The International Labour Organization (ILO) and the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) called for stronger action on job creation, skills development, and local capacity building as essential strategies for strengthening resilience in Africa. Their appeal was made during a high-level side event at the ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9)… [Read More]
ILO Mission Strengthens Efforts to Eliminate Child Labour in Türkiye’s Black Sea Seasonal Agriculture
A high-level delegation from the International Labour Organization (ILO), in partnership with Türkiye’s Ministry of Labour and Social Security (MoLSS), provincial authorities, and private sector donors, conducted a three-day mission in Ordu and Samsun to advance efforts to eliminate child labour in seasonal agriculture. The mission focused on promoting sustainable solutions for children’s education and… [Read More]
ILO-China Partnership on Skills Development Boosts Emerging Industry Needs in Cambodia
A new milestone in Cambodia-China skills collaboration was achieved with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening Cambodia’s technical and vocational education and training (TVET) system to meet the evolving needs of emerging industries. Supported by the ILO/China Partnership Programme on Skills Development, the agreement was signed on 30 July 2025… [Read More]
TICAD9: IFAD and Japan Collaborate with Private Sector to End Poverty, Hunger, and Malnutrition
Mobilizing the private sector is crucial to ending hunger, malnutrition, and poverty in Africa, where more than one in five people go hungry, as emphasized by Shinjiro Koizumi, Japan’s Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF), and Alvaro Lario, President of the UN’s International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) at the Ninth Tokyo International Conference… [Read More]
Yawkey Foundation Awards $2 Million Grant to McLean’s New Child & Adolescent Campus Project
McLean Hospital has received a $2 million grant from the Yawkey Foundation to support the construction of a new state-of-the-art academic and residential campus for children and adolescents. This initiative, fully funded through donations, represents the most ambitious fundraising effort in McLean’s history. The campus is designed to provide comprehensive clinical, educational, and recreational facilities,… [Read More]
DHHS Receives $4.6 Million Grant to Support Community Re-Entry Programs for Adults and Youth
The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has received nearly $4.6 million in federal grant funding to support the State’s Community Re-Entry and Youth Re-Entry programs over the next four years. The funding will help ensure continuity of health care for incarcerated adults and committed youth eligible for Medicaid as they transition… [Read More]
Canada Reaffirms Support for a Just and Lasting Peace in Ukraine
Canada has reinforced its unwavering support for Ukraine as Prime Minister Mark Carney visited Kyiv on the 34th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence. Canada, the first Western country to recognize Ukraine’s sovereignty in 1991, has maintained consistent backing for the country as it faces Russia’s ongoing full-scale invasion. The visit underscored Canada’s commitment to defending democracy,… [Read More]
Save the Children Confirms Famine in Gaza as Children Starve in Plain Sight
Save the Children has confirmed that famine is now a reality in Gaza, marking the first official famine classification in the Middle East. The organization warned that at least 132,000 children under the age of five are at risk of dying from acute malnutrition. According to the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), more than… [Read More]
UK Pledges £1.33 Million Humanitarian Aid for Pakistan’s Monsoon Relief Efforts
The United Kingdom has announced £1.33 million in humanitarian aid to support Pakistan’s response to the severe impacts of the 2025 monsoon season. This assistance will reach more than 223,000 people across seven flood-affected districts in Punjab, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The funding is enabling a wide range of emergency and early recovery measures, including… [Read More]
WHO and WMO Release New Report to Protect Workers from Rising Heat Stress
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) have released a joint report and technical guidance addressing the rising global threat of workplace heat stress. The report underscores how climate change, by driving more frequent and severe heatwaves, is already affecting the health and productivity of workers, particularly those in agriculture, construction,… [Read More]
African Development Bank to Host Natural Resources Governance Training and Policy Dialogue in Mozambique
The African Development Bank Group will convene a four-day training programme and policy dialogue from August 26 to 29, 2025, at Lugar do Mar in Macaneta, Mozambique. The event will bring together government officials, private sector representatives, civil society organizations, women entrepreneurs, and local communities to strengthen natural resource governance in fragile and transitional African… [Read More]
Women’s Economic Empowerment: A Game Changer in the Fight Against Poverty
When women gain economic independence, communities thrive. Globally, unlocking women’s full potential in the workforce could generate a staggering $7 trillion boost to the global economy. From the Ground Up: Alice’s Journey Alice, a mother of five, fled conflict in her home region and landed in a displacement settlement with nothing. She began by doing… [Read More]
US Embassy Clarifies: USAID Did Not Receive $21M for Voter Turnout in India
The US Embassy in India has clarified that USAID/India did not receive or provide any funding of $21 million for voter turnout initiatives in India from fiscal years 2014 to 2024, nor has it conducted any voter turnout-related activities in the country. This statement was shared with the Rajya Sabha in response to a query… [Read More]
Funding Boosts Civil Society Efforts to Engage Underrepresented Groups in Civic Participation
On August 20, 2025, in Tegucigalpa, the European Union (EU) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) conducted the third edition of grant awards to nine Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Honduras. These organizations will implement initiatives to promote citizen and civic participation among historically underrepresented groups, including people with disabilities, women, indigenous and Afro-descendant… [Read More]
Kyndryl Announces $2.25 Billion Investment Plan to Expand Operations in India Over Three Years
Kyndryl, a leading provider of mission-critical enterprise technology services, has announced plans to invest $2.25 billion in India over the next three years. The investment aims to modernize essential technology infrastructure, expand artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives, and foster the development of the next generation of technology talent in the country. This growth builds on Kyndryl’s… [Read More]
Why Ghana’s Fight Against Illegal Mining Is Failing
Early in his tenure, in 2017, then Ghanaian President Nana Akufo-Addo declared a moratorium on all small-scale gold mining to combat severe environmental degradation caused by illegal mining, known locally as “galamsey.” He established an inter-ministerial committee on illegal mining and launched a joint military-police taskforce, Operation Vanguard, to enforce the ban. Initially intended to… [Read More]
Young Vietnamese Innovators Driving Solutions to National Water Challenges
UNESCO’s Youth Water Challenge 2025 spotlights innovative, interdisciplinary solutions to pressing water issues in Viet Nam, led by young innovators under the age of 30. Water remains fundamental to life and a key pillar of sustainable development, yet UNESCO’s 2025 World Water Development Report highlights that nearly 4 billion people worldwide face severe water scarcity… [Read More]
Governor Hochul Unveils $52.6 Million in New York Broadband Infrastructure Funding
Governor Kathy Hochul announced $52.6 million in broadband infrastructure awards through New York State’s ConnectALL initiative. The funding, distributed across the Municipal Infrastructure Program (MIP), Affordable Housing Connectivity Program (AHCP), and Deployment Program County Partnerships, will directly connect 6,900 locations, including more than 24,000 households, businesses, and anchor institutions across 28 counties. Of these, 19,000… [Read More]
Governor Hochul Awards $11M+ for Clean Hydrogen Research and Development in New York
Governor Kathy Hochul announced over $11 million in funding for five clean hydrogen research and development projects in New York State. These projects aim to advance technology designs, reduce costs of hydrogen storage and distribution, explore large-scale storage opportunities, and deploy zero-emission hydrogen-powered transportation. The initiative addresses key barriers to adopting clean hydrogen as a… [Read More]
New York State Invests $40M+ in Youth Employment Program to Combat Gun Violence
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that $40.6 million has been awarded to New York State’s Youth Employment Program, aimed at reducing community gun violence and youth involvement in the criminal justice system. The initiative provides year-round employment and training opportunities to at-risk youth in regions outside New York City most impacted by gun violence. Launched in… [Read More]
SNAP Funding Cuts Put Millions at Risk of Food Insecurity and Health Challenges
In July, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” was signed into law, cutting federal funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by $187 billion through 2034. This reduction is expected to affect around 4 million people, either reducing or eliminating their food assistance. Public health experts from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health,… [Read More]
The Humans Behind Human Rights: Stories and Voices Driving Change
The United Nations Human Rights Office (OHCHR) has launched a new crowdfunding campaign, The Humans in Human Rights, to highlight the critical importance of supporting human rights work amid funding shortfalls. The campaign features a video series that showcases the personal stories of staff and beneficiaries, providing a human perspective on the challenges and impacts… [Read More]
From Pilot to Practice: Overcoming Barriers to Scaling Agricultural Innovations
The phrase “scaling for impact” has become central in agricultural development, yet many scientifically sound technologies that succeed in trials fail to achieve widespread adoption. While extension systems are often blamed, the issue is far more complex, involving how technologies are piloted, framed, and supported, and the broader ecosystem of stakeholders and incentives influencing adoption…. [Read More]
