Oman is a country of about 4 million people at the southeastern end of the Arabian Peninsula. Its rich oil reserves have made it one of the richest countries in the Middle East. Yet, its relatively high GDP per capita—estimated at $39,800—belies the many socio-economic issues affecting large sectors of the Omani population. Two such […]
Moldova is undertaking a wide, yet quiet approach toward transforming its delivery of care and support to its most vulnerable by going digital. UNICEF, the UNDP and the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection worked in collaboration to create the project, which aims to create a digital and unified social protection program to improve access […]
The fifth-smallest nation in the world San Marino has made commendable progress on narrowing the gender wage gap in recent years. In 2025, the United Nations (UN) praised the nation’s initiatives to balance the labor force and tighten the gender wage gap across the region. The gender wage gap in San Marino forms part of […]
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, chronic lung diseases and cancers, have become one of the largest burdens to worldwide health care systems. Roughly 41 million people die of chronic non-communicable diseases (CNCDs) each year, with the majority of these deaths occurring in developing countries, despite the misconception that they are most common […]
French Polynesia is an island chain nation in the South Pacific that is often described as a breathtaking tourist destination due to crystal clear waters, white sandy beaches and great resorts. However in recent years, the nation has been facing an influx of public health threats. Illnesses such as dengue fever and leptospirosis have begun […]
HIV/AIDS in Slovakia remains among the lowest in Europe, demonstrating how prevention, testing and treatment can keep infection rates under control. Strong public health policies, accessible care and community initiatives continue to drive this success story. Yet, some vulnerable groups facing poverty may still struggle to receive support. However, Slovakia’s progress demonstrates how addressing inequality […]
For those living in elderly poverty in the Marshall Islands, the challenges and hardships they face may have roots in the country’s economy and society. People within the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) view economic insecurity as a problem as it controls the availability of social security or pension systems. These systems are very […]
Estonia is an Eastern European country between Latvia and Russia, bordering the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Finland. It is a high-income country of approximately 1.2 million people. Estonia had been under centuries of Danish, Swedish, German and Russian rule when it gained independence in 1918, only to be forced into the USSR in […]
People with disabilities are frequently at higher risk of poverty. This is especially true in the developing world, as these countries have less infrastructure to meet people’s needs. One example of this is the relationship between disability and poverty in Sierra Leone. Between poor economic status and lasting issues from war, Sierra Leone has a […]
Solar power is delivering more than just electricity across rural Africa, it provides education, health care access and economic opportunity in communities long left in the dark. In many remote parts of sub-Saharan Africa, sunset often means the end of the day. Without reliable access to electricity, millions of families are forced to live and […]
