what is initiative
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Definitions &Translations Initiative. In political science, an initiative is a means by which a petition signed by a certain minimum number of registered voters can force a public vote. The initiative may take the form of a direct initiative or an indirect initiative.
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- Definition of urgency. plural. urgencies. 1 : the quality or state of being urgent : insistence. 2 : a force or impulse that impels or constrains : urge.
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initiative (ɪˈnɪʃɪətɪv; -ˈnɪʃətɪv) n. 1. the first step or action of a matter; commencing move: he took the initiative; a peace initiative. 2. the right or power to begin or initiate something: he has the initiative. 3. the ability or attitude required to begin or initiate something. 4. (Government, Politics & Diplomacy) government. a. the right or power to introduce legislation, etc, in a legislative body.
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- What is an intervention? An intervention is a combination of program elements or strategies designed to produce behavior changes or improve health status among individuals or an entire population. Interventions may include educational programs, new or stronger policies, improvements in the environment, or a health promotion campaign.
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Activism, social and political Activism is action on behalf of a cause, action that goes beyond what is conventional or routine. The action might be door-to-door canvassing, alternative radio, public meetings, rallies, or fasting. The cause might be women's rights, opposition to a factory, or world peace.
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Leadership and Management in Nursing -a critical approach About iHealth. Innovative Solutions. iHealth Innovative Solutions (iHealth) is a Health Information Technology organization committed to partnering with our customers in delivering innovative and visionary solutions to help transform health technology, health intelligence, and the quality of patient care.
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- Entrepreneur (/ˌɒntrəprəˈnɜr/), is a loanword from French. First used in 1723, today the term entrepreneur implies qualities of leadership, initiative and innovation in new venture design.
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Drug development The world's largest such initiative is the Innovative Medicines Initiative (IMI), and examples of major national initiatives are Top Institute Pharma in the Netherlands and Biopeople in Denmark. In 2004, the FDA created the “Critical Path Initiative” to guide the new drug development process. See also
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- initiative. 1  an introductory act or step; leading action: to take the initiative in making friends. 2  readiness and ability in initiating action; enterprise: to lack initiative. 3  one's personal, responsible decision: to act on one's own initiative.
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innovative Innovative definition, tending to innovate, or introduce something new or different; characterized by innovation. See more.
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Iteration Iteration is the act of repeating a process with the aim of approaching a desired goal, target or result. Each repetition of the process is also called an iteration, and the results of one iteration are used as the starting point for the next iteration. The pentagon on the right also is a good example of how iteration relates to recursion.
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Initiative Process Some citizens’ initiative processes allow the government to make a counter-proposal to the measure; the government’s counterproposal appears on the ballot with the measure. The second type of initiative process is called agenda initiative or agenda-setting initiative (hereinafter “agenda initiative”).
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Strategic Initiative A strategic initiative is an endeavor intended to achieve three interrelated outcomes: A boundary-spanning vision or “strategic intent” Realization of important benefits to “strategic” stakeholders and Transformation & Alignment of the organization A strategic initiative is not the same thing as a strategic goal, strategic objective, or strategic vision.
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Iteration Iteration is the act of repeating a process, either to generate an unbounded sequence of outcomes, or with the aim of approaching a desired goal, target or result. Each repetition of the process is also called an iteration, and the results of one iteration are used as the starting point for the next iteration.
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Initiative In political science, an initiative (also known as a popular or citizens' initiative) is a means by which a petition signed by a certain minimum number of registered voters can force a public vote (plebiscite). The initiative may take the form of a direct initiative or an indirect initiative.
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University of NebraskaâLincolnLoginSearchInstitute of Agriculture and Natural ResourcesESI: EntrepreneurShip Investigation Welcome to EntrepreneurShip Investigation (ESI) EntrepreneurShip Investigation (ESI) is an exciting, interactive, and comprehensive curriculum project designed for youth, ages 10-19. ESI uses a variety of tools to help participants develop their entrepreneurial skills and find their business niche.
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- Initiative definition, an introductory act or step; leading action: to take the initiative in making friends. See more.
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Initiative The purpose of an initiative, which is a type of election commenced and carried out by the people, is to permit the electorate to resolve questions where their elected representatives fail to do so or refuse to proceed with a change that the public desires. See: initial, original, overture, preparatory, rudimentary.
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APUSH Vocab Week 18 Initiative, referendum, recall. Initiative: people have the right to propose a new law. Referendum: a law passed by the legislature can be reference to the people for approval/veto. Recall: the people can petition and vote to have an elected official removed from office.
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Initiatives and referendums in the United States Initiatives and referendums, along with recall elections and popular primary elections, are signature reforms of the Progressive Era; and they are written into several state constitutions, particularly in the West
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Initiative The Canadian province of British Columbia has a citizen initiative law known as the Recall and Initiative Act. The original proposal was put to voters in a referendum held in October 1991 and was supported by over 83% of voters.
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Skip to main content About Us Contact Us FAQs Language AssistanceU.S. Department of EducationStudent Loans Grants Laws Data -- Webster's II. Innovation is the spark of insight that leads a scientist or inventor to investigate an issue or phenomenon. That insight is usually shaped by an observation of what appears to be true or the creative jolt of a new idea. Innovation is driven by a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
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- Innovation is a new idea, more effective device or process. Innovation can be viewed as the application of better solutions that meet new requirements, inarticulated needs, or existing market needs.eter Drucker wrote that Innovation is the specific function of entrepreneurship, whether in an existing business, a public service institution, or a new venture started by a lone individual in the family kitchen.
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Initiative and referendum Initiative and referendum. In U.S. politics, the terms initiative and referendum refer to processes that allow citizens of many states to vote directly on particular pieces of legislation. An initiative process allows citizens to propose or initiate a statute or constitutional amendment. Citizens initiating such legislation are known as the measure's proponents.
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Initiative, Referendum and Recall In political terminology, the initiative is a process that enables citizens to bypass their state legislature by placing proposed statutes and, in some states, constitutional amendments on the ballot. The first state to adopt the initiative was South Dakota in 1898.
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Entrepreneurship Entrepreneur (/ˌɒntrəprəˈnɜr/), is a loanword from French. First used in 1723, today the term entrepreneur implies qualities of leadership, initiative and innovation in new venture design. Economist Robert Reich has called team-building, leadership, and management ability essential qualities for the entrepreneur.