Five Reasons why Haiti should invest in Resilient Cities
Over the past 15 years, Haiti has experienced a rapid urbanization and the number of urban dwellers has doubled from 3 million to 6...
How climate change and population growth threaten Egypt’s ancient treasures
In his 40-something years as an archaeological excavator on Luxor’s West Bank, Mustafa Al-Nubi has witnessed a flurry of changes.
Tourist numbers have surged, fallen,...
Shame and stigma: The taboo of menstruating in South Asia
The beliefs and practices that revolve around menstruation differ across societies. In some cultures, the menstruating women are victimised due to the regressive attitudes...
Invisible and Excluded: The Fate of Widows and Divorcees in Africa
Across Africa, the impact of marital death and divorce falls more heavily on women, who may be excluded socially and lose their home and...
An education approach to preventing and countering violent extremism
Last November Goodenough College and The Royal Commonwealth Society brought together four experts to discuss and debate the role that education can play in...
WhatsApp-ening with Forests and Climate in Togo?
After years of working in environmental protection in Togo, Brigitte Acakpo-Addra identified a problem in need of an innovative solution. While the country was...
Flagship Afghan Rural Program Lays Strong Foundation for the Future
The azan sounds from the village mosque as people gather for the noontime prayer. Shir Khan, 39, leaves off working on his crops and...
Life made simpler and sustainable among vulnerable communities in Colombia
Fishermen who make their living from the Cauca River in the south of Colombia have had their daily task made easier by adapting their...
UN urges Comprehensive Approach to Sexuality Education
Close to 10 years after its first edition, a fully updated International Technical Guidance on Sexuality Education published today by UNESCO advocates quality comprehensive...
2018 Crystal Award: Leading artists who are bridge-builders and role models for all leaders of society
Actor Cate Blanchett, musician Elton John and actor Shah Rukh Khan are the recipients of the 24th Annual Crystal Award, the World Economic Forum...