The suffering of the chronic pain patient can be mostly silent, somewhat invisible. People will sometimes ask "where are the bruises, the medical machines or the marks on your body"? Let me explain about the "hidden bruises", the "quiet bleeding inside" and the sporadic silence. The "silent screams" are more often quiet because we are seen as complaining if we are too vocal. When we don't say anything or we look "fine"; then we must be Okay because we appear to be fine on the outside and we are not complaining. We may verbalize that we are tired and then they say "Oh yes, I'm tired too! I know what you mean. It's normal to be tired at our ages. You just have to work through it!" They don't realize that we have to "ration our spoons" throughout the day (see the "spoon theory" by Christine Miserandino, at www.butyoudontlooksick.com). There's no sense trying to explain it to them because it is not a battle of words that we have the energy to argue about. Most people who do not live with and deal with daily chronic pain, just cannot understand or fathom the idea that just taking a shower and getting ready for our day, can use up so many of our "spoons" or so much of our energy.
We may agree to attend an event or a family outing if at all possible. We don't intend to break a "promise" but when we go against our own best judgement; we may then suffer. Sometimes we go, but cannot stay very long; they say we are "phony". We try to hide how we are feeling, but sometimes even with our greatest strength, we have to submit to the pain and fatigue. We need to listen to what our bodies are telling us. That's when we start losing friends and family members. We start getting invited to social events less often. Though we really wish to be invited and truly want to go, if we possibly can.
Next, we have the other chronic pain patients who have knowledge of the "Spoon Theory" and some of the similar feelings that we all experience daily. Then for one reason or another, maybe because we are not all at the "same place at the same time"; we may be judged again by our peers. It hurts, because we all experience the chronic pain and fatigue, but we may each handle it differently. I try not to judge anyone for doing what they need to do to take care of themselves. When you only "know" someone through social media, you don't really know them or their daily struggles. You only know what they choose to share. It hurts when someone judges me for appearing to be active on social media. It's true that I am an Ambassador for the U.S. Pain foundation, I'm a freelance writer, a blogger, a mentor, a patient leader for WEGO health and I am a health advocate. But I don't have to do anything on any day or days, if I don't choose to. I may be in my recliner for 20 out of 24 hours some days. But that doesn't mean that I cannot encourage, counsel, connect or give TLC to others.
If I do an event, then I am literally "down" for several days afterwards. It is worth it to me, just to stay as positive, helpful and useful as I possibly can be. I also don't admonish others who are not in the same place as me. I remember times when I didn't feel as happy inside and I still have periods like that. The ups and downs are pretty normal within the lives of chronic pain patients. Sometimes when in horrible pain physically and/or mentally; people generally think that others should be able to see or feel things the same way as they do.
Now, I have a different strategy for dealing with the pain. I utilize every possible venue to express my own pain and my reaction to the changes that it has made in my life and our lives. I am not always positive, nor am I constantly happy and upbeat. But I do try to be positive as often as possible on Social media. Sometimes people's lives depend on it. Naturally, we all have our darker times; but I try to rarely share those publicly. I'm not saying that I'm right or this is right for everyone. I'm just sharing how I deal with my own personal pain.
I felt the need or the urge to write about this because I received a private note from someone. It really hurt at first and I was crying. I participated and usually do participate in the various online events and "photo challenges". It may be for U.S Pain foundation, for WEGO health or for RSDSA etc. It's just therapeutic for me and I enjoy being a part of these online events. If I can cheer up one person then it is worth it for me. If I can show one person, a light at the end of the tunnel, then I have given them hope. Someone sent me this private message and it said; "Not to start anything but….why do you devote so much time and trouble to your blog, your websites, groups and writings? Why don't you just deal with the pain, like the rest of us? YOUR "Happy challenge" was yours not mine…. I guess we don't see it the same way. I just try to get thru the day w/the least amount of pain possible and thank God when I awaken the next day. No drugs, no docs, just PT and pain shrink….". Like I said, at first I cried and I was hurt by these words. For a few moments, I felt like it was and has been all for nothing. But it's not for nothing. We are not all in the same place at the same time. There are stages of chronic pain, just as there are stages of grief; they are pretty similar. But one thing for sure, I don't put others down for taking or not taking medications or if they choose to use an SCS or a pain pump (for which I'm not a candidate, due to an Immune deficiency disease). I feel strongly about doing whatever is necessary to achieve the best quality of life that I can possibly have. I don't choose to go to as many Dr's as I once did. I try to just visit the specialists that my life depends on. I don't just "wait for the next day to arrive". Though I do thank God every day, for giving me life. I also don't do PT after 9 years of doing it and I don't go to a "pain shrink". But that is my choice. I do take a normal dose of Opioid pain medication, of which my life "depends on" now. I'm not "addicted", but "dependent" on this medication. But guess what? I was able to attend my youngest granddaughters' first birthday party because of this. I GOT the pleasure of attending a U.S. pain conference this past weekend. I got to do it and got through it, because I am able to take a pill that helps me get through these events. Yes, of course I suffer still, for a few days afterwards, but I have the memories and so do the "little ones" and the other people who I got to spend time with. I also got to experience other persons like myself, who want to make a difference and try to help in the world of chronic pain. It's not for everybody and that's OK. We are all different, it's supposed to be that way. I don't particularly enjoy things like gardening or cooking. Some people couldn't imagine life without those things. I am me and that is OK. I cannot please everyone and it's alright. I'm not crying any longer about the message. Instead I feel badly for the person who wrote it. They are in a darker or more sad place than me. I will be there for them if or when they are ready.
It's a difficult kind of life to explain when you look fine on the outside, your photos look like everything is "normal" on the outside; but my body burns and aches even through the smiles. I'm just like some of the other chronic pain patients, but I choose to outlet my pain in different ways. Nobody says that my way is the right way, but it's the right way for me to express my pain and try to help others in the process.
I've been receiving your articles lately and I have to tell you how much you are appreciated.
I am not sure but I think that I had mis read an article quite a few months ago.
Hard to say… I've been spinning since this all started and had felt very alone in my defense.
Your advocacy, the advocacy of many others I have discovered has literally, at times, been all I have had in the way of hope.
Hope that I will not be forced to simply exsist in misery for lord knows how many years.
Hope that the choices so many are left with are not so bleak and permanent.
Thank you, I am certain you and many others have spread hope and even saved lives.
I will like to share my story of 15 years in pain because a doctor malpractice. The way I felt were doctor tried me as I was a adict. when my friend complain about me do not want to go to dance or walk. You feel alone with your pain and the physcal pain is not the only pain you have you have the worst pain and this is the pain in your heart. I had going so many doctors, surgeries ect.. All because the doctor let me a gauze inside my body. I do not tell anyone anymore anything about my cronic pain because I feel ashame when I shoul not feel that way but I do not want to waist me time talking with people that would not understant and I am talking about doctors too.
Thank you Suzanne! Your blog reminded me/us; we're not alone! I just found out my "life-saving" medication is being pulled off the market. I'm recovering from a serious orthopedic procedure & scheduled for another very soon. Ive had multiple surgeries due to a near fatal accident years ago. My pelvis was shattered (nearly 30 broken bones & fractures-a deformity) & due to medical advances, I found out that a prior surgery actually did irreparable damage…as if the initial trauma wasn't enough. My ortho turned over pain control to my cp specialist b/c some patients were dropped from PM due to medication treatment post surgery. I've been asked over the years to write my legislators/senators & encouraged to start advocacy in my state & have done what i can.
#1 hypothetical: How do we know if pain medication were inaccessible in the lives of some of these trajic over-dose deaths; they would not have eventually turned to an addictive *illegal* substance or alcohol–etc??? Aren't we throwing the baby out with the bath water?
I know all too well there are underlying agendas, skewed stats, & yes: a very real problem w/substance abuse, but I'm scared to death of what my life will become if I'm bedridden for the remainder of my life…after successful life-saving pain management. I was able to accomplish so much, but the road has been bumpy, having lost great doctors & run off from a pharmacy etc etc…& now loosing my medication….we all know the stories.
JUST IMAGINE: Telling a diabetic "good luck" we're no longer manufacturing these medications or sorry but the oxygen machine your using is getting to costly to produce. The bureaucrats just don't get it & we don't have the "push," funding, or compassion that most causes have; therefore I loose hope…& that just ain't me. Don't know who "me" will be any longer & that is frightening. Thanks again-God help us all!
Thank you! Sincerely and wholly!
Suzanne, maybe that person who wrote you the note should just stay off social media pain sites if they are so bothered by your postings or anyone elses. We are mostly in the same boat and attacking a fellow pain warrior in my eyes is just wrong. I may not always agree about what is written, the studies posted etc. but would never lash out at the person who put the article out.
On another pain site, some of the posters were downright hateful to an author who had written an article they didn't agree with. No you can't please everyone but those responding to those writing articles or sharing info need to be more respectful and kind. I always look forward to reading your articles and though I don't know you personally, you seem like a kind, carin individual, someone who I definitely would want as a friend in life.
So though you received that note, know that there are many many on this site who appreciate you and your pain advocatey efforts!
your words are wonderful. In every way to me . I'm so grateful to read and know all about what I thought I was going through alone. I wish no one to have to suffer through the pain those of us with chronic pain do. You do a great job , keep up the great work.
Thank you, Suzanne for this letter. I know it is helpful to so many of us. Thank you.
Suzanne – great article, very well articulated and I think most all of us can relate.
Years ago prior to my current condition while working as a Golf Teaching Pro I was constantly asked " How's your back " ? I got tired of telling people how crappy I felt – I wondered even if some even cared. After a while I answered everyone with – " I feel great " ! After a short time most folks stopped asking & that was ok with me. Those that did care would still ask & offer advise or an anecdotal story.
That was nearly 20 years ago and now I'm much worse but the odd thing is – very few people ask how I feel. My guess is, with little or no social life I don't see many people that would ask.
The worst thing for us to do is " suffer silently ", we need to be heard or we will be forgotten.
Suzanne, my wife was diagnosed with fibromyalgea and limes disease, ten years ago.. The two are almost indistinguishable. She struggles with full body pain, everyday. She stopped driving over 8 years ago. I myself suffer daily pain, and have for over 20 years.
My wife could not function in almost any capacity, and after a valiant attempt to "beat" the pain, she had to go on disability. I am the only one left to provide., drive, run the errands, and attend my 80 year old Mothers needs who is all but, bedridden. I attend her daily, but she needs help securing, her medications, food, and "run" errands for different needs. She has some trouble managing "around the house" also. I am responsible to my spouse and, my Mother to drive them to their doctor appointments. Both rarely, "leave home" for any other purpose.
As a two time back surgery patient, my pain is also,not visible with the exception of a 7″ scar, but the "scar" has healed. The continuous pain comes from within. Two surgical plates and four surgical screws that were supposed to improve my life, lessen the pain. I was driven to medication from unseen pain, and have used medication, responsibly, prescribed from my "pain specialist" for over 20 years.
Unable to work at the present, I am probably more motivated to stay employed as I have owned a small business for over 35 years. I have used medication, sufficient medication, successfully, beneficially, documented, for over 18 or 19 years. "Shook" down at very appointment, medication has help me to be self reliant, self sufficient, without "incident" for a long time. I find it great for the pain patient, and I do not like saying "chronic" pain as it is indicative of the "problem" is the patient themselves, for the pain patient to remain active without medication. I wish I could. The good Lord knows, i, we have tried, for several months now.
There are different "levels" of pain. Hidden but, daily, nightly, continuous pain. I wish there was a "cure" for all people actually suffering with pain. The pain patient, regardless of level of pain, must abide by a "set" amount of medication prescribed even if the patient has documented, beneficial use of medication, for decades. The CDC "mis-guided-line", IS an intrusion upon ones sovereignty, self reliance, self sufficiency, and the ability to "provide" for yourself and loved ones.
God bless all struggling with unseen, hidden on purpose, continuous pain.I hope there is an answer for the millions of people that have been subjected to worsened pain and suffering.I hope every LAST person with continuous pain, finds a resolve because, that is what dot/gov, intends for us to do.
Thank you for sharing and I totally understand what you are saying. I try to live close to what you are doing, except I can't put words together as well as you can so I could get out correctly what I need or want to say because of this I have had the negative responses from others and it hurts, because of this I do not write anything anymore just read. I have read things that you have written and love your postive attitude you have helped me by this! Keep up the great work! Loves and hugs for you.
Your words express exactly how life is for we sufferers of chronic pain. I hear the same thing all the time, "you don't look sick", but chronic pain does rule my entire life. And I , like you, depend on my opiate medicine…it is the ONLY thing that allows me to DO anything…however, there is now a war against us on that front as well. NO ONE who has never suffered chronic, unrelenting pain can have any idea of how we are forced to live. Thank you for this awesome, insightful article. God bless.
Each time you have a new article on this site, I go get my cup of coffee and eagerly sit down to read all you have to say because it inspires me to take tiny steps that let me live and not just exist. The feeling of being worthless is a horrendous pain within itself and can cripple if you aren't on your guard. Your contributions help me to live!
So, ignore the comments of one person and feel the appreciation from the rest of us. You are a beautiful, sweet lady and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you do on behalf of the pain community.
God Bless You, Suzanne, keep doing what you are doing and don't let anyone stop you!
I am so sorry that pain patients recieve so many judgements. I have tried to commit suicide and have tried every treatment possible and at the end of the day I take opiods to have basic functionin such as showering, making a meal, and walking my dog. I look fine but I feel like an ill 80 year old woman. I fight everyday to explain myself and why I don't work, go out, and can't make many important events. Being ill is exhausting but people like you who choose to make the best of a tragic situation should be applauded. I need all the encouragement I can get and ideas on how I can handle the unrelenting agony I feel 24/7. I was a teacher and therapist for many years before I became ill and still grieve at the loss of my old life. I think you have great courage and you are mature enough to see that people grieve in steps that are not necessarily in order. Please continue to share and take the risk to educate others who experience Intractable Pain and those who don't and can't relate to that kind of ongoing suffering that is all to real but poorly understood even in the medical community. Take care of yourself and realize there are people like me who appreciate your sharing.
Sometimes chronic pain patients who are coping poorly lash out at others. It's part of the reason that I limit my participation in communities.
I used to share research and illness information and I worked hard to find good sources of information — medical journal summaries, National Institute of Health information. I was careful in what I shared because there are people who want to take advantage of people who are suffering with chronic pain. Lots of fake cures and false hope for people with fibromyalgia — so I vetted everything and took the time to read and try to understand it.
I was told that I "share too much research." Nevermind that the forum easily allowed people to skip what they don't want to read, and that my username was clearly marked as who started the threads.
I chose to leave, because the stress was affecting my own health. The in-fighting was frequent and very nasty — down to people trying to locate each other's personal details/contact information. Nothing was sacred. Maybe we had a troll or two who were purposely stirring the pot. I suspect that was true.
You give so much… It's amazing what you've done for the pain community. I suspect that people imagine that you have so much energy. You look vibrant in your pictures. Unfortunately, even people with chronic pain forget how frustrating it is for people to say "But You Don't Look Sick." They have no idea of what personal costs you put into your efforts. It's personally rewarding, I know, to help others.
Negative emotions like envy, resentment, sadness, frustration… seem to be intensified with chronic pain. Mental clarity misleads us to forget that we have good days and bad days and so, maybe the other person does as well. We think about how we feel at that moment.
I've noticed that when I'm more emotional, I have to stop and ask myself if it's because I'm in pain and if so, what do I need to do about it?
It has nothing to do with who is sicker or how we cope. It's just that momentary cry of "I hurt! I'm suffering! I feel helpless!" that turned into hurtful behavior.
Another great article, Suzanne! So very true and is also how I feel. I am so upset as my worker's comp claims adjuster just decided to not approve my pain meds that I have been on since 2008! This may be the end for me. To live with my arachnoditis without pain meds? Why God? I need help. Why do they make us suffer. No one can see or feel our pain. I feel crushed…..Inhumane treatment to just cold turkey cut me off. They will kill me! What can I do????
Suzanne; please don't listen to that negative person. I felt in my heart all of the ideas and topics you covered in this one blog. I know people 'doubt' my pain. I know I can 'fake it' pretty well when I'm in front of others. They don't see me inside my home, moaning from pain, or crying because I can't bend down to pick up something on the floor. Even some 'famous' doctors in NYC didn't quite get my pain. I feel like they don't understand either. Please keep on doing what you are doing. We all try to deal with pain differently. To that one negative comment…yesterday I put on the radio very loud and sang along with the music to distract from my pain. I may have looked and sounded 'happy.' But, it was purely distraction about my pain. So 'dealing with' pain may look 'false' to others looking in. It's just the way it is. Yes, I don't get invited to many social outings any more, because I can't commit. I don't know how much pain I will be in from day to day, minute to minute.
Suzanne; keep on doing what you are doing. I appreciate your efforts. And, it makes me happy to think it helps your pain, too.
Thanks for the great article. You always inspire me.


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Premiers Of Niue Through History
Since receiving self-governing status in 1974, Niue has had these Premiers serve as its Heads of State.
Toke Talagi is the current premier of Niue Island.
Niue is an island country in the Southern Part of the Pacific Ocean. The island is bordered by New Zealand, Tonga, Samoa, and Cook Island and has a total land area of 260 square kilometers with a population of about 1190 people, though in the 1960s there were about 5000 people in the island. Niue has close association with New Zealand which maintains diplomatic relations with the country. The citizens of the Niue are also considered citizens of New Zealand, and the Queen of New Zealand is also the head of its state. The Cabinet ministers of Niue that is comprised of the premier and three other ministers govern and exercise sovereignty over the island. The cabinet form part of the country's Legislative Assembly which is comprised of 20 elected members 6 of whom are elected directly by the electorate and 14 elected by the electors of each village constituency. The Niue has the responsibility of electing a premier among other duties. Some of the premiers of Niue through history include;
Sir Robert Rex
Sir Robert Rex was the first elected premier of Niue. He was born in 1909 and become the premier on October 19, 1974, when the Island was established as the self-governing territory until his death on December 12, 1992. Rex was not interested in politics though he was supported by the Niue People's Action Party. He held different ministerial portfolios during his tenure as the premier. Due to his valuable service to the people, Rex was made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire in 1973. He was also appointed Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George in 1977 and Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1984.
Mititaiagimene Young Vivian
Young Vivian has been Niue premier for two terms. He was first the successor of Sir Robert Rex upon his death in December 1992 until the elections of the following year. During May 2002, he won the election through Niue People's Action Party becoming the premier of the Island. He got re-elected to parliament unopposed in the 2005 and 2008 elections but lost the premier position in 2008 to fellow MP Toke Talagi. He also served as the general secretary of the Pacific Community. Like Sir Robert Rex, Young Vivian held almost all ministerial positions in Niue especially under the leadership of Rex.
Frank Lui
Frank Lui was elected to Niue National Assembly in 1993 as an independent candidate and took over the position of the premier from the interim Premier, Young Vivian. He was again re-elected as premier in 1996 but lost his seat to Sani Lakatani, a member of Niue People's Action Party in the 1999 elections after which he announced his retirement. In honor of the queen's birthday in 1999, he was appointed a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit. He was not affiliated with any party throughout his life as a politician.
The current premier of Niue Island, Toke Talagi, was elected on June 19, 2008, defeating Young Vivian who was serving for the second time as premier. Toke Talagi led the Island to become the founding member of Polynesian Leaders Group. He has also served as the deputy prime minister and in different ministerial positions. He is also the president of the Island's rugby union.
Who Was the First Premier of Niue?
The first premier of Niue was Sir Robert Rex, who served between 1974 to 1992.
Premiers of Niue
Term(s) in Office
1 Sir Robert Rex October 19th, 1974 to December 12th, 1992
2 Mititaiagimene Young Vivian
December 12th, 1992 to March 9th, 1993; May 1st, 2002 to June 19th, 2008
3 Frank Lui March 9th, 1993 to March 26th, 1999
4 Sani Lakatani March 26th, 1999 to May 1st, 2002
5 Toke Talagi June 19th, 2008 to Present
This page was last updated on March 25, 2019.
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MPP Global, the leading provider of Payment Services and eCommerce Solutions to the media and entertainment Industries are to integrate their eCommerce payment services into various IPTV platforms but with focus on the YouView platform to process payment transactions for on-demand services between consumers and content providers utilising the platform.
IPTV platforms such as YouView enable internet services to be delivered to television sets. Consumers are able to browse the internet, watch video-on-demand and catch-up TV and interact with smart-phone type 'apps' all from their TV.
MPP Globalare well placed to integrate with the YouView platform, with a client list including BSkyB, for whom they provide the full online payment and packaging platform to monetise their complete library of digital content. With over 11 years of experience in the field of eCommerce payment solutions, MPP Global has a wealth of expertise in the monetisation of digital content and the effective processing of payment transactions and content entitlement. MPP Global has also recently been recognised as the Best eCommerce Tech Company at a leading Industry Awards ceremony.
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As part of the government Special Needs Plan, teachers are now required to build their capacity to teach learners with disability.
You have previously undertaken Special Needs PD to renew your registration. You are encouraged to continue that development. Information about special needs and suggestions for PD is available below.
If you hold returning from non-practising registration, the special needs requirement will be a requirement as part of your 20 hours of Professional Development at the end of your returning period.
Who are learners with special needs?
The Disability Discrimination Act 1992 provides a definition of learners with a disability.
The definition of disability includes those learners with disability who are supported by general resources available within the school or service, as well as learners who are receiving targeted specialist education services and supports.
The impact of the learner's disability should result in the school or service actively addressing the learner's specific individual education needs arising from their disability. This should be done within quality differentiated teaching practice and / or by monitoring the learner, or providing a 'supplementary' / higher level of support.
What type of PD can I do?
When you select PD activities that relate to learners with disability, you should consider your teaching context, your learners' characteristics and needs, and your own level of learning; a 'one size fits all' approach cannot be taken, and activities will differ from teacher to teacher and from workplace to workplace.
The best learning will involve activities that can be developed and integrated into teaching practice over time. Learning is most effective when it is shared with colleagues and results in greater levels of practical application of new knowledge.
You must be able to identify the new learning you have gained, and have evidence of attendance or engagement.
Where can I find PD options?
You should assess the PD to determine what will meet your professional learning needs in relation to learners with a disability.
PD activities designed for teachers are provided by the Victorian government. Many of these are freely available.
Seven free interactive, scenario-based eLearning modules about the Disability Standards for Education, catering for different school stages. Each module takes about 2 hours to complete and are accessed via a registration key. The website has information about getting a registration key - teachers can access the registration key by contacting the Victorian Department of Education and Training.
Free website resources providing practical guidance for individuals, families and communities about Disability Standards for Education. This is a general resource about the rights of learners with disability and how schools can work with learners and their families to support them.
A range of professional learning activities catering to all Victorian education professionals supporting deaf and hard of hearing children and young people aged 0-18 years, across a range of educational settings.
Free online professional learning portal on using the ABLES assessment tools to personalise learning for students who have a disability.
Free blended professional learning aimed at building capacity to implement inclusive practice by enhancing participant's knowledge and understanding of evidence based teaching strategies and adjustments to support students with diverse learning needs.
Each course is focused around a specific disability with the learning undertaken through an interactive and practical blended experience. The Inclusive Classrooms courses have been specifically designed for Victorian government school staff , with content sourced from state and national peak bodies . The learning is further enhanced through facilitator – led sessions which can be undertaken either face to face or via virtual conferencing.
The Positive Partnerships initiative, delivered by Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect), is funded by the Australian Government Department of Education and Training through the Helping Children with Autism Package.
Parents and school staff participate in joint sessions during a one-day workshop to focus on shared discussion, planning and working together.
Participation in the program is negotiated through your education sector. Contact professionallearning@autismspectrum.org.au for more information.
This program incorporates formation of a school team, identification of school priorities through completion of a whole school survey and supporting participants to embed learning in their school context.
Participation in the program is negotiated through your education sector. Please contact professionallearning@autismspectrum.org.au for more information.
Visit www.autismtraining.com.au to register your details and complete the modules.
You'll find other useful resources at www.positivepartnerships.com.au.
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Interactive, scenario-based eLearning modules about the Disability Standards for Education including an early childhood module. They are free for early childhood teachers working in a funded kindergarten and each module takes about 2 hours to complete. The website has information about getting a registration key – ECTs and CRT ECTs can access the registration key by contacting the appropriate Victorian authority.
Provides professional development programs in partnership with the Department focused on improving the quality of early childhood intervention.
All activities listed address standard descriptor 1.6 about teaching learners with special needs. VIT doesn't endorse any PD activities or providers. Teachers are encouraged to make their own decision about which activities to undertake based upon provider information and their particular learning needs. Alternatively, teachers may wish to engage in activities that they source independently.
Providers who will to come to your venue and deliver Special Needs PD to a group of registered teachers are listed below.
While we don't endorse any PD providers or the activities they offer, the list gives schools and services an opportunity to tailor Special Needs PD to their own context and priorities. Alternatively, schools and services may wish to engage in activities that they source independently or undertake in-house.
The Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (APST) describe the knowledge and practice of teachers. This should be your starting point to identify what PD will work for your circumstances.
This guide identifies seven principles of effective professional learning that relate to quality PD.
When assessing PD on offer, use these principles to evaluate the quality of the PD.
Who are the learners I teach with disabilities?
What is their level of learning in relation to the expected educational outcomes?
How can I include them in learning more effectively?
How can I meet their individual and collective learning needs?
What is their most important learning need?
How do I substantiate improvement in learning?
The PD is relevant to my learning needs?
What do I know about teaching these learners?
What do I need to learn to meet their learning needs?
How does the PD allow me to build on my current experiences and knowledge to achieve improved outcomes for the children and young adults with disabilities I teach?
Can I implement the learning from the PD in my education setting with my learners?
Can I learn from my colleagues who have expert knowledge and practice?
Are the local specialist schools and education settings where I can access PD?
Does the PD reflect current research and theories?
Is this research accessible, targeted and relevant to my needs, and the needs of my learners?
What opportunities are there for me to collaborate with my colleagues in the PD or when I implement my new learning in my practice?
How does the PD support me to engage purposefully with others?
How does the PD prompt me to reflect on and examine my practice?
What follow up from the PD is available to allow two-way feedback and discussion?
What structures or protocols are used in the PD to support reflection on practice?
How does this PD link theory to practice?
Are there opportunities to act on and apply my learning to improve the outcomes for my learners with disabilities?
How am I encouraged to apply my new learning and adapt it to my teaching context?
Does the PD build on what I know about the learning and the learning needs of those I teach with disabilities?
Does the PD help me to identify tools and measures to evaluate the impact of my new teaching practices on the achievements of my learners with disabilities?
Does the PD help me consider and plan for the ways I will monitor and evidence change in learning?
How does the PD fit with priorities within the strategic plan of my school or sector?
Is my PD to improve the outcomes of my learners with disabilities supported by the education leaders in my workplace?
How can I work collaboratively and share my learning from the PD with others in my professional community to support their learning about teaching learners with a disability?
How can I apply my learning from the PD beyond my work with my learners with disabilities?
Why is special needs PD important?
Every learner has a right to the knowledge and skills that will help shape productive and positive lives, regardless of their physical, social and intellectual development and characteristics.
Research indicates that most teachers will be teaching learners with disabilities. A recent study by the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission found that 62% of classroom teachers reported they were inadequately trained to teach learners with disabilities.
The requirement for registered teachers to report on their capacity to teach learners with a disability will help build professional knowledge and expertise to address this need. It will also support the development of an inclusive culture in schools and early childhood settings.
When you renew your registration by 30 September 2017, you will be asked to identify the PD you've engaged in since 1 October 2014 to build your capacity to teach learners with disability. Activities selected should reference the relevant standards (descriptors 1.5, 1.6 and 4.1).
This will be part of the 20 hours of PD you are required to undertake to meet annual renewal requirements and is not an additional requirement. You should keep evidence of PD you undertake for renewal, including activities related to learners with disabilities. When you renew your registration you may be selected to provide your evidence to the VIT.
If you haven' t completed this requirement by the time you submit your renewal, you must declare this in your renewal.
If you apply for (full) registration, you will be required to include a focus on learners with disabilities in your evidence of practice. This will be included in the VIT designed evidence-based process.
If you are returning to teaching, you will be asked to identify the PD you've engaged in to build your capacity to teach learners with disability. Activities selected by you should reference the standards descriptors 1.6, 1.5 or 4.1.
This will be part of the 20 hours of PD required to return to teaching and is not an additional requirement.
How does this apply to the next generation of teachers?
Higher education providers seeking accreditation of their initial teacher education (ITE) programs must now ensure there is a specific focus on standards descriptors 1.6, 1.5 and 4.1 at the Graduate Teacher level.
Higher education providers will report to VIT about their ITE programs, and this will include information about the composition of their programs which address the teaching of learners with disabilities.


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The Players preview
Tom Jacobs
This week the PGA Tour lands in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida for the 2017 renewal of The Players. Often known as the fifth major, this event is the one outside the big four that every player wants to win. There are several reasons to want to win this event over all other regular Tour events, but perhaps the most important would be the $10.5m purse and the 600 FedEx Cup points on offer.
The purse here at TPC Sawgrass used to be the biggest of the year, until it was announced that the prize fund for the 2017 U.S. Open will be $12m.
The Course, notable changes and what it will take to win the Players Championship
TPC Sawgrass (Stadium Course), 7,189 yards, Par 72
Changes have been made at the Stadium Course, ahead of this year's Players Championship, most notably on the 12th hole.
Steve Wenzloff, after consulting with original artchitect Pet Dye, has changed #12 into a driveable Par 4, which ranges from 285-320 yards dependent on the day. This will entice most players to go for it, however both the fairway and green slope to the left towards a water hazard.
Other changes include the replacement of all greens, which will now be TifEagle Bermudagrass instead of the Mini-Verde Bermuda laid here in 2006. Newly laid greens can cause some problems in their first year of use, and they could be a factor this week.
Lastly the spectator area between holes 6 and 7 has been removed and replaced by a large rectangular lake, which will distract players off the tee on both holes.
What you do off the tee here will largely remain unimportant as you have to be neither long nor straight to win round here, it is your approach game that needs to be on point.
Here are where the last five winners have ranked in SG: Approach-the-Green, the week they won:
Jason Day (2016): 9th
Rickie Fowler (2015): 5th
Martin Kaymer (2014): 4th
Tiger Woods (2013): 2nd
Matt Kuchar (2012): 12th
Of the last five, only Kuchar has ranked outside the top-10 for SG: Approach-the-Green and won.
Another key to winning at TPC Sawgrass is the way you play the Par 4's, here is where the last five winners have ranked for Par 4 Performance the week they won:
Jason Day: 1st (-9)
Rickie Fowler: 7th (-2)
Martin Kaymer: 13th (-2)
Tiger Woods: 6th (-2)
Matt Kuchar: 2nd (-3)
Once again only one player (Kaymer this time) ranks outside the top-10 for this statistic, and it is clear you need to finish a couple under par at least, to get the job done here.
The Par 5's are easy enough to score on so excelling on these holes alone won't get the job done, and the only winner of the last five to rank inside the top-5 for Par 5 Performance is Tiger (1st).
Current form is important here to, with all of the last five winners having a top-20 in at least one of their last five starts leading into the Players and Martin Kaymer (31st) was the only winner of the last five to not have finished inside the top-12 at Augusta the year he won.
Bogey Avoidance always seems obvious when looking for a winner, but on some courses it is more important than others, and Sawgrass looks to be one of them. Day, Kaymer and Woods all ranked 1st in Bogey Avoidance the week they won, whilst Fowler and Kuchar ranked 15th and 4th respectively.
Fowler also bucked another pretty strong trend the year he won, being the only winner of the last five to be outside the top-10 after Round 1. Both Day and Kaymer went wire-to-wire whilst Kuchar and Woods were no worse than 6th after any round the week they won. Fowler strangely was 11th after the 1st and 3rd round, but generally speaking you don't want to be too far off the lead, heading into the final day. Fowler who had earlier that week been voted the joint most overrated player on Tour alongside, Englishman, Ian Poulter, birdied the 13th and 15th hole, before going eagle-birdie-birdie to finish and post the clubhouse lead at -12.
Form at any other of Pete Dye's courses over the years is a plus and may well be a good indicator should a player not have a lot of course form to speak of here. Here are the Pete Dye Courses used on the PGA Tour:
Harbour Town Golf Links (RBC Heritage)
TPC Louisiana (Zurich Classic)
TPC Stadium Course, PGA West (1/3 courses used at CareerBuilder Challenge)
TPC River Highlands (Travelers Championship)
Austin Country Club (WGC Match Play in both 2016 and 2017)
Crooked Stick (2012 and 2016 BMW Championship)
Whistling Straits (2005, 2010, 2015 PGA Championship)
Kiawah Island (2012 PGA Championahip)
Two players who highlight the Pete Dye links strongly in recent years are Matt Kuchar and Martin Kaymer.
Kuchar has won both here and at Harbour Town, whilst also finishing in the top-10 at both the 2010 and 2015 PGA Championships at Whistling Straits.
Kaymer has won both here and at Whistling Straits (2010 PGA Championship) and backed that up with a T12 finish in the 2015 renewal.
Defending Champion
Jason Day will look to defend his title this week, and if he were to do so, he would be the only person to retain the Players Championship, since the event's inception in 1974.
Jack Nicklaus won this event three times before it moved to TPC Sawgrass in 1982, and since then only; Tiger Woods, Fred Couples, Davis Love III, Steve Elkington, Hal Sutton have won it twice.
The odds are well and truly stacked against Jason Day becoming the first to successfully defend his title, but after a T22 finish at Augusta, the Australian will be hoping to at least contend this week. It has been a tough start to 2017 for Day on and off the course, but with some positive news finally finding its way to Day's family in recent weeks, his play on the course will no doubt pick up.
Nick Price put in the best finish by a defending champion back in 1994, when he finished in a tie for 5th, but Day will look to emulate that this week.
With all this in mind, here are my picks for the 2017 Players.
Justin Rose 30/1 (Betfred 1/4 6 places) 1.5pts e/w:
A man who has plenty of starts here at TPC Sawgrass – Justin Rose would have been hoping for more than one top-5 and a measly two total top-20's to his name.
In 13 starts, his best finish here is a T4 in 2014, and his 19th last year was his next best finish, but I still think he has every chance of winning this week.
Rose is only five weeks removed from his agonising play-off loss to fellow European, Sergio Garcia at the Masters but he can bounce back here with a win.
Despite being fairly indifferent here over the years, it is at least promising that his two best finishes have come on his last four starts, suggesting he has found a way of playing well here.
In the lead up to Augusta, Rose had finished T13 at Bay Hill and T15 a week later in Houston, so he has been in great form in recent starts. If he can carry that form over to this week, he could well make an impact at the top of the leaderboard.
Rose won the 2015 renewal of the Zurich Classic and also finished 4th at the PGA Championship at Whistling Straits that same year, so he has some good recent form at Pete Dye designs.
In terms of Par 4 Performance, Rose ranks 8th on Tour, and also 17th in Par 4 Efficiency 450-500 yards, which is an important range for this course.
At 30/1 you are getting the one of the best players in the world (currently #8 in the Official World Golf Rankings) and someone who is desperate to make up for that near miss at the Masters.
Justin Thomas 35/1 (Betfred 1/4 6 places) 1pt e/w:
A three-time winner this season already, Thomas will look to make it four at a course he clearly loves. In two starts here, he has finished 24th and 3rd and he also tweeted today saying "My favourite event of the year, LOVE @THEPLAYERSChamp! New Facilities and conditions are (emojis). Such a well designed course".
A T3 finish at the Travelers Championship and a T18 at Whistling Straits in 2015 are both further evidence that he likes courses design by Dye and this may present the best opportunity for the Jupiter, Florida resident to win in his home state.
Thomas ranks 1st in Par 4 Performance, and at -49 is a whole 16 strokes better than his nearest rival, Jon Rahm. In that pivotal range of 450-500 yards he ranks T17 as well, so he should relish a a test where good play on these holes is rewarded. Lastly, Thomas ranks T13 in SG: Approach-the-Green this season, another key stat this week.
There is not much else to say about Thomas really, he has been one of the standout performers of the season, despite getting each of his three wins early on and he can get back to his very best again this week.
Since his last win in Hawaii, he does have three missed cuts in seven starts, but he did also post a T5 at the WGC in Mexico and finished T22 at Augusta, on his individual last start. A top-5 at the Zurich with partner, Bud Cauley also proves his game is in good enough shape.
At 35/1 I thought he was tempting enough, especially as he is a much improved player since his 3rd place finish 12 months ago.
Daniel Berger 100/1 (Betfred 1/4 6 places) 0.5pt e/w:
Daniel Berger got his first win on the PGA Tour last year, winning the FedEx St. Jude Classic, and despite not yet following that up, looks every bit ready to contend at this sort of event.
Since his win, Berger has top-5's at the Travelers Championship (Pete Dye design), and the WGC – HSBC Champions (T2), as well as a T7 at the Phoenix Open and a T5 the week before the Masters, in Houston.
A T9 last year, on just his second start at this course gives a lot of hope, and hopefully he can emulate that success this week. Since his T5 in Houston, Berger has finished T27 at the Masters and T36 at the Wells Fargo last week, where he seemingly failed to get out of cruise control.
One of the stats which always comes up here, even if it doesn't rank as my most important is Scrambling and Berger ranks 12th in that area this season. He also ranks 38th in Par 4 Performance, which could well be key to him contending here.
At 100/1 I really like Berger's chances of threatening the top of the leaderboard, as he looks to add a second PGA Tour title in as many years.
Branden Grace 100/1 (SkyBet 1/4 7 Places) 0.5pt e/w:
The South African is one of those players that you would have expected to have a much better record here at TPC Sawgrass, especially given his record on Pete Dye Courses.
Grace has a great record at Harbour Town with a win, a 7th and an 11th place finish to his name there, and also finished 3rd at the 2015 PGA Championship at Whistling Straits.
His form here makes pretty grim reading, despite making 3/3 cuts. Grace has not managed to finish better than T42, as he seemingly struggles to put four rounds together here.
In 2013 he posted a final round 77, to fall 30 places, after getting inside the top-10 earlier in the round. He also posted a 78 in 2016 and a 75 in 2015, and 2015 was the year he posted that career-best T42 around this track.
Given the form he has been in since finishing T27 at Augusta, I think there is every reason to believe Grace is ready to finally put four rounds together around Sawgrass.
After opening the Masters with a 76, Grace went 74, 71, 70 to climb the leaderboard and he has not looked back since. He finished T11 at Harbour Town a week later, and then posted his first top-10 of the season the following week at the Valero Texas Open.
Statistically Grace doesn't tick all the boxes, but he does rank 22nd in Par 4 efficiency 450-500 yards which is a nice bonus. His early season form means he doesn't stand out elsewhere, but in his current form he has the game to go well here.
At 100/1 I think he is too big, given his form around Pete Dye courses and his undeniable ability. Grace loves a big event, highlighted by the four top-5 finishes he has posted at the PGA Championship and U.S. Open over the last two years, and he can add he can add a second PGA Tour title to his collection this week.
Total Points Staked this week: 7
Profit/Loss for 2017: +6 (Winners this year: Kevin Chappell 40/1 @ Valero Texas Open)
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Knelt Rote unload unsettling emotion, psychological hell on devastation-smashed 'Alterity'
How much madness is too much? At what point does one's psyche collapse under the pressure and render itself incapable of moving ahead any further and only can deal with the very end of things? On that same note, how does one accurately portray that frame of crumbling mind in music in a way where you not only hear but feel the utter destruction?
Before even reading a word of the bio information accompanying "Alterity," the panic-inducing fourth record from grind smashers Knelt Rote, it felt like this was a collection of music that isn't for every listener, no matter how harsh one's tastes might be. This is an album that pushes things over the edge, from the sound to the delivery to the unmistakable darkness that greets you at its gates. After poring over the information about this record, it wasn't a surprise to learn some of the themes are social dissolution, identity (the album title hints at this), mental illness, obsession, and non-physical suicide. The album and its seven songs feel like one's mind being shredded slowly, as the blood and pain are allowed to drip in long, sticky tributaries that are testaments to one's breakdown. The band—guitarist/vocalist Gordon Ashworth, bassist/guitarist Lucas Danner, and drummer Elias Bloch—already are a deadly force live, but they've taken their agony and punishment to a new level. A person I'm friendly with on social media described this record as being something the world is not really to handle, and I can't put it any better myself. That's a warning.
"Lachesis" starts the record, and right away, there are signs of great trouble. Noise envelopes everything and threatens to derail the record before it begins, but then the assault unloads, with the vocals punishing, and some black metal-style melodies arriving. The track is a total fucking massacre, pushing your blood to the forefront, leading toward "Lineage and Dependence," where guitars well like a town-ending flood. The pace smashes, while the vocal savagery mashes nerves, but then a weird swagger arrives and changes the tone. The pace melts, while uncomfortable whispers pelt, and wild howls smash you to bits. "Rumination" has a purely death metal start, as grisly fury and a barbarian-style assault are unleashed. The riffs clobber, while Ashworth's growls devastate, and things come to an abrupt, smothering end.
"Genetic Memory" is a bulldozer, as the growls feel like they're trying to devour the earth, and speed and ugliness spread. Blood and guts are spilled all over, and then it's into "Othering," where drums burst, and ferocious power is dealt. The growls roar, while violence erupts across the land, and then it's into chunky mauling and pure pit fighting. "Salience" has drums pounding away, as slow-driving filth pushes your face into the dirt. Cavernous growls erupt and signal trouble, while chaos bleeds through the wall and splits heads. Monstrous growls send shrapnel flying, while sounds emerge and drown out everything. Closer "Black Triptych" spills venom with a vengeance, as growls swarm like millions of wasp nests, and the soloing goes off. The vocals are packed with a fury, as the murderous power and intense mental trauma finally subside.
Knelt Rote's fury and abysmal chaos in their heads are on full display with "Alterity," easily the most painful and punishing of their four records. It's been six long years since we last heard from the band, and it's clear in the time since "Trespass" that things have only grown darker and more dangerous. This is a record to approach with caution, especially if you identify with the themes, because you only can walk away a more broken, shattered person.
For more on the band (um, sort of), go here: https://www.facebook.com/Knelt-Rote-442289149130881/
To buy the album (vinyl not available until May), go here: https://shop.nwnprod.com/
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Bödkaregården (även stavat Böckaregården) var ett populärt utvärdshus för Malmöborna under några decennier fram till 1956 då det förstördes genom en brand. Det var beläget vid Sallerupsvägen i östra Malmö.

Historik
Vid tiden för enskiftet i början av 1800-talet bestod byn Östra Skrävlinge av tretton gårdar vid landsvägen mellan Malmö och Södra Sallerup. Genom enskiftet 1804 beslöts att de flesta gårdarna skulle rivas ner och flyttas till andra platser. En av dessa, Östra Skrävlinge 8, kom att i stället byggas upp längre västerut, vid Hohögs backar, ungefär där Inre Ringvägen sedan 1974 korsar Sallerupsvägen. Ägare på det nya stället blev 1807 böckaremästare Jacob Ifwersson och gården kom att kallas Bödkaregården.

1816 sålde Ifwersson gården till sin släkting, godsägaren Johan Daniel Kockum på det närbelägna Bulltofta gods. På gården bedrevs under 1800-talet en omfattande fågeluppfödning med kalkoner, ankor och höns. Fastigheten blev kvar i släktens ägo fram till 1905 då den köptes av Malmö stad. Staden växte snabbt och man ville försäkra sig om mark att expandera på. Gården bestod då av fyra byggnader; boningshus, loge, vedhus och stall. Enligt syningsprotokollet var boningshuset 32 meter långt, 7 meter brett och 2,4 meter högt. Det hade halmtak. Ytterväggarna bestod av bränt tegel nederst och råtegel därovanför, innerväggarna av råtegel. I huset fanns två rum, kök, bakstuga, förvaringsutrymmen och ett hönshus. En trappa ledde upp till vinden.

1922 utbröt brand i logen, en brand som snabbt spred sig. Endast boningslängan, där två statarfamiljer bodde, kunde räddas. Huset hade varit i dåligt skick redan före branden. Malmö stad överlät byggnaden till Malmö förskönings- och planteringsförening som även fick arrendera intilliggande mark. Föreningen ombesörjde en omfattande restaurering av gården med syfte att skapa ett värdshus. Invändigt gjorde man nödvändiga moderniseringar, med beaktande att den ursprungliga skånska allmogestilen skulle bevaras. Föreningens ordförande, Gunnar Faxe, bekostade själva restaureringen medan föreningen svarade för utvändiga arbeten, planteringar mm. Den 1 maj 1928 kunde värdshuset öppnas för allmänheten.

Bödkaregården blev under nära tre decennier ett välbesökt utflyktsmål för Malmöborna. Det var en lantlig idyll, en gård med vitkalkade väggar och halmtak. Ovanför mittdörren fanns en inskrift i ekträ, "Gläd dig åt allt skönt i livet, men räds att störa andras glädje". Utanför blommade stockrosor, mynta och lavendel. Där fanns dvärghöns, ankor, påfåglar och svarta får. 1954 gjordes en ny omfattande reparation, men den 17 maj 1956 utbröt en ny brand sedan gnistor från ved- och koksspisen hade antänt halmtaket och huset gick inte att rädda. Även om elden inte på allvar fick tag i restaurangen och sällskapsrummen blev dessa ändå förstörda. En del inventarier kunde räddas men många av dem hade fått allvarliga vattenskador.

Malmö förskönings- och planteringsförening planerade att återuppföra gården men säkerhetsföreskrifterna för det närbelägna Bulltofta flygfält omintetgjorde detta. Riksantikvarieämbetet uppmanade föreningen att låta uppmäta gården och utföra en modell av densamma. Det skedde och modellen förvaras på Malmö museum.

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 Andersson, Helge (1981). "Tre skånegårdar i Malmö". Elbogen (1981:2): sid. s. 39-56.
 Andersson, Martin (12 december 2015). "Värdshuset vid landsvägen". Sydsvenskan.
 Bodman, Erik (1960). Från det fula Malmö till det vackra Malmö. Malmö förskönings- och planteringsförening. sid.40-44. Libris 1490903
 Hansson, Bosse (24 augusti 2005). "Källarmästaren deltog i släckningen". Sydsvenskan.

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Byggnader i Malmö
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Emma-Jane MacKinnon-Lee, Founder & CEO of DIGITALAX – Interview Series
Antoine Tardif
Emma-Jane MacKinnon-Lee, is the Founder & CEO of DIGITALAX, the pioneer Digital Fashion NFT protocol and marketplace for gaming and esports with a full in-house team across content production, technical pipeline execution and creative infrastructure development.
What initially attracted you to gaming?
Honestly, I think we are all gamers as kids, we are all inherently playful whether we call ourselves gamers or not. It just so happens that a lot of us can't find a way to afford to continue playing as we grow up, whether that is because of money or just life in general, other things get in the way.
For me, it has always been the culture of modding that has made me most excited about gaming and that's worked its way into everything I do; from modding digital fashion and the patterns and materials to modding entire systems like esports itself. Modding sits at the intersection of so many important areas; culture, community, self expression. And, it's a massive industry that has guaranteed and directly supported the scalability and success of so many globally recognised games; CS:GO, Among Us, LOL, Roblox, Fortnite etc.
ESPA has introduced the concept of casual Esports, could you explain what this is?
Well, esports today is very limited. It has amazing promise and a huge viewership. But also, there are some major unspoken truths and shortfalls. The roadmap to go from amateur to pro is incredibly difficult, there isn't any easy entry and onboarding for players to start earning a living, you either make it big or you don't make it at all, and, there is too much centralised power in the formalities around the event circuit— ultimately the value is locked between a few individuals and entities at the top.
Casual esports pioneers in contrast to these shortfalls. It allows any player to go from amateur to pro just because they have a love for the game. They can engage with their favourite content anytime, anywhere, it isn't restricted to a formal event, and as they play they start accruing inter-game points on a meta cross content leaderboard. These points can then be translated into real value, so the player is able to start earning a livelihood and income stream through casual play. This has never been done before and will bring immense value, economic stability for players globally.
How will the ESPA platform enable modders, independent developers, and designers to better monetize their content?
ESPA operates as a Layer 2 solution and interoperable infrastructure to all gaming, VR, 3D content. It allows modders, indie devs to leverage off an additional well defined use case and utility for their content, without interfering with their underlying in-game economy or circumnavigating the game/content's current operative state.
For designers, the fashion skin NFTs have direct embedded functionality and utility within the ESPA meta-game, where the different rarities of the skins (Common, Semi-Rare, Exclusive) determine the longevity of access that a Player has within the Esports tournaments. For the first time the Designers are actually seen and respected for how much they contribute to the overall ecosystem and additional novelty and player experience that they can bring to the content
ESPA also lets designers, indie devs and modders to gain access to and leverage off of the value contained within Web3, Crypto, NFTs, without requiring them to actually build on blockchain or even really have to know what blockchain, NFTs is even all about. They can plug-in and unlock the core features of Web3 tech without having to convert their whole business and technical development pipeline. This is a huge mass adoption trigger.
For readers who are not familiar with digital fashion, could you explain what digital fashion is and why it's important to gamers?
Well, you know what skins are, and you know what physical fashion is i.e. merch, apparel, gear. Digital fashion combines them in a very interesting new way. First, there is where it came from, digital fashion was more officially established as a market segment to combat unsustainable practices along the physical fashion supply chain. The fashion industry is the second most wasteful industry in the world after oil and it turns out that a lot of this waste is generated during the prototyping stage. Digital simulations of each step of the fashion design process reduces a ton of waste and allows for infinite material usage and modding.
But gamers have been doing this for a long time. Another word for video games is simulations of fantasy and life. And in these simulations it turns out that self expression is extremely critical, it is intrinsic to who we are as people. Fashion is one of our most distinct methods of communication and expression, and in digital worlds, like gaming, this stays true.
Then when you think about NFTs and how no one can stop talking about them, even invading SNL, it shows something interesting doesn't it? Everyone wants a slice of the NFT craze even if they don't know what it is. When you think about digital fashion NFTs and skins, real gamers get it immediately.
What are some of the different use cases for $MONA tokens?
$MONA is the core utility token for ESPA. It is a customised programmable incentive that efficiently transfers value between the designers, developers and players.
Players purchase skins from the marketplace in $MONA to then battle out in the esports tournaments. These $MONA profits from the skin sales are then distributed between the designers of the skins, developers showcasing their content and the winning players of the battles. The treasury also receives a % of this profit distribution to continue maintaining the protocol and so do the holders of $MONA, just for holding it and being part of the ecosystem.
$MONA also acts as a governance within ESPA, where holders of the token are able to vote on key R&D, roadmap, protocol improvement proposals, meaning that every holder now has an active stake in the ecosystem and a say in its future.
Many gamers may not be familiar with NFTs (Non-fungible tokens), could you explain what these are and how they benefit gamers?
Sure. What I love about gamers is that we already use NFTs all the time, almost, we just haven't called them that, and, we've been denied our share in the assets that we own in game. Every item, character, NPC, skin, DLC, asset, musical score, boss battle etc. is an NFT. A unique container and snapshot of something valuable. In the past, these snapshots have all been locked up and controlled by some central authority that isn't us. Because of blockchain, NFTs decentralise that control, giving players real ownership and trust. This means that even if the game studio shuts down the player still owns their assets and the memories of moments in life that came with those assets.
Is there anything else that you would like to share about ESPA?
Yes! Join our discord and start playing. You are exactly who we are looking for. Join the uprising to liberate fashion and gaming.
Thank you for the interview, readers who wish to learn more should visit DIGITALAX.
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APPRAISING REFORMS IN THE LAGOS' JUSTICE SECTOR
Tayo Ogunbiyi
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For any government to achieve a safer, secured, nonviolent and more prosperous society, a functioning justice sector that guarantees human rights and freedom, protects investments and encourages economic development is a necessity.
In view of this reality, the Lagos State Ministry of Justice, under the watch of the current Attorney General and Honourable Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Kazeem Adeniji, SAN, has embarked on significant reforms that have greatly helped in enhancing the administration of justice in the state. One of such is the establishment of Mobile Courts through which quick dispensation of justice is being ensured. The courts summarily try traffic as well as environmental offenders and mete out immediate punishments to those convicted. This has helped in decongesting the courts, thereby reducing occurrence of indecisive cases.
Also, an online platform where the Laws of the State could be easily accessed was created. Investors and prospective investors have tremendously benefitted from this as it enables them to make informed decisions about investing in the State. Aside this, it has also helped them to appreciate the various legal protections available for their persons and investment. This is particularly a reflection of a strong desire to drive the administration of justice through innovation and technology.
As part of the drive to embrace technology in combating criminal tendencies in the State, a Crime Data Register (CDR) was created. CDR is an electronic repository of information about suspects and offenders who pass through any of the prisons in Lagos State. It involves the participation of Stakeholders in the criminal justice process, namely; the Lagos State Judiciary, the Lagos State Ministry of Justice, the Lagos State Command of the Nigeria Police and the Lagos State Command of the Nigeria Prison Service. Any convicted offender in the State will thus have his/her details electronically registered.
Furthermore, the inauguration of the Lagos State Law Reform Commission is a major step towards deepening democracy and the Rule of Law in the state as well as the country. This Commission has the statutory mandate to facilitate the process of reviewing our laws with a view to making appropriate recommendations for the repeal or amendment of such laws or provisions that have become obsolete and bring them in tune with current realities.
Similarly, the state's Anti Land Grabbing Law reflects the thinking of the state government in using the instrumentality of the law to reduce the stress that Lagos residents pass through in the hand of land speculators. Interestingly, the state government has been enforcing the anti-land grabbing law against anyone found wanting, no matter how highly placed in the society. This, no doubt, is good for the society.
Similarly, in line with the commitment of the state government to provide adequate support to the Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) on its mission to ensure that tax payers comply with tax laws and ensure full tax compliance through prosecution of defaulters, the Rapid Tax Prosecution Unit was set up at the Ministry of justice. This has ensured some level of compliance with tax defaulters approaching LIRS to offset their outstanding tax liabilities.
In an effort to eliminate cases where criminals escape justice due to non-availability of facilities to conduct necessary forensic tests and keeps records of evidences. The state government inaugurated the Lagos State DNA& Forensic Centre which has aided and assisted law enforcement in the investigation of crimes. The Center has equally helped in training security agencies on methods to secure the crime scene; document same with photography, video and diagrams to ensure the appropriate collection, identification, handling and packaging of forensic evidence. It is important to mention that in the first six months of operation, the LSD&FC received over 350 applications covering different cases and has resolved over 50 of such cases as at December 2018.
Other laudable reforms in the state justice sector include the establishment of a Sexual Offences and Child Justice at the State's Ministry of Justice to monitor the prosecution of Sexual Offences in the State, the introduction of Lagos State Real Estate Litigation Electronic System, the promulgation of new laws such as the Anti-Kidnapping Law, the Yoruba Language Preservation and Promotion Law, Lagos State Electric Power Reform Law, among others.
While the state has not really reached Eldorado in terms of adherence to law and order, it is, however, crucial to stress that much has been done to accelerate the dispensation of justice. Perhaps, a major reason why the Lagos success story has not been told from the justice sector's perspective is because, in our clime, the yardstick for measuring government's achievements is largely based on physical development
Ironically, the actual engine that oils the wheel of socio-economic development and growth in the State is at the Ministry of Justice. People pay tax, which is the golden key to economic development; because the law demands they do so. Equally, physical and social infrastructure development, environment, health, business investment, education and tourism development all have a significant input from the justice sector. Herein lies the significance of far reaching reforms in the state judicial sector.
Ogunbiyi is of the Ministry of Information & Strategy, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos.
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Gymnastics Canada unveils new brand as we celebrate 50th Anniversary
OTTAWA, ON (January 9, 2019) – First founded in 1969, Gymnastics Canada (GymCan) has been supporting the mastery of movement in Canada for five decades and is pleased to unveil a new brand for the organization as we embark on our 50th Anniversary year.
"We are thrilled to be launching a new look for the sport of gymnastics in Canada as the organization enters its 50th year," said Ian Moss, CEO of Gymnastics Canada. "We are a diverse sport with many different disciplines – this new logo unites us with a look that is unique, iconic, modern, and which reflects our pride in being Canadian."
With the launch, GymCan is unveiling a completely new brand identity including a new logo, tagline, and social media handles. An anthem video showcases the beauty and athleticism of the sport and seeks to drive participation at the more than 700 clubs across Canada.
All creative was developed by Toronto-based marketing agency DOT DOT DASH and was financially supported by the Canadian Olympic Committee's NSF Sport Enhancement Initiative.
Over 325,000 people in Canada participate in gymnastics – from men's and women's artistic, to acrobatic, rhythmic, trampoline, or recreational gymnastics – in over 700 clubs across Canada. This short film captures the stunning imagery of the sport in its diverse forms. Showcasing some of our top athletes, the film seeks to capture the grace and flexibility of rhythmic, the strength and power of artistic, the high-flying flips and twists of trampoline and tumbling, and the dynamism and intricate body movements of acrobatic gymnastics.
"We wanted to create something bold, graphic, and representative of not only the physical prowess of the sport but also the extraordinary launch pad that it provides to athletes. More than anything though, we wanted to create something fresh and exciting that would make these athletes proud." said Director Jason van Bruggen from DOT DOT DASH.
THE LOGO & TAGLINE
Although our individual disciplines are unique, they all celebrate movement of the human form. They also share the idea of 'sticking the landing' or 'presenting' when embarking on a routine, or celebrating on the podium. Our new visual identity reflects this common position of pride and strength within the iconic maple leaf, while also equally representing the bilingualism that makes Canada unique.
Modern, clean, and iconic, our new identity represents a nod to our past, as well as a firm step forward into the future. Our tagline celebrates that we are a foundation sport that prepares people to take incredible steps and stand on any number of podiums in life.
Our brand is the essence, or personality of Gymnastics Canada. It is what makes us distinctive, memorable, and different from other sports, and it is the promise of a uniquely foundational experience. It unifies the disciplines and encourages those outside of the sport to become participants.
Our social media channels have also taken on the new brand and bilingual identity @gymcan1:
FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE | TWITTER
Clothing featuring the new Gymnastics Canada logo is now available at our online store: http://shop.gymcan.og.
First established in 1969, Gymnastics Canada is the national governing body for the sport of gymnastics in Canada. Gymnastics Canada works closely with the twelve Provincial Federations and the 700 local clubs to provide a broad range of programs and services to meet the needs of all participants. From athlete development, to coaching and judging education, Gymnastics Canada sets the operating standards and practices for the sport in Canada. Our mandate is to promote and provide positive and diverse gymnastics experience through the delivery of quality and safe gymnastics programming. Visit www.gymcan.org for more information, or follow us @gymcan1.
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Robert J. Chicoski – General Partner, Saturn Partners, Presentation
Kyle Fugere – Business Development Associate, Tollman Capital Partners, Presentation
At face value from the media and public equity markets there appears to be an improvement in the economy. For emerging growth companies, the start-ups, the big question to ask is: "Are deals getting done?"
Venture capital is a leading source of growth capital for emerging companies. In normal times the challenges and risks to growing a company are daunting and the competition for the VC investment fierce. But when start-up growth capital lessens how does the entrepreneur position themselves to win this scarce capital?
On April 5th our panel of venture capital providers and entrepreneurs will guide the audience in the process of raising money, especially in tough times, to understand what is important to investors now and in the next stages of company growth. They will talk about investments that are being made today and why, highlight what are the key considerations venture capital investors focus on that compels them to do the deal. They will talk about positioning your company to be attractive to the investor and identify critical milestones to gain a preferred entrée to the capital market providers. They will offer perspectives on investment trends emerging and opinions on what the early stage investment markets may look like in the coming year.
Robert J. Chicoski – General Partner, Saturn Partners
Bob is a General Partner at Saturn Partners (www.saturnasset.com ), a Boston-based venture capital firm that invests in early stage companies located primarily in the eastern U.S. Saturn focuses on the information and financial technology, advanced materials, and specialty energy sectors. The firm also invests selectively elsewhere, including certain areas of life sciences and consumer services. Bob is responsible for sourcing and evaluating investment opportunities, as well as working with portfolio companies to drive growth, performance improvement, and harvest alternatives. Bob currently serves on the board of Paneve, a company that has developed a general purpose processor for high performance video applications (www.paneve.com ). Prior to joining Saturn, Bob worked for a family office on a number of private equity projects and was the Chief Operating Officer of i2i. Earlier in his career, he worked for Deloitte Consulting and the Federal Reserve Bank. Bob holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BA in Economics from Georgetown University.
Kyle Fugere – Business Development Associate, Tollman Capital Partners
As an entrepreneur and business associate, the knowledge Kyle has gained has been directly related to his experience of business ownership and most recently leading capital investments within the software and beverage industries.
Before joining Tollman Capital, Kyle began his journey of business development and entrepreneurship in an unusual way, while working in Zambia, Africa, where he built a successful business development project for UNICEF. Shortly after, Kyle founded and became President of P2E, LLC, an information technology firm that specializes in document management and scanning services for the medical and legal industries.
In 2010, Kyle joined the start-up venture capital firm, Tollman Capital Partners, as a Business Development Associate. Tollman Capital Partners is a Massachusetts based venture capital firm whose primary goal is investing in early-phase start-up companies in search of capitalization in the $25K to $100K range.
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Anupendra Sharma is Partner at Siemens Venture Capital investing in healthcare (devices, diagnostics, software and services). Anupendra is an investor in China Diagnostics and Cylex. He is a former investor in Sequenom (NASD: SQNM) and BioImagene (acquired by Roche).
Prior to SVC, Anupendra was an investment banker and M&A professional for eight years at JPMorgan, Citigroup and Siemens, after he graduated from Cornell's MBA program. Prior to business school, Anupendra worked at Ford in the UK, and was a member of the team that set up Ford in both India and China. Anupendra co-founded Mobile Medics, named the Most Innovative Social Venture of 2006 by the Global Social Venture Competition for attempting to solve the last-mile problem for global rural healthcare. Anupendra also started a shrimp farm in Belize, Central America while at business school.
He most recently founded the Startup Leadership Program in 2006 to groom the next generation of startup CEOs. This is a fast-growing network of 215 founder CEOs and Innovators in the US and Asia that go through a 6-month program to educate them in all aspects of fundraising.
Anupendra holds an MBA from Cornell University, MS in Accounting & Finance from Manchester Business School, Masters in Economics and Bachelors in Instrumentation Engineering from BITS Pilani, India.


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