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In a land there was a tyrant king. During the reign of that king, there was a cruel practice of burning girl children. A young boy named Mo was disturbed by this scene. He believed everyone should be treated equally in society. He remembered God’s word; All are equal.

Mo decided to speak against this injustice. Standing up to the elders in the society and boldly declaring that girls have the right to live and work like men. He called for an end to the barbaric practice of killing girls.

Amazed at Mo’s bravery, the elders dismissed him as mad. They argue that women are a financial burden, unable to lead society. But Mo was discouraged. If everyone’s mother died in childhood, how would they be born? He warns them that if they do not stop their inhuman activities and do not give proper respect to women, he will apply a powerful spell called “Gajab”.

Gajab is considered a force of nature that can bring disasters such as storms, ice and sleet, which can cause something to boil over. Fearing this threat, elders agreed to change their ways and started giving women and children equal opportunities. But it is one thing on paper and different in reality.

Mo continued his fight for equality. He believed that one day men and women would have equal ownership of land and houses.

Author’s note: A reader will likely understand the text with at least an 8th-grade education (age 13-14), and it should be pretty easy for most adults to read.

একবার গৌতম বুদ্ধ তাঁর কয়েকজন অনুসারী নিয়ে ভ্রমণ করছিলেন ।
পথে এক হ্রদ পড়লে বুদ্ধ তাঁর শিষ্যদের একজনকে বললেন, "আমি তৃষ্ণার্ত। আমার জন্য হ্রদ থেকে কিছু পানি আনো।"

শিষ্য হ্রদে গিয়ে পৌঁছানো মাত্র একটি গরুর গাড়ি হ্রদ অতিক্রম করতে শুরু করে। ফলে পানিতে ঘূর্ণন ওঠে এবং তা কর্দমাক্ত হয়ে যায়।

শিষ্য ভাবলো " এই পানি আমি বুদ্ধকে কী করে পান করতে দেব?"

তাই তিনি ফিরে আসেন এবং বুদ্ধকে বলেন, "সেখানে পানি খুব ময়লা। এটা পান করার উপযুক্ত না ।"

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At kuthuri noy doroja ata. The theory of multiple intelligences, proposed by psychologist Howard Gardner, suggests that there are nine different types of intelligences, rather than a single, general intelligence. These intelligences include:Linguistic intelligence: Involves sensitivity to spoken and written language, and the ability to learn languages.Logical-mathematical intelligence: Involves logical reasoning, problem-solving, and mathematical skills.Spatial intelligence: Involves the ability to think in three dimensions, visualize objects, and navigate spatial environments.Musical intelligence: Involves skill in performing, composing, and appreciating musical patterns.Bodily-kinesthetic intelligence: Involves physical coordination, dexterity, and skill in activities requiring body movement.Interpersonal intelligence: Involves understanding and interacting effectively with others.Intrapersonal intelligence: Involves understanding oneself, including one's own feelings, motivations, and goals.Naturalistic intelligence: Involves recognizing and categorizing natural objects and understanding natural phenomena.Existential intelligence: Involves grappling with questions about existence, meaning, and the human condition.On the other hand, the theory of hierarchy of needs, proposed by psychologist Abraham Maslow, suggests that human needs are arranged in a hierarchy, with basic physiological needs at the bottom and higher-order needs at the top. The hierarchy includes:Physiological needs: These are the basic needs for survival, such as food, water, shelter, and sleep.Safety needs: These include the need for safety and security, stability, and freedom from fear and anxiety.Love and belongingness needs: These include the need for love, affection, belongingness, and acceptance from others.Esteem needs: These include the need for self-esteem, achievement, recognition, and respect from others.Self-actualization needs: These are the highest-level needs, involving the realization of one's potential, self-fulfillment, and personal growth.Both theories are widely used in pedagogical decision-making to understand and address the diverse needs and intelligences of students. Educators can use these theories to design instructional strategies that cater to different types of intelligences and to create a supportive learning environment that addresses students' hierarchy of needs, ultimately enhancing their overall learning experience.

Background: Eco-Cycle Project
Rationality: There are 158,348 properties in New York that have greater than a 26% chance of being severely affected by flooding over the next 30 years. This represents 30% of all properties in New York. New York, NY Flood Map and Climate Risk Report - Risk Factor
November 17, 2023. the highest flood risk for low-income renters includes East Bronx, East Harlem, the east coast of Staten Island, southern and eastern Brooklyn, the Lower East Side of Manhattan, and southern Queens. Flood-Prone Basement Housing in New York City and the Impact on Low
January 09, 2024. Governor Hochul proposed a series of policies to protect New York homes and businesses from future flooding. Actions include Creating the Resilient & Ready Program to create a flexible fund to support resiliency efforts for low- and moderate-income homeowners ahead of future storms.
Governor Hochul Announces Comprehensive Resiliency Plan to ...
To address the critical issue of life-threatening situations caused by flooding in homes and the contamination of nearby rivers and the Atlantic Ocean with landfill pollutants and plastic, there is a crucial need to implement large-scale rainwater harvesting projects in New York. By catching and harvesting rainwater, homeowners, renters, and the neighborhood rivers and oceans can be protected from harmful pollutants. This initiative goes beyond individual safety and environmental protection; it also benefits the city's municipal clean water supply by meeting the increasing demand from residents. Therefore, there is a significant call of duty to implement rainwater harvesting on a massive scale to prevent further environmental damage and ensure the health and safety of all New Yorkers.
Project Title: Enhancing Water Resilience through Community-Based Rainwater Harvesting in the Bronx.
Overall Goal:
To increase water resilience and reduce strain on municipal water resources in the Bronx area by implementing rainwater harvesting systems in 50 households.
Specific Objectives (SO):
Specific Objective 1: Install rainwater collection systems to capture and store rainwater for non-potable uses, including irrigation, toilet flushing, and cleaning. This will reduce reliance on municipal water sources and promote water conservation.
Specific Objectives 2: Conduct educational programs, community meetings, and outreach activities to raise awareness about rainwater harvesting, engage residents in the project planning and implementation process, and foster community ownership of rainwater harvesting systems, ensuring the initiative’s long-term sustainability and effectiveness.

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