As a devolved government, the Welsh Senate exercises much control over domestic matters, but international affairs such as foreign aid remain the purview of the United Kingdom, and therefore, of the Parliament in Westminster. Nevertheless, Wales remains a political and economic entity with an international presence and a role to play in the global fight […]
As a country with a mix of Islamic and Western influences, Bahrain finds itself in a unique position. This blend is a result of a large migration of foreign nationals into the country. More than half of the country’s population is made up of foreign nationals. HIV/AIDS in Bahrain According to a report, 237 cases […]
The economic collapse following the Syrian conflict left more than 90% of Syrians living below the poverty line, with many women becoming heads of households in a society lacking the legal reforms needed to support their transition into this role. Of these households, 92% living in displacement camps were unable to meet their basic needs. […]
The Rohingya remain one of the most displaced people in the world, with more than a million Rohingya currently living as refugees outside of Myanmar and more than 3 million internally displaced. Fearing persecution, many have sought refuge in neighboring countries, including in Cox’s Bazar, the world’s largest refugee camp, in Bangladesh where they continue […]
Chile is a country in South America with a population of about 21 million. Compared to other countries in the region, hunger is not one of its major problems. It scores less than five on the Global Hunger Index. This puts it in the top 25 countries in terms of GHI. As positive as this […]
Returning migrants, or ‘returnees’ refers to individuals who move back to their country of origin. Many migrants return to Chad involuntarily and face numerous challenges as they try to reintegrate into society. Chad’s Humanitarian Crisis Armed conflict, the climate crisis and food insecurity have worsened Chad’s humanitarian crisis. In 2022, 44.8% lived in poverty and […]
The saying “The children are our future” is a widely held belief that underscores the importance of prioritizing children’s well-being worldwide. Yet, some regions, including Myanmar (formerly known as Burma), fall short of this ideal. This is not a unique issue facing Myanmar, however. Fortunately, Myanmar’s children are not alone in their fight for a […]
While Albania has made significant economic progress in recent decades, poverty remains a challenge in many rural communities. Across the country, however, innovative development initiatives like eco- tourism are creating new opportunities for economic growth and poverty eradication in Albania. Although Albania’s economy has steadily expanded over the past two decades, many rural residents still […]
The International Labour Organization (ILO) reports that women worldwide earn almost 20% less than their male colleagues. Despite making progress towards gender equality, analysts identify the gender wage gap in Serbia as an ongoing social and economic problem. The wage gap that women in Serbia face reveals other challenges like occupational segregation and labor market […]
The International Affairs Budget accounts for less than 1% of total federal spending in the United States (U.S.), yet it continues to play a major role in reducing global poverty and supporting humanitarian aid worldwide. The budget funds diplomacy, food assistance, international health programs and development programs that provide millions of vulnerable people with access […]
