Extractions: ACITHN SPH Hlth Sci UQ ... Contacts ACITHN Fieldwork Abstracts World Class: Be Part of It Search SPH Report Index Coursework Info ACITHN Degrees Tropical Health Program ... Nutrition Program 2001 Papau New Guinea NEGOTIATING 'OPEN SPACE': THE IMPORTANCE OF CULTURAL CONTEXT IN HIV/AIDS COMMUNICATION MODELSA QUALITATIVE STUDY OF GENDER, SEXUALITY, AND REPRODUCTION IN THE TROBRIAND ISLANDS OF PAPUA NEW GUINEA ABSTRACT "Everything has come up to the open space." The epidemic of human immunodeficiency virus and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) is a global concern, and the means to minimise viral transmission are universal but limited. Public health responses to the epidemic primarily rely on communication strategies to educate target groups about the risks of sexual transmission of the virus, and to motivate behaviour change to minimise risk behaviour. HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention messages emphasise the importance of negotiating safe sex as a prerequisite for risk reduction. This strategy holds serious assumptions about the gender balance of power in sexual relationships. This thesis is premised on the argument that a process for negotiating open space is first required to closely examine the language of HIV interventions, and to consider womens risk for acquiring HIV in relation to their culturally valued reproductive role in childbearing. Open space is the metaphor to describe the interface between cultures, the common ground where talk can be negotiated between the western culture of biomedical models and HIV/AIDS interventions, and the indigenous culture comprising local contexts. Required in the global response are approaches that promote interactive dialogue where people are engaged at the local level to identify and articulate appropriate responses informed by the social and cultural context.
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Extractions: It is an often-stated fact of international life that the world and the 'United States' role in it have grown increasingly interdependent in the last 20 years. Scholars, policymakers, and even casual observers have both praised and bemoaned the degree to which events in even the most remote and unlikely areas of the world have an impact on U.S. domestic and international decisions and actions. Within the last two years the icy shores of the Falkland Islands and the desert plains of Chad - and most recently the tiny island of Grenada - have reminded U.S. citizens that we cannot afford the apparent luxury of isolationism. The consequences and benefits of this modern interdependence have spread steadily throughout American society over the past two decades. Under presidents of both parties, U.S. foreign policy and military postures have been crafted around the recognition that in order to enjoy the benefits of a free and prosperous world, the United States must play an active role in helping to secure the freedom and prosperity of the world. This recognition has also been accepted well beyond our national institutions of government. Academic and cultural exchanges have expanded markedly throughout the past 20 years as Americans have sought a greater understanding of and exposure to foreign history, culture, and languages. Similarly, during this period the American business community has adapted steadily to growing international economic interdependence as the world has moved into what many refer to as the Second Industrial Revolution. U.S. business firms, both small and large, have devoted increasing levels of resources and energy to export and import operations, as the world's disparate economies have found themselves drawn into a new era of economic interdependence - a product of, and a contributor to, greater political interdependence.
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Extractions: Earth's Most Versatile Resource Evolution of Wood Products Sheer Size The Giant Kauri ... Global Trade Liberalisation Industry Who's Who NZ Forest Industries Council NZ Forest Owners Association NZ Farm Forestry Association ... NZ Forest Research Plantation Species Radiata Pine Douglas Fir Other Softwoods ... Otago / Southland It is now generally accepted that the southern hemisphere continents and the landmass of India were once part of a single southern continent called Gondwanaland. Click on the image to view a map of Gondwanaland. This huge landmass straddled the South Pole during the Carboniferous and Permian periods. However, by the Triassic and Jurassic periods (230-150 million years ago) the New Zealand and Tasmanian landmasses had started to move away. The last links to Australia probably existed until the Cretaceous period (135-100 million years ago) by which time the Tasman Sea was opening up. By this time the ancestors of many of the plants now found in our podocarp forests were established on the landmass that was to become New Zealand. During the Cretaceous period, Gondwanaland continued to break up with India and Africa drifting to the north, South America to the west and Australia, with its marginal islands of Tasmania, New Zealand and Papau New Guinea, drifting off to the east. Antarctica remained over the South Pole.
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Crows Better At Tool Building Than Chimps, Study Says Unfortunately, We still don t know much about the process of cultural transmissionand hence of Reference countries include Australia, papau new guinea, http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2003/04/0423_030423_crowtools_2.html
Extractions: Site Index Subscribe Shop Search Top 15 Most Popular Stories NEWS SPECIAL SERIES RESOURCES Front Page Birds Crows Better at Tool Building Than Chimps, Study Says In order to test the birds' abilities, the researchers examined manufacture techniques in forests across New Caledonia. Situated in the Pacific Ocean east of Australia, the French islands of New Caledonia contain a unique and isolated group of species. In addition to twigs, the crows manufacture tools from long and barbed leaves of the pandanus (or screw pine) tree. By examining more than 5,500 tool imprints in 21 sites throughout New Caledonia, the pair were able to assess patterns in the tool design and location and abundance of each tool type. The results suggested that both narrow and stepped tools are more advanced versions of the wide tool type. No Similar Example Tool invention is very rare, said Hunt. Therefore it's quite unlikely that each type of leaf tool has been the result of a unique discovery. In addition, the geographical distribution of each tool type on the island suggests a unique origin, rather than multiple independent inventions. The crow has "developed the capacity to evolve its tools," said Hunt, an important step in the direction of a complex material culture, like that exhibited by people.
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Extractions: @import url(http://www.informationsphere.com/styles/style.css); Home Contributors Site Info Newsletter ... Contact Browse by Alphabet Letter A Letter B Letter C Letter D Letter E Letter F Letter G Letter H Letter I Letter J Letter K Letter L Letter M Letter N Letter O Letter P Letter Q Letter R Letter S Letter T Letter U Letter V Letter W Letter X Letter Y Letter Z Numbers Browse by Category Anthropology Arts Astronomy Biology Chemistry Entertainment Environment Geology History Mathematics Meteorology Military Miscellaneous Physics Politics Regional Science (General) Social Science Introduction Geography ... Transnational Issues Introduction [Top of Page] Background: The eastern half of the island of New Guinea - second largest in the world - was divided between Germany (north) and the UK (south) in 1885. The latter area was transferred to Australia in 1902, which occupied the northern portion during World War I and continued to administer the combined areas until independence in 1975. A nine-year secessionist revolt on the island of Bougainville ended in 1997, after claiming some 20,000 lives.
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Extractions: Robert D. Lumsden, Plant Pathologist World Cocoa Foundation, Vienna, Virginia: Robert Peck robert.peck@worldcocoa.org ) - Program Manager, received this communication from Papau New Guinea: PNG Post-Courier, p 003 23-12-2004 By Annette Sete THE future of the PNG cocoa industry is being threatened by the likelihood of an invasion by a cocoa pest which is already causing concerns in Indonesian province, West Papua. Chairman Jim Simatab expressed grave concerns for PNG s K200 million a year cocoa industry due to the cocoa pod borers which have caused the collapse of the cocoa industry in the Philippines and are threatening industries in Malaysia and Indonesia. Cocoa Board officials and scientists from the PNG Cocoa Coconut Institute recently travelled to Manokwari in Papua and were alarmed by the extent of damage being caused by the cocoa pod borer. This pest had caused yield losses in cocoa production in parts of the South East Asia region. The threat of this cocoa pest entering PNG is very real due to the influx of settlers into Jayapura and the surrounding border areas under the transmigration schemes, Mr Simatab said.
Body Piercing From papau new guinea to the Amazon jungle, pagan tribes engage in body In papau new guinea, all kinds of body scarification, tattoos and body http://www.frontline.org.za/articles/bodypiercing.htm
Extractions: Body Piercing - A Return to Paganism In some of the most unexpected places we are confronted by a revival of the old tribal practices of body scarification, body piercing and body mutilationNose rings, eyebrow rings, belly rings, tongue studs, multiple earrings, nipple rings, tattoos and other disfigurements are more than an identifiable sub-culture – it is all part of an aggressive fashion statement which is challenging the Christian Church."Do not cut your bodies … or put tattoo marks on yourselves. I am the Lord. " Leviticus 19:28 Unfortunately, most Church leaders have remained silent on this practice, even while some youth leaders and Bible College students are giving themselves over to body modification. "Priests must not shave their heads … or cut their bodies. They must be holy to their God and must not profane the Name of their God ... they are to be holy." Leviticus 21:5 – 6
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Extractions: For the past few months there has been an exhibit with a difference on display at the New York Natural history museum: A BODY ARTS EXPO! We were fortunate enough to visit this fascinating display, and were really impressed by the amazing amount of information and exhibits on show. We spent 4 hours wandering around looking at the ancient artefacts; reading the detailed and well researched text and watching the two short films highlighting ancient and modern day body modification practices. Unfortunately photography and video-recording were not permitted, but note taking was allowed - so use your imagination to picture the scene as I explain to you what we saw. After purchasing tickets (at $15 each, which included full museum access) we took the elevator to the 4th floor and saw a huge tattooed banner advertising that we had found the correct venue. We entered through glass doors down a small corridor with exhibits placed along the walls. These exhibits were a combination of everything that we could expect to see inside - a mixture of old and new body modification rituals: The classic 1984 tattooed photo of Horiyoshi III cradling his infant son; An old painting of a native American woman holding a baby in a head re-shaping papoose device; a life size painting of Edith Burchett fully tattooed by her husband (George Burchett) from the early 1900's. He is credited with tattooing King Alfonso of Spain, King Frederick of Denmark and King George V of Great Britain. These varied visual displays captivate all who enter into this darkened corridor. It intrigues the visitor and makes you want to see and learn more. It throws the history of these bizarre practises in your face and entices you to open your mind as you walk further in.
Extractions: Published: January 29, 2003 Harold Brookfield has written a book well worth the read. An Australian geographer, Brookfield draws on 40 yr of research experience in tropical agriculture and a talent for fine synthesis to provide us with an insightful and engaging volume. Exploring Agrodiversity, which is written in easy, fluid prose, examines the dynamics and implications of agricultural diversity among small holders in a range of tropical environments. Intended for a subgroup of geography and anthropology scholars, i.e., "cultural ecologists" or researchers who study rural livelihoods and environmental issues affecting traditional peoples, this work is also of relevance to scientists working in the fields of conservation ecology, agricultural and environmental sciences, and global land use and land cover change. Few scholars are as well positioned as Brookfield to write about dynamic diversity in traditional agricultural systems centered on the farmer and the farm. As a geographer, he is at ease exploring subjects ranging from pedoturbation to vesicular-arbuscular mycorrhiza or apomixis to quasiagnatic subclans, often with the bracing common sense born of long, deep experience in the field. He draws on concepts/approaches not only from his own discipline, i.e., landscape and environmental history, but also from anthropology, i.e., ethnography, and from ecology, i.e., dynamic nonequilibrium and resilience. In discussing tropical agriculture, Brookfield reaches back to pan-tropical research conducted in the 1930s as comfortably as others do to the 1960s, with a wonderful knack for extracting the germane and a clear delight at setting conventional wisdom on its ear.
Faculty Articles And Sermons - Pacific School Of Religion We listened to the report of two participants from Papua new guinea, and What kind of food do you eat were put to Biul Kirokim of papau new guinea. http://www.psr.edu/page.cfm?l=62&id=390
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Extractions: Exchange rates (selling notes) against major currencies as offered by Westpac on September 12th 2005. United States USD Australia AUD New Zealand NZD Great Britain GBP Japan JPY Singapore SGD Euro EUR Hong Kong HKD Canada CAD Swiss CHF Welcome to the Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority Towering mountain peaks, lush, fertile valleys, golden beaches, sparkling coral islands and some of the best diving locations in the world. It has been a significant 30 year road for this country, a land of unique experiences and inspiring cultural hertitage. Papua New Guinea has truly come a long way, and in its endevour to celebrate this years Independence, it will see breathe taking celebrations held throughout the country. Numerous events will be experienced in Papua New Guinea as it embrases the 30th Independence celebrations on the 16th September this year. Site Map...
International Literacy Explorer - Tok Ples - Background Located north of Australia and east of Indonesia, Papua new guinea (PNG) By doing so, the program is protecting the nation s rich cultural heritage. http://www.literacyonline.org/explorer/tok_back.html
Extractions: The Issue in Brief Because of rapidly changing technological advances, not only is basic literacy a fundamental human right, but it is also fast becoming a necessity for participation in a changing world. Many adults and children around the world do not receive basic literacy schooling. Until they do so, they will be excluded from many facets of the global economy. With the ability to read and write, people can increase their access to information concerning political, health, and other issues. Basic literacy can indeed help improve lives worldwide. Numerous countries around the globe are faced with the issue of providing basic education to their citizens who may maintain different cultures and speak different languages. Another problem faced by many in teaching basic literacy is the training and equipping of teachers. These classroom teachers can face many difficulties in dealing with building, supply, and attendance issues. They need effective pedagogical strategies that can answer these questions. Flexibility and creative use of resources are just some of the many ways that can help teachers instruct basic literacy students. After a close examination of the local school context, many different obstacles can be overcome to achieve a better education and future for all. back to top The Context in Papua New Guinea Located north of Australia and east of Indonesia, Papua New Guinea (PNG) occupies the eastern half of the island of New Guinea, with Irian Jaya, part of Indonesia, on the western half. The country is divided into 20 provinces and is possibly the most culturally diverse on earth, with over 700 languages and tribes, many of which remain untouched by outside influence. Half of its over four million inhabitants are literate, and many still live in village communities. Roughly 450,000 sq. km. in size (about the size of Morocco, or slightly larger than Japan or California), its terrain is predominantly marked by mountains interspersed with coastal lowlands and rolling foothills. The land of Papua New Guinea is dominated by tropical forests with very little temperature variation throughout the year. Natural resources include gold, copper, silver, timber, natural gas, and oil. Deforestation, earthquakes, and mud slides are some of the environmental concerns that Papua New Guinea must face.
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Highlands Of Papua New Guinea The Bismarck Range, part of the central highlands of northeastern new guinea,includes Mount Wilhelm, the highest mountain in Papua new guinea. http://www.pacificislandtravel.com/png/about_destin/highlands.html
Extractions: About us Send me a Brochure Tripbuilder (Shopping Cart) Send me a Quotation ... Pacific News member of Papua New Guinea (PNG) The Highlands Parts of the Highlands remain untouched just as they were when first 'discovered' in 1933. In fact, some remote villagers have yet to see a white man. The people are hardy and village life depends on subsistence farming. Visitors will be fascinated by the bright ochre colours and two metre high head-dresses swathed in plumes of the Bird of Paradise worn by the tribal elders. Dancing is proud and fierce at traditional sing-sings, with drums beating long into the night. The Eastern Highland Province is a one hour flight north from Port Moresby or half an hour from Lae or Mt Hagen. Once there, you are surrounded by steep, rugged mountains covered in dense rainforest graduating to subalpine vegetation. The valleys are blanketed in grass and the panoramic views contain every imaginable shade of green. Altitude varies from 600 metres in the south to Mt Michael's 2,750 metre summit. Goroka, the largest town and capital lies at 1,600 metres or 5,000 feet above sea level.
