912 research outputs found
The Politics, Poetics and Performance of Sacred Space: The Sacred Space of Cook Islands Christian Churches
No full textThe current literature about sacred space suggests that it is produced through either substantive definitions of space (the poetics of space) or situational definitions of space (the politics of space). I conducted ethnographic research in the Cook Islands to consider how these two constructions of space interact to produce the sacred space of the Cook Islands Christian Church. I have shown that the production of sacred space can be described through three modes of spatial production: the politics of space, the poetics of space and the performance of space. They are enacted through social practices in an inter-related process. Based on these findings I propose a spatial triad model. I suggest that by moving beyond traditional dichotomous constructions of space such a spatial triad model can contribute to new understandings of how sacred and profane space is produced and reproduced
Re-thinking the Role of Indigenous Peoples in International Law: New Developments in International Environmental Law and Development Cooperation
No full textIndigenous Peoples have classically been defined in terms of their situation of vulnerability and discrimination traceable back to colonialism. The first international legal instruments addressing indigenous peoples are based on such an understanding, and emphasize special protection for indigenous peoples in order to preserve their cultural identity. This article describes this approach a human rights-based one, even though, at the national level, the label "indigenous" is sometimes also interpreted as a synonym of political power. Meanwhile, international environmental law has introduced what this author calls a "functional approach" recognizing the participatory role of indigenous communities in supporting environmental conservation and use of biodiversity. From a functional perspective, it is a logical consequence to include other local communities, albeit not "indigenous" in the classical sense. Thirdly, in the sector of development cooperation, international financial institutions (IFIs) have designed policies with the aim of assuring indigenous peoples the opportunity to be consulted when IFI-funded projects could entail a negative impact on indigenous communities. At first glance, it could be said that those policies were inspired by a human rights-based approach. However, from a holistic perspective, the role of indigenous peoples becomes a more functional one. This paper contributes a critical analysis of the role of indigenous peoples from these two approaches: the human rights-based approach and the functional approach. The author argues that a definition of indigenous peoples based on a human-rights approach should be understood as encompassing also other groups living in similarly vulnerable situations. Even though a functional approach to indigenous peoples responds better to the principle of equality, this approach should be more respectful to the cultural and social values of indigenous or local communities, from whom a particular behavior is expected in order to achieve certain goals
sj-docx-1-opp-10.1177_10781552221103551 - Supplemental material for Switching to daratumumab SC from IV is safe and preferred by patients with multiple myeloma
No full textSupplemental material, sj-docx-1-opp-10.1177_10781552221103551 for Switching to daratumumab SC from IV is safe and preferred by patients with multiple myeloma by Maria-Victoria Mateos, Sophie Rigaudeau, Supratik Basu, Ivan Spicka, Rik Schots, Tomasz Wrobel, Gordon Cook, Meral Beksac, Katharine S Gries, Anupa Kudva, Brenda Tromp, Rian Van Rampelbergh, Huiling Pei, Susan Wroblewski, Robin Carson, Maria Delioukina and Darrell White in Journal of Oncology Pharmacy Practice</p
Celano and the Rule of Law: A Matter of Graduality
No full textThis paper analyzes the contribution of Bruno Celano to the reflection on the rule of law, highlighting his Enlightenment interpretation and the emphasis the author places on a model of rules aimed at limiting the arbitrariness of power. Starting from Celano\u27s analysis, this study addresses the issue of violations of the rule of law, differentiating between violations of the moral ideal and legal norms, and between simple and complex violations. Through an investigation into the graduality and complexity that characterize the rule of law, a category of violations will be developed that reflects the organic nature of the rule of law and the interconnection between its individual components. The work concludes with an examination of the implications of these violations, both in terms of immediate impact and systemic effects, emphasizing the importance of a deep understanding of the rule of law to address challenges to its integrity.Il presente lavoro analizza il contributo offerto da Bruno Celano alla riflessione sullo Stato di diritto, mettendo in luce la sua interpretazione illuminista e l\u27enfasi che l’autore pone su un modello di regole volte a limitare l’arbitrarietà del potere. Muovendo dall\u27analisi di Celano, questo studio tratta la questione della violazione dello Stato di diritto, differenziando tra la violazione dell’ideale morale e delle norme giuridiche, e tra violazioni semplici e complesse. Attraverso un\u27indagine sulla gradualità e la complessità che caratterizzano lo Stato di diritto, verrà sviluppata una categoria di violazioni capace di riflettere l’organicità dello Stato di diritto e l’interconnessione tra i suoi singoli componenti. Il lavoro si conclude con il vaglio delle implicazioni di queste violazioni, sia sotto il profilo dell’impatto immediato, sia degli effetti sistemici, sottolineando l\u27importanza di una comprensione approfondita dello Stato di diritto per affrontare le sfide alla sua integrità
Reseña - Entre el vals vienés y el pasillo criollo. Música de salón en el Valle del Cauca, 1897 - 1930 de María Victoria Casas
No full textThis interesting book published in June of this year, by the Bachelor of Music, Master in History, specialized in university teaching, Maria Victoria Casas Figueroa, is the product of a long run by the author for the musical problems present in the region of the Cauca Valley. It provides, from this perspective, a necessary decentralization that, on this subject, has involved the writing of similar works published in localities such as Bogotá (Duque, 1998; Bermúdez, 2000) and Medellín (Velásquez Ospina, 2012).Este interesante libro publicado en Junio del presente año, de manos de la Licenciada en Música, Magíster en historia, especializada en docencia universitaria, Maria Victoria Casas Figueroa, es el producto de un largo transcurrir de la autora por las problemáticas musicales presentes en la región del Valle del Cauca. Aporta, desde esta perspectiva, una necesaria descentralización que, sobre dicha temática, han implicado la redacción de trabajos similares publicados en localidades como Bogotá (Duque, 1998; Bermúdez, 2000) y Medellín (Velásquez Ospina, 2012)
How does fair trade, as practised by Trade Aid and MINKA, contribute to the aspirations of Quechua producers in Peru?
No full textAs part of a Master of Indigenous Studies from the University of Otago, Trade Aid staff member, Michelia Ward, conducted research throughout 2011 and 2012 on whether fair trade is able to contribute to the aspirations of indigenous producers. The research focused on fair trade as practiced by Trade Aid, New Zealand and one of its Peruvian partners, MINKA.Fair trade is a development mechanism that aims to support food and craft producers around the world to improve their lives through trade. Many indigenous communities are producers of craft or food products such as woven textiles and coffee, and have engaged in fair trade relationships selling mainly to Western consumers. Fair trade organisations have universal principles that provide guarantees to consumers about working conditions, fair payment and trading relations with producer groups. This research project focuses on whether a universal framework designed to bring development to disadvantaged and marginalized producers can work for unique indigenous cultures across multiple continents. This research focuses on Trade Aid in New Zealand and their partnership with a Peruvian fair trade organisation, MINKA, who works with Quechua producers in the Andes. Indigenous theorists place large value on local epistemes (knowledge systems) and local solutions to local problems. Is fair trade one of these local solutions, or just another solution imposed from the outside upon indigenous producers
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The requirement of consultation with indigenous peoples in the ILO ::between normative flexibility and institutional rigidity /
No full textIn The Requirement of Consultation with Indigenous Peoples in the ILO , María Victoria Cabrera Ormaza examines the law-making and interpretive practice of the International Labour Organization (ILO) relating to indigenous peoples with a particular focus on the consultation requirement established by Article 6 of ILO Convention No. 169. Taking into account both the mandate and institutional characteristics of the ILO, the author explains how the ILO understands the notion of consultation with indigenous peoples and outlines the flaws in its approach. Through a comprehensive analysis of state practice and human rights jurisprudence concerning indigenous peoples, the author explores the normative impact of ILO Convention No. 169, while revisiting the ILO's potential to help harmonize different interpretations of the consultation requirement
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The requirement of consultation with indigenous peoples in the ILO ::between normative flexibility and institutional rigidity /
No full textIn 'The Requirement of Consultation with Indigenous Peoples in the ILO', María Victoria Cabrera Ormaza examines the law-making and interpretive practice of the International Labour Organization (ILO) relating to indigenous peoples with a particular focus on the consultation requirement established by Article 6 of ILO Convention No. 169. Taking into account both the mandate and institutional characteristics of the ILO, the author explains how the ILO understands the notion of consultation with indigenous peoples and outlines the flaws in its approach. Through a comprehensive analysis of state practice and human rights jurisprudence concerning indigenous peoples, the author explores the normative impact of ILO Convention No. 169, while revisiting the ILO's potential to help harmonize different interpretations of the consultation requirement
Remembering roses, treading on the red earth: Polish folk art and the Australian experience
No full text[Extract] In 1999, as the guest curator at Perc Tucker Regional Gallery in Townsville, Maria Wronska Friend organized an exhibition Roses and Red Earth which examined the continuity and significance of folk art traditions in the life of Polish migrants in Australia. The exhibition comprises two major sections: the first provides a comprehensive selection of folk art created in Poland, while the second examines the presence of folk inspirations in the works of three generations of Polish migrants who, following World War II, migrated to Australia
Peroxidase activity and sensory quality of ready to cook mixed vegetables for soup: combined effect of biopreservatives and refrigerated storage
No full textEnzymatic senescence processes and browning of fresh cut vegetables negatively affect their sensory properties and nutritional value and finally result in the rejection of affected products by consumers. In order to prevent quality decay, the combined effects of natural antioxidants and storage temperature on peroxidase activity and sensory attributes (overall visual quality, browning and odor) of individual and mixed vegetables for soup (butternut squash, leek and celery) were evaluated. Fresh cut vegetables were treated with antioxidant solutions as tea tree essential oil (15 μl/mL), propolis extract (15 μl/mL) and gallic acid (2 mg/mL) and stored at optimal (5 °C) and abusive (15 °C) temperature for a maximum of 14 days. The application of natural preservatives, plus optimal storage conditions, exerted significant inhibitory effects in peroxidase activity of squash, celery and mixed vegetables throughout the storage. Furthermore, propolis treatment applied on mixed vegetables retarded browning appearance and preserved the visual quality for a longer period when compared to untreated product. Practical Application: The application of natural antioxidants such as propolis extract in combination with optimal storage conditions may be a good alternative to minimize the possibilities of fresh cut vegetables deterioration and preserve their quality.Fil: Alvarez, María Victoria. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas; Argentina. Universidad Nacional de Mar del Plata. Grupo de Investigación en Ingeniería en Alimentos; ArgentinaFil: Moreira, Maria del Rosario. Universidad Nacional de Mar del Plata. Grupo de Investigación en Ingeniería en Alimentos; Argentina. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas; ArgentinaFil: Ponce, Alejandra. Universidad Nacional de Mar del Plata. Grupo de Investigación en Ingeniería en Alimentos; Argentina. Universidad Nacional de Mar del Plata. Facultad de Ingeniería. Departamento de Ingeniería Química; Argentin
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