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Germany's rising poverty: Addressing economic disparity in a modern welfare state
Despite its economic power, Germany battles rising poverty and deepening gender gaps, revealing flaws in its social security system
Jack Williams
13 minutes ago3 min read
Germany's rising poverty: Addressing economic disparity in a modern welfare state
Despite its economic power, Germany battles rising poverty and deepening gender gaps, revealing flaws in its social security system
Jack Williams
3 min read
World Day for Safety and Health at Work spotlights climate change risks at the workplace
On 28 April, the ILO calls for urgent global action as workers face mounting climate-related threats to health and safety
Natasha Kowalski
4 min read
A global call for the oceans: Leading the campaign for ratification of the High Seas Treaty
Spain and France surges global action to ratify the High Seas Treaty ahead of the 2025 conference in Nice
Priya Sato
4 min read
Comparative study on the real sustainability of a petrol car versus an electric car
Evaluating the environmental impact of petrol and electric cars: emissions, resource use, and sustainability throughout their lifecycle
Pierre Lambert
6 min read
The issue of planned obsolescence
A real and persistent issue: The deliberate design of products for early failure is more than just a rumour
Maya GarcÃa
4 min read
Two years of conflict and crisis: The global cost of civil war and humanitarian collapse
Sudan faces its worst humanitarian crisis in decades, threatening regional stability and global development goals
Yuki Kimura
3 min read
Pope Francis and the sustainable development goals: A comprehensive legacy of action and advocacy
Pope Francis reshaped global discourse, aligning Vatican action with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and humanitarian justice
Yuki Kimura
6 min read
Eusebio Sacristán Foundation: inclusive sport, education, and global goals in action
How a foundation rooted in football contributes to gender equality, climate action, and social transformation through sport, education, and inclusion
Tenzin Dorjee
4 min read
Ooho: The edible seaweed bubble leading a new wave in sustainable packaging
Ooho transforms sustainable packaging with seaweed innovation, supporting climate action, zero waste, and global sustainability goals
Maya GarcÃa
3 min read
Driving global change: How UpLink’s innovators are advancing sustainability and economic equality
UpLink’s innovators drive impact with $633M raised, 30K+ jobs created, and vast strides in climate action and economic equality
Natasha Kowalski
3 min read
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Pope Francis reshaped global discourse, aligning Vatican action with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and humanitarian justice
Finland's educational success: A global model to follow
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1km. 2 realities
A reflection on the global wealth divide between Monaco and Kibera, and the urgent need for fairness, empathy, and shared responsibility
Ira Grange
Apr 145 min read
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Eusebio Sacristán Foundation: inclusive sport, education, and global goals in action
How a foundation rooted in football contributes to gender equality, climate action, and social transformation through sport, education, and inclusion
Expanding financial access: How Kiva empowers underserved communities
Kiva combats global inequality by using crowdfunded microloans to expand financial access for the unbanked and displaced
Hands On New Orleans: A beacon of community transformation through volunteerism
Local volunteer efforts by HandsOn New Orleans advance sustainability, equality, and resilient communities aligned with global development goals
Hands On New Orleans: A beacon of community transformation through volunteerism
In the pursuit of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those targeting sustainability, economic equality,
Combating albinism challenges in Africa, tackling health and social discrimination
Albinism is a genetic condition characterised by the absence or reduction of melanin, leading to distinct physical features and visual
Meta's content policy overhaul raises global concerns over hate speech, disinformation, and human rights
In a move that has sparked alarm among human rights advocates, researchers, and policymakers, Meta has significantly altered its content mod
Inequalities in Sub-Saharan Africa: Multidimensional perspectives and future challenges
The growing disparity in wealth, access to resources, and opportunities remains one of the most pressing global challenges, particularly in
When prison becomes a refuge for the elderly
When prison becomes a refuge for the elderly | Photo: Alex Boyd In an ageing society like Japan, challenges such as loneliness , poverty...
Sustainable practices and entrepreneurship: Building a fairer fashion future
The global push for sustainability and economic equality has given rise to numerous initiatives aimed at addressing pressing social and envi
Success for children!
The announcement of a High Commission for Childhood by French President Emmanuel Macron marks a pivotal moment in addressing childhood pover
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