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British Society for the Study of Vulval Disease

british society for the study of vulval disease

We are a true multidisciplinary society largely made up from the specialties of gynaecology, dermatology, genito-urinary medicine and pathology. Our membership consists of doctors and nurses and we work closely with allied health professionals aligned to vulval disease. This multidisciplinary approach to the speciality enables excellence in clinical outcomes and workforce training. We have a strong commitment to education and training working with our medical colleges striving to achieve high quality standards of care for patients. Our membership currently stands at 288 health professionals from a variety of different specialities. The objectives of the society The relief of suffering for patients with vulval diseases The promotion of research into the cause and management of vulval diseases The practice, art and science of understanding, diagnosing and managing vulval diseases Achievements include: Hosting clinical conferences. Our annual two-day meeting was held in Salisbury in April 2018 hosted by Dr Abi Kingston. It was an excellent conference and 146 delegates attended Guidelines on Vulval pain syndromes (published British Journal of Dermatology). Contribution to the NHS Clinical Knowledge on pruritus vulvae for primary care and first contact physicians. Completed a Cochrane review on lichen sclerosus treatment. Funding and clinically supporting the James Lind Alliance Priority Setting Partnership to identify and prioritise the top 10 future research questions for lichen sclerosus.

Bamboo Grove Tai Chi School

bamboo grove tai chi school

West Dorset

Tai Chi and Qigong for * Exercise * Health * Relaxation * Mindfulness * Personal Challenge Bamboo Grove Tai Chi School offers tuition in Chen-style Tai Chi and Qigong near Bridport, Dorchester and Weymouth, West Dorset, UK. Tai Chi and Qigong are profound systems of body-mind training ideal for helping people tackle many problems caused by modern life, such as sedentary, inactive lifestyles, endless "multitasking", chronic levels of stress, overuse of digital media and technology, and disconnection from nature. Our classes feature: * traditional tai chi and qigong for the modern world, deriving from authentic lineages; * balanced and flexible training, whatever your aims; * accessibility to people of all ages and most levels of physical fitness; * live, in-depth and time-efficient classes, supported by an increasing range of online material; * a clearly structured and progressive syllabus, with a highly experienced educator; * a registered, fully insured instructor of the Tai Chi and Qigong Union of Great Britain who has thirty years of specialist experience in the field of Chinese Internal Arts. All levels of student are welcome to join our classes, whether you are a complete beginner or already have some experience of tai chi and/or qigong.  However, as every school and class is a bit different, please explore as much of this site as you can in order to get a good idea of what we do.  You are, of course, welcome to contact us if you have any questions.

K9 First Aid

k9 first aid

Stirling

'Good course, picked up some good tips/knowledge today that will help with my dog walking business. Thank you' - Reviewed 11 Dec 21 'Very good and informative training' - Reviewed 11 Dec 21 'Great course, took time for questions and delivered perfectly' - Reviewed 11 Dec 21 'Under Covid guidelines this course was still amazing, felt safe and all safety measures were followed' - Reviewed 11 Dec 21 'I joined this course as a new dog owner and I wanted to equip myself with knowledge in case of injuries. This course definitely lived up to my expectations and I feel a lot calmer about looking after my dog in any case of injuries. Overall 10/10 course' - Reviewed 6 Nov 2021 'Recommend this course to others as I learnt a lot' - Reviewed 6 Nov 2021 'Nice relaxed atmosphere and very informative first aid course' - Reviewed 6 Nov 2021 'Everything was covered that I was hoping to learn, Thank you!' - Reviewed 6 Nov 2021 'The course was delivered in a relaxed and professional manner. Mervyn was extremely knowledgeable and his presentational skill was first class, Thank You' - Reviewed 9 Oct 2021 'Found it interesting & fun, learnt new information and am leaving with confidence to use the skills I've learnt, Thank You' - Reviewed 9 Oct 2021 'Great course and I now feel equipped to deal with a first aid emergency' - Reviewed 9 Oct 2021 'Very interesting course, well presented' - Reviewed 9 Oct 2021 'Good and interesting course. Very interactive even with Covid restrictions, Thank You' - Reviewed 9 Oct 2021 'Great course, good level of content, presented well with practical, people interaction and further points of info on hyperlinks. Good to have access to further info with ProTrainings online, would like to do Level 3' - Reviewed 11 Sep 2021 'Good course, very clear & enjoyable' - Reviewed 11 Sep 2021 'Really enjoyed the course, thank you' - Reviewed 11 Sep 2021 'Great course covering lots of topics, Good venue too. Will look forward to follow on videos to keep up to date' - Reviewed 14 Aug 2021 'Very useful course, thank you!' - Reviewed on 14 Aug 2021 'Good course overall, not rushed, answered all questions' - Reviewed on 10 July 2021 'Very Informative thorough course with good mix of theory & practical. Also, well set up in light of Covid'- Reviewed on 10 July 2021 'V. Informative and useful - handy for any dog owner'! Thank you :) - Reviewed on 10 July 2021 'Really enjoyed course, very informative and well laid out' - Reviewed on 12 June 2021 'Really enjoyed this informative course' - Reviewed on 12 June 2021 ‘Liked that it was a small class, great attention to COVID 19 protocol, friendly and informal but delivered in an informative and professional way’ - Reviewed on 15 May 2021 'Good grounding for aspects of first aid, easy to follow' - Reviewed on 14 Nov 2020 'Excellent course, will definitely be back for additional courses, Thanks' - Reviewed on 14 Nov 2020 'Great course and Info' - Reviewed on 19 Sep 2020

Camera School

camera school

I've taken other photography classes, but nothing compared to what I learned from the classes I took at Henry's. I looked forward to taking them each week. Jim, the instructor, was very knowledgeable, patient and explained the material with great detail. He took the time to fully answer any questions we had and provided quality feedback about my photography. Since taking the classes, everyone noticed the great improvement of my photos, and I'm more excited than ever to trying new things with the photography techniques I've learned. The other students in the class I was in also enjoyed it as much as I did, so much so that almost everyone took the more advanced classes together. Now, I no longer rely on the auto-mode on my camera and enjoy tweaking the setting and seeing the improvement of my photos. The classes and the expert instruction gave me the opportunities to see what potential my camera has and what setting work best in any given environment. I can't stress enough how many compliments on the improvement of my photos when posting on Facebook. My photos really now capture what I'm seeing, instead of dull version of real life. My only disappointment is that there's no more classes left for me to take. To anyone who wants to take their photography to the next level, The courses at Henry's Toronto are for you. Thank You Jim for opening my eyes on how easy it can be to capture truly special moments, and taking the lens-cap off of my imagination. - Kat Soderstrom FAQ/Contact Courses for Interchangeable lens (DSLR or Mirrorless) cameras I read everything I could get my hands on when I started photography as my new hobby and was skeptical that taking any courses would provide much more than I’d already learned. But I took the leap and signed up for Henry's 101 course with Jim Ogilvie. It was the best decision I made. Jim was great at explaining and demonstrating the various aspects of photography - I was amazed at how much we covered in 5 weeks. There’s no replacement for having an instructor walk you through concepts and answer your questions directly. I was so pleased that I signed up for 201 course with Jim and it was even better! I recommend both courses, whether you are brand new to photography or, like me, are self-taught and you know there may be some gaps. The quality of my work has grown and I credit Jim! - Judy Hauserman Taking the photo 101 and 102 courses at Henry's Toronto location are a great way to learn and be introduced to the world of photography. Jim is a wonderful instructor who is friendly, easygoing and has loads of knowledge on photography and different types DSLR cameras. These courses include both discussions and hands on assignments that further help you understand your camera and your new skills. - Sabrina Belardi-Redin

Clear 7 Consultancy

clear 7 consultancy

Ipswich

Clear 7 Consultancy is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This policy informs you of the data we collect, what we do with your information, what we do to keep it secure as well as the rights and choices you have over your personal information. The information we collect and when We only collect information that we know we will genuinely use and in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 which incorporates the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003. The type of information that we will collect on you, and you voluntarily provide to us on this website, enquiry form or other contact methods includes: - Your name - Telephone number(s) - Email address - Survey responses - Cookies - IP address. We may, in further dealings with you, extend this information to include your address, purchases, services used, and subscriptions and records of conversations and agreements. - You are under no statutory or contractual requirement or obligation to provide us with your personal information; however we require at least the information above in order for us to deal with you as a prospect or customer in an efficient and effective manner. - The legal basis for processing your data is based on your specific consent/performance of a contract/compliance with a legal obligation or our legitimate interest that we will have requested/stated at the point the information was initially provided. We will not store, process or transfer your data outside the parties detailed above unless we have an appropriate lawful reason to do so. How we use your information - To contact you, following your enquiry, reply to any questions, suggestions, issues or complaints you have contacted us about - Fulfilling our contract to provide you with the agreed service - Make available our services to you - Process your orders - For statistical analysis and to get feedback from you about our service. We occasionally may invite you to participate in a case study following an engagement - To power our security measures and services so you can safely access our website - Help us understand more about you as a customer, the products and services you consume, so we can serve you better - Contact you about services from us - Help answer your questions and solve any issues you have. Clear 7 Consultancy provides clear independent services to schools and academies helping them meet their legal responsibility to adhere to, and be seen to adhere to, the 7 principles of Public Life. Honesty, integrity, transparency, selflessness, objectivity, accountability, openness and leadership I have over 20 years experience of providing schools with business services. Many Headteachers, Business Managers and Governors will recognise me from training events and conferences where I have provided updates, training and guidance. I am a qualified Data Protection Practitioner and since May 2018 I have supported many schools and trusts with ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and the UK General Data Protection Regulations (UK GDPR).

Elite Teaching

elite teaching

Great Yarmouth

Philip Leung was born in the United Kingdom and raised in Australia. His entire primary, secondary and university education was completed in Australia. Philip attended a top private school in Australia on a full scholarship because of his outstanding academic and music abilities. Having scored in the top 0.3% of all secondary school students in his public examinations, Philip went on to complete an honours degree in Actuarial Science at the University of Melbourne. Afterwards, he worked as an actuary and software engineer for several years before discovering his passion in teaching. Since moving to Hong Kong three years ago, Philip has taught more than 50 students from top international schools and successfully helped them improve their grades. Philip firmly believes that he can provide the best learning experience for your child. Students from the Elite Community Hear what current and past students have to say about Elite Teaching. Hong Kong International School Hong Kong International School “Phil explains mathematical concepts very clearly and often shows me different ways to approach the same question. Because of this, I'm able to find the approach which suits me best.” Chinese International School Chinese International School “I really enjoy Phil’s teaching style. I feel completely comfortable letting him know when there’s anything I don’t understand.” Victoria Shanghai Academy Victoria Shanghai Academy “I study quite independently and Phil’s lessons help clarify anything that I’m unsure about.” Independent Schools Foundation Independent Schools Foundation “I already find my school material quite easy which is why I’ve decided to study ahead. Phil lets me learn at my own pace by allowing me to choose which topic I want to do next.” King George V School King George V School “Philip has helped me increase my marks for school assessments. His knowledge of mathematics goes beyond superficial understanding and addresses the basics of the topic.” Canadian International School Canadian International School “I was afraid of doing fractions and percentages but now I'm very confident with them. I really enjoy my lessons with Philip because he's able to explain concepts very creatively.” At Elite Teaching, we have students from some of the best schools in Hong Kong. Our lessons are aimed at secondary students attending Grade 7 or above. All students are required to have already mastered primary school mathematics, which includes basic operations as well as fractions, decimals and percentages. Curriculum The online courses cover the core material from the following curriculums: International Baccalaureate MYP/DP This curriculum is widely recognised and offered by most international schools in Hong Kong and abroad. Our courses give Middle-Year students more structure which helps them transition to their Diploma exams. GCSE/IGSCE/A-Levels The U.K. curriculum has very well-written questions and well-structured exams. We utilise a number of their questions to prepare students for their respective exams because we believe that they provide the best exam-style practice available.

Daftein

daftein

Everyone one of us has the potential to reach our goals. It’s just a matter of discovering what our goals are and bringing that side of ourselves to light, making it a significant part of who we are. How do you do that? You could do self-study and muddle your way through it, or you could take on the services of a personal coach to work with you on your development. Personal coaches can help you with a range of concerns. The most skilled of them will take your personality into account, understand what you want to achieve and tailor their guidance to suit your growth style. Finding a coach who gets you is already half the battle in your quest to live more meaningfully. A coach could be an invaluable asset to you in the following instances: Showcasing yourself as the best candidate for a position at work Learning to cope with and gradually move on from a loss Effectively marketing yourself and your business to expand your network Projecting yourself as a confident public speaker Finding a purpose in life, and more! Three people having a discussion outdor THE COACH Nahal Motahari NAHAL MOTAHARI My coaching method involves fostering an accurate and empathic understanding of your life journey as an individual who is willing to explore the meaning behind and the answers to questions like Who am I? What do I want to do? How should I overcome any challenges that stand in the way of my personal or professional development? In my quest to further improve upon my skills as a coach and my ability to guide you, I’ve taken and earned certifications in several courses that I apply holistically in my practice: Socratic Questioning in Psychotherapy & Counseling Working with Resisting Clients Choice Theory- Reality Therapy- Lead Management MBT (STEP-1) Workshop Mire Healthy Personality Workshop Nahal’s Coaching Method No coaching session of mine is the same — I adjust each encounter based on your needs and the progress you’ve made. To keep a little structure, however, I follow a certain flow to establish our direction and pace: First, you and I set up a session or two getting to know each other so the subsequent sessions will be open and relaxed. During this period, I will ask some questions to discern your needs and goals. The following session will then deal with the formalisation of the coaching agreement, wherein I will present the coaching strategy that I believe will benefit you most. As this is about your development, your input on my plan is very welcome. Together, we can fine-tune the map of your coaching journey. When that’s taken care of, you and I will embark on an exciting journey of self-discovery. I will be there to help you develop positive habits, attitudes and ways of interpreting situations so that you can eventually reach a point in life wherein you are comfortable and confident in your true self.

Career Path Academy

career path academy

The BEST NJ Real Estate School to get Licensed, Period. Get Your New Jersey Real Estate License with Career Path Academy Career Path Academy the premier New Jersey Real Estate School to get your real estate salesperson license or broker license with and become a realtor faster with us. We have Flexible Schedules, Full Time, Part Time, and Flexible Scheduling options available. Taking this class is the first step in starting a new career in real estate. Enroll now for the best price with the best NJ real estate school around. We are licensed by the NJ real estate commission, a division of the NJ Department of Banking and Insurance to offer New Jersey real estate licensing courses. Take the NJ real estate license class with Career Path Academy, take the course, and get licensed. We have instructor-led live interactive courses, webinars are actually taught in Zoom Meeting Mode, not the webinar mode to allows the student remotely attending classes to openly ask questions as freely as if they were taking in-person classes at our location. DISCOUNT SPECIAL Enroll and pay now for salesperson classes by Zelle or Cash We will give you $25 off our regular price (cannot be combined with any other discount) Learning Update: The In-person classes continue to be disrupted due to cases of positive Covid tests and quarantine periods. For that reason, we are currently running classes online via live, instructor-led meetings that are a lot more like in-person classes than you'd think. We never liked the mandated shut-downs of businesses and schools but trying to please all students and instructors, keeping up with reporting to the state and keeping the classroom disinfected, gas prices for travel, etc. it seems for the time being, this is actually a pretty good option doing remote learning for the time being, as long as the governor continues allowing it. This is not your typical Zoom-style online course. Our virtual classroom experience includes a live video stream of your instructor teaching, slide presentations, video clips, whiteboard illustrations & diagrams, custom handouts to download and the ability to have your questions answered in real-time in the open forum as if you were sitting in the classroom but all from the comfort of home. We also include recordings of the class at no additional cost, quizzes and so much more. Before signing up for a class with another school, don't fall for gimmicks they try to pass off as premium, premier or ultimate packages or as some kind of "extra" which is and should be included like we do. First off check out their instructors to see if they are licensed actively in New Jersey as they should be. Look up their names here: https://tinyurl.com/njrelicensesearch These are included or free, it's just information they tell you about but market as a bonus upgrade packages to tell you that you can get licensed in 3 states by taking our class. Yeah, get licensed here in NJ, and in NY and PA just by using your completion certificate from us to get an education waiver in those states but you still need to take an exam and affiliate with a broker to get licensed there. Some never bring up the book, we include it, others it's extra up charge, to certify your 75 hours with the state that shouldn't be extra, teaching you about math or giving you study guides or learning about property management or talking about investing are standard parts of the course. Schools are required to go over certain topics in order for you to be able to pass the state exam. Schools should not be "placing" you with any brokerage or doing recruiting from the classroom. We give you a list of questions to ask and tell you what to look out for when selecting a broker as opposed to getting interviewed by them. Our courses include bonus materials and resources no other schools offer teaching you how to get started on a shoestring budget without skimping on quality tools and resources you WILL need once you get licensed. Our examples and videos included in the course are topic related and give real-world examples so you can better understand how to perform once in the business and know what not to do. All of our instructors are Licensed NJ Brokers or Broker-Salespersons and our student pass rates are extremely high. We guarantee you'll pass and you can retake the class as many times as you'd like within 1 year to ensure it. We give students 6 months to complete the school coursework and include your first 2 exam attempts.

Shearwater Sailing School

shearwater sailing school

5.0(8)

Ipswich

As we are a small school, we can be very flexible with the full range of RYA courses we offer. From RYA Start Yachting to RYA Yachtmaster Offshore, and more. Not sure what course to take, or require something not listed below, we can help. Sailing.jpg RYA Competent Crew This is a 5 day practical course where you can achieve your first major sailing certificate. The RYA Competent Crew course is aimed at beginners to the world of sailing, with little or no experience, who want to become active crew members rather than just passengers. After the course, you will be able to steer a yacht, handle sails, keep a lookout, row a dinghy and assist in the day-to-day routines of sailing a yacht as well as rope handling and general duties. No age limit. 5 Day Sailing Course - £695 RYA Instructor/Student Ratio max 1:5. We normally sail with 1:4 Check Dates And Availability IMG_2589_cropped.JPG RYA Day Skipper The RYA Day Skipper practical course is aimed at aspiring skippers who have some yachting experience and basic navigation. You’ll learn to skipper short passages, enter and exit ports , emergency skills such as Man Overboard training and how to sail up to and tie up to a mooring buoy. To take this course, you must have completed at least 5 days, 100 miles and 4 night hours on board a sailing yacht, and must be 16 or older. 5 Day Sailing Course - £695 RYA Instructor/Student Ratio max 1:5. We normally sail with 1:4 Check Dates And Availability IMG_3247.JPG RYA Coastal Skipper Or Yachtmaster Offshore Prep The RYA Coastal Skipper practical course is aimed at yachtsmen and women with considerable knowledge of sailing and navigation who are wanting to undertake coastal passages by day and night. After this course, you will have the confidence to skipper a yacht on a coastal passage by day or night. Or if completing the Yachtmaster Offshore prep you will arrange with the school to book a RYA Examiner to take the 8/10 hour practical exam soon afterwards. To take this course(Coastal) you will have completed at least 15 days, 300 miles, 8 night hours and 2 days as skipper on board a sailing yacht, and must be 17 for Coastal and 18 for Yachtmaster Offshore for which you will need 2500 miles and three skippered passages over 60 miles plus 50 night hours. 5 Day Sailing Course - £695 RYA Instructor/Student Ratio max 1:5. We normally sail with 1:4 Check Dates And Availability 29FE2516-6577-497D-8408-48B6C4F6E63B.jpeg RYA VHF/DSC RADIO COURSE A radio is an important piece of safety equipment on board and it is vital to understand the correct procedures for using it and communicating with other boats and ground based stations. This course is a requirement for anyone who owns a fixed or handheld marine VHF radio. The Short Range Certificate (SRC) is the minimum qualification required by law to control the operation of VHF and VHF Digital Selective Calling (DSC) equipment on any British flagged vessel voluntarily fitted with a radio. Materials supplied. VHF book and exam paper. Age 16 to complete the exam but no age limit to complete the course. 1 Day Course - £120 + £60 fee Instructor/Student Ratio max 1:8 Check Dates And Availability CD6D9CE2-D2DD-4FB3-BB66-AB441E5D4595.jpeg First Aid The 1 day First Aid course covers all the usual first aid subjects, all from a boating perspective. Additionally, this course covers: drowning protocol, cold, shock and hypothermia, seasickness, dehydration and helicopter rescue. It is aimed at anyone who goes afloat, whether on inland waters, rivers, estuaries or on cross channel passages. In a medical emergency, a little first aid knowledge and immediate action can save lives, especially in remote locations. Materials supplied. First aid handbook 1 Day Course - £120 Instructor/Student Ratio max 1:8 Check Dates And Availability 4631236162.jpg London, France, Belgium & Holland Cruises We offer two fantastic mile building cruises. - 6 day cruise into London - 7 day cruise to France, Belgium and/or Holland. These are not only excellent for those who need to build up miles for their Yachtmaster certificates, but also a great way to get your Day Skipper or Coastal Skipper qualification. 7/10 Day Cruise Check Dates And Availability Sailing.jpg Start Yachting 2 Day course The Start Yachting course is a fantastic introduction to sailing for complete beginners. The 2 day Start Yachting course covers all the basics and essential skills needed to go on too, and complete the Competent Crew course in a reduced time of 3 days instead of the usual 5. Although not a requirement for the Competent Crew course, it does offer a great opportunity to get on the water and see what it's like before making the leap to a full 5 day course. You won't see this course listed in our course schedule, but it is offered during the first 2 days of any 5 day course. Get in touch for more details. Get In Touch To Find Out More 17522596_606534616220837_3554248376439535476_n.jpg Day Skipper Theory This course equips you with enough knowledge to navigate around familiar waters by day. A basic knowledge of lights is also included to introduce you to night cruising. Topics include: essentials of coastal navigation and pilotage chart work electronic charts position fixing plotting a course to steer weather forecasting & tides and much more… This course is taught over 40 hours plus two exam papers. Materials supplied. DS Theory pack, almanac, exam papers and certificate. 40 Hour Course Instructor/Student Ratio max 1:10 Check Dates And Availability IMG_0794.jpg Coastal Skipper/ Yachtmaster Offshore Theory This course is aimed at sailors who have completed the Day Skipper course and wish to take their sailing skills to the next level by focusing on advanced navigation and meteorology. Topics include: course shaping and plotting use of almanacs and admiralty publications plotting weather systems collision regulations and much more… The course is taught over 40 hours plus three exam papers. Materials supplied. YM theory pack, almanac, exam papers and certificate. 40 Hour Course Instructor/Student Ratio max 1:10 Check Dates And Availability Next Course Winter 2023 RYA Diesel Course This one-day beginners’ course will help you prevent and solve diesel engine failures. The course covers: Principles of diesel engine operation Systems and parts of the engine Fault finding Rectification of common problems Bleeding the fuel system Changing the impeller Routine maintenance Winter lay up procedures This course teaches you how your engine works, how to keep it healthy by using basic checks and maintenance procedures, and how to get it started again in the event of a breakdown. diesel-engine.png Find Out When In addition to the above RYA Courses, we also offer a range of flexible solutions to meet your needs. Family sails, lasting a day or a whole week with an instructor as skipper. Two day brush up sails. Two day ICC Training Course and Exam. Own Boat Tuition where an RYA Instructor assists you on your own boat. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions. Get In Touch Today 4634409373.jpg Hi Mark and Tom, Just wanted to say how much we enjoyed our introduction to sailing course last week - you were amazingly calm the entire time - even when that boat was heading towards us and we were packing the sail away as Cecily steered! We are all really looking forward to our holiday even more now and will send you a photo of us all - in Shearwater t-shirts of course! Hope you are surviving in this wet weather! We are v bored and would rather be sailing! Jude (Start Yachting) Subscribe Keep up today with all of our courses and specials by signing up to our regular newsletter. First Name Last Name Email Address SIGN UP We respect your privacy.

British Society For Middle Eastern Studies

british society for middle eastern studies

London

Our Aims To encourage and promote interest and study of the Middle Eastern cultural region from the end of classical antiquity to the present day in particular but not exclusively through the dissemination of information and by the encouragement of co-operation amongst persons concerned with the scholarly study of the region. Statement of Purpose Founded in 1973, BRISMES provides a forum for educators and researchers in Middle East Studies. Membership is open to all regardless of nationality or country of residence. We work to promote interest in Middle East Studies and to raise awareness of the region and how it is connected to other parts of the world, including the UK. Middle East Studies is a diverse field, which encompasses all the humanities and social sciences and reaches from the present back to classical antiquity. The long history of our field of study has made us particularly aware of the connections between knowledge and power. We see connections between research, education, teaching and fundamental questions of social change. We do not believe that research and education should be divorced from the wider social and political context nor that it should exist to serve elites. We believe that a commitment to promote research and education in Middle East Studies involves a duty to consider the conditions under which knowledge is produced and disseminated, and if necessary, to speak out against power structures and interests that prevent the flourishing of research and education in our field.