The Republic of Chad takes a unique perspective on mental health and psychological disorders. Many in the country view these conditions as curses, and their consequences can be profound, impacting not only the afflicted individuals but also their families and even entire communities. In some cases, these beliefs lead to physical interventions in an attempt […]
Disability in underdeveloped countries has an immense impact on those who are living in extreme cases of poverty as they consistently encounter barriers to employment, education, quality of life as well and access to basic amenities. Here is some information about disability and poverty in Malawi, including what different organizations are doing to address them. […]
Since 2019, Lebanon has been facing a crippling economic crisis. More than 80% of the population is estimated to live in poverty with inflation reaching 171% in 2022. While many problems have arisen from this crisis, perhaps none have impacted the Lebanese people as severely as the lack of electricity across the nation. The Lebanese […]
The Czech Republic, also known today as Czechia, has a current GDP of about $290.92B, with a GDP per capita of $27,638.40 and a total population of more than 10 million people. The country has undergone decades of development, leading it to rank among the richest countries in the world. Because of this, the Czech […]
Although film and poverty do not seem correlated in any capacity, there is a lot of implicit advocacy present in modern-day film-making that many may be unaware of. Pushing social change through film has now become trendy and is something that current film directors and producers are looking to showcase. Films target privileged people and […]
In 2011, the World Health Organization (WHO) and World Bank expanded the definition of ‘disability’ from medical and biological to social. This new method calls for a balanced approach, giving proper weight to both the medical and social models that contribute to the extent of disabilities people experience. A social disability model is where “people […]
Acceptance for autistic children in Africa currently stands at an extremely low point, characterized by a dearth of clinicians possessing knowledge about the condition and the inability to diagnose it, leaving numerous children and families grappling to cope. The challenges faced by individuals with autism are compounded by the paucity of available support, as prevailing […]
The fragility and the rule of law in Rwanda have recently become topics of discussion. This follows a ruling by the U.K. Court of Appeal, which deemed Rwanda unsafe for U.K.-bound refugees. Additionally, there’s been talk about recent violence in the DRC, with some sources suggesting that Rwanda’s current president, Paul Kagame, has supported it. […]
In Kyrgyzstan, it is considered shameful to talk about menstruation, and girls are stigmatized and punished for their periods. Additionally, period poverty in Kyrgyzstan is a struggle, where many lack the necessary supplies for their menstrual cycles. This only furthers the stigma around periods and has dangerous consequences for the girls involved. However, leaders in […]
India’s railway crash which occurred in India’s eastern state of Odisha on June 2, 2023, was a tragic accident, one of the worst in the country’s recent history. However, as many have pointed out, it is one of many accidents. Indian citizens and external organizations alike are criticizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his seeming […]
