From mentor at alb-net.com Thu Dec 13 11:27:43 2001 From: mentor at alb-net.com (Mentor Cana) Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2001 11:27:43 -0500 (EST) Subject: [NYC-L] Need Suggestions and Assistance for an Albanian student (fwd) Message-ID: Dear friends, Please read carefully the attached e-mail from Ms. Heather Martin. She is a teacher in a middle school 'near' NYC. As you see, she is trying to help the newly arrived 8th grade Albanian students who doesn't speak English. She has tried many things without success. [read below] Does anyone live in or around Montgomery, NY and can help? Do you know anyone living around there? This kid can definitely use some help to get started...... Please contact Heather at MARTINGRITS at aol.com with any suggestion, advice, offer to help, etc... sincerely, Mentor ---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Thu, 6 Dec 2001 22:01:58 EST From: MARTINGRITS at aol.com Subject: Need Suggestions and Assistance for an Albanian student Hello, I teach 8th grade Social Studies in Montgomery, New York (Orange County), located about l-2 hours northwest of New York City. Our Middle School has a newly enrolled Albanian student. He is 13 years old and unable to write the English alphabet accurately. He is a likeable, respectful young man, who watches very closely as I teach the lessons, but is unable to understand what I am saying. He is unable to read any of the 8th grade textbooks he has been given. His days are filled with discouragement and no successes. He lives with his father, who speaks no English, and with his uncle, who speaks limited English and works 6 nights weekly. Therefore, there is no family member who can teach this student how to read and write English. I have asked my school's administrative district office if they will hire someone (perhaps a retired elementary school teacher) to teach this student the basics of our language and help him learn to read and write. The boy is very motivated to learn. Our district says there is not funding available for this need. Thus the young man sits, frustrated and frequently embarrassed, often discouraged that he doesn't really understand what is going on. Some of the teacher have given him a failing grade. I have kept him in an ungraded status as I know his barrier is solely the English language. When quiz or test papers are given out, he writes answers in Albanian, which, of course, I cannot read. Occasionally, I sit with him and show him simple objects, i.e. cup, pen, paper, dime. I say the word then write it on paper and ask him to write the word 3 times. He has been very proud to have someone spend a little time and has responded enthusiastically. He is eager for someone to take time/make time/ find someone somewhere????? to meet with him and teach him English. My Middle School Principal has given permission for this student to be taken out of his classes in school if I can find someone who will sit and help the student. I asked the Uncle if there is anyone they know who would help? There is not. I called the Newburgh, New York Literacy Council. They replied that they only assist individuals age 18 and over. I called St. Mary's College, in our area, but have been unsuccessful in my attempts to find someone who will help this boy learn to read and write. Do you have any suggestions, names, or contacts to assist me? The boy knows I am looking for someone to come into the school and teach him English. He is well liked by other students, as he is a very pleasant young man. But I have seen him so frustrated that he has cried in class. My heart goes out for his needs. Can you help?? Hopeful of Someone Somewhere! Ms. Heather Martin E-Mail: MARTINGRITS at AOL.com From eb246 at columbia.edu Fri Dec 14 14:13:33 2001 From: eb246 at columbia.edu (Erkanda Bujari) Date: Fri, 14 Dec 2001 14:13:33 -0500 (EST) Subject: [NYC-L] NATO-PA Research Assistant Programme (fwd) Message-ID: ****************************************************************** ---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Fri, 14 Dec 2001 11:59:43 -0500 (EST) From: John S Micgiel To: othereurope at columbia.edu, harriman-news at columbia.edu Subject: NATO-PA Research Assistant Programme (fwd) ---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Thu, 13 Dec 2001 16:50:04 +0100 From: Paul Cook To: stagiaires at naa.be Cc: jspence at naa.be Subject: NATO-PA Research Assistant Programme Dear Sir/Madame, I am the Economics and Security Committee Director of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly in Brussels and am also responsible for our Research Assistant/Internship program. The NATO PA works with Parliamentarians from all the NATO Member and Associate Member countries on a range of issues shaping both the trans-Atlantic relationship and East-West relations. Each year we engage five Researchers from January to June and the same number from August to December to assist our Committee Directors in researching and drafting reports. Researchers work with several of the Committees during their tenure and are thus exposed to a wide range of subjects. The five NATO PA Committees cover political and diplomatic affairs, defence and security matters, the civilian aspects of security and trans-Atlantic and transition economic issues. The reports, which are posted on our website at http://www.naa.be, are the central focus of debate at the NATO PA's bi-annual plenary sessions and provide a framework for Committee and Sub-Committee fact finding missions. Our sessions are held each year in different North American and European cities, and our researchers also help staff these large events. We believe that the Research Assistant Program is one of the best internships in international affairs and want to ensure that outstanding recent graduates in international affairs are aware of this opportunity. Candidates for these positions must be nationals of any NATO Member or Associate Member country, and they should hold a first degree and a Master's degree (or equivalent) in Political Science, International Relations, Contemporary History, International Economics, European Studies or related subjects. Ph.D. candidates are also welcome to apply but should recognize that during their tenure with the NATO-PA, their workday will be dedicated to Assembly defined projects. I should note as well that we do have many applications for these positions, and those selected have had outstanding academic records. We ask candidates to send us a letter of introduction, a CV and two letters of recommendation. The NATO PA provides a small fully-equipped apartment near the center of Brussels free of charge for each Researcher as well as a stipend of Euro 620 a month. The Assembly also pays their way to and from Brussels and provides basic medical insurance. All of this is explained in greater detail on our web page under the Research Assistant Program link. I have pasted the text from that page below in this e mail. I invite you to place this letter and a print out from our web page in the job/internship listings at your career office. This program is a truly excellent opportunity for young people interested in launching a career in international affairs. Finally, we hope to bring in the next group of Researchers in August 2002 applications and the deadline for applications is April 20, 2002. Please note that our schedule does not permit us to accept interns interested only in working during the summer. I hope this information is useful, and thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Paul Cook, Ph.D. Director NATO PA Economics and Security Committee, & Research Assistant Program ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ NATO-PA Research Assistant Programme (From the NATO PA Website http://www.nato-pa.int/info/stagiaires.html) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- Information for Candidates from NATO Member Countries Information for Candidates from Associate Delegation Countries The NATO Parliamentary Assembly usually employs eight paid Research Assistants from NATO nations each year. In general, four of these start in early February and finish in June. The second group starts in August and finishes in late November or mid-December. In addition, the Assembly employs two Research Assistants from Associate Delegate Countries. All applications from candidates with the appropriate qualifications are placed on a list for consideration. Their names remain on the list for consideration for about twelve months. Candidates are requested to inform the Assembly if they cease to be available to take up a position during that time. The Assembly receives well over one hundred of well qualified applications per year from candidates. Inevitably, this means that fewer than one in ten applicants are offered positions. Every effort is made to assess applications objectively, but many factors must be taken into account. These include the desire to have a regional balance among participants in the programme. Consequently, it is rare to select two candidates from the same nation for the same intake. Only candidates selected to participate will be contacted. See below for further details regarding candidates from NATO Member Countries and from Associate Delegation Nations. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- Information for Candidates from NATO Member Nations ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- The NATO Parliamentary Assembly is the parliamentary consultative organization of the Atlantic Alliance, comprising about 200 members of the national parliaments of the 19 NATO member countries, as well as legislators from 17 Associate Member Nations. The Assembly is divided into five committees: the Committee on the Civil Dimension of Security, the Defence and Security Committee, the Economics and Security Committee, the Political Committee and the Science and Technology Committee. The full Assembly meets twice a year in different member countries at the invitation of national parliaments. Sub-committees and Special Groups examine specific issues and conduct fact-finding missions throughout the year. The International Secretariat of the Assembly is based in Brussels and is staffed by some 30 people from the various NATO member countries. The main task of research assistants is to contribute, at the request of Committee Directors, to the research necessary for the drafting of the Assembly reports, although other administrative tasks can be expected of them. Research assistants from NATO member nations are typically recruited for a three-month period which is usually renewed for up to two additional months. Due to the Assembly's work schedule, research assistants are usually requested to commence work in either January or July. Summer internships are generally not available. The stipend is EURO 620 net per month. The Assembly provides a small furnished and equiped flat free of charge. Qualifications Candidates must possess a first degree and a Master's degree (or equivalent) in Political Science, International Relations or related subjects. Preference will be given to candidates who have recently completed their Master's degree. Ph.D. candidates are also welcome to apply but should recognize that during their tenure with the NATO-PA, their workday will be dedicated to Assembly defined projects. Candidates should be completely fluent in oral and written English and/or French. If neither is mother tongue, certified evidence of proficiency level will be required. Knowledge of other European languages is a further asset. Applicants should apply by type-written or word-processed letter, indicating their areas of interest and competence, nationality, and period of availability. A curriculum vitae and two letters of recommendation from referees well-acquainted with the applicant's recent work should also be forwarded to the International Secretariat. Please note that the Assembly receives a very large number of applications for only a few places. Applications for positions commencing in August 2002 should be received by April 20, 2002. Applications should be sent to: Director of Research Assistand Programme E-mail: stagiaires at naa.be NATO Parliamentary Assembly 3 place du Petit Sablon B - 1000 BRUSSELS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- Information for Candidates from Associate Delegation Nations ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- The NATO Parliamentary Assembly is the parliamentary consultative organization of the Atlantic Alliance, comprising about 200 members of the national parliaments of the 19 NATO member countries, as well as legislators from 17 associate member nations. The Assembly is divided into five committees: the Committee on the Civil Dimension of Security, the Defence and Security Committee, the Economics and Security Committee, the Political Committee and the Science and Technology Committee. The full Assembly meets twice a year in different member countries at the invitation of national parliaments. Sub-committees and Special Groups examine specific issues and conduct fact-finding missions throughout the year. The International Secretariat of the Assembly is based in Brussels and is staffed by some 30 people from the various NATO member countries. The main task of research assistants is to contribute, at the request of Committee Directors, to the research necessary for the drafting of the Assembly reports, although other administrative tasks can be expected of them. Research assistants from associate delegation nations are typically recruited for a period of one to three months. Due to the Assembly's work schedule, research assistants are usually requested to commence work in either January or July. The stipend is EURO 620 net per month. The Assembly provides a small furnished and equiped flat free of charge. Qualifications Preference is given to candidates who are employed in their national parliaments in a capacity relevant to international relations and/or security. Candidates with backgrounds in academia, government, policy research institutions or journalism are also considered. In general, candidates should have a Master's degree (or equivalent) in Political Science, International Relations or related subjects. In some cases, candidates who do not possess such a degree will be considered if they have relevant professional experience. Candidates should be completely fluent in oral and written English and/or French. If neither is mother tongue, certified evidence of proficiency level will be required. Knowledge of other European languages is a further asset. Applicants should apply by type-written or word-processed letter, indicating their areas of interest and competence, nationality, and period of availability. A curriculum vitae and two letters of recommendation from referees well-acquainted with the applicant's recent work should also be forwarded to the International Secretariat. Please note that the Assembly receives a very large number of applications for only a few places. Applications for positions commencing in August 2002 should be received by April 20, 2002. The names of those selected will be posted on this website. Applications or requests for information should be sent to: Director of Research Assistant Programme E-mail: stagiaires at naa.be NATO Parliamentary Assembly 3 place du Petit Sablon B - 1000 BRUSSELS From jeton at hotmail.com Mon Dec 17 19:16:43 2001 From: jeton at hotmail.com (Jeton Ademaj) Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2001 19:16:43 -0500 Subject: [NYC-L] Alb. Party/ Rock gig Message-ID: Hi Everybody, I hope u r all happy, safe n snugg. please pardon my brief 2-gig spam: 1st: this new Albanian Shindig being run as an alternative to the usual techno-folk, with a much more eclectic playlist, live percussionists along with dj's, a more layed back vibe and....... Me! I'll be performing on amplified Qifteli/toy synth-sampler/guitar and sequencing, not to mention some singing n ranting here n there. I asked the organizers if they are aware that my music is out to wayy out & my writing/singing has again been exploring politics and my male-to-male sex life in addition to my Albanian heritage, and they were encouraging and supportive. This for an outfit named after a muslim holy day! They also know how to throw an intelligent, fun party... Monday, December 24th - 9pm-til? at FLAMINGO (219 2nd avenue, bet. 13th & 14th, NY NY) $10 list, $15 dr - 4 list email fullname to info at buyrum.net b4 6pm 12/24 The online flyer can be found at: http://www.buyrum.net/ Also, I have a great, great band with legendary jazzman Daniel Carter on winds, a sweet young wackjob named Dustin Garlitz on tenor sax and a nice young super-monster named Mike Pride on drums, reeds, voice, toys and whatever he feels like that day. Along with me on qifteli, skronk guitar, toy samplers etc., we are called SMILE. Our band name is both a nice verb and a cybernetic acronym invented by Timothy Leary (see his book INFO-PSYCHOLOGY). We play free, and we've managed to squeeze in some of my singing and poetry without locking into standard sound-forms. I intend SMILE to be a comfort space for whatever the group feels in a given moment, and I bring my love of Hendrix, Sabbath, Coltrane, Dance Music, Folk 'n' Canonical (Albanian-/Appalachian-/"'"'World-'"'"/ Future-,etc), Hip-Hop and my imagination. We'll be joined by intrepid bassist-extraordinaire Jean-Guerly, who'll be floating us all in his oceanic electro-mixin' board fat bottomed sound. SMILE Saturday, December 29th 9pm $8.00 KnitActive Soundstage Knitting Factory 74 Leonard Street (5 blox south of canal, bet Broadway n Church) 212 219 3006 http://www.knittingfactory.com Please check the Village Voice Listings section when it hits newstands dec. 25th. Thanks for reading, Hope to say hi! to some of you soon, and all of you eventually... Peace Jeton 'Tony' Ademaj _________________________________________________________________ Join the world?s largest e-mail service with MSN Hotmail. http://www.hotmail.com From eb246 at columbia.edu Wed Dec 26 22:58:04 2001 From: eb246 at columbia.edu (Erkanda Bujari) Date: Wed, 26 Dec 2001 22:58:04 -0500 (EST) Subject: [NYC-L] Program Assistant for Central/Eastern European and Balkans Programs (fwd) Message-ID: ****************************************************************** ---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Wed, 26 Dec 2001 05:04:22 -0500 (EST) From: Rebekah Anne Klein To: othereurope at columbia.edu Subject: Program Assistant for Central/Eastern European and Balkans Programs (fwd) ---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Thu, 20 Dec 2001 15:29:26 +0100 From: Suzana Pani To: Halyna Senyk Cc: ceu-careers at mailhost.soros.org Subject: Program Assistant for Central/Eastern European and Balkans Programs Program Assistant for Central/Eastern European and Balkans Programs Nonprofit, professional local government association based in Washington, DC, seeking program assistant for its programs in Central/Eastern Europe and the Balkans. Duties: provide administrative, logistical, and programmatic support for international municipal partnerships, working with program managers, long and short-term consultants, US and international municipal officials, and international partner organizations; maintain program files and track program expenditures; assist in the preparation of budgets, grants and proposals; conduct research for program-related activities; coordinate study tours and other training programs. REQUIRES: Bachelor's degree in International Relations/Development, Political Science, Public Administration or related field; 2-3 years related work experience on programs in the region; exceptional written and oral communication skills; strong organizational and time management skills; workshop coordination and logistics experience; grant/proposal writing; proof reading or editing skills; computer skills (including all MS Office 2000 programs). PREFERS: experience working on USAID-funded contracts and grants; proficiency in a regional language; experience living and working in the region. SALARY: based on experience and qualifications. Please send resume and cover letter via e-mail to progasstctleasteur at icma.org Please include the word "resume" in your subject heading. No phone calls please.