Numerous non-governmental organizations (NGOs) fight against injustices including poverty, changing weather patterns and hunger all around the world. Human rights violations have increased dramatically in Myanmar, and homelessness is now becoming the standard. Around 40% of Myanmar’s population lives below the poverty line and is in desperate need of help. Here are five NGOs Active […]
The Sub-Saharan region of Africa is home to more than 50% of the world’s population living in extreme poverty. That is a region of just one continent housing the most people who lack access to basic survival necessities. In recent years, nations have made a difference in the fight against global poverty including poverty in […]
The current rate of hunger in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) is at 6.5%. This is a significant decrease of 2.4 million people compared to the previous year. The last time hunger levels fell this low was pre-COVID-19. Comparatively, the rate of hunger in these regions is lower than the rates in Africa, Asia […]
Education is a powerful catalyst for change, especially in countries like Nigeria, where gender disparities in access to education have long been a pressing issue. In this context, Women Empowerment Through Education (WETE) stands as a beacon of hope, striving to uplift and empower Nigerian women through education. The Need to Increase Girls’ Education in […]
Hosted by the countries of Australia and New Zealand, the 2023 Women’s World Cup has not only impressed soccer fans worldwide with extraordinary athletic prowess, but it’s also making serious strides in the battle against global poverty. With its riveting mix of world-class competition and humanitarian efforts, this tournament is leaving an indelible mark on […]
Early education is often underestimated, despite being a fundamental cornerstone of learning and development. It offers children a crucial platform to nurture their skills and knowledge from an early age. These skills can prove invaluable throughout their lives, enabling them to access higher-paying job opportunities. Education holds the potential to positively impact lives from an […]
In September 2022, The Biden Administration announced the first U.S.-Pacific Island Partnership Summit. The promise made by the United States government highlights nine key areas to improve relations between the U.S. and Pacific Island nations such as Papua New Guinea and Fiji. Among various initiatives, such as addressing climate concerns and enhancing maritime security, a […]
The Impact of COVID-19 On March 15, 2020, Serbia declared a national emergency due to COVID-19. Following the declaration and the decrease in economic activity, the working hours offered in Serbia declined by an estimated 14.8% during the second quarter of 2020. More than 700,000 workers were at immediate risk, including those in wholesale trade, […]
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) faces a multitude of intricate challenges, encompassing violence, food scarcity and mass displacement. Currently, the nation is grappling with a significant humanitarian crisis. The Issues Since March 2022, an alarming 2.8 million people have been uprooted from their homes in the North and South Kivu and Ituri provinces, underscoring […]
Following recent negotiations between the Johnson & Johnson company and the Stop TB Partnership, generic bedaquiline will become available and affordable to millions of people. Bedaquiline is a crucial medication in treating multidrug-resistant tuberculosis which affects hundreds of thousands of people per year. Johnson & Johnson held a 20-year primary patent on the drug which […]
