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So sorry to hear this. Warm thoughts to Linda and Samir
Thank you Tom for sharing another fascinating piece of history!
Dev and Sudesh Chopra commented on "Sad News from UPGI : Death of Mr. P. Balasubramaniam and message from his son"
2 days ago
BALA Ji was a true gentleman. i met him in mid seventies at the old office before he moved on to his new post overseas. Next we met at a colleague's son's wedding in mid-nineties and became friends. He shared his life's philosophy...."Do as you would be done by" .... always ready to help and solve a problem. Last few years he suffered ill health. our heartfelt condolences to his Family.... May his Soul Rest in Peace dev and sudesh in gurugram
Martha Menezes mmenezes24@gmail.com commented on "Sad News from UPGI : Death of Mr. P. Balasubramaniam and message from his son"
2 days ago
Who can forget P. Bala. He had a charming, warm and friendly personality, and as I recall was the first UNICEF colleague to extend a welcome to me the day I joined the Delhi Jorbagh office in 1972 . A great guy who always stopped by to say hello even though we were in different "sections" . I feel privileged to have known Bala and offer my sincere condolences to his family. RIP
saha_dipak49@hotmail.com commented on "Sad News from UPGI : Death of Mr. P. Balasubramaniam and message from his son"
2 days ago
Very much saddened at the passing away of Mr P. Balasubramanian, a brilliant careerist in Unicef and helpful to his fellow colleagues. My heartfelt condolences to the members of the bereaved family. May his soul rest in peace in the heaven. In Grief, Dr Dipak Kumar Saha 25 March 2021
rupertalbot@gmail.com commented on "Sad News from UPGI : Death of Mr. P. Balasubramaniam and message from his son"
2 days ago
Very sad to learn of the passing of Bala. One of the great stalwarts of our organisation, knowledgeable, professional, kind and generous. Always willing to advise and guide a novice like me, when I joined in 1970 and thereafter. Never forgotten. RIP Bala. Rupert
gurinder.gulati@gmail.com commented on "Sad News from UPGI : Death of Mr. P. Balasubramaniam and message from his son"
2 days ago
Very sorry to learn about the sad passing away of our colleague P Bala. Our heartfelt condolences to his family. May God rest his soul in peace. Gurinder Gulati
MARASHETTY SEENAPPA commented on "Sad News from UPGI : Death of Mr. P. Balasubramaniam and message from his son"
2 days ago
So sad to hear that our beloved friend Bala has left us. Many sincere condolences to the family. Bala will always be remembered. Om Shanti...
saha_dipak49@hotmail.com commented on "Sad News from UPGI : Death of Mr. P. Balasubramaniam and message from his son"
2 days ago
Very much saddened at the passing away of Mr P. Balasubramanian, a brilliant careerist in Unicef and helpful to his fellow colleagues. My heartfelt condolences to the members of the bereaved family. May his soul rest in peace in the heaven. In Grief, Dr Dipak Kumar Saha 25 March 2021
Detlef Palm commented on "The EU Strategy on the Rights of the Child and the European Child Guarantee | European Commission"
2 days ago
I understand the Brussels and Geneva Offices are involved. The governments of Bulgaria, Croatia, Germany, Greece, Italy, Lithuania and Spain are conducting initatives, with UNICEF - together with the Natcoms where applicable - helping to pilot the approach. More details from UNICEF also available here: https://www.unicef.org/eca/media/15426/file/Child%20Guarantee%20Programmatic%20Update.pdf
Sree Gururaja commented on "International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination: UNICEF Volunteers Lörrach /Ute Deseniss-Gros"
2 days ago
Ute, congratulations! yes, educating children about equality is the best way to eliminate racial discrimination, especially if the children shown in the exhibition live in their neighbourhoods.. Well done! Sree Gururaja
Sree Gururaja commented on "The EU Strategy on the Rights of the Child and the European Child Guarantee | European Commission"
2 days ago
this entire set of documents is informative.. not sure to what extent the UNICEF National Committees were involved in this so far.. also it would be interesting to know how the National committees and former UNICEF staff living in EU countries will be involved in the implementation of this strategy. Sree Gururaja
Sree Gururaja commented on "Our Artist / Photographer of the Week: Karsten and Stella Sohns"
Mar 25, 2021
congratulations! the paintings are marvelous and simply beautiful! more like photographs but with bolder effect.. at the same time soothing in these covid times.. loved the India- based paintings and the still life.. what a variety thank you for sharing best regards Sree (India)
Fouad Kronfol commented on "My mentor, role model and guide in UNICEF : Shahida Azfar"
Mar 24, 2021
Kindness has always been one of your main endearing attributes, Dear Shahida. Thank you sincerely for all The Nice things you that wrote about me and Nadia. You should know that we équally reciprocate these feelings of friend ship and camaraderie we have shared for so many years Now. Your article about Manoucher was A delight to Read as it brought back such wonderful. memories of times spent together.....in more ways than one Manou was also A mentor of mine, déspite The fact that our careers were very parallèl in many instances. Hope you have enjoyed The rest of The Quarterly which many of us worked so hard to put together.
Ramesh Shrestha commented on "The Quarterly - March 2021 UNICEF at 75 - Our First 25 Years"
Mar 23, 2021
Thanks to the Editors and Contributors for this excellent compilation. I don’t believe that UNICEF’s history will be matched by any other similar organisations. It reminded me of reading UNICEF Nepal’s earlier days during 1970s when UNICEF used to airlift HDP pipes by helicopters to remote areas for gravity-fed water systems. Unfortunately, bureaucracy in UNICEF has changed unrecognisably. Thanks again to the Editors and Contributors.
Sarah Winfield commented on "The Quarterly - March 2021 UNICEF at 75 - Our First 25 Years"
Mar 23, 2021
I was thrilled to receive the ‘Our first 25 years’ edition of the XUNICEF News & Views publication – such a rich repository of sources, accounts and cherished memories. I found your introduction and ‘Finally’ epilogue particularly poignant and can’t wait to read the stories and reflections in full. Thank you for the many contributions you have already made to the legacy dimension of this milestone anniversary. All of this wonderful work is informing the content development that colleagues at DOC are leading, myself included.
From Habib Hammam: I have read and savoured the March issue of News and Views covering UNICEF’s first 25 years. It brings (back) to life those giants of the first generation whose sense of dedication to the best of human values made UNICEF what it is and made it possible for us who came later to have the privilege of serving with the same ethos anchored by those forefathers. Then there are the stories and recollections of the second generation which reflect personal experiences to which we can easily relate as they touch our responsive chords and evoke feelings we have shared at one time or another. Every article is substantive and telling, but taken together it is a tour de force. It shows that the common purpose that tied us to UNICEF in the first place and our common experiences continue to be “ties that bind” even as we move to other fields after UNICEF. The world changes and UNICEF continues to change as it should. But I wonder if, and hope that, the younger generations of UNICEF can learn from our experiences and retain the ethos and spirit of our organization. I have much appreciation for all the colleagues who contributed the articles, and I would be remiss if I do not especially thank the editorial group who put this News and Views together: Thank You: Tom McDermott, Sree Gururaja,Fouad Kronfol, Doreen Lobo, Gianni Murzi, Detlef Palm, Nuzhat Shahzadi
From V.Muthuswami: Congratulations for such a wonderful compendium of our former heroes and their memories. Sharing with the UNICEF Pensioners Group, New Delhi, with the request to share with its members, who may not be familiar with Xunicef global network. Best regards to all, V.Muthuswami/Chennai, South India
Lou Mendez replied to a comment on "A Day in the Life - ILO is reaching out to staff / Lou Mendez"
Mar 20, 2021
thats a paygrade higher
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Detlef Palm commented on "A Day in the Life - ILO is reaching out to staff / Lou Mendez"
Mar 19, 2021
I wonder whether the DDG did her own singing?
Editors commented on "Women Will Not Reach Parity at the Pinnacle of Power for Another 130 Years, Predicts UN: IPSNEWS / Janet Nelson"
Mar 19, 2021
Janet Nelson: I see that once again UNICEF stands out from the UN and other agencies as being more progressive - we’ve had as many women as men at the top! ( but no parity yet the rest of the way down…)
Detlef Palm commented on "Songs for Peace: Mercedes Sosa - Solo le Pido a Dios / Agop Kayayan"
Mar 18, 2021
What a fantastic song! It gave me goosebumps. I am favor of Agop's challenge, to feature more songs for peace in different languages.
From Fritz Lherisson: Dear Tom Hope you and your family are fine in good health enjoying the beautiful weather in Colorado. Here in Montreal we are spoiled with beautiful sunny days the last four days and today. Spring seems to be on our doorstep. I have read with great pleasure your articles in the “A Little History” section of the last three editions of XUNICEF News and Views. May I say that your interest in history needs to be applauded as nowadays few people seem to be interested in knowing the past. This is unfortunate as the past can help us prepare or equip us for the future. You were able to search and dig into the past of UNICEF and provide important information on the actions and work of those- the pioneers I must say- who have laid the solid foundations of this organization that we all cherish. You should be commended for such work. By the way shouldn’t UNICEF leadership think of providing the newcomers- if not done- with a summary of UNICEF history as an organization i.e its past and its evolution over the years and the continuous search to the best ways to address children needs and the fulfilment of their rights…..concluding with this piece of advice: “ Working for UNICEF is not having a job but rather a passion for the cause”. What do you think of this idea? If such an information paper does not exist I would suggest that you take it up with EXDIR or the Chief of Staff whenever the opportunity arises. Once again congrats for the articles. Warm regards Fritz
Given that as we re invent the wheel every year, nothing UNICEF does ever has a chance to be embedded in society, I choose the one on sustainability and embedding in society.
This happens when one tries to over explain!
Detlef Palm commented on "India child rights body asks Netflix to stop streaming 'Bombay Begums'/Reuters"
Mar 12, 2021
I would be interested in hearing the views of our colleagues from India!
Amazing that you found these literary gems . I had to read some twice and still wasn’t sure what it meant. Your research, Detlef, is most valuable...
Ramesh Shrestha replied to a comment on "Being bad is not inevitable. It is a political choice! : Ramesh Shrestha"
Mar 10, 2021
Greetings! Hope you are enjoying. Best wishes to your IB classes! Cheers!
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Ramesh Shrestha replied to a comment on "Being bad is not inevitable. It is a political choice! : Ramesh Shrestha"
Mar 10, 2021
Agree, Detlef, the situation is not same everywhere. Considering what is happening with far right in so many ‘democracies’ I am not sure what is possible or not possible any more. It is still difficult to understand why the Greens are unable to attract voters given their broad social policies that benefits everyone. Our minds are not governed by logic any more!
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The sand in the desert is a spectacular color, well contrasted with the camels in the background.Thanks for sharing Tom
Habib Hammam commented on "A Little History #4 - A Boy from Shrewsbury : Tom McDermott"
Mar 7, 2021
Thanks again Tom for another account of great people in UNICEF's history. I have learned so much now about Sam Keeny. When I first joined UNICEF we used to look forward to Sam Keeny's newsletter "Women and Girls". He wrote about the projects he visited around the globe, always with insightful observations written with wit and humor, like the title of his newsletter suggests....delightful reading. Cheers, Habib
I really this illustrated history
Horst Max Cerni commented on "At last I found a job for which I am a perfect fit : Fouad Kronfol"
Mar 7, 2021
Very clever
Horst Max Cerni commented on "A Few Diet Memes with a Screwdriver (Left and Right Handed)"
Mar 7, 2021
Very funny
Horst Max Cerni commented on "Stairs : A More Colourful Way to Climb Up in the World - Beautifully painted stairs: Fouad Kronfol"
Mar 7, 2021
Amazing. Gives me some idea for our stalirs...
Gautam Banerji commented on "Being bad is not inevitable. It is a political choice! : Ramesh Shrestha"
Mar 7, 2021
Inspiring indeed. This will be read out as a talking point in my next Global Politics class with my IB Diploma students. And I do agree with Detlef that even if the Green Party be not in power (especially in the developed western world) they do wield sufficient political clout to shape environmental policies and are increasingly on the ascendency as a force to be reckoned with.
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Dear Horst, thanks for your compliments on my soliloquy. Would like to remind that you sent me some stamps a while back so don't be surprised if you see some of them in future issues of the Update... Fouad
Dear Horst, thanks for your compliments on my soliloquy. Would like to remind that you sent me some stamps a while back so don't be surprised if you see some of them in future issues of the Update... Fouad
Tom, I thoroughly enjoyed your photos, the camel train and particularly the series of door photos. Well done indeed.
Thanks for sharing your collection of photos, Tom. I will never look at doors the same way again! Cheers Bruce
I loved all your photos, the desert yes and especially the elegant sequence of the doors sequence and photos inside pre-industrial towns. The discerning eye behind the camera is the thing…beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Wow Tom these photos are lovely. I especially like the door with the Sun ....what a wonderful welcome. Warm regards to you and the family.
Great pictures! The first picture with camels possibly the best!
Ramesh Shrestha commented on "Stairs : A More Colourful Way to Climb Up in the World - Beautifully painted stairs: Fouad Kronfol"
Mar 6, 2021
Very Illusionary! Beautiful
What a lovely collection of photos..you are a keen observer of your environment. We saw the desert photos with nostalgic feelings of our days in Egypt and Sudan. The symphony of doors is unique and most interesting. We have another friend who also has a fetish for doors which he photographs everywhere he goes...yours rival his collection ! Nadia and Fouad Kronfol
What a lovely collection of photos..you are a keen observer of your environment. We saw the desert photos with nostalgic feelings of our days in Egypt and Sudan. The symphony of doors is unique and most interesting. We have another friend who also has a fetish for doors which he photographs everywhere he goes...yours rival his collection ! Nadia and Fouad Kronfol
What a lovely collection of photos..you are a keen observer of your environment. We saw the desert photos with nostalgic feelings of our days in Egypt and Sudan. The symphony of doors is unique and most interesting. We have another friend who also has a fetish for doors which he photographs everywhere he goes...yours rival his collection ! Nadia and Fouad Kronfol
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