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Culture & Arts
This category delves into the rich cultural tapestry of the global society in all its divers regional forms. Each region of the world has its own history and traditions and people born and risen there are anchored to it. It means home and love for them and forms the essence of societies around the world.
European NGOs tackling household debt and basic financial education amid Europe’s cost-of-living strain
From debt counselling to school lessons, civil society is filling gaps as EU rules tighten and borrowing shifts online
Editorial Team SDG4
3 days ago7 min read
Child poverty and unequal access to extracurricular activities in South America
Cost, safety and time pressures are shutting poorer children out of sport, arts and tutoring, deepening inequality
Editorial Team SDG4
Feb 287 min read
Forward Faster initiative drives global investment in education and skills development
Corporate action on sustainability intensifies as the Forward Faster campaign links business strategy with education and equality
Editorial Team SDG4
Feb 32 min read
From propaganda to global harmony: the Vienna New Year’s Concert and the power of music
Born in one of Europe’s darkest chapters, the Vienna New Year’s Concert now unites over 50 million viewers worldwide through music, culture and shared heritage
Editorial
Jan 42 min read
Last day of the year: when change did not come from governments
An end-of-year reflection on real progress driven by people and civil society, one Sustainable Development Goal at a time.
Editorial Team SDG17
Dec 31, 20254 min read
Year in review: twelve stories that shaped 2025
A month-by-month selection of the most meaningful shifts, voices and ideas featured on Global Society News.
Editorial
Dec 30, 20258 min read
Education under pressure: why student mental health defines true quality in learning
Social media, fear of failure, and academic demands are shaping a generation at risk, but also one capable of redefining what real educational excellence means
Editorial Team SDG4
Nov 23, 20253 min read
Pratham’s quiet education revolution transforming learning for children
How a grassroots approach and evidence-based innovation are redefining access to quality education across India
Editorial Team SDG4
Oct 15, 20253 min read
Khan Academy rolls out AI-powered teaching tools as school districts scale up adoption
Khanmigo expands from pilot trials to nationwide and global classrooms, promising to ease teacher workloads and personalise learning
Editorial Team SDG4
Sep 29, 20252 min read
Six Seconds leading global change through emotional intelligence
Building sustainable growth and human connection with science-based emotional intelligence training
Editorial Team SDG3
Sep 21, 20253 min read
Free education as a pathway out of poverty
Expanding access to schooling can lift communities, but only if matched with quality, relevance, and robust implementation
Editorial Team SDG4
Sep 7, 20253 min read
Parallel realities: how art at Triennale Milano confronts inequality and inspires action
Art and activism converge in Milan as Gallenkuş’s collages expose global divides and urge collective action on inequality
Editorial Team SDG10
Aug 23, 20254 min read
Humanistic Buddhism harnesses art for sustainable development goals
Art-driven Buddhist initiative fosters education, peace, and justice through cultural dialogue in Southeast Asia
Editorial Team SDG16
Aug 17, 20253 min read
Turning crisis into art: Local communities transforming pollution into beauty
Turning ocean waste into art, coastal creatives in Southeast Asia lead grassroots change for cleaner seas and sustainable living
Editorial Team SDG14
Aug 10, 20253 min read
Global Society News reaches milestone of 1000 articles
Global Society News marks 1000th article, amplifying stories of fairness and sustainability in a world facing complex challenges
Editorial
Jul 26, 20254 min read
Urban Art as a catalyst for inclusive and sustainable cities
How urban art advances SDG 11 for vibrant, equitable communities
Editorial Team SDG11
Jul 18, 20254 min read
Why we must bridge the digital divide to achieve sustainable development
Digital inclusion is not just a technological issue, it’s a human right and a global necessity.
Ira Grange
Jun 12, 20253 min read
White House Tarifa – A call to the world
The home of the Global Society Institute has entered a new phase — not only in name, but in purpose.
Christoph Geisler
Jun 8, 20252 min read
Giles Hutchins on ‘Leading by Nature’: A new model of leadership for a regenerative future
In a revealing interview and podcast episode, Giles Hutchins explores how nature-based leadership can transform individuals, organisations and the world
Marc Buckley
May 1, 20253 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
Editorial Team SDG10
Apr 22, 20254 min read
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals: Towards a more just and sustainable future
In September 2015, the United Nations adopted a transformative set of global objectives designed to address humanity's most pressing challen
Editorial Team SDG17
Mar 31, 202510 min read
Repatriation: Returning human remains and cultural heritage to Indigenous communities
In recent decades, repatriation has emerged as a vital process in archaeology, involving the return of ancestral human remains and significa
Editorial Team SDG16
Mar 10, 20254 min read
Visual storytelling for environmental justice, how art and film drive global change
EJF's commitment to sustainability extends to the fashion industry. By highlighting the environmental and ethical ramifications of conventio
Editorial Team SDG17
Mar 5, 20253 min read
Finland's educational success: A global model to follow
Finland’s education model, rooted in equality, play, and teacher excellence, sets a global standard for success and innovation
Editorial Team SDG4
Jan 28, 20255 min read
The true responsibility of education: A call for reflection
We live in a society where the education of children has largely been seen as a responsibility of schools and teachers. However, this percep
Ira Grange
Jan 27, 20254 min read
International Day of Education
Education stands as a universal pillar of progress, bridging gaps in opportunity, fostering equality, and nurturing solutions to the world’s
Editorial Team SDG4
Jan 25, 20254 min read
First Book’s impact: Over 250 million books distributed since 1992
Addressing educational inequity is a cornerstone of achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Among these, goals such as qualit
Editorial Team SDG4
Jan 24, 20253 min read
Fight for education: Room to Read
In a world striving for sustainability and equitable growth, education remains a cornerstone of development. Room to Read, a globally rec...
Editorial Team SDG4
Jan 9, 20252 min read
Christmas
The crossroads of humanity
We live in extraordinary times. Technology links us across continents, yet divisions and isolation persist.
Editorial Team SDG17
Dec 25, 20243 min read
Celebrating 76 years of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights: A milestone for global society and sustainable development
Today, December 10th, the 76th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), it’s an opportunity to reflect on the remark
Editorial Team SDG17
Dec 10, 20245 min read
Aboriginal heritage shines in world’s top architectural achievement of 2024
The World Building of the Year 2024 has been awarded to Darlington Public School, a remarkable architectural achievement that highlights the
Editorial Team SDG11
Dec 4, 20243 min read
Transforming communities through sustainability education: The Sustainable Life School story
Sustainability is a cornerstone of efforts to tackle the interconnected challenges of climate change, environmental degradation, and social
Editorial Team SDG4
Nov 29, 20244 min read
International education: A call to improve the strategy
The current International Education Strategy (IES) has primarily focused on the narrative of exports.
Editorial Team SDG4
Nov 14, 20243 min read
Childcare expansion at risk: Are promises to parents being delayed?
As a parent in Wales, finding good quality, affordable childcare has always been a challenge. For many families, the struggle to balance wor
Editorial Team SDG4
Nov 12, 20242 min read
Bridging innovation and impact: Daniel Cervenka’s role in the Global Society Delegation
Daniel Cervenka, founder of The Convergence, is a visionary leader dedicated to making sustainability accessible through innovative approach
Editorial Team SDG9
Oct 10, 20242 min read
A vision for unity through multiple perspectives: Global Society Institute releases booklet on the importance of global collaboration
The Global Society Institute has recently published a thought-provoking small booklet titled "Global Society: The world is changing,".
Editorial Team SDG4
Sep 19, 20242 min read
Art meets activism: Sea Walls bringing ocean conservation to the streets
Sea Walls: Artists for Oceans, a pioneering initiative by the PangeaSeed Foundation, is making waves in the realm of environmental conservat
Editorial Team SDG14
Sep 15, 20243 min read
The enigmatic Banksy: Merging art, activism, and environmental sustainability
Banksy, the pseudonymous street artist, political activist, and film director, remains an elusive figure whose true identity continues to ca
Editorial Team SDG17
Aug 28, 20242 min read
Advanced Sustainable Design program at the University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh offers a forward-thinking programme in Advanced Sustainable Design, equipping students with the knowledge, skill
Editorial Team SDG11
Aug 14, 20242 min read
FAIR in Education: Promoting fairness, understanding, and humanity
The Foundation Against Intolerance & Racism (FAIR) is at the forefront of educational reform, championing the values of fairness, understand
Editorial Team SDG4
Aug 13, 20242 min read
Uniting nations in the creative economy
In a concerted effort to blend creativity with sustainable growth, Arts & Culture Finance (UK), Upstart Co-Lab (US), and Fundación Compromis
Editorial Team SDG9
Aug 4, 20242 min read
A common language
The concept of a universal language has long intrigued linguists, sociologists, and policymakers alike.
Editorial Team SDG17
Aug 2, 20243 min read
Indigenous Water Allyship: One Drop Foundation's commitment to water
The One Drop Foundation has long been a beacon of hope in the global quest for sustainable water access and sanitation. Expanding its effort
Editorial Team SDG6
Jun 17, 20242 min read
Global Society Institute: uniting through languages and culture
Representatives from the Global Society Institute Spain (GSI) and Anna Lindt Foundation participated in the Algeciras language exchange this
Editorial Team SDG17
Apr 16, 20241 min read
Global Society Institute: Intercultural dialogue for global progress
The Intercultural Marathon in Tarifa unites global voices to challenge division, celebrate diversity, and build bridges through art and dialogue.
Editorial Team SDG17
Apr 8, 20241 min read
Global Tourism Resilience Day
Global Tourism Resilience Day highlights the need for sustainable, crisis-ready tourism to drive inclusive growth and support the SDGs.
Editorial Team SDG17
Feb 21, 20241 min read
Archaeological puzzle: dodecahedrons
Archaeologists and historians across Europe, together with the Norton Disney History and Archaeology Group, are researching and studying the
Editorial Team SDG11
Jan 30, 20241 min read
Comment: Uniting in hope and courage
Hope and courage unite our global society, empowering individuals to overcome challenges and embrace shared opportunities.
D. K. Blaire
Sep 15, 20236 min read
Doña Bárbara: A timeless tale of resilience
Doña Bárbara by Rómulo Gallegos
Editorial Team SDG5
Aug 23, 20232 min read
Meng Haoran's "Spring Dawn": A timeless ode to nature and its relevance to modern sustainability
Meng Haoran's "Spring Dawn": A timeless ode to nature and its relevance to modern sustainability
Christoph Geisler
Aug 20, 20232 min read
Culture
This category is exploring the diverse projects and activities that shape cultural expressions and influence societal trends across the world. This section serves as a vibrant showcase of how traditions, modernity, and innovation intersect to create dynamic cultural landscapes.
It includes an array of topics from the arts, music, literature, and film to culinary arts and fashion, highlighting how these areas reflect and impact social values and progress. It explores how cultural initiatives can promote understanding and dialogue among different communities, fostering a sense of global unity and cooperation.
Additionally, this category examines the role of cultural heritage in shaping contemporary practices and the ways in which communities preserve, adapt, and reinvent their traditions in a rapidly changing world. It brings to light inspiring stories of individuals and groups who are keeping their unique cultures alive while contributing to the global cultural mosaic.
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