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March 29th, 2019 WLO News-Insides
Sharing by Professor Atara Sivan, Chairperson: World Leisure Organization – Hong Kong Chapter

Professor Atara Sivan, Board member of World Leisure Organization (WLO) and Chairperson of World Leisure Organization-Hong Kong Chapter (WLO-HK) was invited as a guest of honor to the graduation ceremony of “Boardgaming Instructor Certificate Program – Class of 2018” led by Jollythinkersand Play Infinityin Hong Kong. Graduates of the course, which targets individuals and groups … Continue reading “Sharing by Professor Atara Sivan, Chairperson: World Leisure Organization – Hong Kong Chapter”

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March 29th, 2019 WLO News-Insides
WLO Committees work intensely to implement the Working Plan

Several WL Committee online meetings have been celebrated during the first quarter of 2019. Ad hoc Committees bring together Board of Directors members to join efforts for the implementation of WLO’s Working Plan on specific areas: Board organization and Governance, Communication, Educational services, Financial and Fundraising, Membership, Strategic Priorities Grant, Research and Knowledge Transfer, and … Continue reading “WLO Committees work intensely to implement the Working Plan”

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March 29th, 2019 WLO News-Insides
4th World Leisure Expo Consultation Meeting was held in Hangzhou

On the 5th March 2019, the 4th World Leisure Expo Consultation Meeting was held on the premises of Hangzhou Municipal Government. Representatives of organizers and key stakeholders attended this meeting, including Hangzhou Municipal Government, Hangzhou Business Travel Group and West Lake Expo Company, and Prof. Ling Ping, member of the WLO Board of Directors.

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March 29th, 2019 WLO News-Members
AJ Richard (United States): “Leisure is the freedom to self-actualize”

We welcome AJ Richard, from the University of Northern Iowa (UNI) as WLO member. She looks forward to connecting with fellow researchers who share her interest in leisure as a means for social justice and transformation.

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February 27th, 2019 WLO News-Members
Yoav Brukner (Israel): “Leisure means to me the ability to make retired people have meaningful funny life and contribute to society from their vast capabilities”

Yoav Brukner believes there is a need to educate the retiring population about leisure in order to develop attitudes and values, and to provide knowledge and skills that enable them to be satisfied with life, have more fun, contribute to society and feel meaningful. This being aligned with WLO vision and mission, we are very … Continue reading “Yoav Brukner (Israel): “Leisure means to me the ability to make retired people have meaningful funny life and contribute to society from their vast capabilities””

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February 27th, 2019 WLO News-Members
Britanny D. Linde (United States): “I would like to be reunited with my passion — happiness and fulfillment through leisure engagement”

The WLO family keeps growing every day! Today we welcome Dr. Britanny D. Linde, from the United States, who works at Organizational Wellness & Learning Systems, Inc., and promotes leisure by incorporating it into organizational wellness work with her clients.

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February 27th, 2019 WLO News-Insides
WLO takes part in the UNWTO Working Group on SDGs Support

WLO Chief Operating Officer (COO), Dr. Cristina Ortega, took part in the meeting of the UNWTO Working Group on Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs) Support, held both at UNWTO Headquarters and online on the 13th February. WLO is an UNWTO Affiliate Member (AM), and this Working Group is precisely an initiative of the UNWTO AM Department.

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February 27th, 2019 WLO News-Insides
WL Youth Ambassadors participate in the Thailand International Folklore Festival

By Dr. Miklos Banhidi, chair of the World Leisure Youth Ambassadors Committee The Thailand International Folklore Festival (TIFF) took place between the 15th and the 31st January 2019). World Leisure Youth Ambassadors Committee (WLYA) was represented by a group of 34 young musicians (from USA, China, Hungary, South Korea, and Slovakia), members of YOUPECO (Young … Continue reading “WL Youth Ambassadors participate in the Thailand International Folklore Festival”

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February 14th, 2019 Sin categoría
Call for Papers “Leisure for Children and Youth” Special Issue – WLJ

Throughout the world, children and youth are experiencing changes in their surroundings that influence, enhance or challenge their leisure experiences. These events occur individually, but also within peer groups, families, communities, and social media and technology. There are many health, economic, educational, and environmental factors that children and youth face and will continue to confront … Continue reading “Call for Papers “Leisure for Children and Youth” Special Issue – WLJ”

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January 31st, 2019 WLO News-Members
Jo An M. Zimmermann (United States): “Leisure is having the free time and freedom to participate in activities which feed my soul”

We are happy to introduce you to our member Dr. Jo An M. Zimmermann, Associate Professor and Undergraduate Coordinator for the Recreation Administration program at Texas State University. We feel lucky to count on Jo An’s expertise in the Special Interest Group (SIG) on Leisure Management, which she co-facilitates together with Dr. John Tower.

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