SCAP announces with immense joy that it is in full support of Pope Francis in his mercy filled humanitarian initiatives and joins to declare with Ban ki -moon, the UN Secretary General,“[Pope Francis] is a man of humility and humanity, and he is a man of moral voice, and purpose.”
Wednesday, September 16, 2015
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
Insurance coverage
The estimate, prepared by IRDA, is sharply lower than that of the World Bank.
Fresh official data show the number of people covered by health insurance in India could be far fewer than estimated. Only 21.62 crore people, or 17 per cent of the total population, were covered by health insurance at the end of March 2014
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Friday, September 11, 2015
International Peace day,Sep.21
SCAP is happy to announce that we are participating in the International Peace day celebrations to be celebrated on 21Sep. 2015. The venue for this years celebration is Cardinal higher Secondary School, Thrikkakara. We join hands with International Cities Of Peace . Our dream is to make Kochi a peace city. You are all invited to join this noble venture!
International Peace Day,Sep.21
May Peace Prevail in the World
" Each year the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on 21 September. The General Assembly has declared this as a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples.
The theme of this year’s commemoration is “Partnerships for Peace – Dignity for All” which aims to highlight the importance of all segments of society to work together to strive for peace. The work of the United Nations would not be possible without the initial partnerships that were active in its creation and the thousands of partnerships each year between governments, civil society, the private sector, faith-based groups and other non-governmental organizations that are needed to support the Organization in achieving its future goals."
Monday, September 7, 2015
India'rank in Global Peace Index:
As per recently released Global Peace Index (GPI) for year 2015, India was placed at 143th rank out 162 countries. The report was published by Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP). India’s rank has remained same compared to previous year global rankings. Key facts from Global Peace Index 2015 Top 10 peaceful countries: Iceland (1st), Denmark (2nd), Austria (3rd), New Zealand (4th), Switzerland (5th), Finland (6th), Canada (7th), Japan (8th), Australia (9th) and Czech Republic (10th). Top 10 least peaceful countries: North Korea (153rd), Pakistan (154th), Congo (155), Sudan (156), Somalia (157), Central Africa (158th), South Sudan (159th), Afghanistan (160th), Iraq (161st) and Syria (162nd). India’s neighbours: Bhutan (18th), Nepal (62nd), Bangladesh (84th), Sri Lanka (114th), Pakistan (154th). In 2014, the violent events had cost $14.3 trillion from the global economy. It accounted for 13.4% of global GDP. About 50 million people i.e. 0.75% of the current world population are displaced. In 2014, deaths from terrorism were reported in 69 countries reported. It was up from 60 in 2013 highlighting the increasing use of terror tactics. In case of India, violence has cost it $341.7 billion i.e. 4.7% of its GDP in 2014 which is the fourth highest cost in the world
. About Global Peace Index (GPI) It is an annual report published by the Sydney (Australia) based Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) since 2007. GPI uses 22 indicators to measure levels of world peace. Indicators range from a nation’s level of military expenditure to its relations with neighboring nations and the percentage of prison population in 162 countries. It also includes safety and security in society, extent of domestic and international conflict. The IEP is an international and independent think tank dedicated to draw the world’s attention towards peace as a positive, achievable, and tangible measure of human well-being and development. in 2015 Current Affairs, International Current Affairs, National Current Affairs 2015 Tags: India • Terrorism • World Peace Advertiseme
As per recently released Global Peace Index (GPI) for year 2015, India was placed at 143th rank out 162 countries. The report was published by Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP). India’s rank has remained same compared to previous year global rankings. Key facts from Global Peace Index 2015 Top 10 peaceful countries: Iceland (1st), Denmark (2nd), Austria (3rd), New Zealand (4th), Switzerland (5th), Finland (6th), Canada (7th), Japan (8th), Australia (9th) and Czech Republic (10th). Top 10 least peaceful countries: North Korea (153rd), Pakistan (154th), Congo (155), Sudan (156), Somalia (157), Central Africa (158th), South Sudan (159th), Afghanistan (160th), Iraq (161st) and Syria (162nd). India’s neighbours: Bhutan (18th), Nepal (62nd), Bangladesh (84th), Sri Lanka (114th), Pakistan (154th). In 2014, the violent events had cost $14.3 trillion from the global economy. It accounted for 13.4% of global GDP. About 50 million people i.e. 0.75% of the current world population are displaced. In 2014, deaths from terrorism were reported in 69 countries reported. It was up from 60 in 2013 highlighting the increasing use of terror tactics. In case of India, violence has cost it $341.7 billion i.e. 4.7% of its GDP in 2014 which is the fourth highest cost in the world
. About Global Peace Index (GPI) It is an annual report published by the Sydney (Australia) based Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) since 2007. GPI uses 22 indicators to measure levels of world peace. Indicators range from a nation’s level of military expenditure to its relations with neighboring nations and the percentage of prison population in 162 countries. It also includes safety and security in society, extent of domestic and international conflict. The IEP is an international and independent think tank dedicated to draw the world’s attention towards peace as a positive, achievable, and tangible measure of human well-being and development. in 2015 Current Affairs, International Current Affairs, National Current Affairs 2015 Tags: India • Terrorism • World Peace Advertiseme
Sunday, June 17, 2012
For a Culture of Peace!
India , a land of culture and wisdom , abode of many religions, is poisoned by an increasing rate of violence, both physical and passive.Once a peaceful country,it is ranked very low in safety and trust. May be it a global problem but for India, supposed to be a leader in world peace, we have to look at the problem very seriously. From a culture of violence, a shift to a culture of peace is what India needs today. In my opinion the best possible way is educating our children for a culture of peace.This could be done both formally and informally and will eventually lead to societal involvement and societal change!.All organisations working in the field of peace should work hand in hand. There are so many NGOs and Governmental organisations working for this good cause, but they need integration. Attitudinal change is possible only through a united action.I hope Wiser India can take a good lead by bringing like-minded people and organisations who are determined and committed to make India wiser in all aspects!
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Thursday, February 10, 2011
Compassion
Compassion - A Wonderful Human Quality
The English word "compassion" is derived from the Latin language term "compati" that means "to suffer with." [From "com" meaning "together" and "pati" meaning "to suffer".
In French language, the word "compassion" denotes "a fellowship in feeling."
Every family is a place that presents many an opportunity to both demonstrate and experience this wonderful human value called compassion.
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"It is in deep solitude that I find the gentleness with which I can truly love my brothers. The more solitary I am the more affection I have for them. Solitude and silence teach me to love my brothers for what they are, not for what they say."
- Thomas Merton
"Compassion is the basis of morality." - Arnold Schopenhauer
"Compassion is the ultimate and most meaningful embodiment of emotional maturity. It is through compassion that a person achieves the highest peak and deepest reach in his or her search for self-fulfillment." - Arthur Jersild
"Never apologize for showing feeling. When you do so, you apologize for the truth." - Benjamin Disraeli
"Compassion is not sentiment but is making justice and doing works of mercy. Compassion is not a moral commandment but a flow and overflow of the fullest human and divine energies." - Matthew Fox
"If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion." - The Dalai Lama
"I would rather feel compassion than know the meaning of it." - Thomas Aquinas
"Compassion will cure more sins than condemnation." - Henry Ward Beecher
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