Freedom Community Project, a charity that has supported people living in poverty in North Derbyshire, has announced it will close due to ongoing funding challenges. Bolsover District Council stated that despite extensive efforts, the organization was unable to secure sustainable financial support to continue its operations. Founded in 2008, Freedom Community Project has provided vital… [Read More]
Boost for Young People: East Riding Offers Funding for Youth Projects
The Our Place – Youth Fund, part of the Do it For East Yorkshire (DIFEY) scheme and funded by East Riding of Yorkshire Council, is now accepting applications for new youth initiatives. The fund has previously awarded £85,000 across 18 projects delivered by community groups, charities, and youth organizations. In this new round, up to… [Read More]
Pivotal and Lever for Change Reveal 80+ Winners of $250 Million Global Women’s Health Initiative
Pivotal and Lever for Change have announced over 80 organizations as recipients of funding through Action for Women’s Health, a $250 million global initiative aimed at improving women’s mental and physical health worldwide. Each award ranges from $1 million to $5 million, supporting organizations that deliver health solutions for women across all stages of life…. [Read More]
Federal Government Boosts Funding to End Veteran Homelessness Across Canada
In response to growing global economic uncertainty, the Government of Canada unveiled Budget 2025: Canada Strong, a strategic plan to transform the nation’s economy into one that is more self-sufficient, resilient, and less reliant on a single trade partner. The budget aims to enable $1 trillion in investments over the next five years, with a… [Read More]
The Impact of Trump’s Funding Cuts on USAID and Global Humanitarian Aid
U.S. foreign aid has historically played a crucial role in reducing global poverty, hunger, and inequality. The Trump administration’s drastic cuts to foreign assistance, including the closure of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), have provoked widespread public concern and backlash from humanitarian and development organizations such as Oxfam. These cuts threaten to disrupt… [Read More]
Supporting Agribusiness: EBRD Drives Expansion of Small Farms in Mongolia
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced a loan of up to US$ 20 million (€16.8 million) to Khan Bank, Mongolia’s largest private financial institution, aimed at supporting micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in the country’s agricultural sector. The initiative seeks to strengthen the resilience of Mongolia’s agribusinesses, enhance food security,… [Read More]
Building Resilience and Democracy: How Moldova is Strengthening Civil Society
Norway has announced a contribution of NOK 8.8 million to support two new civil society partners in Moldova. The funding aims to strengthen the work of these organizations in promoting democracy and reform as Moldova advances in its process toward European Union membership. State Secretary Eivind Vad Petersson visited Moldova to meet government officials and… [Read More]
Jamaica Launches UNESCO-Supported “Truth Yard” Platform to Strengthen Post-Disaster Information Integrity
In response to the spread of misinformation following Category 5 Hurricane Melissa, the UNESCO Office for the Caribbean, in partnership with the Broadcasting Commission of Jamaica, the Caribbean School of Media and Communication (CARIMAC) at The University of the West Indies, and the Jamaica National Commission for UNESCO, launched Truth Yard on 10 November 2025…. [Read More]
How Chinese Power Projects Are Transforming Africa’s Energy Landscape
The concluding installment of The Porcelain Jar at the End of the Rainbow reflects on China’s engagement in Africa’s power sector and the broader systems that determine the success of infrastructure projects. Chinese-backed power projects provide insight into how infrastructure is financed and delivered under urgency, limited budgets, and evolving institutions. They expose the trade-offs… [Read More]
New €32 Million WEST Project Unveiled in Fermanagh to Drive Regional Growth
The Water Enhancements through Sustainable Treatment (WEST) project has been officially launched at Finn Lough Resort on the shores of Lough Erne. The €32 million initiative aims to combat water pollution in Counties Fermanagh, Tyrone, Leitrim, Sligo, Cavan, Monaghan, and Donegal through advanced catchment modelling and sustainable wastewater treatment. Supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed… [Read More]
IOM Mobilizes Rapid Response to Support Victims of Deadly Tornadoes in Southern Brazil
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has mobilized an emergency response team to Rio Bonito do Iguaçu, Paraná, in southern Brazil, following the devastating EF3 tornado that struck the municipality on 7 November 2025. The storm, with winds reaching up to 250 km/h, destroyed nearly 90 per cent of the urban area, causing massive destruction… [Read More]
Dutch Government Donates EUR 1 Million to Strengthen IOM’s Resilience Fund for Migrants
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has welcomed a EUR 1 million contribution from the Government of the Netherlands to its Resilience Fund, reaffirming a strong partnership and shared commitment to global migration governance. IOM Director General Amy Pope expressed deep gratitude, highlighting that the Netherlands’ flexible funding enables IOM to respond swiftly to urgent… [Read More]
Building a Sustainable Future: How Mongolian Businesses Embrace Integrity and Accountability
Over 70 leading Mongolian companies gathered in Ulaanbaatar for a national business conference focused on integrity, compliance, and sustainability. Jointly organized by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MNCCI), the event aimed to strengthen corporate responsibility and sustainable business practices. The conference, held on 6 November 2025,… [Read More]
New ILO PROSPECTS Learning Portal Aims to Transform Forced Displacement Response
The International Labour Organization (ILO) has launched the PROSPECTS Learning Portal, a digital platform designed to make years of operational experience on forced displacement actionable and accessible for practitioners, policymakers, and development partners. The launch event, held in Geneva, featured a learning exchange that emphasized experiential learning and reflection on practical applications in displacement contexts…. [Read More]
Advancing Decent Work in Malaysia’s Blue Economy through EU-Funded Ship to Shore Rights Initiative
The Ship to Shore Rights South-East Asia: Safe Migration for Decent Work in the Blue Economy programme has officially extended its operations to Malaysia, aiming to strengthen labour rights and promote safe migration within the fishing, seafood processing, and aquaculture sectors. Implemented by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and funded by the European Union (EU),… [Read More]
Building Resilience in the Pacific Through Fair and Inclusive Wage Systems
A new report by the International Labour Organization (ILO), in collaboration with the Massey Business School, highlights that effective minimum wage systems are crucial for reducing working poverty, advancing social justice, and enhancing economic resilience across Pacific Island Countries. The report, titled “Minimum Wage Systems and Wage-Setting Practices in the Pacific Island Countries,” offers a… [Read More]
Tragic Shipwreck Highlights Global Call for Safe and Legal Migration Pathways
A tragic shipwreck off the coast of Libya has once again underscored the urgent need for safer migration routes. According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), 49 migrants and refugees departed from Zuwara in northwest Libya around 3 a.m. on 3 November aboard a rubber boat. Roughly six hours into their journey, the vessel… [Read More]
Standing Strong: How One Community in Brazil is Adapting to Climate Change and Rising Tides
In the small coastal community of Vila do Pesqueiro, Brazil, life once revolved around the sea. Ivanil and her husband fished, planted crops, and raised animals on a patch of land they lovingly called paradise. But one night, everything changed. A violent storm brought thunder, lightning, and relentless rain that battered their small homes, forcing… [Read More]
Endangered Mountain Vipers and Iguanas Highlight Urgent Action at Key Wildlife Meeting
More than 30 species, including the Ethiopian mountain viper, Galapagos iguana, and Brazil’s Pernambuco tree—highly valued by violin bow-makers—are being considered for special protection under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). The Convention, which regulates the international trade of wild animals and plants, stresses the importance of… [Read More]
Global Tuberculosis Cases Drop for the First Time Since the Pandemic
For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, global tuberculosis (TB) cases are showing a downward trend. The latest report highlights important progress in reducing the disease’s burden, but also warns that these gains are at risk due to severe funding shortfalls that could reverse years of hard-won progress. According to the World… [Read More]
Powering a Greener Future: How Smart Investments Are Driving Climate Action and Sustainability
In North Macedonia, the Green Finance Facility (GFF), supported by the UN Joint SDG Fund, is demonstrating how strategic investment can drive measurable progress toward sustainability. By turning every dollar invested into US$12.65 in private investment and development benefits, the initiative highlights how innovative financing can mobilize markets and accelerate the clean energy transition. Through… [Read More]
Clean Water for Dumai: Indonesia’s Journey Toward Sustainable Water Access
In the coastal city of Dumai, Indonesia, access to clean water was once a daily struggle. Residents like Dede Handayani, a mother of two, spent up to US$64 a month buying water from vendors while relying on well water for washing and gardening. Local businesses also struggled to maintain hygiene, and the municipal water utility,… [Read More]
How Climate Change is Affecting Human Health Worldwide
Climate change has emerged as one of the greatest global health emergencies of the century, threatening the well-being of populations across all regions. Its impacts are widespread, affecting every community, though the most severe consequences fall on vulnerable groups such as women, children, the elderly, marginalized communities, displaced persons, and people with pre-existing health conditions… [Read More]
