Television is a cherished modern-day global phenomenon. There is nothing like watching the next episode of a show lounging on a comfy recliner coach on a Friday evening. Whether it is Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, Disney Plus or even AppleTV, these streaming platforms provide engaging entertainment. However, apart from the entertainment prowess, these streaming platforms […]
Urban agriculture has gained significant momentum in recent years as cities worldwide continue to face environmental, social and health challenges. Urban agriculture refers to cultivating, processing and distributing food in or around cities, using urban spaces such as rooftops, balconies, parks and vacant lots. It offers a sustainable solution to food insecurity, climate change and […]
Since the initial Russian invasion of Ukraine in late February 2022, the Eastern European country has continued to struggle with hardship and new obstacles. The harsh effects of war have had a significant impact on poverty in Ukraine, with an estimated 23,000 civilian casualties in the first six months of intense conflict. Additionally, the conflict […]
Approximately a quarter of the Welsh population faces the effects of poverty. However, the fight for poverty reduction in Wales continues, with the prominent global charity Oxfam taking a leading role. Operating through its dedicated branch, Oxfam Cymru, the organization remains unwaveringly committed to addressing the root causes of poverty in the country and actively […]
Poverty and health issues share a link. Where one exists, the other is not far away. However, since 2002, organizations like the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunizations (GAVI) have addressed this link through national immunization campaigns. The following is an overview of how health organizations are working to reduce child poverty in Mozambique. About […]
Female genital mutilation or cutting (FGM/C) takes many forms, from partial removal of the clitoris to decreasing the size of the vaginal opening by sewing the labia together and more. No matter which form of FGM/C a person undergoes, the short- and long-term health risks are major, and its consequences go beyond the person directly […]
In the bustling cities of India, where economic growth coexists with widespread poverty, public health and sanitation challenges are starkly evident. Urban slums, often characterized by overcrowded living conditions and inadequate infrastructure, become breeding grounds for waterborne diseases. The intersection of poverty, lack of access to clean water and subpar sanitation facilities pose a significant […]
Peru, a nation renowned for its cultural heritage and landscapes, has embarked on a journey to transform its tourism through community tourism. In its quest to reshape travel and tourism strategies, the nation has prioritized fostering inclusivity in tourism, placing a strong emphasis on empowering indigenous communities. The Borgen Project spoke with Fidel, the owner […]
USAID has worked in Rwanda since 1964, when Rwanda gained independence. It strives to improve the economic capability, social climate and environmental well-being of the world’s most vulnerable and poor people, and is creating an environment of self-reliance in the recipient nation and nurturing a climate in which a wealth of benefits are enjoyed. USAID programs […]
Samoa is made up of nine islands in the South Pacific Ocean. It is about halfway between Hawaii and New Zealand. According to UNICEF and the World Health Organization (WHO), period poverty in Samoa affects one in five women. Period poverty means that women do not have access to the appropriate menstrual products and basic […]
