work projects, ranging from simple to complex, from light to heavy, including those suitable for amateurs and others requiring special skills. This could mean repairing screens and shutter hinges, pulling weeds and picking up roadside trash, and cleaning out drainage ditches. Or it could mean reshingling building roofs, installing new flooring and joists, making carpentry repairs and upgrading plumbing and electrical fixtures.
The projects vary with each weekend as needs are identified. The labor costs saved are very significant, amounting to many tens of thousands of dollars over the years. The camaraderie developed is incalculable.
Each time you attend a Service Weekend, you must sign a release and waiver form. These waivers are considered a best practice and many service organizations use them. We believe it prudent for us to have these waivers in hand. We know you all love Camp and wouldn't want anything to happen to it, so we are taking steps to ensure Camp is protected. The language is similar to that used in many waiver forms of Habitat for Humanity organizations. In addition, we will ask parents of minor children who send their kids to service events at Camp with non-custodial adults to sign the Minor release form and send it with their child(ren).
Hike days organized by the NCF take place periodically at Nature Camp. A day of hiking in the area around the camp is capped off with a family-style dinner in the Lillian Schilling building. These fund raising hikes are $20 per person over 10 years of age, or $50 maximum for a family. Those aged 10 and under are free with a parent.
Hike days traditionally take place once a year in October – check back here for specific information on this year's Hike day when it becomes available.
Hike days begin at 10:00 a.m. and run through the evening, RAIN OR SHINE. If the weather is really unfriendly, call to be sure we're still going hiking: 540.377.2491.
Speaking up for Nature Camp and the NCF is easy with brochures for the Nature Camp Foundation (PDF) and Nature Camp (PDF).
If we have your contact information, you may be contacted about other opportunities to promote Nature Camp as they arise, such as at local Earth Day events in your area. Use the Update your Profile" link in the header or go here to make sure we have your current information.
Information and registration for Adult Session at Nature Camp.
In addition to Adult Session campers who want to come just to experience the fun, fellowship, and learning, we welcome proposals from Camp alumni and friends who would like to teach during Adult Session. Anyone with a great idea for a class can contact Flip Coulling.
Nature Camp welcomes suggestions for evening program speakers and volunteers to present programs during our summer sessions, especially on topics of natural history, life and physical sciences, sustainability and other environmental issues, and eco-travel. We are also always on the lookout for instrumentalists and singers to provide programs of traditional, acoustic string-band music. Nature Camp has modest funds to offer stipends to speakers, but we are happy to cover travel expenses, to feed guests dinner beforehand, and to provide overnight accommodations if necessary. Please direct any suggestions or inquiries to Director of Education Nina Anderson at gfgirl10@hotmail.com.
Please note that ALL donations to the history project MUST be accompanied by a Nature Camp History Project Donation Form. Donations that are not accompanied by a form cannot be included in the Nature Camp History Collection.
What kinds of things can I donate to the Nature Camp History Project?
We need items that will help us document the history of Nature Camp from its inception in 1942 to the present. We're interested in correspondence of all kinds, photographs, newspaper clippings, scrapbooks (especially those that are labeled and dated), old reports from classes at Camp, video recordings, audio recordings—anything that helps people understand Nature Camp and its culture and mission.
Why do I need to fill out a donation form?
First, your signature on this form ensures that we have the legal right to submit all donated items to our Nature Camp History Collection, which is housed in University of Virginia's Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections. Second, having some background on the donated items helps us organize and cross-reference items appropriately, making them easier for interested folks to find.
If I have ten items to donate, how many forms do I need to fill out?
Please complete one for each individual item or set of items. For example, if you're donating a sleeve of photographs from your second session major class and a newspaper clipping please fill out one sheet for the set of photos and a separate one for the newspaper clipping.
What will happen to items that I donate? Will I be able to get my donations back in the future?
Donated items will become the legal property of the Nature Camp History Collection in the Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections at the University of Virginia. Donations will not be returned.
Why are these items being placed in the Small Special Collections at the University of Virginia?
UVA has the staffing to make the collection widely available, and they also have the kind of climate-controlled environment that will ensure the safety and preservation of the donated items. We don't have that kind of facility at Camp.
Can I see/access what I have donated after it has been placed in the Nature Camp History Collection?
Yes. Anyone who wants to visit the collection will be able to do so during the operating hours of the Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections at UVA. We hope that, in the future, these items will also be made available in digital form.
What if I have a question that isn't answered on this list?
Contact either Katie Hoffman (katie@appalworks.com) or Nancy Lowry (alowry@mindspring.com or by phone at 434-296-4695).


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Q: Java X Y coordinates Hi I have been working on a Monopoly project for a couple of days now in order to improve my coding in Java.
Most of the board was done using the paint method and I had a hard time calculating where to position each square.I know it's not probably a good ideea to create a board this way I have been told by a friend but this is my first  big project in Java and as a programmer and I wana see what comes out of been from my own ideeas.
My next order of busines would be to set the positions of each piece while the players travers it and I am in  need of x y coordinates again.I should also mention I am using the SWING library for the GUI.
What I want to know if there is a way to get the xy cordinates of the interface while moving

A: Here's an example with two different types of coordinates you might mean:
JPanel panel = new JPanel();

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 * Get X coordinate of panel's origin relative to the parent's
 * upper left corner measured in pixels.
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panel.getX();

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panel.addMouseListener(new MouseAdapter() {
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The bill will guide operation of the Federal Aviation Administration for four years and gives the agency until September 2015 to open up more airspace to the remotely controlled vehicles.
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Lawmakers around the country, including U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) see continued growth in military and civilian drone use, and want to lock in aerospace dollars -- and jobs -- for their constituents.
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