Author: Edward Ortiz

International Day of the Girl Child

Today is the International Day of the Girl Child, established on December 19, 2011, by the United Nations to recognize girls' rights, address the challenges they face, and promote their empowerment and the fulfillment of their human rights.1 On October 9, 2024, the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) released a report on sexual … Continue reading International Day of the Girl Child →

A Reflection on Family Trauma

I have been debating for months—well, struggling is probably a better word—about writing this piece. It’s one of those things where writing in a journal isn’t enough, and I feel that what’s in my mind needs to be set free. I’ve written many times about family struggles while growing up and the absence of a … Continue reading A Reflection on Family Trauma →

Old Mistakes, New Agendas: The Futility of Censorship and Control

The human race is pretty amazing with its ability to endure difficulties and struggles. History shows that resiliency (the ability to meet, learn from, and not be crushed by the challenges and stresses of life.1 ) is deeply ingrained in our DNA. But sometimes, I wonder why we tend to repeat past mistakes. It’s as if, somehow, our brains … Continue reading Old Mistakes, New Agendas: The Futility of Censorship and Control →

Four Questions Every Manager Should Ask Themselves 

I recently read a fascinating article in The Economist about the four questions every manager should ask themselves. The article addresses the challenge of time management for managers who juggle their responsibilities with supervising others and navigating bureaucratic tasks. You can access the full article here. Below is a summary in case you can’t access it: "Would … Continue reading Four Questions Every Manager Should Ask Themselves  →