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CPAC stand for Civilian Police Accountability Council. In others words, it means civilian control of the police force.
Woohoo! I finally broke the 10 lb. mark. Yeah!!!
So it's been 3 weeks since I last checked in for Accountability Wednesday. With preparing for travel I ran out of time to check in 2 weeks ago (but was up .5 lbs). Then last week I was in Georgia and unable to track myself. I fully expected to be up a few pounds after returning - I just did not stick to my eating plan the way I'd hoped, though I did really well overall. Turns out I was only up a half pound by the time I got home. Since returning 4 days ago, I've lost that half pound, plus the half pound I'd gained before leaving, plus another half pound. So:
since 3 wks ago: -1.5
total: -10
left to go: 20
My workouts are going really well and I am happy to be home and back on track with how I like to eat. My mini-goal for March is to lose another 5 pounds. February was basically a wash in terms of losing weight (I ended at the exact weight I'd started), but I'm hopeful about March. Mostly I'm just really psyched to be moving in the right direction. 10 pounds is like a psychological marker or something, and I'm very excited about it!
16 May 2023, Kakuma, Turkana County, Kenya: LWF accountability officer Eunice Jerop manages distribution of items branded with messages about the importance of working against sexual exploitation and abuse, at a warehouse in the humanitarian agencies' compound at seciton 1 of Kakuma refugee camp. Photo: LWF/Albin Hillert
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) is a legislative branch government agency that provides auditing, evaluation, and investigative services for the U. S. Congress.
The GAO was established as the General Accounting Office by the Budget and Accounting Act of 1921.
The act required the head of the GAO to 'investigate, at the seat of government or elsewhere, all matters relating to the receipt, disbursement, and application of public funds, and shall make to the President … and to Congress … reports [and] recommendations looking to greater economy or efficiency in public expenditures'.
According to the GAO's current mission statement, the agency exists to support the Congress in meeting its constitutional responsibilities, and to help improve the performance and ensure the accountability of the federal government for the benefit of the American people.
The agency's name was changed in 2004 to the 'Government Accountability Office' by the GAO Human Capital Reform Act to better reflect the mission of the office.
The GAO's auditors conduct not only financial audits, but engage in a wide assortment of performance audits as well.
The building shown above was originally called the U.S. Government Accounting Office Building, until the agency name change in 2004.
Located at 441 G Street NW in Washington (DC) and adjacent to the National Building Museum (formerly the Pension Building), the GAO building was dedicated in September 1951 by President Harry S. Truman.
Source: Wikipedia
I walked through those South Entrance doors 45 years ago to begin a career in the civilian side of the U.S. Government, serving in the GAO for 4 years and then the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for 25.
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SPC Tammy Hyden, a medic with the 864th Engineer Battalion, CMRE,
inventories medicine within her battalion’s aid station at Paktika province,Afghanistan, April 21. (U.S. Army photo by 1LT Elizabeth Lewis, 864th Engineer Battalion)
Chambers performance @ Judith Wright Center of Contemporary Art, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane. Detail from Chamber 5: Richelle Spence 'Accountability'.
Yes, I know. The day I get a tool which copes with flaring will be a magnificent moment :)
Throughout the month of February, the Chicago Police Accountability Task Force is hosting four community forums across the city to provide residents the opportunity to speak or submit written comments on improving the accountability, oversight and training of Chicago’s police officers.
This is photographs from Tuesday, February 2.
Hosted by Mt. Vernon Baptist Church
JLM Life Center
2622 W. Jackson Blvd.
More info: chicagopatf.org/events/
Okay. I've started being serious about working out - for half an hour at least every other day - and have been diligent about it for the past couple of weeks. I've been doing the 30 day shred 1-2 times a week, walking 1.7 miles (up and down hills!) 2-3 times a week and today did Day One of the couch to 5K program. And it's getting EASIER. Which is FABULOUS! And something I've never really experienced before without a structured program (like Tae Kwon Do which I did for a few years but stopped when I started working full time about 6 years ago). I'm even fitting into pants that I haven't fit into for a while! Go me!
FORT CARSON, Colo. – Soldiers of 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, hand their weapons over to rear detachment personnel who assisted in the return of approximately 70 “Warhorse” Soldiers from Afghanistan at the Fort Carson Arrival/Departure Air Control Group, April 6, 2012.
(U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Craig Cantrell, 4th Inf. Div. PAO)
When it comes to privacy and accountability, people always demand the former for themselves and the latter for everyone else. -- David Brin (from The Transparent Society)
CPAC stand for Civilian Police Accountability Council. In others words, it means civilian control of the police force.
Police accountability advocates gathered in front of the Bronx DA office in solidarity with Copwatcher Jose LaSalle as he demands that Bronx DA Darcel Clark re-open an investigation on the officers who perjured themselves to falsified charges against Jose LaSalle followed by a march to the Psa7 precinct and demand that the officers involved are fired. The city and the NYPD agreed to pay LaSalle $860,000 on a settlement. (Photo by Erik McGregor)
Police accountability advocates gathered in front of the Bronx DA office in solidarity with Copwatcher Jose LaSalle as he demands that Bronx DA Darcel Clark re-open an investigation on the officers who perjured themselves to falsified charges against Jose LaSalle followed by a march to the Psa7 precinct and demand that the officers involved are fired. The city and the NYPD agreed to pay LaSalle $860,000 on a settlement. (Photo by Erik McGregor)
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Police accountability advocates gathered in front of the Bronx DA office in solidarity with Copwatcher Jose LaSalle as he demands that Bronx DA Darcel Clark re-open an investigation on the officers who perjured themselves to falsified charges against Jose LaSalle followed by a march to the Psa7 precinct and demand that the officers involved are fired. The city and the NYPD agreed to pay LaSalle $860,000 on a settlement. (Photo by Erik McGregor)
High Level Event co-organized by Estonia, Georgia, the Republic of Korea and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on the margins of the 71st UN General Assembly
19 September 2016
Prime Minister of Georgia George Kvirikashvili, President of Estonia Toomas Hendrik Ilves, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Republic of Korea Yun Byung-se and UNDP Administrator Helen Clark discussed how effective, accountable, inclusive and transparent institutions are playing a critical role in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Click here for Helen Clark's remarks: www.undp.org/content/undp/en/home/presscenter/speeches/20...
Photo: UNDP
Miatta Mulbah is currently an accountapreneur with the Accountability Lab. In Liberia, many young girls engage in commercial sex in order to survive or to pay for school. Miatta’s vision is “a Liberia where teenage girls are not exposed or forced into harmful practices that endanger their health or their future.” Through her organization Leemah, Miatta is using music and street theater to advocate for and raise awareness among girls in Montserrado and Margibi counties, ages 11-25, who face challenges of sexual violence, abuse, poverty. Leemah strives to change the mindsets vulnerable Liberian girls, and the broader community, to understand their rights and responsibilities as citizens and to rethink their future.
Throughout the month of February, the Chicago Police Accountability Task Force is hosting four community forums across the city to provide residents the opportunity to speak or submit written comments on improving the accountability, oversight and training of Chicago’s police officers.
This is photographs from Tuesday, February 2.
Hosted by Mt. Vernon Baptist Church
JLM Life Center
2622 W. Jackson Blvd.
More info: chicagopatf.org/events/
Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau places flowers at a vigil outside the London Muslim Mosque organized after four members of a Canadian Muslim family were killed in what police describe as a hate-motivated attack in London, Ontario, Canada, June 8, 2021. Nathan Denette/Pool via REUTERS
Galatians 6:1-2 says, “Brethren, if a man is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness, considering yourself lest you also be tempted. Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.” Proverbs 27:17 compliments this as it says, “As iron sharpens iron, so a man sharpens the countenance of his friend.”
The Bible reinforces the concept of community & fellowship among believers. It is such a vital piece of the Christian faith. The body of Christ is not a building. It is not a steeple. The body of Christ is composed of us: His co-heirs. Worship isn’t designed just to take place in a building once a week either. Our worship should be present & distinct among others no matter where we are, who we’re with, what we’re doing, etc. Don’t use the excuse that your faith is weak because God hasn’t placed other Christ followers in your life. You don’t get to sit around on your couch waiting for Him to drop a family of believers in your lap. Prove to God your faith is real & authentic by praying & searching for accountability partners. If it’s an honest request & endeavor, I believe there’s quite a good chance some new company will begin enter into your life.
-R. Walters | L. Shaw | Gal. 6:1-2; Prov. 27:17
High Level Event co-organized by Estonia, Georgia, the Republic of Korea and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on the margins of the 71st UN General Assembly
19 September 2016
Prime Minister of Georgia George Kvirikashvili, President of Estonia Toomas Hendrik Ilves, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Republic of Korea Yun Byung-se and UNDP Administrator Helen Clark discussed how effective, accountable, inclusive and transparent institutions are playing a critical role in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Click here for Helen Clark's remarks: www.undp.org/content/undp/en/home/presscenter/speeches/20...
Photo: UNDP
This image is excerpted from a U.S. Government Accountability Office report, available here: www.gao.gov/products/GAO-11-45
Still plugging away. This week, my focus is perserverence. I find that there are days when I have the attitude that it's okay to take a day "off", it won't hurt anything. And while I want to stay real and not totally cut off any particular food completely from my life, I do need to keep in mind that every morsel I put into my mouth does "count". So while it's okay to have, say, a cookie, I'm going to try not to let myself have 3 cookies, AND a Mcdonalds meal, AND an iced cappacino, AND pizza...all on the same day! (which by the way, I did this week).
This is the longest I've lasted on a weight-loss program in a LONG time. I have you to thank. Knowing I'm accountable to my flickr friends each week DOES make a big difference. THANK YOU for your support, from the bottom of my heart :o)
High Level Event co-organized by Estonia, Georgia, the Republic of Korea and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on the margins of the 71st UN General Assembly
19 September 2016
Prime Minister of Georgia George Kvirikashvili, President of Estonia Toomas Hendrik Ilves, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Republic of Korea Yun Byung-se and UNDP Administrator Helen Clark discussed how effective, accountable, inclusive and transparent institutions are playing a critical role in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Click here for Helen Clark's remarks: www.undp.org/content/undp/en/home/presscenter/speeches/20...
Photo: UNDP
Building capacity to increasing the legitimacy of CSOs: a view across the spectrum of self-regulation and accountability
Format: Engagement workshop (1h30)
Summary: If civil society organisations are to be truly effective as a voice for citizens around the world, they need to work hard on standards for continuous improvement of their own governance, as a way to better respond to expectations from citizens, funders, volunteers, staff, and other stakeholders who are increasingly expecting demonstrations of good governance and better impact. CSO self-regulation mechanisms are therefore required, but these need to be by and for civil society rather than be imposed by funders or governments.
The three presenters will convey the varying expectations and challenges faced in their three different countries and regions when CSOs decide to embrace self-regulation, and the implication of this in their work with governments at different levels, mass media, social networks, international cooperation agencies and other relevant actors. Imagine Canada will present its newly launched programme of rigorous peer review, which aims at helping CSOs to improve their practice in the areas of board governance, financial transparency and accountability, fundraising, staff management and volunteer involvement, while responding to the new expectations of society. The Latin American network Rendir Cuentas will present a regional perspective on these issuess.
Panel:
Marcel Lauzière, President and CEO, Imagine Canada, Canada
Anabel Cruz, Director, Institute of Communication and Development (ICD), Uruguay
Hold Shell accountable for the devastating impact that their pollution is having on the human rights of people living in the Niger Delta.
Presidential Summit for the Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders
Washington, DC
July 2014
Photos by Kaveh Sardari
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