Embracing diversity in drainage/ Entwässerung/ dränering/排水 Diversity is the recognition and acceptance of differences among people, including differences in culture, background, beliefs, and abilities. Embracing diversity means creating a culture of inclusion where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. Learning about other languages and cultures from an equality and diversity point of view is important for promoting inclusivity, reducing discrimination, enhancing communication, supporting diversity in the workplace,…
How to boost your self-esteem Self-esteem is a person’s overall subjective evaluation or perception of their own worth or value. It is how a person views and feels about themselves, their abilities, their accomplishments, and their role in the world. People with high self-esteem tend to have a positive self-image and view themselves as competent, worthy, and deserving of respect and love. They are more likely to take risks, pursue…
Are you keeping your cool or feeling the heat? April – Stress Awareness Month April is recognized as Stress Awareness Month. This observance aims to raise awareness about the impact of stress on our physical, emotional, and mental well-being, as well as to educate people about the coping strategies that can help manage stress levels. People handle stress in various ways, and what works for one person may not work…
Science VS Art Science and art are two very different fields, each with its own unique characteristics and purposes. Science is a systematic study of the natural world through observation, experimentation, and data analysis. It aims to understand and explain the laws of nature and the phenomena that occur in our world. Science is often driven by a desire to discover new knowledge, develop new technologies, and improve our understanding…
From STEM to STEAM STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, and refers to an educational and professional approach that focuses on these four areas. STEM education aims to provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the modern workforce, particularly in fields related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. STEAM, on the other hand, is an expansion of STEM that includes the arts….
Interview with Leah Westwood Leah is our DDMS Information Quality Manager and she has a solid foundation of technical knowledge and skills that supports her in taking on complex project and tasks and perform at high level. She is a mother, she enjoys baking and her favourite song is Pineapple Skies by Miguel. For Women’s International Day we have prepared an interview with her to promote Women in Highways and…
The Power of Data Storytelling Data storytelling is the process of building a compelling narrative based on data and analytics into an understandable story to help or support business decisions and actions. Data storytelling focuses on creating valuable insights and creating a bridge between data analytics and decision makers or stakeholders. Storytelling is such an important skill nowadays because it helps us understand others. Data storytelling works in a similar…
HEWRAT Surveys Highways England and the Welsh Government have a duty not to pollute, therefore, National Highways has an ongoing programme whereby outfalls and soakaways on the Strategic Road Network (SRN) are evaluated with respect to the pollution risk they represent to receiving watercourses and groundwater. Discharges from road runoff must be designed so that water quality within receiving surface waters (following mixing of the road discharge and receiving waters),…
Good Vibes – Project Positive Energy The pursuit of happiness is part of our identity as human beings. Happiness leads to longer life, greater health, and increased levels of resilience. Why are some people happy and others not? People may be healthy and wealthy but still feel disconnected or unhappy. Can we learn to be happy? There is no single path to happiness because everyone views the world differently, and…