The council helps train people in economic development and agricultural extension services in countries around the world.

The council, she said, provided a "nurturing environment" and helped "get my legs under me professionally."

Politicians have not been the only ones the council has helped.

She said council was helping people by providing mortgages to those who would not normally qualify.

Under the scheme, the council helps elderly people move into a new property such as sheltered accommodation.

These councils would select principals and help develop school budgets.

He is keen that Britain should get involved too, and would like to see whether the council could help.

The council also helps other examination bodies (both local and international) in coordinating Examinations.

The council will have a solid control on the operations of the leveraged firms and also help in increasing the transparency.

President Clinton uses the council, among other things, to help with Chelsea's homework.