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Global poverty is a huge problem for humanity today. Challenges and issues it brings, such as hunger, health problems, no education, unemployment and similar are more than serious to make us be more aware and get involved to help in any way possible. We are an organisation dedicated to helping children globally by providing resources, support and advice.
SERVICES
With a wide range of services dedicated to all children in any need, we can provide many opportunities which lead to developing skills and knowledge which will make the foundation of ensuring children and people in their surroundings.
CONFERENCE, TRAINING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
With over 15 years experience of working with the most vulnerable and deprived children in inner-city areas of London, Kids Company is in a position to share the knowledge and expertise derived from intervening directly with this client group.
With the practical and emotional support we give to them we can help them build and thrive needed skills for adulthood. With our programs, young people with difficult start in life have an opportunity for proper education, training, and employment as any other.
OUR GOALS
Our mission is based on believing that every child with just a little help and support can bring the very best, no matter if the issue is sexual exploitation, child poverty, violence or malnutrition.
OUR BLOG
Children and family all around the world have the opportunity to read the posts we share which makes a great way of connection and makes a great aspect of help and support.
How to get your business online
Are you looking to get your business online? With all the Domain and Web Hosting jargon it can be a daunting task, but fear not, in this guide we’ll list the steps needed to get your business up and running online.
Your Brand
Your brand name is how people see and relate to you so you’ll need a domain name where people can find you. For example your company may be called “Jog Bloggs” so a domain name such as joebloggs.co.uk would be a good fit.
Your Domain
Once you’ve thought of your brand and domain name you are going to need a place to buy it and also decide on the type of domain extension you are going to use. For a UK company we always recommend a .co.uk domain but if you have a company which has an international influence then the best option is a .com domain. Other domain extensions are also available including .biz for a business and .org for an organisation to name a few.
Web Hosting
Web Hosting is where you website files will be stored, you can imagine this as your domain is like the computer and your web hosting as the hard drive. They are several factors that you need to think of when choosing your web hosting:
- Server location – Are they in the same country or near to you?
- How much disk space and bandwidth you’ll need to create your website
- Does the web hosting provider offer online and out of hours support?
- Do they include SSL (Secure Socket Layer – to encrypt your website)
- Web Hosting uptime guarantee (SLA – Service Level Agreement)
All of these factors should be taken into consideration before taking out any type web hosting to cover both you and your website should it suddenly go offline.
Server Location
Server location is important due to the distance between yourself and the host, if you choose a provider which is within the same country as you then you’ll find the distance is shorter which causes a low ping rate and your connection and speed will be faster.
On the other hand if you choose a provider which is on the other side of the planet, let’s say you’re based in the UK and have web hosting in Australia you’ll find your website is slow to load and your ping is much higher.
Disk Space & Bandwidth
Determining how much disk space and bandwidth is required for both storing your files and making sure you’re covered so your website isn’t restricted can be both confusing and annoying. Providers such as Web Hosting UK offer an anytime upgrade plan to cover you in these events so you can start with their smallest hosting and upgrade when necessary.
Bandwidth is the amount of users allowed to your website which is monitored monthly; hosting providers generally limit bandwidth so that server resources are not overused causing servers to slow down.
SSL or Secure Socket Layer
An SSL or Secure Socket Layer has now become an essential part of the hosting industry to provide encryption from passwords when you are entering them on your website. Businesses with e-commerce shops or sensitive information use SSL’s to provide them with more security, preventing theft of accounts, or even worse the whole website.
Uptime SLA
Every host should provide you within their terms and conditions or on their website a SLA (Service Level Agreement). The industry standard is usually around 99.99% uptime guarantee per month which gives them a max of around 45 minutes downtime per month. Web Hosting providers sometimes offer a clause if they are down longer than this to offer the customer some form of compensation such as free hosting for the next month.
CMS or Coding
If you are not familiar with coding using HTML or CSS then we’d recommend using a CMS or Content Management System for you to easily manage your site. The most common recommendation is WordPress and according to W3Techs, WordPress powers 34% of all the websites on the Internet. Other options include Blogger, Drupal and Joomla for more experienced users.
Should you want to code your website yourself we recommend software such as atom.io which is lightweight and easy to use.
Summary
Firstly research your brand and decide what your business name will be, using the same domain name if available as your brand is a recommended solution but may not be available if it’s a common brand name.
Buy your domain name and web hosting from a web hosting provider which is both reliable and will give you online support should you need it. Don’t forget to find out their server location, uptime guarantee, if they offer a content management system and SSL should you require one.
How to Improve Your Credit for a Mortgage
Do you want to get your mortgage application approved? Checking your credit reports and credit score is just one of the many things you need to do in order to increase your chances of getting approved. Here are others:
Get an up to date credit report
Your mortgage lender will look at three key information when you submit your home loan application. These are (1) a steady source of income, (2) down payment, and (3) a solid credit history. An up to date credit report will show you if there is anything that will hurt your credit standing.
Clear up inaccurate information
Wrong information can hurt your credit score and your chances of getting approved. Fix any misinformation in your credit history. If there are discrepancies, make sure to dispute these with the authorities. If you have proof, these discrepancies can be easily removed from your credit report.
Make sure you have no delinquent accounts
Delinquent accounts cover anything from bills in collection, judgments, charge-offs, and late accounts. Outstanding delinquent accounts can negatively affect your credit rating and hurt your chances of getting approved. Make sure to pay off any delinquencies to convince mortgage lenders that you’ll make your payments on time.
You can bury your delinquent accounts by establishing a pattern of timely payments. Don’t apply for a mortgage at least 6 months after you’ve made a late payment or paid off delinquencies. Remember, the older the delinquency, the better your credit standing looks and your chances of getting approved with competitive interest rates skyrockets.
Keep your debt-to-income ratio at a minimum
Your mortgage lender will think twice in approving your mortgage application if your debt-to-income ratio is high. To better your chances, bring your debt-to-income ratio down to 12% of your income. Harding Mortgages recommend that if you can bring it even lower, the better. Remember that once your mortgage is approved, your debt-to-income ratio will skyrocket. This should not exceed 43% of your income so you’ll still have money left for your other expenses.
Avoid getting new debt
Even if your debt-to-income ratio is below 12%, taking on any new debt can hurt your credit standing as this will make mortgage lenders suspicious of your capacity to pay. Stay away from any form of debt until after your mortgage is approved. This includes anything from getting a new car, tv, bike computers or buying new appliances using your credit card.
Close unused credit cards, direct debits, and mobile contracts
Lenders may also consider the amount of credit you have access to when applying for a home mortgage. Close all credit accounts that you no longer need or use. And make sure you contact the bank or provider to close the account — cutting up cards is not enough! Don’t be surprised if these people will ask you tons of questions about why you want to leave. So, be ready to stand your ground!
Improving your credit rating will increase your chances of getting approved for a mortgage.
Learn to become a Bartender
Bartenders are magicians who fuse in some spirits, fruit juices, and other ingredients to create a soothing elixir. It’s an art that needs an in-depth study of various spirits, their combinations, and even the history of a drink. Combining cocktails and mocktails with their additions may seem like an effortless task, but only a bartender knows that years of consistent dedication is needed to be in pace with the bar life.
The image that first comes to the mind as one hears the word bartender is of a man standing on the other side of the bar table and vigorously shaking a glass-like apparatus. Well, that’s not it. Being a bartender is a job done with ultimate passion and precision to the skill. Their role includes knowing numerous amounts of drink recipes, the serving techniques, correct gas mixes, and even virtually measuring the intoxication levels of customer. They work at lightning speeds to create drinks for customers.
Here are some ways you can learn how to become a bartender:
Enrol in an academy
Rising demand for skilled bartenders has paved the way for numerous institutions providing training in this profession. Courses are offered at various academies such as the European Bartender School ranging from duration of 2 to 4 weeks. Schools such as these help students acquire detailed knowledge of different spirits and other beverages. Trial and error is the mode of teaching at such prestigious schools. Here, students learn to start things from scratch by making a cocktail or mocktail and then to mix liquids into a drink with their knowledge and imagination.
Being a pro at the basics is always the best way to achieve success in any field. Any student who completes the course is equipped with knowledge of more than 65 drinks. They are later presented with the certification of a bartender by the local authority which serves as a mandate for being a pro at bar drink counters.
Hunt for proper online courses
The internet has opened doors for a lot of opportunities. If a full-time bartender course is not an option for you, there are various sites online that could get you equipped with the basics of bartending. Youtube channels such as Tipsy Bartender, Bartending Pro, Small screen drinks, and Bar-times are some of the many channels that can help in learning the art. Being an ardent follower of these channels can help one learn about various drink recipes and shooter recipes along with many bartending tips and tricks. Real-time videos can help you practise the art in the comfort of your home and earn the skills without experience or certification. Many bartending academies lend online services to pupils who can’t attend school. The European bartender school has its own Youtube channel which showcases the art of creating drinks that anyone with a passion could easily replicate.
Real-time learning
Real-time learning requires one to visit the bar and observe a bartender diligently. These kinds of visits could help in learning various techniques of shaking, mixing, and serving of drinks. The only condition is that one needs to be sober at that point. Opting for a job of a bar-back or the assistant of a bartender could also help a lot in understanding the duties better.
Most of the talented bartenders started at the post of a bar-back and then steadily worked their way up. Doing this helps get acquainted with the minutest detail of bartending. The role of a bar back is a terrific opportunity for aspiring bartenders to learn the basics and also be experienced enough to work at lightning speeds. All the toil as a bar-back is going to add up as rigorous training and real-time experience. This substantial work would pay off once you land the job of a bartender.
Once, the job of a bartender was considered a secondary occupation or a temporary setup, but with time, things have changed. The beginning of the 20th century saw a rise in the number of women bartenders, also known as barmaids. Cocktail competitions such as World Class and Bacardi Legacy play an essential role in popularizing the profession and recognizing the most talented bartenders. Restaurants are the most common working spaces, but your passion may lead you to be the magician on an exotic cruise or posh overseas parties.
Remember that a bartender is a people’s person. He/ she is a conversation starter and loves to be in the limelight. Amongst all of these, he is the one who could make everyone’s life happier with just one glass of magic.
Makeup For Contact Lenses
One of the main reasons women & some kids prefer contact lenses to glasses is that contact lenses are not as obvious as glasses. You can go about your normal routine of personal hygiene and grooming. In particular, glasses can, in many ways, be a bit of an eyesore when you are getting ready for a special occasion. You want your hair and makeup to be perfect and you definitely don’t want all that effort to be hidden behind a pair of chunky glasses. You want to look at the photos months and years later with fondness. You don’t want the glare of the flash bouncing off your glasses, hiding your eyes.
There is absolutely no reason to avoid wearing makeup just because you have chosen to wear contact lenses. There is, however, a certain level of care when it comes to applying makeup and the selecting the right makeup to use with contact lenses. You can still get an amazing look, without compromising your eyesight.
Hygiene First
One of the first things you learn when you first get your contact lenses is to practice good hygiene. That means washing your hands before you put your contact lenses in or take them out. The same applies to makeup. You should also wash your hands and your face before applying moisturizers or makeup of any kind. You don’t want to trap dirt or bacteria under a layer of foundation.
Makeup Primer
The main purpose of a makeup primer is to form a base coat for all the other makeup you want to apply. It is also great at fixing makeup into place so it will not flake or dry off and get into the eyes.
Eyeliner
Eyeliner is great for drawing attention to the eyes. However, when it comes to eyeliner and contact lenses, it can be a little tricky as most women like to apply eyeliner to the waterline or lid edge. This is not a good practice when used with contact lenses as the liner is right at the same level as the contacts. Pencils are better than cream or gel liners as these can flake when they dry. Avoid kohl pencils as many of them contain heavy metals which can irritate the eye.
Eye Shadow
Cream eye shadows are preferable to compact powders as they are less likely to get into your eyes. However, the cream shadows can be more irritating if they do get it not your eyes so apply carefully. If you prefer compact powder eye shadows, close your eye before applying and dab off any excess before opening your eyes again.
Mascara
A simple hypoallergenic mascara is the best type of mascara to use if you are a contact lenses wearer. Those that add bulk to lashes are not a good idea because they can dry and flake. These flakey particles can get into the eyes and cause irritation which can be made worse with contacts. Absolutely steer clear of clumpy mascara or mascara that has been sitting around for too long.
A Few Extra Tips When Using Makeup with Contact Lenses
Makeup and contact lenses isn’t just about how to apply the makeup and which products to buy. There are also other factors to take into consideration when combining the use of makeup and contact lenses.
- Getting makeup in your eyes is going to be annoying at the best of times. It can be doubly irritating if you wear contact lenses. This is because loose makeup can get stuck on the lenses causing further irritation. Normally, when makeup irritates your eyes, the tear ducts are triggered to flush the irritation out. With contacts you will need to remove them and clean them to remove any traces of makeup.
- You should put your contact lenses in before you start applying makeup. Remember to thoroughly wash your hands first.
- Opt for hypo-allergenic makeup. These are usually better quality and less irritating to the eyes. Fortunately, as more women are wearing contact lenses, cosmetic companies are developing more products especially for contact lens users. Avoid cheap products as these are usually made with poor quality ingredients, many of which can irritate your eyes.
- Never apply eyeliner between your eyes and your lashes. Apply to the edge of your eyelids where the lashes are but well away from your eyes.
- Always remove your makeup at the end of the day. With or without contact lenses, you should be doing this anyway. Wash your hands and gently remove your contact lenses. Then remove all traces of makeup. You can do this with makeup removal wipes or micellar water and a soft cotton pad.
- Never use old makeup. You should look at replacing your makeup at least once a year. Eye makeup will need to be replaces more frequently, preferably every three months. Over time bacteria will start to accumulate in your makeup regardless of how careful you are with hygiene and cleanliness.
- Never share makeup with anyone. Cross contamination can be a real problem when you start sharing makeup. This is especially a hazard with eye makeup. Never use someone else’s makeup and don’t let anyone use yours either.
- Get any irritations looked at promptly. Everyone gets irritated eyes from time to time and usually it is nothing to worry about. Contact lens wearers suffer from irritated eyes a little more frequently. If you follow proper hygiene and are cautious with applying makeup you shouldn’t experience any long term irritation. However, if you do suffer from an eye irritation for longer than a few days, despite keeping your eyes and contact clean, remove your contacts, don’t apply any makeup and see your eye care specialist. It may be nothing, but it is always wiser to be sure.
With a proper routine in place for caring for your eyes and contact lenses from Pure Optical there is absolutely no reason you can’t also enjoy wearing makeup. Just be sure you choose good quality products and maintain a high level of hygiene at all times
10 Ways Pets Help Benefit The Lives of Kids
More than just cuddle companions or playtime buddies, pets also provide many other benefits to your kids. This makes owning a pet a rewarding experience. And as your child gets the most support from their pet, it would be great to know how pet ownership positively affects your kids in more ways than one. Let us dive into these valuable life lessons.
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Helps improve your child’s motor skills and increases overall activity.
As kids run or walk with their pets, their bodies are also in motion allowing them to develop muscle growth and improved breathing. They tend to be stronger than other children with sedentary living such as those who play only with their electronic gadgets.
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Facilitates social interaction and friendship formation.
As the pet-child relationship grows, children develop the values of care, loyalty and belongingness. Apart from these, their ability to communicate improves over time, because they tend to express themselves better as they speak with their pet.
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Initiates higher self-esteem.
Pets usually look up to their humans and believe in them. This trait is characterized in their ability to follow commands. When the child gives a command to the pet, and the pet responds positively, this results to a pleasant feeling. This positivity helps the child develop self-confidence and higher self-esteem for doing something right.
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Helps kids excel in school.
Since they are physically stronger, socially aware and confidently prepared, they become more attentive in class and all sorts of school activities. Their overall good performance in school definitely leads to high grades.
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Stimulates sense of responsibility.
Taking good care of pets makes kids more responsible in life. And the combination of improved motor skills and good comprehension encourages them to follow instructions as instructed by elders. They tend to be more capable in completing tasks at home and in school such as performing simple household chores and accomplishing homework.
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Reduces loneliness and anxiety when parents go to work.
For as long as children know that there is a pet who could keep them company, then there is a great reduction of “separation anxiety”. Their attention is drawn towards the pet and so they can permit their parents to leave the house freely without worrying of any tantrum, moodiness, or temperamental behavior.
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Provides support when a child is sick.
There is something about pets that makes them more lovable and that is there being clingy when their owner is sick. They do understand when a child is not feeling well and so they tend to stay up close to provide comfort and warmth. This somehow makes the child feel better.
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Improves immunity and lessens your child’s visit to the doctor.
Except for kids with asthma, children with pets have stronger immune system making them combat allergy-causing diseases. The totality of motor development brought about by their playtime activities helps the child develop proper breathing and precise sensory performance. All these contribute to good health and therefore reduce trips to the pediatrician.
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Removes a child’s tantrums and moodiness.
“Cats and dogs are great companions. They will never make you feel lonely, always climbing onto you before you leave and waiting for you right by the window to come home” says Olivia Williams from MyPetNeedsthat.com. When kids are exposed to this, any bad mood turns into a happy disposition.
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Helps the child become more obedient.
Pets are used to following commands especially when they are being trained. When your child sees this, he or she is more likely to follow commands as instructed by their parents. And this is what makes kids who have pets more obedient than other children.
While pets are known primarily to be good companions, they too can be perceived as teachers, healers, therapists, and most of all best friends.
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